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The doctor asked me, my girlfriend and I last had sex 2 weeks ago. Yesterday, she had nausea, vomiting, headache. So now taking emergency contraception still works?
D.A.T (HCMC)
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Hello! Emergency contraception is indicated for use when having sex without using contraception or using a condom but the condom is torn or punctured. Emergency contraception should be taken as soon as possible, preferably within 72 hours of having unprotected sex. Up to the 5th day after sex, you can still use emergency contraception, but according to the principle, the sooner you take it, the more effective the pill will be.
In your case, the last time you had sex was 2 weeks ago, so when taking birth control pills, it will no longer work. As for the signs that your girlfriend is experiencing, you should visit an obstetrician-gynecologist at a reputable medical facility to be examined and consulted for your case.
Thank you for submitting your question to Vinmec Health System. Best regards!
