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Alright, this is all new to me. This is my only source, i cant go to the doctor because im only 17, and i always go to the doctor with my mum. If i went without her she would be suspicious, and ask a million questions. Plus, she doesnt even know i've had sex. I really need help.
On January 2, my boyfriend and i had sex unprotected for the first time ever, i was quite literally shocked and scared. The next morning i took the morning after pill - this was my first ever time taking it. About 4 - 5 days later i started bleeding which lasted about 4 days, (i also got cramping, which i have never before experienced with a period). My period date is usually between the 19 - 23rd of the month, in December my period came as usual. Only, its now the 12th of February and there is no sign of a period. Im starting to really stress. I have taken a home pregnancy test, in which came back negative. But the stress is starting to take over me. i cant sleep at night, this is all i can think about, plus im not eating properly. Please help me to atleast feel reassured.
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I am going through the same symptoms did you ever get you period?
July 20, 2018 - 8:35pmThis Comment
I took a morning after pill 4 days after my expected ovulation. Although i knew the chances are small for pregnancy, i took it just to make sure. Had sex 1-2 days after my ovulation, condom broke. Took the pill 2 days later after having sex. I'm on natural family planning, so i don't take birth control pill, just using condom in my fertile window. I'm on this plan for over 2 years. Since that time my period is always on time, NEVER was late or early in the past 2 years. The MAP made it come 3 days late. Took pregnancy tests from day one after my period was late, all came out negative. Period arrived. Thank God! Good luck to all of you.
May 24, 2018 - 2:07pmThis Comment
I had sex on the 13th of may 2018, then took the pill on the 14th, 10 or 9 am. we had sex around 3 am on a sunday morning. im paranoid, i havent had my period its now the 19th of may, should i be worried? what should i do? iam underage. im only 15, the only time i can go for checkups is school time. ive taken the ecp before. i only took one pill. the 2nd time i had sex the nurse said i have to take 2 because my weight, now im paranoid because i havent had my period. im stressing and im getting depressed. i have regrets, help.
May 18, 2018 - 6:18amThis Comment
Hello Anon
Thank you for your post!
May 18, 2018 - 1:03pmEmergency contraceptives are up to 95% effective when taken as prescribed within the first 24 hours and up to 90% effective if taken within 72 hours, so the risk is very small. It works by preventing ovulation and stopping a pregnancy from starting. It is not an abortion pill. It prevents a pregnancy, it does not end one. Side effects can include stomach aches, headaches, dizziness, breast pain, nausea and a general feeling of being unwell. Some women can bleed a little or quite extensively after taking emergency contraception.
The more frequently they are taken, the more likely a woman is to have side effects and an irregular cycle. They should be taken only for emergencies, not used as a method of birth control.
Symptoms usually start 2-7 days after taking the medication and may or may not include bleeding or spotting. Not all women get symptoms. Some get many, or a few, or none. If a woman doesn’t get her next period within a week of it’s expected date, a pregnancy test may be necessary although the risk is very low. Periods can often be delayed or longer/shorter as a result of taking emergency contraception. We cannot predict this for our readers in terms of length of delays. Each woman is different. Periods should get back to normal by the second cycle after.
Best,
Susan
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Hi, we had a condom malfunction last April 30, took an ECP a day after. My period was supposed to come on the 6th of May, but until now, I still haven’t got it. Should I be worried?
May 8, 2018 - 7:41pmThis Comment
Hi Anon
May 9, 2018 - 2:36pmThank you for your post!
Emergency contraceptives are up to 95% effective when taken as prescribed within the first 24 hours and up to 90% effective if taken within 72 hours, so the risk is very small. It works by preventing ovulation and stopping a pregnancy from starting. It is not an abortion pill. It prevents a pregnancy, it does not end one. Side effects can include stomach aches, headaches, dizziness, breast pain, nausea and a general feeling of being unwell. Some women can bleed a little or quite extensively after taking emergency contraception.
The more frequently they are taken, the more likely a woman is to have side effects and an irregular cycle. They should be taken only for emergencies, not used as a method of birth control.
Symptoms usually start 2-7 days after taking the medication and may or may not include bleeding or spotting. Not all women get symptoms. Some get many, or a few, or none. If a woman doesn’t get her next period within a week of it’s expected date, a pregnancy test may be necessary although the risk is very low. Periods can often be delayed or longer/shorter as a result of taking emergency contraception. We cannot predict this for our readers in terms of length of delays. Each woman is different. Periods should get back to normal by the second cycle after.
Best,
Susan
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Hello!
September 19, 2018 - 9:23amI had sex with my boyfriend for the first time and used the pull out method. To be safe the following morning I used the Take Action pill.
The sex occurred four days before my period was supposed to occurr and so far I have not gotten my period. Is there any way to induce it to come or will I not get it this month?
My calendar shows that my fertile days passed, but I wanted to be extra cautious.
Thank you!
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Hello, last April 30, we had a condom malfunction, and I took the morning after pill a day later. My period was supposed to come on May 6. Until now, I still haven’t got my period. Is there any chance that I could be pregnant?
May 8, 2018 - 7:36pmThis Comment
I Took AfterA pill one hour of having unprotected sex March 1st, I started spotting for 3 days. I have really really tender breast I even got new bras because they grew too. I’m currently 4 days late, should I be worried?
April 25, 2018 - 10:10pmThis Comment
Hello Anon!
April 26, 2018 - 4:40amIf you have only had spotting since March 1, take a pregnancy test to rule it out.
Susan
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