Does emergency contraception affect menstruation?

Patient's question:

I had sex with my husband using a condom, and he also ejaculated inside the condom. Later, I bought and took emergency contraception. However, after a week, my period didn't come. Does emergency contraception interfere with your period? Is emergency contraception harmful to your body?

Doctor's answer:

As long as condoms are used properly, the breastfeeding rate can still reach 100%, so there is no need to worry. In your case, with condoms plus oral emergency contraception, it's like having double insurance, and the chance of getting pregnant might be extremely slim. Emergency contraception can interfere with your menstrual cycle. Taking it once or twice is not harmful to your body, but taking it too many times is not advisable.

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