Patient's question:
Patient Gender: On October 21, they took emergency contraception. On the 23rd, they had their period. It has been 13 days, and the bleeding has not stopped. They took Gongxuening for 4 days, and the bleeding stopped. On November 23, they had their period again. It has been 9 days since then, and there is still dark red blood coming out, accompanied by lower back pain, leg weakness, and abdominal bloating. What is going on? How should it be treated? (Their usual period lasts 7 days)Doctor's answer:
Hello: Taking emergency contraception pills may cause menstrual disorders. Based on your situation, medication should be taken to regulate your cycle. Rest well and avoid strenuous exercise.After taking emergency contraception pills, a series of symptoms such as menstrual disorders may occur. The first bleeding could be due to the pills causing the menstrual cycle to advance. The second bleeding might be ovulation-related or occur as part of your normal menstrual cycle. This pattern may persist for up to three cycles, but there is no need to worry. If you experience heavy bleeding, you can take medication to stop it. If your bleeding is light, progesterone can be used for treatment. If it's not severe, it's usually not a problem.