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Missing period after Plan B. Can I be pregnant?

By Anonymous September 20, 2017 - 5:36am
 
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So my last period was Aug 16 I've been regular forever... had unprotected sex August 27 , he did not ejaculate inside me... took a plan b an hour after. My period is 5 days late I have taken 2 tests. CAN I BE PREGNANT?

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Maryann Gromisch RN
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Hello Anonymous,

Welcome to EmpowHER.

Changes in the menstrual cycle are a side effect of Plan B. It can cause your next period to start earlier or later than expected. If you do not have any bleeding within three weeks of taking the pill, then test for pregnancy.

Regards,
Maryann

September 20, 2017 - 8:18am

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