Patient's question:
Doctor, hello: I came for my period on the 22nd last time, and I took an emergency contraceptive pill on the 6th. Then, my period came on the 8th, but it wasn't very heavy. I want to ask if it could be because of the emergency contraceptive pill? These past few days, I've been feeling like I need to urinate a lot. Is there a possibility of pregnancy with this?Doctor's answer:
Emergency contraception pills can affect the body's endocrine system, leading to early or delayed menstruation. Your situation is likely related to the effects of emergency contraception pills. Currently, you can treat it as a normal menstrual cycle, paying attention to personal hygiene and avoiding overexertion. The impact of emergency contraception pills on the menstrual cycle may cause irregular periods for the next 2-3 months. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid using them in the future, and no more than 2 times should be used around the same menstrual cycle, with no more than 3 times per year.