Patient's question:
Doctor, I am 33 years old and am a mother of a five-year-old child. I do not plan to have a second child. I would like to consult a question: If I have intercourse during the ovulation period and take birth control pills, can I still get pregnant? I hope the doctor can help me clarify this. I look forward to your reply and would be very grateful.Doctor's answer:
The birth control pill is effective when taken within 72 hours after intercourse. The earlier you take it, the better the effect. If you take it promptly, the chance of pregnancy is unlikely. You can focus on careful observation. If your menstrual cycle does not arrive on time, you can use a pregnancy test kit with morning urine when your period is delayed by one week. If it shows a strong positive result, it means you are pregnant. Otherwise, it means you are not pregnant. If you are not pregnant, the delayed period may be related to taking the birth control pill. The pill can cause menstrual irregularities and endocrine disorders. It is recommended not to take it frequently.