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Q: I had unsafe sex but used Postpill after and my period is 3 days late and I've done pregnancy test twice and it's negative but l've been discharging like thick brownish frequently and my nipples are sore but the pain comes and go... what's the cause pls?

late period after taking Postpill ? It’s completely understandable. But rest assured, this is often just your body's reaction to the emergency contraceptive . A late period after taking Postpill is one of the most common side effects. Postpill works by altering your hormone levels to prevent pregnancy, and this shift can delay your menstrual cycle by a few days or even a week. The brownish discharge you’re noticing is likely old blood being expelled, which is also a known side effect. As for the sore nipples , hormonal fluctuations can cause breast sensitivity that comes and goes. If your pregnancy tests are negative, there’s usually no cause for alarm. Just give your body a little more time to reset. Your period should arrive soon. However, if your late period after Postpill extends beyond 10 days, or if other symptoms worsen, consult a gynecologist to be safe. To avoid this kind of stress in the future, consider switching to a long-term contraceptive method rather than relying on emergency pills like Postpill frequently.

Q: I usually bleed after taking Postinor but this time around I took Postpill and the effects are different. I haven't bleeded yet.

Bleeding after taking Postinor is a common side effect due to the hormone levels it contains. However, not bleeding after taking Postpill doesn’t mean it didn’t work, both pills contain different active ingredients and affect the body differently. Some women experience spotting or a period-like bleed after taking emergency contraceptives, while others don’t bleed at all. This difference is normal. These pills can also shift your menstrual cycle, making your period come earlier or later than usual. If you’re unsure or concerned, taking a pregnancy test after 2–3 weeks or consulting a healthcare provider is advised.

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I had unsafe sex but used Postpill after and my period is 3 days late and I’ve done pregnancy test twice and it’s negative but l’ve been discharging like thick brownish frequently and my nipples are sore but the pain comes and go… what’s the cause pls?

Category: Postpill/Postinor

late period after taking Postpill? It’s completely understandable. But rest assured, this is often just your body’s reaction to the emergency contraceptive.

A late period after taking Postpill is one of the most common side effects. Postpill works by altering your hormone levels to prevent pregnancy, and this shift can delay your menstrual cycle by a few days or even a week.

The brownish discharge you’re noticing is likely old blood being expelled, which is also a known side effect. As for the sore nipples, hormonal fluctuations can cause breast sensitivity that comes and goes.

If your pregnancy tests are negative, there’s usually no cause for alarm. Just give your body a little more time to reset. Your period should arrive soon. However, if your late period after Postpill extends beyond 10 days, or if other symptoms worsen, consult a gynecologist to be safe.

To avoid this kind of stress in the future, consider switching to a long-term contraceptive method rather than relying on emergency pills like Postpill frequently.

I usually bleed after taking Postinor but this time around I took Postpill and the effects are different. I haven’t bleeded yet.

Category: Postpill/Postinor

Bleeding after taking Postinor is a common side effect due to the hormone levels it contains. However, not bleeding after taking Postpill doesn’t mean it didn’t work, both pills contain different active ingredients and affect the body differently.

Some women experience spotting or a period-like bleed after taking emergency contraceptives, while others don’t bleed at all. This difference is normal. These pills can also shift your menstrual cycle, making your period come earlier or later than usual. If you’re unsure or concerned, taking a pregnancy test after 2–3 weeks or consulting a healthcare provider is advised.

I usually bleed after taking Postinor but this time around I took Postpill and the effects are different. I haven't bleeded yet. Elizabeth Adewale

How often do you think Postinor can be used? And do you think Postinor has any effects like destroying the womb?

Category: Postpill/Postinor

How often can you take Postinor? This is one of the most common questions women ask about emergency contraception. No, Postinor does NOT destroy the womb or cause infertility. However, frequent use of Postinor can disrupt your menstrual cycle due to the high hormone dose it contains.

Postinor (also known as the morning-after pill) is designed for emergency use only—not as a regular form of birth control. It’s best used no more than once in a few months, especially not every time you have unprotected sex.

If you’re sexually active and not ready for pregnancy, consider safer and more sustainable contraceptive methods like:

Birth control pills

Implants

IUDs

Condoms

These options are more reliable and won’t mess with your cycle the way frequent emergency contraception can.

How often do you think Postinor can be used? And do you think Postinor has any effects like destroying the womb? Elizabeth Adewale

Postinor is safe when used correctly and occasionally, but for your body’s sake, don’t rely on it regularly.