Question 1

does severe cramping after plan b mean i was pregnant?

Accepted Answer

No: Cramping can be a side effect of plan b.

Question 2

i ejaculated in my 	girlfriend. she took plan b 12 hours later. it has been two weeks and she is having severe bleeding and horrible cramps. help?

Accepted Answer

That can happen: Her taking PlanB 12 hrs from when you had sex is within the appropriate time frame in which to take that med. Irregular bleeding &amp; cramps can occur after taking Plan B. Obviously, pregnancy (normal or ectopic) needs to be ruled-out, so a home pregnancy test is appropriate. While she may take Motrin, Advil or Aleve (naproxen) for cramps, severe pain with or without bleeding, needs to be evaluated by a GYN.

Question 3

took plan b pill, is it normal to have severe cramping and heavy, heavy bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Everyone's bleeding is different and if you are soaking 3-4 pads per hour, you should contact your doctor or go to the er.  To make sure you have nothing to worry about, see your doctor for ultrasound and/or pregnancy test in the next week.

Question 4

took plan b almost 2wks ago, 48hrs post-incident. experiencing some nausea & minor-severe cramping after spotting for almost a week. normal?

Accepted Answer

About Plan B...: Plan B can alter the menstrual bleeding for the cycle in which Plan B was taken, and sometimes the next cycle too. One should be sure to check a home pregnancy test about 3 weeks after sex, because Plan B works most of the time, but not all the time. If cramps in the pelvis are "severe", a woman should call her Ob-Gyn doctor to see if an appointment is needed.

Question 5

i had my period a week ago had unprotected sex took a plan b now i'm exprecing severe cramping and lots of blood what could be the reason why ?

Accepted Answer

Normal with Plan B: This is exactly what is expected with Plan B. The large doses of hormones contained in the pills cause sloughing of the uterine lining, much like a period, despite the stage you are in with  current menstrual cycle.SO you are having the normal response one would expect with the Plan B. If you are going to continue to have sex and aren't ready to be a parent yet, look into a different contraceptive

Question 6

plan b one step 36 hours after sex. severe cramping afterward.  1 week later, brown spotting, cramps, 99.3 fever, about 1 week from period. pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Pregnant?: No way to tell from what you describe. If you miss your period, get a home test kit from your friendly pharmacist and check a first morning voided urine specimen. Good luck.

Question 7

i am spotting. my last period was march 25-29. i used a plan b pill april 1st. i have severe stomach pains, feels like period cramps. i am a chubby girl. i was told i might have inconsistent periods because of my weight. period expected may 3rd. help?

Accepted Answer

: Plan B has large amounts of hormones and is very disruptive to your body. It can cause bleeding to be delayed, more heavy or longer lasting. It can also cause abdominal cramps, breast tenderness, nausea, fatigue and headaches. It should only be used in an emergency, not as a regular contraceptive. It may take 1-2 cycles to calibrate back to your normal hormone levels.

Question 8

cramping one week after plan b normal?

Accepted Answer

That can happen.: Potential side effects with emergency contraception can include: tender breasts; changes in menstrual flow (spotting, bleeding, early or late period); loose stools; dizziness; headache; nausea/ vomiting; abdominal discomfort / cramping or feeling tired. If you develop chest tightness, difficulty breathing, swelling of lips, mouth, throat – call 911.  Take a pregnancy test & notify your doctor if &gt;.

Question 9

does plan b one step cause early cramping?

Accepted Answer

It can.: Potential side effects with emergency contraception can include: tender breasts; changes in menstrual flow (spotting, bleeding, early or late period); loose stools; dizziness; headache; nausea/ vomiting; abdominal discomfort / cramping or feeling tired. If you develop chest tightness, difficulty breathing, swelling of lips, mouth, throat – call 911.  Take a pregnancy test & notify your doctor if &gt;.

Question 10

why am i cramping 6 days after taking a plan b?

Accepted Answer

: The high level of hormones in Plan B causes the uterine lining to slough off. This is accompanied by uterine cramping. It typically passes in 5-10 days.

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Does severe cramping after plan b mean i was pregnant?

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I ejaculated in my girlfriend. she took plan b 12 hours later. it has been two weeks and she is having severe bleeding and horrible cramps. help?

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Took plan b pill, is it normal to have severe cramping and heavy, heavy bleeding?

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Took plan b almost 2wks ago, 48hrs post-incident. experiencing some nausea & minor-severe cramping after spotting for almost a week. normal?

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I had my period a week ago had unprotected sex took a plan b now i'm exprecing severe cramping and lots of blood what could be the reason why ?

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Plan b one step 36 hours after sex. severe cramping afterward. 1 week later, brown spotting, cramps, 99.3 fever, about 1 week from period. pregnant?

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I am spotting. my last period was march 25-29. i used a plan b pill april 1st. i have severe stomach pains, feels like period cramps. i am a chubby girl. i was told i might have inconsistent periods because of my weight. period expected may 3rd. help?

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Cramping one week after plan b normal?

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Does plan b one step cause early cramping?

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