What is the reason for getting a period right after taking the emergency contraceptive pill?

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Hello doctor! Doctor let me ask, me and my boyfriend just had sex on March 19. The next day, I got my period. But usually I get my period at the beginning of the month and this month I already have it. Now I have, and at the same time I also take emergency contraceptive pills. I want to ask is it okay? I hope the doctor can help me. Thank you doctor.
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Hi Doctor, my menstrual cycle is irregular about 35-40 days. On February 15, I had up to 20 children by the end of February 21, I had sex after 8 hours, I took an emergency contraceptive pill of 1 pill until February 27, I got my period again. May I ask what's wrong, doctor? Looking forward to consulting your doctor. Thank you.
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Please consult a doctor. In July 2020, I started having my period on 7/7. By August 2020, having sex on August 2 and using emergency contraception. However, I started getting my period right on 2/8 and it lasted 7 days. So is there any chance of getting pregnant? Please consult your doctor for help. Thank you.
Anonymous question
Hello doctor, can I have my period after taking birth control pills? Looking forward to consulting your doctor. Thank you.
Huyen Trang (Da Nang)
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Hello! The emergency contraceptive pill is a high-hormone oral contraceptive that is used to reduce the risk of an unwanted pregnancy after unprotected sex. However, during the use of emergency contraceptive pills, if used incorrectly or depending on the individual's condition, it will cause side effects such as: vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain, nausea, delayed or missed periods. ... after taking the drug. Your vaginal bleeding may be a side effect of birth control pills, because the pill always contains ingredients like progesterone or estrogen. These hormones cause you to have vaginal bleeding. Sometimes this blood is mistaken for menstruation so you don't need to worry too much. Usually this will go away after your next period. However, if this symptom persists and becomes more severe, you need to immediately go to medical facilities for direct examination and more specific advice!
Thank you for submitting your question to Vinmec Health System. Best regards!
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