Have done Unprotected sex but took ipill within 12 hours.

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Have done Unprotected sex but took ipill within 12 hours. - #11687

Darsh

Have done Unprotected sex on 8/9 but took ipill within 12 hours and my predicted period date was 12/9 but haven't got my periods yet. Have tested pregnancy 2times but it came out negative. Why is my periods delayed am I pregnant or some other reason?

Age: 16

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Dr. Bharat Joshi

I’m a periodontist and academician with a strong clinical and teaching background. Over the last 4 years and 8 months, I’ve been actively involved in dental education, guiding students at multiple levels including dental hygienist, BDS, and MDS programs. Currently, I serve as a Reader at MMCDSR in Ambala, Haryana—a role that allows me to merge my academic passion with hands-on experience. Clinically, I’ve been practicing dentistry for the past 12 years. From routine procedures like scaling and root planing to more advanced cases involving grafts, biopsies, and implant surgeries. Honestly, I still find joy in doing a simple RCT when it’s needed. It’s not just about the procedure but making sure the patient feels comfortable and safe. Academically, I have 26 research publications to my credit. I’m on the editorial boards of the Archives of Dental Research and Journal of Dental Research and Oral Health, and I’ve spent a lot of time reviewing manuscripts—from case reports to meta-analyses and even book reviews. I was honored to receive the “Best Editor” award by Innovative Publications, and Athena Publications recognized me as an “excellent reviewer,” which honestly came as a bit of a surprise! In 2025, I had the opportunity to present a guest lecture in Italy on traumatic oral lesions. Sharing my work and learning from peers globally has been incredibly fulfilling. Outside academics and clinics, I’ve also worked in the pharmaceutical sector as a Drug Safety Associate for about 3 years, focusing on pharmacovigilance. That role really sharpened my attention to detail and deepened my understanding of drug interactions and adverse effects. My goal is to keep learning, and give every patient and student my absolute best.

45 days ago

Hello dear
See as per history the periods are delayed due to ocd taken
This has suppressed the normal reproductive cycle and delayed your periods
However for exact confirmation please get following tests done
Serum tsh
Pelvic ultrasound
Urine analysis
Serum ferritin
RBS
CBC
Pregnancy strip test beta HCG levels after 7-10 days
Please share the details with gynacolologist in person for better clarification
Kindly don’t take any medications without consulting the concerned doctor
Hopefully you recover soon
Regards

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Dr. Arsha K Isac

I am a general dentist with 3+ years of working in real-world setups, and lemme say—every single patient teaches me something diff. It’s not just teeth honestly, it’s people… and how they feel walking into the chair. I try really hard to not make it just a “procedure thing.” I explain stuff in plain words—no confusing dental jargon, just straight talk—coz I feel like when ppl *get* what's going on, they feel safer n that makes all the difference. Worked with all ages—like, little kids who need that gentle nudge about brushing, to older folks who come in with long histories and sometimes just need someone to really sit n listen. It’s weirdly rewarding to see someone walk out lighter, not just 'coz their toothache's gone but coz they felt seen during the whole thing. A lot of ppl come in scared or just unsure, and I honestly take that seriously. I keep the vibe calm. Try to read their mood, don’t rush. I always tell myself—every smile’s got a story, even the broken ones. My thing is: comfort first, then precision. I want the outcome to last, not just look good for a week. Not tryna claim perfection or magic solutions—just consistent, clear, hands-on care where patients feel heard. I think dentistry should *fit* the person, not push them into a box. That's kinda been my philosophy from day one. And yeah, maybe sometimes I overexplain or spend a bit too long checking alignment again but hey, if it means someone eats pain-free or finally smiles wide in pics again? Worth it. Every time.

45 days ago

Hi Darsh,
You took i pill within 12 hour,so high protection rate, pregnancy chance very less.
Your missed period is most likely due to the i-Pill itself, not pregnancy.
Also you took pregnancy test,this gives reassurance that you are not pregnant.
Your period should come within the next 1–2 weeks.
If no periods till end of September,consult a gynecologist to rule out other causes.
Don’t stress.
You’ve got this.
Thank you

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I am a 2023 batch passout and working as a general physician right now, based in Hanumangarh, Rajasthan. Still kinda new in the bigger picture maybe, but honestly—every single day in this line teaches you more than textbooks ever could. I’ve had the chance to work under some pretty respected doctors during and after my graduation, not just for the clinical part but also to see how they handle people, real people, in pain, in panic, and sometimes just confused about their own health. General medicine covers a lot, right? Like from the smallest complaints to those random, vague symptoms that no one really understands at first—those are kinda my zone now. I don’t really rush to label things, I try to spend time actually listening. Feels weird to say it but ya, I do take that part seriously. Some patients just need someone to hear the whole story instead of jumping to prescription pads after 30 seconds. Right now, my practice includes everything from managing common infections, blood pressure issues, sugar problems to more layered cases where symptoms overlap and you gotta just... piece things together. It's not glamorous all the time, but it's real. I’ve handled a bunch of seasonal disease waves too, like dengue surges and viral fevers that hit rural belts hard—Hanumangarh doesn’t get much spotlight but there’s plenty happening out here. Also, I do rely on basics—thorough history, solid clinical exam and yeah when needed, investigations. But not over-prescribing things just cz they’re there. One thing I picked up from the senior consultants I worked with—they used to say “don’t chase labs, chase the patient’s story”... stuck with me till now. Anyway, still learning every single day tbh. But I like that. Keeps me grounded and kind of obsessed with trying to get better.

44 days ago

Hello
It’s good that you took an emergency contraceptive pill like i-pill as soon as possible after unprotected sex. Taking it within 12 hours significantly increases its effectiveness. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know:
Effectiveness
High Effectiveness: Emergency contraceptive pills (like i-pill, which contains levonorgestrel) are most effective when taken as soon as possible. When taken within the first 24 hours, their effectiveness can be as high as 95% or more. The effectiveness decreases the longer you wait, dropping to around 85% if taken between 25 and 48 hours, and even lower after that.
Not 100%: It’s important to understand that no birth control method, including emergency contraception, is 100% effective. While the chances of pregnancy are low when the pill is taken correctly and promptly, there is still a small risk. Some sources suggest a failure rate of about 1-2 out of every 100 women who use it.
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Have done Unprotected sex but took ipill within 12 hours
It’s good that you took an emergency contraceptive pill like i-pill as soon as possible after unprotected sex. Taking it within 12 hours significantly increases its effectiveness. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know:
Effectiveness
High Effectiveness: Emergency contraceptive pills (like i-pill, which contains levonorgestrel) are most effective when taken as soon as possible. When taken within the first 24 hours, their effectiveness can be as high as 95% or more. The effectiveness decreases the longer you wait, dropping to around 85% if taken between 25 and 48 hours, and even lower after that.
Not 100%: It’s important to understand that no birth control method, including emergency contraception, is 100% effective. While the chances of pregnancy are low when the pill is taken correctly and promptly, there is still a small risk. Some sources suggest a failure rate of about 1-2 out of every 100 women who use it.
How it Works: The pill works by preventing or delaying ovulation (the release of an egg). It may also prevent fertilization or a fertilized egg from implanting in the uterus. It’s crucial to know that it cannot terminate an existing pregnancy.
What to Expect After Taking the Pill
Side Effects: The high dose of hormones in the pill can cause temporary side effects. Common ones include:
Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Dizziness and fatigue
Breast tenderness
Lower abdominal pain or cramps
Changes to your menstrual bleeding (heavier, lighter, or spotting between periods)
Menstrual Cycle Changes: The most common effect on your body will be changes to your next period. It might come a few days earlier or a few days later than expected. The flow might also be different—either lighter or heavier. These changes are usually temporary, and your cycle should return to normal in the following month or two.
If You Vomit: If you vomit within two hours of taking the pill, it’s possible that your body didn’t fully absorb the medication. In this case, you should consult a healthcare provider to see if you need to take another dose.
What to Do Next
Wait for Your Period: The best way to know if the pill was effective is to wait for your next period. Most women get their period within a week of their expected date.
Take a Pregnancy Test: If your period is more than a week late or if you start to experience any symptoms of pregnancy, it is highly recommended that you take a pregnancy test for confirmation.
Consider Regular Contraception: Emergency contraception is not a substitute for regular birth control. For ongoing protection, you should talk to a healthcare professional about a regular method that is right for you, such as birth control pills, an IUD, or condoms.

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I am a general physician with more than 10 yr of clinical experiance, and in this time I worked with patients from all age groups, from young kids to elderly with multiple chronic issues. My practice has been wide, but I gradually developed deeper intrest in diabetology. I spend much of my day focusing on prevention, early diagnosis and management of diabetes, using lifestyle modification, medical therapy and regular monitoring. Many patients come worried about complications, and I try to explain things in simple language, whether it is diet, excercise, or understanding lab reports, so they dont feel lost. I also conduct detailed diagnostic evaluation and use evidence based protocols to make sure treatment is reliable and updated, even if sometimes I double check myself when results dont match the clinical picture. Apart from regular OPD practice, I gained strong experiance in occupational health. Over years I worked with multiple companies handling pre employment checks, annual medical exams, workplace wellness programs, and ensuring compliance with industrial health and safety standards. It is diffrent from hospital practice, but equally important, because healthy workers mean safe and productive workplace. I run medical surveillance programs and health awareness sessions in collaboration with corporates, and this also gave me exposure to preventive strategies on a large scale. For me, patient care is not just treatment but building trust. My career revolve around preventive medicine, ethical clinical practice, and continuous learning. I keep myself updated with modern medical protocols, but I also value listening to patient worries, since medicine is not only about lab values but also about how a person feels in daily life. I make mistakes in words sometimes, but in my work I try to be very precise. At end of day, my aim is to provide care that is accessible, evidence based and truly centered on patient well being.

45 days ago

You took the i-pill within 12 hours, and that makes it very effective in preventing pregnancy, so the chances of pregnancy are extremely low.
The two negative urine pregnancy tests after your missed date further confirm that you are not pregnant.
Emergency contraceptive pills like i-pill contain high dose hormones, which can disturb your normal cycle. Because of this, periods may come a little early or get delayed by a few days to even 2 weeks.
Stress, anxiety about pregnancy, or natural cycle variations at your age can also cause the delay in periods.
If your period does not come within 1–2 weeks, repeat the pregnancy test once more for reassurance, and if still worried, consult a gynecologist for guidance.
In your case, delay is most likely because of the pill and stress, not pregnancy

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I am a qualified medical doctor with MBBS and DNB Diploma in Family Medicine from NBEMS, and my work has always been centered on treating patients in a complete, not just symptom based way. During my DNB training I rotated through almost every core department—Internal medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Emergency medicine. That mix gave me the skill to manage acute illness, long term disease and preventive care together, something I find very important in family practice. In psychiatry I worked closely with patients who struggled with depression, anxiety, stress related problems, insomnia or substance use. I learned not just about medication but also about simple psychotherapy tools, psycho education and how to talk openly without judgement. I still use that exp in family medicine, specially when chronic disease patients also face mental health issues. My time in General surgery included assisting in minor and major procedures, managing wounds, abscess, sutures and emergencies. While I am not a surgeon, this gave me confidence to recognize surgical cases early, provide first line care and refer fast when needed, which makes a big difference in online or OPD settings. Now I work as a consultant in General medicine and Family practice, with focus on both in-person and online consultation. I treat conditions like fever, infections, gastrointestinal complaints, respiratory illness, and also manage diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, and lifestyle related chronic diseases. I see women for PCOS, contraception counseling, menstrual health, and children for common pediatric issues. I also dedicate time to preventive health, lifestyle counseling and diet-sleep-exercise advice, since these small changes affect long term wellness more than we often realize. My key skills include holistic diagnosis, evidence based treatment, chronic disease management, mental health support, preventive medicine and telemedicine communiation. At the center of all this is one thing—patients should feel heard, safe, and guided with care that is both professional and personal.

45 days ago

Hello,
I understand that this might be worrisome.
You have taken iPill within 12 hrs of unprotected intercourse. So you probably won’t get pregnant. There are high chances that your cycle will get disturbed as you have taken iPill. Best rest assured and you can wait for your periods. No need to worry much. My advice is to repeat the urine pregnancy test after 7 days if your periods won’t come.
Feel free to reach out.
Regards,
Dr. Nirav Jain
MBBS, DNB D.Fam.Med

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I completed my medical degree in 2023, but honestly, my journey in healthcare started way before that. Since 2018, I’ve been actively involved in clinical practice—getting hands-on exposure across multiple departments like ENT, pediatrics, dermatology, ophthalmology, medicine, and emergency care. One of the most intense and defining phases of my training was working at a District Government Hospital for a full year during the COVID pandemic. It was chaotic, unpredictable, and exhausting—but it also grounded me in real-world medicine like no textbook ever could. Over time, I’ve worked in both OPD and IPD setups, handling everything from mild viral fevers to more stubborn, long-term conditions. These day-to-day experiences really built my base and taught me how to stay calm when things get hectic—and how to adjust fast when plans don’t go as expected. What I’ve learned most is that care isn't only about writing the right medicine. It’s about being fully there, listening properly, and making sure the person feels seen—not just treated. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also been exposed to preventive health, health education, and community outreach. These areas really matter to me because I believe real impact begins outside the hospital, with awareness and early intervention. My approach is always centered around clarity, empathy, and clinical logic—I like to make sure every patient knows exactly what’s going on and why we’re doing what we’re doing. I’ve always felt a pull towards general medicine and internal care, and honestly, I’m still learning every single day—each patient brings a new lesson. Medicine never really sits still, it keeps shifting, and I try to shift with it. Not just in terms of what I know, but also in how I listen and respond. For me, it’s always been about giving real care. Genuine, respectful, and the kind that actually helps a person heal—inside and out.

45 days ago

You are most likely not pregnant. Delay is due to the i-pill’s hormonal effect + stress. Period should come naturally in the next 1–2 weeks.

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45 days ago

Aapne i-pill 12 ghante ke andar le liya tha, aur itni early lene se pregnancy se protection 95% se zyada hota hai. Do baar negative urine pregnancy test aaya hai, toh chances of pregnancy bahut hi kam hain.
Emergency pill me high dose progesterone hota h Ye hormone aapke ovulation aur uterine lining ko disturb karta hai, jisse period delay ya irregular ho sakte hain. Commonly period 5–15 din late aa sakta hai, kabhi kabhi thoda jyada bhi. Ye ek normal side-effect hai.
Abhi stress lene ki zaroorat nahi hai. Agar:
Period 2 hafte se zyada late ho jaye,
Bleeding bahut heavy ya abnormal ho,
Ya lower abdomen me severe pain ho,
toh gynaecologist ko consult karna zaroori hoga. Otherwise aap safe ho.

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44 days ago

As you know the ipill causes the disturbance of hormones causing delayed period so you can wait for 7-14 days from your period date

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44 days ago

Hey There
no need to worry as the upt is negative it is some time normal that periods being delayed by 7 to8 days so no need to panick  and he cautious while you use i pills as they can be harmful so dont use them frequently or without prescreption
regards

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44 days ago

Since you took the emergency contraceptive pill within 12 hours and your pregnancy tests are negative, it is very unlikely that you are pregnant. Period delay after taking an emergency pill is common, as it can temporarily disrupt your hormonal cycle. Please consult a gynecologist if your period is delayed by more than a week or if you experience unusual symptoms, to ensure everything is normal.

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41 days ago

Hello darsh
Can you please tell me the name of the pill which you took ?
Repeat these tests for confirmation:
1. UPT
2. Ultrasound- transvaginal
Review with reports.
Take care

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27 days ago

Taking the emergency contraceptive pill within 12 hours is quite effective in reducing the risk of pregnancy, though no method is 100% foolproof. The timing of your period can indeed be affected by the ipill. Such pills, containing levonorgestrel, can cause a delay or even an early period in some women. Stress and hormonal fluctuations also play a part in delaying menstrual cycles. If your pregnancy tests are negative, it’s less likely that you’re pregnant, especially if they were done after your missed period’s due date. However, it’s still important to repeat the test after a few days if your period doesn’t start because variations in hCG levels can affect the result. Meanwhile, there could be other non-pregnancy related reasons for this delay. Changes in weight, significant stress, traveling across time zones, or exercising more than usual can affect your cycle. Keep an eye on your health and note any other unusual symptoms. If your period doesn’t arrive in a week or two, or if you have additional concerns or symptoms, consider consulting with a healthcare provider. They might explore other causes like hormonal imbalances or recommend further investigations. It’s important you feel reassured by getting the right follow-up if necessary, to ensure your overall well-being.

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