Patient's question:
Medical history: I started taking birth control pills on the 8th of this month, with a pack of one pill every 72 hours. However, on the 13th, I had sex with a boy, who was a virgin. He didn't go inside at first, and it seemed like he came outside... Later, we both took a shower, and he never went inside—just moved around outside, unable to enter... Am I still worried about getting pregnant? I've only been taking the pills for the past five days. Do I still need to take them? We weren't in a safe period, so I'm worried. I'm just too sure he didn't touch me when he came, because he was always moving outside—never inside...Past treatment and effectiveness: I'm very worried. Is there anything wrong?
Help needed: Please tell me if I might get pregnant and if I need to take medication.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, based on the information you provided, emergency contraception pills only work to prevent pregnancy for sexual intercourse before taking them. They have no effect on sexual intercourse after taking oral contraceptives. Emergency contraception pills only have their true significance when used during the ovulation period. At the same time, do not use emergency contraception pills as a regular form of birth control. The above is advice for the question "Did I still need to take the pill, which I just took 5 days ago?" I hope it helps you. Emergency contraception can only be taken once per menstrual cycle. Taking too many can be harmful to your health. Whether to take it, please think carefully!