When to Seek Medical Care

Call your doctor immediately if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• Fever (more than 100.4°F)
  
  
• Severe persistent pain or cramps not relieved by ibuprofen or naproxen
  
  
• Prolonged or heavy bleeding (more than 6 hours, or requiring a change of sanitary pads several times in 1 hour)
  
  
• A foul-smelling discharge from your vagina

If you cannot reach your doctor about any of the problems, go to a hospital emergency department. If you become lightheaded or pass out, you should go to an emergency department because this may indicate excess blood loss. If you feel very ill, have a high fever, or bad abdominal pain, it may be best to go directly to an emergency department.