Questions about Emergency Contraception
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Questions about Emergency Contraception
| Wed, 10-27-2004 - 1:35pm |
OK- I took EC a little less than 48 hours after unprotected sex, even though my partner did not ejaculate inside. I took the first pill at noon. By 5 pm I could tell that I was ovulating- I have fever and extreme side pain, it's always very obvious- I did take the second dose at midnight. My nurse told me I might get pregnant anyway- I'm wondering did anyone ever get pregnant after using EC and ovulating anyway. Also, I know they say it is unlikely to become pregnant from pre-ejac. fluid, but that is how I became pregnant w/ our third child.
Needless to say, I am a nervous wreck; I am absolutely sick to my stomach over this. Any advice or shared experience would be appreciated. Thanks!
Edited 10/27/2004 2:24 pm ET ET by rvrcitygrl

There are no guarantees when it comes to contraceptive effectiveness, except with abstinence. However, EC is very effective if taken within 72 hours of the event of concern. Take a look at the EC site: http://ec.princeton.edu/ it has a lot of information you might be interested in, especially in the questions section. You have done all you can at this point so try and think about other things. I know it's hard to do but worrying doesn't help and you could make yourself sick with worry. Let us know how you're doing ok?
Good luck and
(((HUGS)))
Jill
Thanks to anyone who can help.
“CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
Emergency contraceptives are not effective if the woman is already pregnant. Plan B is believed to act as an emergency contraceptive principally by preventing ovulation or fertilization (by altering tubal transport of sperm and/or ova). In addition, it may inhibit implantation (by altering the endometrium). It is not effective once the process of implantation has begun.”
Hang in there sweetie!
(((HUGS)))
Jill