The condom broke or slipped
⏱ 120 hours
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Don't panic — pregnancy and STI risks are both manageable if you act within the window.
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Emergency contraception works up to 120 hours; sooner is better.
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Book an STI test for 2 weeks out — earlier tests can miss recent exposure.
See the full step-by-step →
Possible HIV exposure
⏱ 72 hours
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PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) can prevent HIV if started within 72 hours — every hour counts.
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Go to an ER, urgent care, or sexual health clinic and say “I need PEP.”
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It's a 28-day course. Insurance and assistance programs usually cover it.
PEP explained — where to get it →
I need emergency contraception
⏱ 72–120 hrs
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Levonorgestrel (Plan B & generics): works best within 72 hours, no prescription.
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Ulipristal (ella): up to 120 hours, prescription needed, works better at higher body weights.
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Copper IUD: the most effective option up to 120 hours — call a clinic today.
Compare all options →
I think I might be pregnant
No rush — days
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Home tests are accurate from the first day of a missed period.
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Testing too early gives false negatives — wait, then retest in 2–3 days if unsure.
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Whatever the result: you have options, and we explain all of them without judgment.
Am I pregnant? Signs & next steps →
Pain or unexpected bleeding
Assess first
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Severe pain, heavy bleeding, fever, or dizziness → seek care today.
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Light spotting or soreness after sex is common and usually resolves in a day or two.
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Recurring pain isn't “normal” — it's treatable. See our guide before your appointment.
When to worry, when not to →
I didn't consent to what happened
You're not alone
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What happened is not your fault. You decide every next step — including doing nothing yet.
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Free, confidential support: RAINN hotline 800-656-4673, available 24/7.
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If you may want evidence collected or PEP/EC, a hospital can help within ~72–120 hours.
What consent really means →