There are 2 types of emergency contraception: the emergency contraceptive pill – Levonelle or ellaOne (the “morning after” pill) the intrauterine device (IUD or coil).

When in a thick gel formulation, Aloe Vera eases the pain caused by cuts, burns or insect bites, when rubbed in gently. Hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and water before eating or handling food, and always after using the toilet. The product itself is in my opinion very good (It’s just the one I always wear and gf gets annoyed if I smell like anything else 😂). The IUD can be fitted up to 5 days after unprotected sex, or up to 5 days after the earliest time you could have ovulated, for it to be effective.

If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. To delay your period, start a new packet of pills straight after you finish the last pill and miss out the 7-day break.

If you live in England, are under 25 and are sexually active, it’s recommended that you get tested for chlamydia every year or when you change sexual partner. Information: Coronavirus (COVID-19) update: how to contact a GP It’s still important to get help from a GP if you need it. However preventative antibiotics might be offered in selected circumstances, for example: Pre-existing bowel problems such as inflammatory bowel disease, or severe medical problems, such as diabetes, where an attack of diarrhoea/dehydration could seriously aggravate symptoms or cause relapse. But some people experience episodes of cystitis frequently and may need regular or long-term treatment.Tourists travelling to cities that are 2,500m above sea level or higher, such as La Paz in Bolivia or Bogotá in Colombia, can also get altitude sickness.