Patient's question:
I had my first sexual encounter with my boyfriend again last month. After that, I took the emergency contraceptive pill, and after taking it, my menstrual cycle stopped. I'm planning to move in with my boyfriend soon, and I can't keep taking emergency contraceptive pills every time. I want to understand what types of birth control pills there are and which ones are better.Doctor's answer:
If you will be living together in the future and are not planning to get pregnant temporarily, it is not advisable to take emergency contraception pills. These pills are only meant for post-coital correction and should be taken occasionally. You can take short-acting birth control pills, taking one pill for 21 days each month. Start taking them on the first day of your period and take one every day without missing. You can set up a medication reminder alarm to avoid forgetting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.