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What Causes Abdominal Gas After Taking Plan B?
due to a lapse in my prescription, I was off my birth control for three weeks. I had begun taking my pills and three or four days in, had unprotected sex. He was only in for about 30 seconds and then we decided it wasn t a good idea, so he stopped and I stimulated him otherwise to ejaculate. It took him about 5-10 minutes after he was in me to ejaculate. I immediately went out and took plan b one step. Now I m incredibly gassy and bloated. It s been one week since I took it. Should I be worried?
Wed, 31 May 2023
Hi,
Abdominal gas and bloating are not common side effects of taking Plan B (levonorgestrel) emergency contraception. However, they can occur as a result of hormonal changes or due to other factors unrelated to Plan B. It is possible that the bloating and gas could be caused by something else, such as changes in your diet or gastrointestinal issues. You may want to try making some dietary changes, such as avoiding gas-producing foods like beans and broccoli, and see if that helps alleviate your symptoms.
If the symptoms persist or worsen, it is recommended that you consult with your healthcare provider to rule out any other potential causes. Additionally, if you experience severe abdominal pain, fever, or other unusual symptoms, seek medical attention right away, as these could indicate a more serious condition.
If you require a personalized response, kindly use the Ask A Doctor service and post a follow-up. Take care. Hope I have answered your question.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Abdominal gas and bloating are not common side effects of taking Plan B (levonorgestrel) emergency contraception. However, they can occur as a result of hormonal changes or due to other factors unrelated to Plan B. It is possible that the bloating and gas could be caused by something else, such as changes in your diet or gastrointestinal issues. You may want to try making some dietary changes, such as avoiding gas-producing foods like beans and broccoli, and see if that helps alleviate your symptoms.
If the symptoms persist or worsen, it is recommended that you consult with your healthcare provider to rule out any other potential causes. Additionally, if you experience severe abdominal pain, fever, or other unusual symptoms, seek medical attention right away, as these could indicate a more serious condition.
If you require a personalized response, kindly use the Ask A Doctor service and post a follow-up. Take care. Hope I have answered your question.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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