Patient's question:
Doctor, I would like to ask, is it normal for my period to be delayed by 2 weeks after taking emergency contraception?Doctor's answer:
After taking birth control pills, menstruation is delayed by two weeks and returns to normal. This is a side effect of birth control pills, caused by the reason of withdrawal bleeding. Generally, about seven days after taking birth control pills, there will be withdrawal bleeding, which usually lasts for about 3-5 days and is considered one menstrual cycle, thus causing the delay in menstruation. Birth control pills interfere with the regularity of menstruation, so it is better to take them less frequently in the future. Other safer contraceptive measures can be adopted.