Patient's question:
Can taking birth control pills once lead to ectopic pregnancy? When will the next menstrual period come after taking the pills?Doctor's answer:
Emergency contraception pills and ectopic pregnancy have no direct correlation. Emergency contraception pills may cause menstrual disorders, which usually recover completely within three months. Emergency contraception pills are effective if taken within 72 hours after intercourse. However, emergency contraception pills have certain side effects, which may lead to symptoms such as morning sickness-like reactions, vaginal bleeding, reduced menstrual flow or amenorrhea, endocrine disorders, weight gain, facial hyperpigmentation, infertility, or gastrointestinal discomfort, headaches, weight gain, nervousness, low mood, skin spots and acne, and carcinogens.