I had unprotected sex at the end of May and took an i-pill within a day. I had some bleeding after that on the 6th of June, but my period was supposed to come around the 11th and it hasnt yet. My breasts feel tender now. When should I expect my period to come? I'm worried about whats happening.

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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After taking the emergency contraceptive pill (i-pill) and experiencing withdrawal bleeding, it's common for menstrual cycles to be disrupted; considering your periods were due on June 11th, you can expect them to arrive anytime between now and 4-6 weeks from the date of withdrawal bleeding, so wait and watch for another 2-4 weeks, and if still no periods, take a pregnancy tes

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