Patient's question:
I am three days post menstruation today. Last night, I had sex with my husband, and he ejaculated inside. I asked him why he didn't use a condom, and he said it was the safe period. However, I read online that there is no absolute safe period, and this method of contraception is risky.What kind of help do I need: What days after menstruation are considered the safe period?
Doctor's answer:
Analysis of the condition: A woman's ovulation date is generally about 14 days before the next menstrual period. Starting from the first day of the next menstrual period, count backwards 14 days or subtract 14 days to determine the ovulation day. The ovulation day, plus the 5 days before it and the 4 days after it, together constitute the ovulation period. For example, a woman with a 28-day menstrual cycle has her first day of this period on December 2. The next menstrual period will then occur on December 30 (December 2 plus 28 days). Subtracting 14 days from December 30 gives December 16 as the ovulation day. The ovulation period, which includes the ovulation day and the 5 days before it and the 4 days after it, is from December 11 to December 20. Except for the menstrual period and the ovulation period, all other times are considered the safe period. During the safe period, sexual intercourse does not require the use of any contraceptive medications or devices.