Does The Morning After Pill Make You Bleed

Does The Morning After Pill Make You Bleed
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One question people are always asking us is whether the morning after pill makes you bleed. Some people are even alarmed if they don’t bleed after taking emergency contraception, taking this as a sign that it hasn’t been effective.
We are always on a mission to get expert answers to your questions so you have the information you need.
Should the morning after pill make you bleed? We spoke to SH:24 , a free online sexual health service, delivered in partnership with the NHS and Umbrella , a Birmingham based sexual health service, to get expert insights into this question.
The only way you can know if the morning after pill has worked is to wait for your period.
“You should get a normal period roundabout the time that you would expect one after taking the morning after pill, but because it works by delaying ovulation you may find that the period is a little delayed,” says Dr Gillian Holdsworth*, SH:24 & Fettle Managing Director.
Your period can be delayed by up to seven days after taking an emergency contraceptive pill. We advise you speak to your healthcare provider (like a GP or pharmacist) if it is later than seven days or if you have any concerns about pregnancy.
Some people experience bleeding in-between periods after taking emergency contraception. We spoke to Umbrella to find out why this sometimes happens.
“A few women – 10 – 15 % – can suffer from inter-menstrual bleeding when the emergency contraceptive pill is taken. This is due to hormonal imbalance, as an external hormone is given in a large single dose (and then withdrawn i.e. not given continuously). This then causes the lining of the womb to shed irregularly which gives rise to the bleeding,” said a representative from Umbrella.
This type of bleeding is listed as a side effect of hormonal emergency contraception and isn’t normally a cause for concern. We recommend you contact your health care provider if you have been bleeding for longer than seven days or if you are experiencing any pain or discomfort.
Spotting is light vaginal bleeding or brown discharge in-between periods. Basically, spotting is any vaginal bleeding not associated with your period, although it can often be mistaken for a period. Sometimes menstruation can start with light spotting and/or end with brown discharge, which is perfectly normal.
People with uteruses can also experience light spotting around ovulation and may have light spotting for one or two days in the middle of their cycle. Spotting which occurs around ovulation may be accompanied by light cramps.
Spotting often occurs in the first few weeks of pregnancy and is known as ‘implantation bleeding’ when the fertilised egg attaches itself to the uterine wall.
While spotting can occur during pregnancy, there are a lot of other reasons you may experience spotting. When you first start using or change your birth control, you may experience spotting. This can happen with the pill, the IUD and sometimes if you’ve taken emergency contraception (see above)
Spotting can also sometimes indicate an STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection), Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a benign growth, or trauma. If you are pregnant, spotting can sometimes be related to miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. In very rare cases, spotting in between periods or after sex could also be a sign of certain cancers, such as cervical cancer.
While spotting often isn’t a cause for concern, you should contact your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, if the spotting is continuous, if you have experienced spotting unexpectedly (i.e. if you don’t normally get it and suddenly you do), if you are going through or have already had the menopause, or if you are experiencing pain or discomfort.
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The morning-after pill is used to prevent an unwanted pregnancy and is often referred to as “emergency birth control.” A common brand name is Plan B. This pill can cause some side effects like an irregular period or dizziness, which will generally last for a few days and vary from woman to woman.
The main unpleasant side effects that the morning-after pill can cause include:
Although more rare, other side effects can also occur, such as urticaria, itchiness, facial swelling, pelvic pain, painful menstruation, or the formation of blisters on the skin.
Side effects can occur in both dosing formats: the single-dose 1.5 mg levonorgestrel pill or the two-dose version of levonorgestrel, each pill containing 0.75 mg. You may alternatively be advised to take 30mg of ulipristal acetate.
Some side effects can be treated and even prevented, as follows:
You should eat soon after taking Plan b to reduce the any related nausea. If nausea occurs, a home remedy may be prepared and taken, such as ginger or clove tea with cinnamon, or antiemetic medication.
If the pill causes side effects like headaches or abdominal pain, painkillers such as acetaminophen are recommended.
To relieve breast pain, apply warm compresses or take a warm bath, massaging the breast area.
In case of diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids and avoid greasy foods, eggs, milk and alcohol, giving preference to black, chamomile or guava leaf tea.
Plan B should not be taken by men, women who are breastfeeding or pregnant, or if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
An appointment with the gynecologist is advisable before using this pill in cases of high blood pressure, cardiovascular conditions, morbid obesity or if you have a history of abnormal vaginal bleeding or bleeding of unknown origin.
Some common questions about the morning-after pill are:
This method of contraception should only be used sporadically as it contains a high dose of hormones. In addition, if it is taken more than once in the same month, it can lose its intended effect. Therefore, this pill should only be taken in emergency situations.
Yes, although generally speaking, most women who use Plan B have minimal or no significant changes to their menstrual cycle. Nonetheless, changes can last for 5 to 7 days. It is important to highlight the the repetitive or frequent use of the morning-after pill can worsen any menstrual disturbances, making it difficult to identify your fertile days and menstrual phase.
It is also important to note that bleeding usually does not occur immediately after taking the morning-after pill.
There are no records of the morning-after pill causing teratogenic effects (which affect the growth and development of the fetus) if it is taken in the first trimester.
The same applies if the morning-after pill fails and you become pregnant, as you would have taken the pill way before the fetus’ initial developmental phase, when it is most vulnerable.
Yes. Although the probability of getting pregnant after taking the morning after pill is very low, it is still possible, especially if:
Consult a doctor or pharmacist if vomiting or diarrhea occur within 4 hours of taking the pill because it may be necessary to take a new dose of the pill to have the desired effect.
It’s important to remember that emergency oral contraception doesn’t protect against sexually transm
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