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I have had sex with my partner yesterday but it was unprotected, during the process I got my periods, not sure whether he ejaculated inside or not..
Should I take any medicine or is it safe?
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Dr. Neha Vashisth
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
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42 yrs exp
Bhopal
Emergency pill not required if intercourse happens during periods.
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Having sex during your period lowers the pregnancy risk but doesn't rule it out completely, since sperm can survive for a few days and ovulation timing isn't always predictable. Since you're unsure whether ejaculation happened inside and you don't want a pregnancy now, it's reasonable to consider emergency contraception as a precaution.
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An emergency contraceptive pill from a pharmacy works best within 72 hours of the unprotected sex, and it's more effective the sooner you take it. If your next period is delayed by more than a week, take a home pregnancy test to confirm.
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Emergency contraception isn't meant for regular use and can affect your next cycle's timing. Please see a gynaecologist to discuss a reliable ongoing contraception option.
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