The risk of pregnancy from this type of contact is extremely low. Sperm cannot survive long on fingers, and without direct vaginal penetration, pregnancy is highly unlikely. Since you also used emergency contraception (such as levonorgestrel), your risk is reduced even further to almost zero. These medications work very effectively by delaying ovulation, especially when taken soon after the contact. You did the right thing by being proactive, and you can feel reassured. If your period is delayed by more than a week, a simple home pregnancy test can offer final peace of mind.

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.

Taking the i-pill (an emergency contraceptive) can temporarily disrupt your hormone levels. Crina NCR (norethisterone) is a hormone medication, and your period (withdrawal bleed) should typically start within 3 to 10 days after you finish the prescribed course. No additional medication is needed to bring on your period right now. Please complete your current course of Crina NCR as directed by your doctor. If your period does not start within 10 days of finishing the medication, a quick check-in with your gynecologist will help put your mind at ease.

Experiencing irregular bleeding or spotting is a very common side effect after taking emergency contraception like the i-pill (levonorgestrel). Because these pills contain a high dose of hormones, they temporarily disrupt your natural menstrual cycle. This disruption can cause unexpected bleeding, even shortly after a previous bleed. Your body is simply adjusting to the hormonal shift, and your cycle should return to normal soon. If the bleeding becomes unusually heavy, lasts more than a few days, or is accompanied by severe pelvic pain, it is a good idea to consult a doctor for a quick evaluation.

Yes, emergency contraceptive pills like the i-pill (which contains levonorgestrel) are highly effective at preventing pregnancy. For the best results, the pill should be taken as soon as possible, ideally within 72 hours (3 days) of unprotected intercourse. While it can still be taken up to 120 hours (5 days) later, its effectiveness decreases over time. It is generally very safe, though she might experience mild, temporary side effects like nausea or a slightly altered next period. If her period is delayed by more than a week, a simple pregnancy test is recommended.

Yes, both a delayed period and increased anxiety can definitely be side effects of the i-pill (levonorgestrel). This emergency contraceptive contains a high dose of hormones that can temporarily disrupt your natural cycle and affect your mood. However, because your period is four days late, there is also a possibility of pregnancy. To give you peace of mind, I gently recommend taking a home pregnancy test. It is simple, highly accurate at this stage.