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Asking for Self, Female, 22 years old, Gulberg
Hi Dr, My last proper period started on 19th April. My cycle is usually around 24–25 days, and my bleeding normally lasts for about 3 days. I had intercourse on 24th April and took an emergency contraceptive pill (Levonorgestrel 1.5mg) immediately after intercourse. After that, I had withdrawal bleeding on 2nd May, which lasted until around 5th May. The bleeding was moderate, similar to my normal period, and I had to change pads. Since then, I have not had my proper period. My expected period was around mid-May, but it has been delayed. I also had very light spotting on 7th June but no proper bleeding. I did a beta hCG test on 10th of june and the result was <2.30 (negative) i have not had any pregnancy symptoms, but my periods are still delayed. I want to know whether this delay is due to hormonal changes from the emergency contraceptive pill and when I should expect my normal cycle to return. Please guide me about what I should do..
Greetings! As beta HCG is negative so pregnancy is ruled out. Emergency contraceptive pill can cause some disturbance in your regular cycle. In my advise wait till 7 July for regular cycle and if no periods then further treatment can be advised. Meanwhile you should use barrier contraception and plan for longterm method if not planning to be pregnant.
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The result is negative. Please have a pelvic ultrasound. Emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes disturb the menstrual cycle and cause delayed or irregular periods
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I had a consultation with Dr. Mariam Khalid. She prescribed Primolut N 5 mg (5 mg) for 6 days, with 2 tablets in the morning and 2 in the evening. Could you please guide me if I should wait a little longer for my period to start naturally, or should I begin the medication now? Thanks for ur consideration
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