Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: My girlfriend has been taking too many birth control pills, and her menstruation is now very irregular. Sometimes she has her period twice a month, and the blood is dark red. What is going on? How does this affect her health?Duration and persistence of the current illness: More than half a year.
Doctor's answer:
An irregular vaginal bleeding after taking emergency contraception is caused by the shedding of the endometrium, known as "withdrawal bleeding." Although the endometrium sheds, it does not affect ovulation, so you will still ovulate. It is crucial not to mistake this bleeding for a menstrual period, or even consider the days after bleeding as a safe period—this would be a significant mistake. unprotected sex after taking emergency contraception is not recommended.Advice: Emergency contraception should only be used as a last resort in cases of contraceptive failure. Misuse can disrupt your menstrual cycle and, in severe cases, lead to infertility. For a normal female, emergency contraception should only be used once per menstrual cycle, a maximum of three times per year, with at least two months between each use. Please adhere strictly to these guidelines.