I Took the Morning-After Pill and Then Had Unprotected Reddit
I was so scared. I had taken the morning-after pill, but then I had unprotected sex. I didn’t know what to do. I was worried that I might be pregnant. I didn’t know what to do. I didn’t know who to talk to. I was so scared. I felt so alone.
I finally decided to talk to my friend about it. She was so supportive. She told me that I was not alone. She told me that there were other people who had been in the same situation. She told me that there was help available.
Emergency Contraception
Emergency contraception is a type of birth control that can prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or if your regular birth control fails.
There are two types of emergency contraception:
- The morning-after pill
- The copper IUD
The morning-after pill is a pill that you take within 72 hours of unprotected sex. It works by preventing ovulation or by preventing the fertilized egg from implanting in the uterus.
The copper IUD is a small device that is inserted into the uterus by a healthcare provider. It can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years.
Effectiveness
The morning-after pill is about 85% effective at preventing pregnancy if it is taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. The copper IUD is about 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.
However, it is important to note that no method of birth control is 100% effective. If you are concerned about getting pregnant, you should talk to your healthcare provider about the best method of birth control for you.
Side Effects
The morning-after pill can cause side effects, such as:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Fatigue
The copper IUD can cause side effects, such as:
- Heavy bleeding
- Cramping
- Pelvic pain
- Infection
- Ectopic pregnancy
Tips for Using Emergency Contraception
If you are considering using emergency contraception, here are some tips:
- Take the morning-after pill as soon as possible after unprotected sex. The sooner you take it, the more effective it will be.
- Do not take the morning-after pill more than once in a menstrual cycle.
- If you vomit within 2 hours of taking the morning-after pill, you may need to take another dose.
- If you have any questions about emergency contraception, talk to your healthcare provider.
Conclusion
Emergency contraception is a safe and effective way to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex. However, it is important to note that no method of birth control is 100% effective. If you are concerned about getting pregnant, you should talk to your healthcare provider about the best method of birth control for you.
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