I had anal sex for the first time with my partner, and since we were inexperienced, the condom tore. We were worried about the possibility of sperm reaching the vaginal area. This happened two days after my period ended (on Monday), and I took Unwanted 72 within two hours. Now, after seven days (on Sunday), I experienced some light bleeding. I am considering visiting a doctor for a checkup. Will the doctor be able to find out if I took the pill through any test for irregular bleeding? Can I be assured that there is no chance of pregnancy?

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Dr Yusuf Mohammad

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Bleeding 7 days after taking Unwanted 72 is common and indicates the pill has worked, making pregnancy highly unlikely in your case. Doctors usually do not test to check if you took the pill, and there is no specific test that shows if you took an emergency contraceptive. The bleeding is due to hormonal changes from the pill and will settle soon. If your next period is delayed by more than a week, you can book a Urine Pregnancy Test or Serum Beta hCG test for reassurance.

Dr. Yusuf Suggests...

Take a UPT Test (Urine Pregnancy) Test or Take a Beta HCG Test Test

Book UPT Test (Urine Pregnancy) Test Book Beta HCG Test Test

Answered 08/09/2025

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