I have PCOS and irregular periods, so I cannot track my ovulation accurately. My last period started on 27 April. I had unprotected intercourse with penetration on 29 and 30 May. There was no ejaculation, but I am not completely sure. I have not had a period since April, and my home pregnancy test on 10 June was negative. I usually take Meprate Tablet to induce my periods and am planning to start it now. Could I still be pregnant, and is it safe to take Meprate at this point?
Yes, pregnancy is still possible, although the risk is lower if there was no ejaculation. Pre ejaculatory fluid may occasionally contain sperm, and women with PCOS can ovulate unpredictably, making it difficult to determine the fertile period. A home pregnancy test taken on 10 June may have been done too early, especially since the intercourse occurred on 29 and 30 May. It is advisable to repeat the test at least 2 to 3 weeks after the last unprotected intercourse or get a blood pregnancy test for a more reliable result. Meprate Tablet (medroxyprogesterone) is commonly used to induce periods in women with PCOS, but it is generally recommended to confirm that you are not pregnant before starting it. If the repeat pregnancy test is negative, you can discuss with your doctor whether it is appropriate to start the medication. If your periods remain irregular, a follow-up with your gynaecologist is advisable.