Question 1

looking for contraceptive options like rhythm or withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Alternative CP: The rhytm method works well in women who have regular periods and can follow the changes occuring in the cervical mucus during cycle.
The withdrawl method works in similar people when avoiding coitus during the period from day 10 ( from 1st day of menses) till day 18.

Question 2

does combining withdrawal method , calendar method and using contraceptive pills gurantee safety?

Accepted Answer

: Nothing is guaranteed 100 % but you are practicing safe sex at a 99% level. Keep doing your routine.

Question 3

does not having withdrawal bleeding mean emergency contraceptive did not work?

Accepted Answer

: No, you period may come early, on time or late after taking plan B pill.

Question 4

how long is the withdrawal bleeding meant to last after taking emergency contraceptive?

Accepted Answer

: It could be as long as your regular period and it means your period comes early this month. Take care.

Question 5

my partner and i had sex without using any contraceptive but he used withdrawal method. any chance of fear since i was ovulating? also i did not take any pill?

Accepted Answer

: If you are sexually active you should use birth control if you do not want to get pregnant. Even with withdrawal there is a possibility of pregnancy-pre-ejaculation fluid may contain sperm . May wish to consider emergency contraception..

https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/withdrawal-method/about/pac-20395283

Question 6

i have been on combined contraceptives for a couple months now.last month i switched pills brands and finished old pack including 1 week break before new pack..my withdrawal bleed is 2 days late and i got a negative test 21 days after intercourse??

Accepted Answer

: Having a withdrawal bleed is reassuring.  As is a negative pregnancy test.  Continue to take your oral contraceptive pills as directed; your cycles may be slightly different on the new pills.

Question 7

is it possible to take contraceptive pills though we already had sex on the last day of her period without withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Birth control: It is ok to start birth control now. It is a good idea to take a pregnancy test if you had unprotected sex. However, if a woman becomes pregnant and is taking a birth control pill before she realizes she is pregnant, it will not harm her or the pregnancy. Additionally, if unprotected sex was less than 5 days ago, it would be best to use emergency contraception.

Question 8

i took emergency contraceptives on the first day of my period. what will happen to my period? will i still experience withdrawal bleeding?

Accepted Answer

BCPs: Sometimes break thru bleeding is unavoidable, even when regulating periods with birth control pills.
No worries as long as excessive bleeding (2-3 wks)
x 3 monthly cycles doesn't occur. A diet rich in iron also helps: milk, beans, red meat. Welcome to health tap, Dr. Ivy Fisher

Question 9

i only get my period when i do the progesterone withdrawal challenge. i have been on both oral contraceptives and progesterone. which would be better?

Accepted Answer

You need to: discuss the details with your doctor. Neither is "better" in all cases. If you've overweight, eat less and exercise more.

Question 10

withdrawal and birth control pill together - effective?

Accepted Answer

Birth control: Birth-control is highly effective when taken correctly. The withdrawal method is very ineffective. If you are using birth control correctly then adding the withdrawal method is not necessary. If you want extra reassurance use condoms.

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My partner and i had sex without using any contraceptive but he used withdrawal method. any chance of fear since i was ovulating? also i did not take any pill?

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I have been on combined contraceptives for a couple months now.last month i switched pills brands and finished old pack including 1 week break before new pack..my withdrawal bleed is 2 days late and i got a negative test 21 days after intercourse??

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Is it possible to take contraceptive pills though we already had sex on the last day of her period without withdrawal?

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I took emergency contraceptives on the first day of my period. what will happen to my period? will i still experience withdrawal bleeding?

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I only get my period when i do the progesterone withdrawal challenge. i have been on both oral contraceptives and progesterone. which would be better?

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Withdrawal and birth control pill together - effective?

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