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Q: Failed contraceptive pill

asked by: svg on October 1st, 2008

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I'v been married less than a year's time and have mostly used condoms as a means for birth control. Last month during my time of ovulation my husband and I had un-protected sex. We were travelling at that time and didnt have access to a morning after pill until a day later. I took it precisely 36-40hrs after the intercourse.
However now I tested myself pregnant. I have taken urine tests (multiple) at home after a missed period & other symptoms and am scheduled to see a doctor in a day's time.
We are considering abortion- The main reason being our concern for medical defects in fetus. And 2nd reason being 'we are not yet mentally and financially ready for another life'. I have read quite a lot on the internet but haven't been assured in any way that it WILL be a normal pregnancy.
Any one failed on a morning after pill or heard/read about it before? Please share.

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motherofhighspiritedones

replied on October 30th, 2008

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The morning after pill is usually effective during the first 72 hours after a "oopsie". All it does is prevent the fertilized egg from attaching to the uterine wall. It is usually very effective, but like any other means of bc, it can fail. Also, because you use condoms, one could have broken a few days before you went unprotected, thus the morning after pill would not protect you in that case.

Birch

replied on October 30th, 2008

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Check with a physician for information regarding birth defects. And then check with another physician. See what testing is available.

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