Patient's question:
On September 20th, after taking emergency contraception, bleeding began about 15 days later and lasted until October 12th. My periods were stable before the bleeding cleared. Around the 5th of each month, on October 24th, I experienced post-coital bleeding. Is it likely that I might be pregnant? When will my next period come?Doctor's answer:
After taking emergency contraception medication for a week, the breakthrough bleeding is a withdrawal bleeding caused by the emergency contraception. The recurrence of withdrawal bleeding indicates that this breastfeeding is successful and effective. Emergency contraception medication has significant side effects and can easily lead to endocrine disorders and menstrual irregularities. Therefore, it is difficult to predict when the next menstrual period will occur. If there is post-coital bleeding again, it is important to first rule out cervical erosion. It is recommended to visit a regular public hospital for an internal examination.