Does the birth control pill cause deformities and miscarriages?

Patient's question:

What should I do if I get pregnant unexpectedly? The harm is relatively small. Does birth control pills cause malformations and miscarriage?

Doctor's answer:

Hello, taking emergency contraception can have some impact on the fetus, but it's not absolute. If the fetal development check is good, it is generally okay to continue the pregnancy, and the impact will not be significant.
The effectiveness of emergency contraception is very high. Generally, we say it can reach over 98%. So, if you take it within 72 hours orally, it is unlikely to get pregnant. Of course, there is still a certain chance of failure. We just need to observe the menstrual cycle. If the period comes on time, there is no problem.

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