Patient's question:
Doctor:Hello! Will taking emergency contraception cause bleeding? If it does, how many days does it usually last? I just had an abortion in mid-October, and my first period came on November 9th. My second period came on December 15th. It has only been 4 days since my last period ended, and I had sex the day before yesterday because of contraceptive failure. Please ask if taking emergency contraception will cause damage to my body?
Follow-up question: I am currently using "Kangfu Xiaoyan" (rectal medication). Will it affect the effectiveness of the contraceptive pill?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, emergency contraception pills should only be used occasionally after sexual activity and are not suitable for long-term use. Emergency contraception pills are an emergency backup method when regular contraception fails, not a routine form of birth control. It is best to take emergency contraception pills under the guidance of a doctor and only use them occasionally; they cannot replace long-term contraception methods. Generally, there are the following side effects: 1. Poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and fatigue. 2. Irregular menstruation. 3. Breast tenderness and pain. Properly, it can only be used once a month. Therefore, irregular menstruation may also occur after taking emergency contraception pills. Usually, pregnancy can be confirmed through an early pregnancy test at the hospital. If irregular menstruation occurs, it is best to seek medical attention at the hospital as soon as possible.