You have missed your period? Wondering if you’re pregnant or want to know when you ovulate? Here’s a list of our frequently asked questions – read it and learn more about your menstrual cycle, ovulation, pregnancy, abortion etc.
6) Abortion
I had an abortion 5 weeks ago and still haven’t gotten my normal period. Is this normal? When should I expect my period to come?
When the period will return after an abortion varies from woman to woman depending on how far along the pregnancy had proceeded before it was aborted. Normally, the period returns four to 12 weeks after an abortion and even if there are no periods after this time, it could be because of stress, health issues like PCOS, or your body might be taking some more time to heal.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });I had a medical abortion and got my periods after 4 weeks. It has not stopped even after 6 days. Is it normal or do I need to consult the doctor?
It’s normal to have a longer first period after your abortion. They may be lighter or heavier than your usual period. If they are heavy and you need to change pads more than four times a day, you should consult the doctor.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });I had an abortion last week and I still feel pregnant. I feel all the signs. Does that mean the abortion was not successful?
After an abortion, it is normal to still feel pregnant for the next 3-4 weeks, as the body is trying to adjust to the new situation, which takes some time. To make sure, you can take a urine pregnancy test after 6 weeks of the abortion.
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When can I get pregnant after a miscarriage or abortion?
It is very important that you give yourself time to heal both emotionally and physically before you try to conceive again. Physical recovery after a miscarriage is quick and takes only a few days. After about a month, your body will be working normally and your menstrual cycles will begin once again. It is possible to become pregnant during your first menstrual cycle after your miscarriage or abortion.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });I recently had an abortion but I did a pregnancy test that is still showing that I’m pregnant. What is happening to me?
I had an abortion and I’m having cramps, feeling nauseous and my period has not returned. Should I be concerned?
The effects of an abortion include bleeding, cramps or a vaginal discharge. If these symptoms are excessive and you have a high fever then you must see a doctor. Don’t worry about your delayed period – in most instances, a menstrual cycle is expected within 4 to 8 weeks after an abortion.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });3) Gettting Pregnant
I had unprotected sex and got my period shortly after. Is there still any chance that I’m pregnant?
If you got your regular period in accordance to your period calculator this would indicate that you’re not pregnant. If you noticed bleeding some time after unprotected sex and not on the days when your regular period should appear then this could be implantation bleeding. In that case it could be that you’re pregnant and we’d recommend that you take a pregnancy test.
You can read this post to learn more about how to recognize the difference between a period and implantation bleeding.
What are the other signs to know I am pregnant, other than taking pregnancy test?
Every woman might have different pregnancy signs. The most common ones are sore breasts, increased need to go to the washroom, mood swings, tiredness etc. However, all these may also be caused by other reasons, too. The only accurate way to know whether you are pregnant is to take a pregnancy test. Be sure to take it after 10 days of missing your expected period date for more accuracy.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });What is the best time to have sex if I’m trying to get pregnant?
The most fertile days in the cycle will be at least 3 days before, during and some days after ovulation. This will be the best time for you to try and conceive. Sperm will survive for 3 to 5 days while the egg will last for 12 to 24 hours. You are fertile for about 5 to 7 days. In case you are not sure about your ovulation, you can also use an ovulation kit to make sure.
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Yes. The risk of getting pregnant is high because your partner’s sperm can live inside your body for at least 72 hours. You can become pregnant just before ovulation as long as one sperm is alive; in essence the sperm could be there waiting for an egg to be released during the ovulation process.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });Can I get pregnant if my partner withdraws before he ejaculates?
Yes, it is still possible for pregnancy to occur because pre-ejaculate (pre-cum or sperm) can be released from your partner before your partner withdraws. This semen can be potent enough to result in a pregnancy.
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The biggest sign of pregnancy after unprotected sex is a missed period. However, this missed or late period is not a sure sign as there are many other things like stress, sickness and fatigue that can delay a period besides pregnancy. The best way for you to know if you are pregnant is to do a pregnancy test. These are easy to get nowadays because they are available at drugstores or health centers. It is important to note that the home pregnancy tests are ninety-nine percent accurate if taken after you miss a period.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });2) Delayed Period
I am late. Am I pregnant?
A late period can be caused by many reasons and pregnancy is only one of them. If you think pregnancy can be the reason in your case, wait until 10 days after the date of your expected period date to take a pregnancy test. This waiting is to ensure the accuracy of the pregnancy test kit.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });My period is very late. If I’m not pregnant so what could it be?
If you missed a period and you are not pregnant, you might want to know why this happened. Some of the causes of a missed menstrual cycle include: stress, change in your regular schedule, travel, illness and the use of certain medications. It would be best to consult your doctor for help in identifying which factor is causing the delay.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });1) Menstrual Cycle
How do I calculate the length of my menstrual cycle?
The menstrual cycle starts on day one of the bleeding to day one of the next. On average, the cycle lasts for 28 days, but it’s normal to have it longer or shorter. So if one period started on July 10 and the next one started on August 5, then you would have a 26 days cycle. If your periods are regular, then the two subsequent ones would come on August 31 and September 26. Read this article for more information.
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It is important for you to keep a record of your menstrual cycle on a calendar or on a smart phone; there are many ovulation apps available. Track your start date every month for several months – this will help you to determine the constancy of your periods. It is also important to note: the end date, how light or heavy it is and if you have abnormal bleeding or pain.
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Typically, the menstrual cycle will last for 28 days, which is calculated from day one of a menstrual period to day one of the next cycle. Ovulation typically occurs 14 days before the start of your menstrual period. If your cycle lasts for 28 days, you can ovulate on the 14th day like the average female. However, you will start ovulating around the 11th day if you have periods 25 days apart. Alternatively, you will not ovulate until the 20th day if your cycles are longer, like for 34 days. If periods are irregular it would be more challenging to determine the fertile days.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });4) Ovulation
Can I ovulate right after my period?
What is the difference between ovulation bleeding versus implantation bleeding?
With a regular 28 to 30 days cycle, ovulation typically occurs on the 13th -16th day. Implantation usually happens within the next 10 days after ovulation. Read this article for more information.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });How can I differentiate ovulation bleeding from a period?
The quantity of blood discharged through the vagina is what mainly differentiates the two. With a menstrual period, there is a heavy flow of blood that can last for an average of three to five days. Ovulation, on the other hand usually brings spotting or a little bit of blood. This blood is either dark brownish red color or pink and there is very little of it. It may be mixed with cervical mucus and may be accompanied by mild pain in the stomach or some cramping that resembles menstrual cramping.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });What are the signs of ovulation?
The ovulation signs include changes in body temperature, cervical mucus and hormone levels. Pain in the ovaries may also be experienced. Read this post to learn about some other common ovulation symptoms.
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Generally speaking, you can’t get pregnant during your period. But there are very little odds of getting pregnant if the menstrual phase of your cycle is short and sperm still hangs around to fertilize an egg that will be released in the next cycle. Other than that, the egg is expelled with the endometrial shedding when you’re menstruating. But yes, you can ovulate during your period, if your period is shorter, explained in the question above.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });What are some common ovulation facts?
Ovulation facts in a nutshell:
- Typically, only one egg is released during ovulation.
- An egg can live up to 24 hours after ovulation.
- Sperm can live up to 72 hours.
- Stress, sickness, or other outside influences can affect ovulation.
- It usually takes from a week to 12 days for a fertilized egg to become implanted.
- It is possible to experience ovulation even without experiencing a period.
- While it is common not to be aware that you are ovulating, some women experience heaviness or some pain during ovulation.
- The chance of pregnancy increases if intercourse occurs sometime between three days before to three days after ovulation.
During my ovulation time, how many days am I really fertile?
During your window of ovulation, your most fertile time is considered to be about 5-7 days long. An egg is only available to be fertilized for about 12 – 24 hours. Since sperm can live in the body for 3 – 5 days after sex, and the egg is available for one day, you must identify those 5 to 7 days and have sex just before, during and even a few days after these days if you want to get pregnant.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });5) Pregnancy Tests
When is the best time to take a pregnancy test?
You can get the most accurate result if you wait at least one week after missing your period. In addition, the result might be even more accurate if the test is done first in the morning as the urine is far more concentrated at this time. The urine-based home pregnancy tests offer great accuracy. This accuracy will depend on several factors such as how early the test is taken, if the instructions were followed closely, when ovulation occurred in the cycle as well as how early implantation takes place, and the sensitivity of the test.
It is always best to take a pregnancy test after a late period to avoid false positive or false negative results. If you have irregular cycles or you are not charting your cycles, it might best to take the test after passing the longest menstrual cycle. For example, it would be best to take the test 37 days or later if your cycles are in the range of 30 to 36 days.
You can buy home pregnancy tests in every pharmacy or online (Amazon link).
If my pregnancy test shows a negative result, does this mean I’m not pregnant?
A negative result can mean that you are not pregnant or that you took the test too early. Pregnancy tests vary in their sensitivity (how soon they can detect the hormone hCG), and you may not have given your body enough time to produce enough of the hCG hormone to show up on the test.
ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(119); });When taking a test it is best to follow the instructions of the manufacturer and wait until you have missed a period before taking the test. Some women show up accurately on a test the day they miss a period, while others may not show up positive until 3-4 weeks after a missed period. If the result is negative, wait a week and test again if a normal period has not started.
I had an abortion and have been bleeding for 2 months now what could be the cause?
Hi thee Eby, bleeding should have stopped already and your period should have returned within 3-6 weeks. Please see your doctor to find out what might be happening.
I took misoprostor on 19 May. But I am supposed to see my period on 13 May. No bleeding up till now.
Hello there Uzor, if you started abortion on May 19 you will not have a period until 3-6 weeks after. All the best.
Before my period I always had traces of blood for 3 to 4 days before my normal period comes. When it comes it is heavy, thick and dark please what could be the cause?
Hi there Victoria, some women get this before the period starts fully or heavily, this is nothing to worry about unless it is something out of the norm for you.
Ok so I haven’t been feeling myself lately, feeling sick, tired, hungry all the time. My period was due today and I was having cramps all day but no period I don’t know whats going on someone please help.
Hello Layla, if your period does not come within 5 days then take a pregnancy test. All the best.
Hello I had unprotected sex after my period ended on 29 of march. My period was on 25 till 27 march. On the 8th of April they came back till the 11th of April. Which means I ovulated early. I did a pregnancy test it came negative.
Again I had unprotected sex on the second of may I haven’t seen my period since I saw them last month which was April. Now its 36 days I haven’t seen my period. Since last week my breast are tenderness and sore at night and sometimes during the day even I feel the tenderness. I am seeing goose bumps on my right breast. I did a pregnancy test today it came out Negative . For the past years I was using Nur Isterate injection I left it in 2016 January my period came back this year January 2017 .when they started they were not irregular at all . Can I be pregnant or the birth control affected my fertility ?????
Hello Ani, the only possible way to know if you might be pregnant is by taking a pregnancy test, you have taken one already, retest after a week. All the best.
Hello I got my period on 8 april it ended on 11 april and I had sex with my boy on 26 and 30 april without using condom but I didn’t see my period on may but I took a pregnancy test and it shows that I am pregnant I got an abortion pill and antibiotics flagile and cipro on 10 may I want to know when this bleeding ends?
Hi there Sasha, bleeding may last anywhere between one to three weeks.
I had an abortion on the 28th of April and completed on 3rd April…. on the 15th of May, I had an unprotected sex around 1:30pm, took postinor 2 immediately afterwards… please is there a chance of me getting pregnant again?
Hello there Vandy, once the postinor was took within the safe time (72 hours) then all should be well. All the best.
I had an abortion 3years ago with a lot of complications and to date still no period and I have taken a lot of treatments and still no periods.
Hello there Elizabeth, this is rather strange, please see a specialist (gynecologist) to see what the real problem is, as obviously there is one. All the best.
On 22/4/2017 I saw my period and it lasted for three days. My fertile time was from 1-6 but I had unprotected sex with my husband 1,2,3,4,5 please is there possibility for me to get pregnant?
Hello there Jaa, yes based on these dates and when you had unprotected sex then it is highly likely. All the best.
I had an abortion in about four weeks now but it still shows positive in my urine test but am not feeling any sign of pregnancy too and my period hasn’t come.
Hi there Helen, if the pregnancy test says you are pregnant then more than likely the abortion was not successful, a positive pregnancy test indicates that HCG levels in your body was high enough to be detected. Please see your doctor. All the best.
Hi I saw my period on 4th of may, last 2 days, my cycle length is 34, when can I see my ovulation.
Hi there Joan, kindly see link below to help you with this. All the best.
https://womanjunction.com/
Hello after taking misoprostol no bleeding has happened. What is the meaning of this why no bleeding is happened ?
Hello Salpni, you did not say how long ago this was taken, however this should start to work based on the time in which it is taken. All the best.
I got my period on 24th April. It ended on the 28th and I had sex with my boyfriend on the 1st of May. For the first few seconds, he penetrated without a condom but quickly pulled out and wore one and he never came. My ovulation period was supposedly 3-7 May if I calculated properly as my average cycle is 27 days. Could I get pregnant?
Hello Gill, unless his sperm was at some point released in you then there is no chance of pregnancy.
Hello, I had an unprotected sex with my boyfriend today, and it was my first time, and first time he did not finish into me, but then we had sex again (again not into me) but I am worried that I might get pregnant… It is my 18th day (of 30 days cycle). Should I be worried or wait till the date my period is supposed to start and then start taking steps if it is very late? Thank you very much
Hello Carol, once no sperm was released in you you should be fine, however if you are late you can go ahead and take a pregnancy test. All the best.
Can my period days vary?
because it’s always 31 days since February 2017
Hello Adlyne, yes this can happen due to hormonal changes, stress, changes in diet, etc.
Hi,I took vermox antibiotics two days before my period. My period was supposed to be on 7 May 2017 but missed it. Could the vermox drug be the reason behind the missed period?
Hello Adlyne, yes, over the years anti-biotics have been known to alter a female’s cycle, however your period should return in a couple of days.