Welcome to EmpowHER. Thank you for reaching out to our community with your question regarding changes in your menstrual cycle after taking an emergency contraceptive.
I am assuming you had a regular menstrual cycle before taking the morning after pill.
Changes in the menstrual cycle is a reported side effect. That would explain why your first period after taking the pill started earlier than expected.
It is possible that you suffered a hormonal imbalance as a result of the pill. The menstrual cycle is regulated by a precise balance of hormones. An ECP contains a high dose of levonorgestrel,, which is a synthetic progesterone.
Consider speaking with your gynecologist, who can order blood tests to check your hormone levels and best advise you.
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Hello Anonymous,
Welcome to EmpowHER. Thank you for reaching out to our community with your question regarding changes in your menstrual cycle after taking an emergency contraceptive.
I am assuming you had a regular menstrual cycle before taking the morning after pill.
Changes in the menstrual cycle is a reported side effect. That would explain why your first period after taking the pill started earlier than expected.
It is possible that you suffered a hormonal imbalance as a result of the pill. The menstrual cycle is regulated by a precise balance of hormones. An ECP contains a high dose of levonorgestrel,, which is a synthetic progesterone.
Consider speaking with your gynecologist, who can order blood tests to check your hormone levels and best advise you.
Regards,
October 28, 2016 - 8:27amMaryann
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