Patient's question:
I had my period the first day and was with my husband, using a condom, but the condom broke. For safety, I took two emergency contraceptive pills. After taking them, I had no side effects, but yesterday I started getting cracked skin between my legs. What are the side effects of taking emergency contraceptive pills? Is this normal?Doctor's answer:
After taking emergency contraceptive pills, there may be a possibility of experiencing withdrawal bleeding again, which is a normal reaction. The bleeding is not significant, and it has little impact on the body. If the bleeding is heavy and prolonged, it may lead to anemia and requires active treatment. In addition to potentially causing menstrual disorders, emergency contraceptive pills are generally not recommended. It is advised to use condoms, nursing membranes, or nursing gel for breastfeeding in the future.