Patient's question:
Once I had sex with my boyfriend without using any contraception. After the intercourse, I took emergency contraception, and since then, I have been experiencing irregular periods. The amount of blood flow is very light, and the periods are often delayed by more than 20 days. What should I do if my periods remain abnormal after taking emergency contraception?Doctor's answer:
The main side effect of using emergency contraception is affecting the endocrine system, leading to menstrual disorders. Restoring menstrual health requires a relatively long period of time. You can use short-term birth control pills to regulate it, generally taking about 3 to 6 months. You can also consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to help regulate your menstrual cycle. Pay attention to a regular diet and sleep schedule, maintain stable endocrine function, and minimize the use of birth control pills. During sexual activity, you can use condoms.