Patient's question:
I took emergency contraception pills a few times last month. My period was supposed to come on the 26th, but it has been delayed by 20 days now. I took a test and it showed negative. I also don't have symptoms like abdominal pain or bleeding. What could be the reason for this?Doctor's answer:
Dear Inquirer,After taking birth control pills, you may experience reduced menstrual flow or amenorrhea. Due to the inability of the endometrium to grow normally while taking birth control pills, it may become hyperplastic, leading to an increase in menstrual bleeding volume. This is a normal response to medication and has no adverse effects on health, and generally does not require intervention.
If your menstrual flow is too light, you can take 1–2 tablets of ethinyl estradiol daily while continuing to use birth control pills.
Wishing you a speedy recovery and a healthy body and a wonderful life.