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Irregular bleeding and abdominal pain
I wanted to consult you regarding some irregular bleeding after taking an i-Pill.
My last normal period was on 6 September. I had unprotected intercourse multiple times and took i-Pill on 16 September. After that, I had bleeding from around 26 September for 3–4 days, which was not very heavy but was accompanied by significant cramps.
Then, on 9 October, I had heavier bleeding for around 3 days. Since the day before yesterday, I have been having abdominal pain again, and I noticed bleeding/spotting again this morning.
I also took a pregnancy test on 1 October, which was negative.
Could you please advise whether this irregular bleeding and abdominal pain can be due to the i-Pill, and whether I need to repeat a pregnancy test or undergo any examination/ultrasound??
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Irregular bleeding, pain are the normal side effects of pill.
Repeat the pregnancy test after October 16 th
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Irregular, unpredictable bleeding like this for a cycle or two after an i-Pill is common. It works by disrupting your usual hormonal pattern, so bleeding timing and flow often stay erratic for a cycle or two afterward, and the cramping with it is a typical side effect too.
Next Steps
Since it's been over two weeks since your last pregnancy test and you've had ongoing bleeding and pain since, repeat a urine pregnancy test now and see a gynaecologist for a pelvic ultrasound. This rules out other causes, such as a cyst, and confirms things are settling as expected.
Health Tips
Go in sooner if the pain becomes severe, you soak through a pad within an hour, or you feel dizzy or faint.
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