Patient's question:
I am a girl, and I always take birth control pills after having sex. My boyfriend doesn't like using condoms, so we always take the pills instead. Sometimes, I feel uncomfortable after taking the pills, so I came to see you for medical advice. Can birth control pills really prevent pregnancy? What are the health risks associated with them?Doctor's answer:
There are many ways to practice contraception now. Generally, women who are not pregnant can take the method of taking birth control pills, but not emergency contraception pills. Emergency contraception pills can easily interfere with menstruation if taken, and the contraceptive effect is not particularly good. If you want to use medication for contraception, it is recommended to take short-acting birth control pills. As long as you take them according to the normal cycle, the effect is very good, and the contraceptive rate is high with fewer side effects.