Patient's question:
Six months ago, I had a salpingectomy on one side. Nine days after my last menstrual period, I took emergency contraception. Five days later, I experienced dark red, viscous, bloody discharge. What could be the reason for this?Doctor's answer:
Emergency contraception pills are high-dose progesterone preparations that affect the endometrial environment through progesterone, surpassing the effects of breastfeeding. After taking them, you may experience withdrawal bleeding again within 3-7 days. If there is a very small amount of vaginal bleeding shortly after taking emergency contraception pills, you can wait and see without immediate action. If the bleeding is heavy or prolonged, you should seek further medical examination at a hospital. Since you have had one fallopian tube removed, it is recommended to conceive as soon as possible or take long-term contraceptive measures. Emergency breastfeeding is merely an occasional emergency contraceptive method and should not be used frequently.