When will menstruation come after taking emergency contraception?

Patient's question:

When will I get my period after taking emergency contraception pills? I took them because I was tricked by my boyfriend and didn't have a condom during sex. Later, when I was sad about the possibility of pregnancy, I took emergency contraception pills. But so far, my period has been delayed by about a week.

Doctor's answer:

It's not necessarily the case, because taking emergency contraception can also potentially affect the occurrence of menstruation changes. For example, it may lead to withdrawal bleeding. It may also cause menstrual delay. Additionally, it may result in menstrual disorders, such as prolonged bleeding. Since it has already been delayed by a week, it's best to wait and see for a while. If it doesn't come for a long time, it's important to seek medical attention and treatment.

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