Likelihood of getting pregnant after protected sex

[anonymous1]

Hi, my last period was from 10 - 16 Aug and I had protected sex on 25 Aug though I'm unsure as to whether the condom did not break or not. I did not take an emergency contraceptive pill afterwards. My next period is expected to be on 7 Sept, give or take. I've got tender breasts at the moment. What are the likelihood of me getting pregnant? Thanks!

[Heather]

Because bodies vary so immensely, this is simply a question no one will ever be able to answer accurately beyond simply providing the broad effectiveness rates for the methods of contraception (in this case, condoms) used. Condoms are around 98% effective at preventing pregnancy in one year of perfect use, and around 85% effective in one year of typical use, which accounts for errors in use.

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