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Can After Inserting IUD And Delayed Periods Lead To Pregnancy?

Hi Doc, am so worid abt my missed p, i,wz inserted an IUCD in May and my cycle has bin inconsistent (btw 24-31days). my last p came on the 20th of november and i've stil non seen it till now. am so scared cos my baby is yet to be one year. wat do i do?
Wed, 25 Apr 2018
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Hello,

I can imagine how frustrating it is to not have a regular cycle.

Contraceptive devices such as IUCDs can cause changes in the regularity of the menstrual cycle including spotting or mid cycle bleeding, a heavy period and also sometimes no period.

Based on what you are describing, an in person visit to your local OBGYN would be a good next step to consider.

Usually, it is recommended to see a doctor when there has been no period for more than 45 to 60 days (90 days when on any form of birth control) or when having repeated spotting/menstrual irregularities for 2 to 3 consecutive cycles.

The recommended time to take a urine pregnancy test is usually 5 to 7 days after a missed/expected period. Early morning urine sample, as soon as waking up from bed is what's usually advised. At least 2 tests taken a week apart are generally needed to confirm the results.

In case of irregular cycles or when the dates are not know, a blood test for pregnancy hormone- beta HCG is recommended. The test can be done as early as 6 to 12 days after conception, with 11 days being the average and is considered confirmatory. On an average, most doctors recommend taking the blood pregnancy test at around 3 weeks after the date of the last unprotected intercourse.

Commonly, at the doctor's, in the presence of a negative urine or blood pregnancy test, an examination of the abdomen may be followed by tests such as blood tests for hemoglobin/blood counts, other hormonal levels, scan of abdomen/pelvis to see ovaries/uterus and endometrial thickness, the placement of the IUCD etcetera, if and as needed.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Deepthi Chandan
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Can After Inserting IUD And Delayed Periods Lead To Pregnancy?

Hello, I can imagine how frustrating it is to not have a regular cycle. Contraceptive devices such as IUCDs can cause changes in the regularity of the menstrual cycle including spotting or mid cycle bleeding, a heavy period and also sometimes no period. Based on what you are describing, an in person visit to your local OBGYN would be a good next step to consider. Usually, it is recommended to see a doctor when there has been no period for more than 45 to 60 days (90 days when on any form of birth control) or when having repeated spotting/menstrual irregularities for 2 to 3 consecutive cycles. The recommended time to take a urine pregnancy test is usually 5 to 7 days after a missed/expected period. Early morning urine sample, as soon as waking up from bed is what s usually advised. At least 2 tests taken a week apart are generally needed to confirm the results. In case of irregular cycles or when the dates are not know, a blood test for pregnancy hormone- beta HCG is recommended. The test can be done as early as 6 to 12 days after conception, with 11 days being the average and is considered confirmatory. On an average, most doctors recommend taking the blood pregnancy test at around 3 weeks after the date of the last unprotected intercourse. Commonly, at the doctor s, in the presence of a negative urine or blood pregnancy test, an examination of the abdomen may be followed by tests such as blood tests for hemoglobin/blood counts, other hormonal levels, scan of abdomen/pelvis to see ovaries/uterus and endometrial thickness, the placement of the IUCD etcetera, if and as needed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Deepthi Chandan