Help?

[ButterflyxBallerina]

Hi. I am five days late for my period. It is normally on time, but occasionally is not regular. I have been using protection (condoms) with my partner and nothing has broken or slipped recently. In late December we had a slip and I took Plan B just in case right after and got my period about a week afterwards, so I know I am not pregnant. About two weeks ago , I had light brown spotting that lasted for a week, which has never happened to me before. I have read that sometimes that means implantation bleeding, but it can also be a part of ovulation. I am worried that I may be pregnant because I am late, but since there has not been any problems with the condoms, I don't know what to think. I know condoms are generally very effective and safe when used properly, but there is always a chance of failure. Am I just being overly paranoid? Could it just be the stress of worrying that I may be pregnant, as well as other life stresses (college, ballet, etc)? Did Plan B just mess up my hormones?

[tierab]

I took plan b in the beginning of January a hour after intercourse in its now February and I have not had a period yet should I be worried that my period didnt come yet?? Questions HELP!! !!!

[ms_carr91]

Hi i wanna ask a question

[Elaine Brown, MD]

Hi!
If you were my patient, I would advise you to do a pregnancy test first.
If it is negative, you can relax and most likely chalk the irregular bleeding up to the Plan B.  It is common for Plan B to cause irregular bleeding for a cycle or so after taking it.  Your normal periods should resume soon.
Good luck!
Dr B