Patient's question:
Medical Description: After taking birth control pills twice in a week, vaginal bleeding occurred one week later. The amount of blood was less than usual menstruation but still significant. It is the 5th day now, and the bleeding is almost finished, leaving yellowish blood behind. Previous Treatment and Effect: Vaginal bleeding occurred one week after taking the pills. Desired Help: Can this be considered menstruation? Has the birth control been successful?Doctor's answer:
Hello, after taking emergency contraception pills, withdrawal bleeding will occur approximately 7 days later. This is due to the rapid proliferation of the endometrium caused by the medication and the subsequent bleeding as the endometrium loses hormonal support after stopping the pills. Your situation is considered successful contraception, so there is no need to worry. In the future, please take necessary contraceptive measures and avoid frequent use of emergency contraception pills.Loss of appetite is also an adverse reaction caused by taking emergency contraception pills, and it will gradually subside. There is no need to worry about it. If the bleeding duration exceeds 7 days, you can take Gongxuening (a medication) orally to stop the bleeding. Emergency contraception pills can easily disrupt menstrual cycles, so it is recommended to use condoms before sexual activity in the future and minimize the use of emergency pills. Generally, it is advised to take emergency contraception pills no more than three times a year.