While the risk of pregnancy from genital rubbing without penetration is extremely low, it is not completely zero. If semen or pre-ejaculate gets directly onto the vaginal opening, sperm can theoretically travel inside. If ejaculation occurred directly on or very near the vagina, taking emergency contraception (such as levonorgestrel) within 72 hours is a safe precaution for peace of mind. However, if there was no ejaculation, the risk is negligible and emergency contraception is generally not necessary. To ease your anxiety, you can take a home pregnancy test 14 to 21 days after the contact.

It is very common for the i-pill (an emergency contraceptive) to temporarily disrupt your menstrual cycle. Because of the high hormone dose, it can cause a delayed or missed period, followed by bleeding that is heavier, longer, or more painful than usual. While these side effects are typically harmless reactions to the hormone surge, extremely severe pain or unusually heavy bleeding could occasionally indicate other conditions, such as an ectopic pregnancy. Please take a home pregnancy test to be safe. If your pain is intense or the bleeding doesn't stop, a quick visit to your gynecologist will provide peace of mind and ensure you are safe.

Yes, there is still a chance of pregnancy. Postpone-72 (levonorgestrel) only protects you from intercourse that happened before taking it. Because you had unprotected sex on March 24th and 25th after taking the pill on March 23rd, those later acts were not covered. While pregnancy at age 59 is medically extremely rare, since you are still experiencing menstrual periods, it is best to be cautious. I gently recommend taking a home pregnancy test in three weeks for your peace of mind. Please consult your doctor to discuss safe, reliable health and contraceptive options tailored to your needs.

It is very common for emergency contraceptive pills like the i-pill (levonorgestrel) to temporarily disrupt your girlfriend's menstrual cycle. The bleeding she experienced 10 days after taking the pill was likely a withdrawal bleed or an early period caused by the hormones. This hormonal shift can easily cause her subsequent period to be delayed this month. While the risk of pregnancy is low since she had that initial bleeding, the most reassuring next step is for her to take a simple home pregnancy test.

But taking the i-pill (levonorgestrel) within one hour of unprotected sex was the right step and significantly lowers your risk of pregnancy, even during your fertile window. Because emergency contraception contains hormones, your next period may be a few days early or late, and it might be lighter or heavier than usual. Generally, you can expect it around your usual cycle date. To give yourself peace of mind, I highly recommend taking a home pregnancy test 21 days after the intercourse for a definitive result. You are taking the right steps.

It is very common for your period to be delayed after taking the i-pill (emergency contraception). The hormone in the pill temporarily alters your menstrual cycle, which can delay your period by a few days to over a week. Since your home pregnancy test is negative, this is highly reassuring. I suggest waiting a few more days. If your period is delayed by more than a week past its expected date, it is a good idea to repeat the pregnancy test or consult a doctor just to be absolutely sure.