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Late period after taking plan b?

By Anonymous April 29, 2017 - 10:04am
 
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Hello,
So I had unprotected sex a few days after my period was over, he did not ejaculate in me but to be safe I took plan b the next day. A few days later, I got some light bleeding, which I have read is common and is what plan b can do. I have a pretty regular 28 day cycle, my period is now 6 days late and I have been getting some white discharge. Should I be worrying about pregnancy or is this just natural, my period should be coming? And what are the risks of getting pregnant from precm? Thank you so much

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Hi, Anon.

Thank you for your post.

Pre-ejaculate fluid itself does not contain sperm. If a male has had a recent ejaculation, sperm can remain in the urethra (the tube that both semen and urine pass through). Once he urinates, sperm is flushed out.

Emergency contraceptives are up to 95% effective when taken as prescribed within the first 24 hours, so the risk is very small. Side effects can include stomach aches, headaches, nausea and a general feeling of being unwell. Symptoms usually start 2-7 days after taking the medication and may or may not include bleeding or spotting. Not all women get symptoms. If you don’t get your next period within a week or so of its expected date, a pregnancy test is recommended. It can cause your period to be early or late, have a lighter or a heavier flow.

Helena

April 29, 2017 - 12:14pm
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