Patient's question:
I have irregular periods, and then had sex with my boyfriend. Now I'm worried about getting pregnant. I took birth control pills once a few months ago. How many times can I take birth control pills in a year? Besides, will irregular periods lead to pregnancy? In this situation, do I need to take birth control pills again?Doctor's answer:
Irregular menstruation may potentially lead to irregular menopause. If you have sexual intercourse within the ovulation period, it may also result in pregnancy. Birth control pills contain hormones, including a significant amount of estrogen and progesterone. Generally, it is not recommended to take them less than three times within a year.Based on your situation, it is advised to closely monitor any changes in your body or conduct a blood test about ten days after intercourse to check for pregnancy. If you are not pregnant, it is recommended to have a blood test to measure hormone levels and undergo a color Doppler ultrasound to examine the thickness of the endometrium. After adjusting your menstrual cycle, you should adopt proper contraceptive measures and try to avoid taking birth control pills anymore.