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I had brown discharge starting about a week before i was suppose to have my period, (the last two days having a very small amount of blood along with the brown) it has stopped for a few days now, and soon as it did i began cramping off and on. My period is about ten days late. I almost always have protected sex, but about three weeks ago, or a little less, my boyfriend did the pull out method; i’ve taken two pregnancy test the day of, and three days after my missed period. I’ve read brown discharge could either be old blood from a tear, early signs of pregnancy, or something along the lines of my menstrual blood staying in there too long and therefore turning brown. So, my question would be how do i know for sure exactly what it is going on with me?

Wait two more weeks and then repeat the pregnancy test. Menstrual irregularities (including missed periods) can occur for a number of different reasons. Pregnancy is just one possibility.  Irregular periods can be caused by hormonal imbalances, perimenopause, illness or infection, use of certain medications, and other more serious conditions.  Women who are dieting or exercising excessively may also skip periods. In addition, increased stress levels and changes in routine may affect the regularity of menstrual cycles.  If you skip more than one period and you are not using a progestin-only method of birth control, she should probably be evaluated by a medical professional to determine the cause.

In the meantime, if you do not wish to be pregnant, please don’t continue to have unprotected sex. Either abstain from sex or use birth control. If you are interested in starting a method of birth control and you live near one of our offices, please call us for an appointment.  We can talk with you about all of your contraceptive options and help you choose one that best fits your lifestyle. If you live further…

If I had Unprotected sex 18 days ago, April 2nd..& I have taken 6 pregnancy test during this week all negative but one and if sperm last up to 5 days then as soon as we had sex..i began ovulation the next 5days later….could i be pregnant

Since you had unprotected sex and since one of your pregnancy tests was positive, you very well could be pregnant. Call the medical provider of your choice for a pregnancy test. Be ready to tell them the first day of your last menstrual period so they can schedule your test at the appropriate time. Most urine pregnancy tests are not reliable until you are at least one week late for your period. If you haven’t missed a period yet, you may want to wait to see if it comes before making an appointment.

If you do not wish to be pregnant, please don’t continue to have unprotected sex. Either abstain from sex or use birth control. If you are interested in starting a method of birth control and you live near one of our offices, please call us for an appointment.  We can talk with you about all of your contraceptive options and help you choose one that best fits your lifestyle. If you live further away, contact the Family Planning or Planned Parenthood office closest to you.

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i’v been having unprotected sex and i don’t start my period for another 2 more week’s but for some reason i’m spotting , what does this mean?

It could be ovulation spotting (some women experience a bit of light spotting when they ovulate), or you may be pregnant and it could be implantation spotting. If you are a week or more late for your next period, take a pregnancy test. Use first morning urine for the best results. If it is negative, repeat the test every two weeks until you have a normal period or a positive test result.

If you do not wish to be pregnant, please don’t continue to have unprotected sex. Either abstain from sex or use a condom from start to finish for each act of sexual intercourse. If you are interested in starting a hormonal method of birth control and you live near one of our offices, please call us for an appointment to discuss your contraceptive options. If you live further away, contact the Family Planning or Planned Parenthood office closest to you.

If you are planning a pregnancy, the following tips can help to ensure a healthy pregnancy outcome:

Schedule a pre-pregnancy appointment with your doctor.  Let your doctor know you are planning…

Me and this guy had sex a week ago, he used a condom the first time but the second time did not and said he didnt cum. 2 days later I went and took the plan b pill. what are the chances that I will get pregnant?

 Unfortunately, I can’t give you a percentage. The chances of your being pregnant are dependent on a number of different things. Some of these include the number of times one has intercourse (of course, the more times you have unprotected intercourse, the greater the chance of pregnancy) and the timing of the intercourse in relationship to your menstrual cycle. You are less likely to become pregnant if the intercourse occurred just before, during, or just after your menstrual period, and more likely to become pregnant if it occurred mid-cycle. Since you used Plan B within 72 hours of the unprotected sex, you reduced your risk of pregnancy. According to the manufacturer, the treatment prevents seven of eight pregnancies that otherwise would have occurred. If your partner urinated between the two acts of sexual intercourse (thereby washing away any sperm from the previous ejaculation left in the urethra) and truly did not ejaculate during the second act, your risk of pregnancy would be extremely low.

One of the most common side effects of Plan B use is menstrual irregularity.  Therefore, your next period could be earlier than usual, later than usual,…

I just started taking birth control and I am confused out of my mind on what could be going on with me so here is my story. I started taking Loestrin 24Fe the Sunday after I started my period. I started my period on a Thursday and started to take the pill that Sunday. I was told to wait 7days to have unprotected sex however I had sex without a condom or spermicide on the 6th and 7th day of taking the pill. I took the pill everyday at 10pm for about a week then for about 3 days I had to take it at 8pm. Right after that I went back to 10pm, after that happened I started to spot dark brown for about 3 weeks on and off. Then I had unprotected sex again the day second day I started placebo pills. I did not get my period but I continued with my second pack anyway 2 days into the new pack I spotted bright pink/orange and had minor cramps and have not spotted since. I still haven’t started my period and I’m going into my second week of my new pack. My question is, is what I am going through normal for the birth control or could I be pregnant?

Pregnancy is possible since you had unprotected sex during your first week of pills. However, since you started your pills with your period, it is unlikely that you would have ovulated that early in your cycle.

Menstrual irregularities are very common during the first three months of pill use. These irregularities include missed periods, breakthrough bleeding (bleeding in between periods), and spotting. It is normal to experience some mild cramping when you are bleeding or spotting. You can also expect your periods to be much lighter and of shorter duration than they normally are. If your periods do not become more regular by your fourth pack of pills, contact the provider who prescribed your pill. 

Continue to take your pills as directed. Just to be on the safe side, take a pregnancy test. Use first morning urine for the best results. If it is negative, you have nothing to worry about. Do not stop taking your pills unless you test positive for pregnancy.

i was treated for chlamydia & 48hrs later i had protected sex but the condom broke my partner was treated also but had no symptoms or signs of it can i be reinfected even thought i had to wait 72hrs after the cure?

Yes, reinfection is possible. If your partner was not infected, you may have infected him/her. Contact the medical provider who treated your chlamydia for further instruction. They may want to retreat both you and your partner.

i had the removal ove my implant removed on monday past, on tuesday me and my boyfriend had unprotected sex and again on thursday, on friday i noticed a spot of blood and nomral stomach pains but there wanst much blood, its saturday now and there is’nt much blood eithur not like there use to be, is this my body coming around again from having it removed or am i pregnant?

Pregnancy is possible, but it could just be your body adjusting to the new level of hormones since you just had the implant removed.

If you are one week or more late for your next period, take a pregnancy test. Use first morning urine for the best results. If it is negative, repeat the test every two weeks until you have a normal period or a positive test result.

In the meantime, if you do not wish to be pregnant, do not contine to have unprotected sex. Either abstain from sex or use condoms from start to finish for each act of sexual intercourse.

You may want to start another method of birth control for better protection. If you live near one of our offices, please call us for an appointment. We can talk with you about all of your contraceptive options and help you choose one that best suits your lifestyle. If you live further away, contact the Family Planning or Planned Parenthood office closest to you.

If you are planning a pregnancy, it would be best to switch to condoms until…

i just started using the nuvaring birthcontrol and my boyfriend accidently ejaculated in me because the condom broke and this happened on the same day i first started using it , is there a chance i can get pregnant? or should i take a plan b pill?

Yes, pregnancy is possible and using Plan B is recommended.

Plan B One-step is a pill you can take after unprotected sex to reduce the risk of pregnancy. It works best if it is used within the first 24 hours after sex but can be used up to 120 hours (or five days) after unprotected sex with decreased effects after the first three days.  The sooner you use Plan B, the more effective it is.

Plan B works by delaying ovulation (the monthly release of an egg), and possibly by interfering with fertilization (the union of sperm and egg) and implantation (when the fertilized egg implants itself into the uterine lining). If you are already pregnant, it will not terminate the pregnancy. According to the manufacturer, the treatment prevents seven of eight pregnancies that otherwise would have occurred.

If you are 17 or older, you can purchase Plan B at most drug stores without a prescription. You will need to ask the pharmacist for Plan B as it is located behind the counter. You may also need to show ID to prove your age. Plan B is around $50. If…

Do you need a parent to get an abortion if you are under eighteen? I’m pregnant, and I don’t want a fetus growing inside of me and stealing my precious nutrients. I’m thirteen, and I need an abortion, can I buy it myself, or do I need my parent to do it. Again, I do not want a nasty parasitic fetus stealing the nutrients from my body, help me. Please.

Each state has different laws. In Pennsylvania (as in many other states), anyone under the age of 18 must have the permission of one parent to get an abortion. If you feel you can’t ask either of your parents or if neither of your parents will give you their permission, you have the option of going before a judge to obtain an abortion. This is called a judicial bypass.

Regardless of the laws, it would be helpful if you had someone older to talk to. If you could approach one of your parents about your pregnancy, that would be ideal. If not, try to find an adult that you trust – an older sibling, an aunt, a teacher, anyone who might be able to give you some help and support during this difficult time. If you truly feel that you have no one that you can confide in, contact the closest Family Planning or Planned Parenthood office. Make an appointment for a pregnancy test and options counseling. They should be able to help you sort through the laws in your state and…

I had sexual intercourse on the night of February 24, and afterwards my labia had swollen up and were inflamed and burned, ever since that night, everytime that I have sex it hurts afterwards, why? Should I be concerned?

If you only feel the burning sensation and experience the swelling right after sex, your symptoms may be a result of physically rough sex. If so, you will need to talk with your partner about being a bit gentler during intercourse. If you are using condoms, you might be allergic to the particular brand your partner is using. Try changing brands. Perhaps you are not lubricated sufficiently. You might try using some water-based lubricant like KY jelly or astroglide prior to sex and as needed during sex.

However, if you have these symptoms between acts of sexual intercourse, you might have some type of infection. Since you have been experiencing this swelling and burning sensation for two months now, you should be evaluated by a medical professional just to be sure it’s not something more serious. If you have a regular doctor that you go to for your reproductive health, please call him or her and make an appointment. If you don’t and you live near one of our offices, please call us to make an appointment for an infection…