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Question posted by Boston14 on 14 Oct 2016
Last updated on 14 October 2016 by DzooBaby
My girlfriend and I had sex. I went to pull out before I ejaculated and after I pulled out my sperm shot out the end of the condom. I am unsure if the condom slipped down or if it tore during sex. I pinched the tip while putting it down as I always do. Anyways, I am worried my girlfriend is pregnant. She is on birth control and is pretty good about taking it as directed. She has been on it for a year and a half. I also pulled out, but I was worried that if it tore wile I was inside her there was a chance of pre-ejaculatory fluid. This being said I had her take plan b. She took it about 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes after sex. This all happened on a saturday night and she was supposed to start her period the next wednesday. It is now Friday and it hasn't happened yet. I am starting to get very worried and I figured this would be a good place to ask for help. I almost 99.9999999% sure she won't get pregnant but the fact that her period is late really has me worried. Please help and thank you in advance for all answers.
If she was on birth control pills and taking them regularly then there was NO reason to take Plan b. I dont know why people seem to think Plan b is the be all end all in birth control but in truth, it is not nearly as effective as regular routine birth control. It helps to know how each work. Plan b is a huge blast of hormones designed to delay ovulation until any sperm released into the body dies out. Birth control taken routinely prevents ovulation altogether. A woman doesnt ovulate on the Pill and if no egg is released, there can be NO baby no matter how much sperm is released into her. So now why would you take a pill to DELAY ovulation when the woman doesnt ovulate in the first place? So all those hormones in play has just altered her cycle, "periods" while on birth control are really withdrawal bleeding and since she just threw a large blast of hormones in her system, she is probably not going to bleed this cycle (it may or may not come later this month) she needs to just keep taking her routine birth control exactly as it comes in the pack no matter what her body is doing, bleeding or not bleeding, do NOT alter her birth control pill schedule, just keep taking them as they come in the pack and starting new pack when it is time. In a month, maybe two, her cycle should be back to normal. Condoms are only needed with birth control pills to prevent STDs (unless she misses pills or is on certain antibiotics and need to use condoms for back up) otherwise her regular routine pill is all the birth control she needs. So if this happens again, do NOT panic! She is covered for pregnancy as long as she hasnt missed any pills recently. DO NOT take Plan b! There is rarely a reason to take Plan b when a woman is on routine birth control pills. So NO worries, she is covered!
If she hadn't missed any pills, then she didn't need Plan B.
Plan B is a huge dose of artificial hormones, that can give women lots of unpleasant, hormonal side effects, & is for total emergencies only.
When combined with all of the hormone in her original, regular birth control, it's going to really mess her monthly cycle/periods up, at the very least. She may have irregular or even no bleeding for months. Everyone reacts differently. She may have hormonal symptoms for weeks, such as those she'd get if she were pregnant, or getting a period/ovulating.
You need to hold the end of the condom at the base of your penis, as you withdraw, which will stop the condom slipping off, & withdraw as soon as you ejaculate, to stop you becoming soft & it leaking. If you want another method of protection, then why not use spermicide with the condom?
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The condom (either external, also known as a "male" condom, or a internal, also referred to as a "female" condom) breaks, and the panic begins. After all, that thin sheath may be the only thing protecting you and your partner from a sexually transmitted infection, a pregnancy, or both. 1

As scary as it can be, dealing with the situation promptly may make it less likely that you'll face a serious outcome. 2 At the very least, it's a good time to take a look at how to choose and use external or internal condoms properly to avoid the problem in the future.

This article explains what to do if an external or internal condom breaks. It also offers some tips on how to prevent external or internal condoms from breaking in the first place.

If an external or internal condom breaks during sex, stop right then. You and your partner will need to consider a few questions:

If the condom broke after ejaculation, it's possible that there was an exchange of semen or other bodily fluids. Try to remove as much semen from the vagina or rectum as possible. You could try squatting and pushing as if you're trying to have a bowel movement. 3 You can also try sitting on the toilet and bearing down.

Afterward, you can gently wash the genital area with soap and water. Do not douche , scrub, or use a harsh cleanser or disinfectant.

Douching can strip away protective bacteria from the vagina. It can also harm the tissues. Using a disinfectant can also damage cells. Harsh chemicals can cause inflammation that may raise your risk of HIV infection.

If you think fluids might have been exchanged and you're not sure about your HIV status or your partner's, the best thing to do is go to the nearest clinic or emergency room (ER) with your partner. This step is even more important if you know that one of you has HIV.

Explain to the ER doctor or nurse what has happened. You'll likely be given a rapid HIV test to see if you or your partner have HIV.

Even if your initial tests are negative, your doctor may start you on a 28-day course of antiretroviral medication. More detailed HIV testing will be sent that may take a few days to return. With or without a negative test, the medication is started to slow the potential spread of the virus in the body. When you take it to prevent HIV infection, it's called HIV post-exposure prophylaxis therapy (PEP) . 4

The treatment is usually a combination drug containing Truvada or Descovy (emtricitabine and tenofovir), plus Isentress (raltegravir) or Tivicay (dolutegravir).

Ideally, PEP should be started within 24 hours of possible exposure to HIV. It is often still effective if prescribed within 48 (and maybe 72) hours of exposure.

If an external or internal condom breaks and you're not using another contraceptive , pregnancy is another possibility. If you're in this situation, emergency contraception can prevent pregnancy.

There are two main options, including two "morning-after" pills and placement of a copper intrauterine device (IUD) within five days of the scare. An IUD is a T-shaped device placed in the uterus or womb to keep sperm from fertilizing an egg.

Available over the counter, the Plan B One-Step (levonorgestrel) pill is in a class of drugs called progestins. It works by preventing your body from releasing an egg or keeping an egg from being fertilized by sperm.

It is a single-dose contraceptive to be taken within 72 hours. There are several generic versions of Plan B One-Step, including Next Choice One Dose , AfterPill , My Way , and Take Action .

Another one-dose contraceptive is Ella (ulipristal acetate). You'll need a prescription for this medication. It works by delaying or preventing the release of an egg, or by changing the lining of the uterus. It can be taken within five days, but as soon as possible is better.

This birth control device is wrapped in copper. It slowly releases tiny amounts of the mineral into your body.

A copper IUD prevents pregnancy by making it harder for sperm to reach an egg. An IUD also changes the lining of the uterus. If it is inserted by a doctor within five days of unprotected (or condomless) sex, ParaGard can lower the risk of pregnancy by 99.9%.

Use these tips to reduce the risk of a torn condom:

If an external or internal condom breaks while you're having sex, you can take steps to prevent a pregnancy and protect yourself from HIV. The first step is to try to remove any body fluids without using harsh chemicals or douches.

The next step is to visit a clinic or the ER to get tested for HIV. If you've been exposed, your healthcare provider might give you medications to combat the virus.

To prevent pregnancy, you can use a one-dose contraceptive pill. Copper IUDs also prevent pregnancies in emergency situations. The most important thing is to act quickly. Some medications only work if they're used in the hours or days right after an external or internal condom breaks.

To protect yourself going forward, store your external or internal condoms in climate-controlled places, make sure you use the right size, and avoid doubling up or using products that can damage the external or internal condoms.

It is easy to tell if there is an obvious rip, but smaller tears may be harder to see. If you are concerned about a broken external condom, check to see if there is any semen leaking out. 6
If you can comfortably reach in with clean fingers and pull out the external condom, it is safe to do so. It will be easier if you first relax your muscles. If you can't reach it, a doctor can use a narrow tool to find and remove it.

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I've been on birth control for almost a year, and a week and a day ago I had sex with my boyfriend and the condom broke. And at the moment, my stomach has been kinda feeling sick, and we are both really scared. And I just started to spot yesterday. Am I pregnant?
If your taking the pill regulary and as prescribed there should be no problem. It is still advisable to wear protection if you and your boyfreind haven't been together for long and if you are unsure about his past partners. this way you will also be protected from s.t.I's.
The pill if used correctly can be up to 98% effective. so know need to worry :)
no because one its way too early to tell if your pregnant and two birth control is really effective a lot of people dont even use condoms when there on birth control I wouldnt recomend not using a condom but still im sure your not pregnant just be more careful next time. if your stil worried take a test a week before your next period. I wouldnt worry tho
If you have been taking birth control for over a year, then you are fully protected, even if the condom broke. The feeling you have in your stomach is probably just your nerves because you have been stressing yourself out over the matter. Relax and take it easy and the pain should go away. I highly doubt that your pregnant. Good Luck!

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