Patient's question:
On the 27th of this month, we had sexual intercourse. My husband used withdrawal method. Two hours after the act, I took Mifepristone emergency contraception, which instructed to take one pill. My menstrual cycle is not very regular. We do not want a child now. Will I still get pregnant after doing this? How can I find out the earliest if I am pregnant? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
Hello, withdrawal is not a form of contraception and can still lead to pregnancy. However, if you take emergency contraception, the probability of pregnancy is extremely low. Emergency contraception can cause endocrine disorders, leading to delayed menstruation. First, it's important to rule out pregnancy if your period is delayed.It's recommended to take an early pregnancy test two weeks after intercourse or have a blood test for hCG ten days after intercourse to rule out pregnancy. Then, relax and wait. The delayed menstruation is likely due to the side effects of the contraceptive medication.