a) The withdrawl method is not effective birth control. If you use a condom/other barrier method PLUS withdrawl, it kicks up the effectiveness of the barrier method to almost 100%. Plus, withdrawl doens't protect against STIs.
Okay, end mini-lecture. Seriously, though. Please be careful! Remember that missing your period is one of the strongest symptoms of pregnancy there is!
b) How long have you been mensturating? If it's not that long, you could just be having an irregular month. White liquid can indicate a couple of things, namely a certain point in your cycle. (Different viscosities depending on where you are in relation to ovulation... range from slippery to gummy.) Stress can cause you to be early or late, etc.
c) Irregular discharge can also be a sign of an STI. Which is bad. I think most of the ones that cause discharge are bacterial, which is good news (more easily treatable). If your boyfriend has anything going on, or either of you have noticed itching/burning/whatever since your last test, you should go get checked. (And if you haven't been tested, now's a good time to start!)
So, basically, sit tight. Wait a week. If you haven't had your period, it's time to take a pregnancy test. You can buy it at the store, or go to your doctor's office. Clinics often offer them free. If you're a student, you can probably go to the health center. Then, whether or not you're pregnant, it's time to go to the doctor to figure out what's going on. Missing your period can be a sign of something serious.
Good luck, and take good care of yourself! Sorry if I got preachy, but you're the only one who you can count on to take great care of yourself. As I'm sure you know, there's nothing scarier than being worried about your health and body after sex! (Pay full price for one STD screening and you'll never go without a condom again.)
2007-11-08 12:01:56
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answered by Julia S 7
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The most logical, healthy, and necessary thing you can do, is see a medical doctor, preferably a gynecologist! As soon as possible--like yesterday--if not sooner. Go! Right now! And tell your boyfriend to go see a medical doctor too because he may have an infection. BETTER SAFE THAN SORRY. And give up the pulling out method; it doesn't work. All you need is a tinsy trickle of semen to get those teensy spermies looking for an ovum to call its own. Think! What? You don't like be yelled at. I suppose no one does, but sometimes the best advice is the kind you really are asking for right now. GET HELP. Why are you still reading this?
2007-11-08 11:59:04
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answered by Captain Ireland 2
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Well, pregnancy tests are pretty cheap now, so I'd advise getting one of those just so you can have an answer either way.
As for the white liquid - that could be a lot of things. It could be a mild yeast infection, a STD, or just normal discharge.
I strongly recommend you go see a gynecologist. You should talk to her about your choice of birth control methods and can get more personal advice on the pregnancy and discharge issues. If you've never been to the gynecologist - don't worry, it doesn't hurt or anything. You really should be seeing one if you're sexually active, regardless of whether this pregnancy scare blows over or not.
2007-11-08 11:55:26
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answered by hiddenciti 2
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The white discharge is a normal occurrence. You are not considered late for your cycle yet. If you are worried, it can change the timing of your cycle too. So try to stop worrying about it. A home pregnancy test may not give a true reading right now either. It depends on the test you choose to use. However, the method of contraception you are using is not adequate. PLEASE start using something else. Unplanned pregnancies are not fun or easy. I have had two and I speak from experience.
2007-11-08 12:03:08
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answered by tmahurin22 3
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When the endometrium is sloughed off, there may not be a lot of blood with it.
Menses usually only is 5-10 cc of blood and the rest is fluid/dead cells.
However, this is unusual, so you should be checked for an STD or pregnancy. Initially, you should check with an over-the-counter urine screening test for pregnancy and in a few days if the discharge doesn't stop you need to see a doctor, so make your appointment now for early next week.
Pregnant women and women who are lactating sometimes describe a small amount of clear discharge.
If it stops and you aren't pregnant, you can then cancel your appt.
2007-11-08 12:00:32
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answered by S B 2
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"withdrawal method as contraceptive"??? how old are you? that is NOT safe!!! You most likely wouldnt feel any symptoms this early.... but you really need to get a test, especially if your late. There is a thing called pre-***, which happens before a guy ejaculates. You should wear protection!!! take a test, you could very well be pregnant with your lack of common sense.
2007-11-08 11:55:14
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answered by LC 2
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Well, there are two things that the liquid could've been. It may have been vaginal discharge, which is normal for a healthy vagina and is nothing to worry about. Or, it could be ejaculate. It really depends on the consistency and the smell... but I doubt you remember it or want to test it out.
You don't sound as though you're pregnant, but I'd still advise you to take a home pregnancy test if you're worried. And, as I'm sure you have been told and will be told a thousand times: the withdrawal method is VERY unreliable and should never be practiced. Please, use condoms. If you're not mature enough to use condoms and use them properly, you're not mature enough to have sex.
2007-11-08 11:54:51
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answered by Rat 7
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A certain amount of vaginal discharge (fluid that flows out the vaginal opening) is normal. The vaginal walls and uterine cervix contain glands that produce a small amount of fluid that helps to keep the vagina clean. This normal fluid is usually clear or milky white and does not have an unpleasant odor. The normal vaginal discharge is thicker at specific times of the menstrual cycle (at the time of ovulation), during breastfeeding, or during sexual arousal.
An increase in the amount of vaginal discharge, an abnormal odor or consistency of the fluid, or pain, itching, or burning that accompanies vaginal discharge can all be signs of infection or other more serious disorders
2007-11-08 11:54:52
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answered by He says She says 2
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By white liquid do you mean like a thin white discharge? I usually get that before my period, bu tI also had it when I was first pregnant as well. I would take a pregnancy test it should be accurate by now.
2007-11-08 11:53:21
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answered by Stuck in the middle of nowhere 7
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Many times this white liquid is normal. I have it a lot more right before my period starts. This is a normal discharge, you'll see it more when you wear dark underwear. I doubt that you are pregnant, but if you think you are then take a home test to be sure.
2007-11-08 11:54:50
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answered by Amanda Y 3
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