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got pregnant after using EC
My last LMP was the 10th March. I am a regular user of the ovral L birth control pill but was on a break for teh last 3-4 months to give my body a rest. Since then I was used the EC about four times. I used it in February twice in teh same cycle. The name is Ipill with the levonorgestrel hormone. I used it once mid cycle after my period last month and got pregnant. I really want to know if teh hormone can cause any potential harm to the baby. I am in a fix and would really appreciate some advice....
I figured that much by now....but what a shocker....i have two kids and am really anxious...was'nt prepared at all..been to not 1 doc but 2..both say most likely no probs with the embryo/foetus but there are no guarantees...there's always a slight chance...
You should never use EC the way you did. Its meant for emergencies....like a condom breaking or if you found yourself unexpectedly having intercourse you did not plan on.
If you want a break from the pill in the future, use contraceptive foam and condoms. Never use EC. Its not 100% effective--more like 60-70%, depending on when and how you take it. If you keep taking it as you were doing, you're bound to end up pregnant at some point.
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You should consult a doctor to see if there could be any effects on a baby, but I don't think so. You took the EC, but became pregnant anyway. The hormones are gone by the time implantation occurs, I believe.
If you want a break from the pill in the future, use contraceptive foam and condoms. Never use EC. Its not 100% effective--more like 60-70%, depending on when and how you take it. If you keep taking it as you were doing, you're bound to end up pregnant at some point.
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You should consult a doctor to see if there could be any effects on a baby, but I don't think so. You took the EC, but became pregnant anyway. The hormones are gone by the time implantation occurs, I believe.
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