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Can pregnancy occur after having unprotected sex?

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Dr. Sameer Kumar

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Published At September 3, 2018
Reviewed AtApril 24, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My periods suddenly stopped after a few hours. Then, it started again the next day and stopped again. I had unprotected sex six days before my periods started. Could I be pregnant? Please reply as soon as possible.

Answered by Dr. Sameer Kumar

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

If your menses have started after your sexual episode, then it is unlikely that you would be pregnant at all. There is endometrial shedding occurring and hence, you would not be pregnant. However, you may get a serum beta hCG test done to confirm. If the hCG levels are less than 5 ng/dl, then you are not pregnant at all.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sameer Kumar
Dr. Sameer Kumar

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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