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Gynecology & Pregnancy Care
Question #11280
1 year ago
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Delayed periods what to do next

Aish

I had sexual Intercourse on aug 20 protection condom and took unwanted 72 immediately my cycle due date was on aug 22 took a pregnancy test on aug 27 it came negative but my periods are delayed by 8 days till today ..what is chances of getting pregnant

Age: 32
Chronic illnesses: No
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Hello dear See you have already taken ocd medications for prevention of pregnancy. So periods will be automatically delayed in your case. However for confirmation please get following tests done Serum TSH Serum prolactin Serum Lh Serum estrogen Pelvic ultrasound Urine analysis Serum progesterone Pregnancy strip test (beta HCG) Kindly share the details with gynacolologist in person for better clarification Hopefully you recover soon Regards

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You don’t need so many tests.

Please follow this.

Repeat Pregnancy Test — If still no period by Sept 5–7, do another urine pregnancy test (first morning urine). If still negative and no period . Consult gynecologist for evaluation (hormonal imbalance, stress, thyroid, PCOS may delay cycles too). Lifestyle.Reduce stress, eat balanced diet, sleep well; stress + pill effect together can delay cycles.

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Some time unwanted 72 causes thickening of blood causing delayed period Also 5-14 days delay is normal As you did intercourse just two days prior to due date ,there almost no chance of you getting pregnant For assurance you can take upt test at 3 sept

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Hello Normal menstrual cycle can be normal if it is delayed by 7 days. Since you have already taken the Emergency Pill for Contraception, there is negligible chances of pregnancy. Also, the pill can delay your menses by some days. If you don’t get your menses, consult a Gynaecologist. It can be due to other reasons also.

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The chances of being pregnant in your situation are generally low, but let’s break it down. You used a condom, which is quite effective at preventing pregnancy when used correctly; plus you took emergency contraception (Unwanted 72) soon after the intercourse, which can reduce pregnancy risk further. Emergency contraception is most effective when taken within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse, and you mentioned taking it right away, which is optimal. The delay you’re experiencing can potentially be attributed to the emergency contraceptive itself, as it can sometimes cause menstrual irregularities such as delayed periods. Stress, changes in routine, or other hormonal fluctuations can also contribute to a delay. Since you took a pregnancy test on August 27 and it came back negative, if performed correctly, it is another reassuring sign. If your period doesn’t arrive within another week, consider taking another pregnancy test to verify results. For consistent delays or concerns, scheduling an appointment with a healthcare provider would be wise. They can assess any underlying issues and ensure everything’s on track with your reproductive health. If further symptoms arise, seek medical attention promptly.

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