Patient's question:
My boyfriend doesn't like wearing condoms and often has sex without one. There have been several times when I didn't hold back and a little bit of sperm got inside my vagina. I'm worried about getting pregnant, so I take emergency contraception every time. I've taken it about four or five times this year. Is there any side effect to taking emergency contraception frequently?Doctor's answer:
Hello, emergency contraception pills are not supposed to be taken repeatedly. If you take them frequently, there will definitely be certain side effects. The medication is metabolized and excreted by the liver and kidneys, which first affects the function of organs. Secondly, emergency contraception pills contain a large amount of sex hormones, which can lead to metabolic disorders and menstrual irregularities. Severe cases may affect future perinatal function, so it should be avoided as much as possible. Actively participate in physical exercise, regulate physical and mental health, and maintain personal hygiene.