A member asked:

Had unprotected sex on the 1st day of period (thu), but period only lasted 2 days (thu, fri). should i take an emergency contraceptive just in case?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

You will feel better: Obviously, you will feel better for having taken plan B. However, it is unlikely that you will get pregnant during Day 1 of your period.

Dr Whiting agreed

Answered 4/13/2015

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A member asked:

Had unprotected sex on the 1st day of period (thu), but period only lasted 2 days (thu, fri). should i take an emergency contraceptive just in case?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Dr Whiting agreed

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