Should You Continue Progesterone After Unexpected Bleeding?
Bleeding during progesterone therapy? Hello Doctor, I apologize for the interruption. I have a sudden situation I would like to consult you about. I underwent a polypectomy with a rapid clean knife on May 14, and during my follow-up appointment on May 24, the doctor prescribed pr...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, please continue taking your medication until it's finished, and then return to the obstetrics and gynecology clinic. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should You Continue Progesterone After Unexpected Bleeding?
What Happens If You Skip a Pill in Your Birth Control Pack?
What happens if you skip a dose of the emergency contraceptive pill? I took a 28-day contraceptive pill and today I finished the 28th pill. I realized that I skipped the 6th pill, and the first six pills seemed to be sedatives, which means I was taking a different medication that...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, finish the current pack and start taking the next pack of birth control pills on the fifth day after your period begins. Wishing you good health.[Read More] What Happens If You Skip a Pill in Your Birth Control Pack?
Can You Get Pregnant Without Intercourse? Understanding Risks and Testing
Can I get pregnant? Hello, Doctor: My girlfriend and I had intimate contact on March 17 (without penetration) while she was menstruating. After that, on April 27, there may have been some secretion from the bulbourethral glands on my glans, which might have slightly touched her v...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, a negative urine test should indicate that you are not pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant Without Intercourse? Understanding Risks and Testing
Understanding HPV Vaccine: Efficacy, Risks, and Next Steps for Women
HPV vaccine questions Hello, doctor. I received the HPV vaccine after giving birth in 2015 (I can't remember if it was the bivalent or quadrivalent vaccine). I would like to ask you: 1. Can I still get genital warts if I have been vaccinated? 2. About a month ago, I accident...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the likelihood of contracting cauliflower (likely referring to genital warts) should be low. If there is an infection, it is advisable to see a gynecologist for an examination. As for the 9-valent vaccine, it should not be necessary to receive another dose. Wishing you goo...[Read More] Understanding HPV Vaccine: Efficacy, Risks, and Next Steps for Women
Pregnancy Risk After Unprotected Intercourse During Menstruation
Emergency contraceptive pill after unprotected intercourse? Hello Doctor: 1. If intercourse occurred during menstruation (around day 3) with multiple instances of ejaculation inside, and this coincided with the completion of a 21-day course of oral contraceptives without taking...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it should be a safe period, so you are unlikely to get pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Pregnancy Risk After Unprotected Intercourse During Menstruation
Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights
Sexual concerns? Doctor, I apologize for bothering you. Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. My last menstrual period started on May 16. I took emergency contraceptive pills last month, but I haven't taken any this month. Today, during sexual intercourse, the...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the probability should be low. If you're still concerned, you can take emergency contraception just in case. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights
Understanding Menstrual Cramps After First Sexual Experience
Menstrual pain began after engaging in sexual activity? Hello Doctor: Is it normal to suddenly experience menstrual pain after starting to engage in sexual activity, even though I never had it before? From the time I was in junior high until now, I have never experienced menstrua...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, theoretically it should not be related. If you are concerned, it is advisable to see a gynecologist for an examination. It is best to wait until after completing all three doses before engaging in sexual activity. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Cramps After First Sexual Experience
Understanding HPV Types 51, 59, 66, and 81: Treatment, Transmission, and Cancer Risks
Infection types 51/59/66/81? 1. Do these types (51/59/66/81) require treatment, or can they be cleared by the immune system (after receiving the 9-valent vaccine)? 2. Can they be transmitted to a partner, or can a partner transmit them? 3. Is there a risk of developing cancer...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you have already been infected, and the effectiveness of the vaccine is limited. It is recommended to have a Pap smear every six months, and the rest will be monitored. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Types 51, 59, 66, and 81: Treatment, Transmission, and Cancer Risks
Understanding Vaginal Discharge and Condom Use: Pregnancy Concerns
Condoms and vaginal discharge issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you some questions. While I was with my girlfriend, I noticed a semi-transparent fluid flowing out. She has vaginal discharge, and I was wearing a condom the entire time without ejaculation. At that moment, w...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it should be within the normal range, and you are unlikely to be pregnant. Just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Discharge and Condom Use: Pregnancy Concerns
Can I Take My Birth Control Pill 9 Hours Late After Early Dose?
If you accidentally took the emergency contraceptive pill 12 hours early today, you can take the next dose 9 hours later tomorrow. However, it's important to follow the specific instructions provided with the medication or consult with a healthcare professional for personali...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you can take your usual medication tomorrow evening. It doesn't need to be at an exact time; approximately is fine. It will still have contraceptive effects. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can I Take My Birth Control Pill 9 Hours Late After Early Dose?
Can Residual Semen on Fingers Lead to Pregnancy?
If fingers that have not been cleaned properly and still have residual semen are inserted into the vagina, there is a possibility of pregnancy. Sperm can survive in the vaginal environment, and if they come into contact with the vaginal canal, there is a risk of fertilization if ...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Residual Semen on Fingers Lead to Pregnancy?
Can Oral Sex Lead to Pregnancy? Understanding the Risks and Myths
Oral prostate stimulation If my girlfriend performed oral sex on me and then manually stimulated me without me ejaculating, and then she placed her hand on her own genital area, is there a possibility of her becoming pregnant?
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Oral Sex Lead to Pregnancy? Understanding the Risks and Myths
Can You Get Pregnant from Safe Period Intercourse with Condom?
Is it possible to get pregnant if I use a condom and ejaculate inside during the safe period? Hello doctor, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend twice on June 1st. We checked both condoms with water and they did not break. My menstrual period ended on May 29th, but he ejacu...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, generally, you will not get pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Safe Period Intercourse with Condom?
Do Antibiotics Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?
Do antibiotics affect the effectiveness of birth control pills? Due to a burn, the doctor prescribed DEPYRETIN for inflammation and pain relief, and CEFALEXIN tablets as an antibiotic, to be taken four times a day: morning, noon, evening, and before bed. The anti-inflammatory med...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do Antibiotics Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?
Post-Medication Abortion Concerns: Is My Recovery Normal?
Issues After Medical Abortion Hello, doctor. I underwent a medical abortion at the clinic on May 17. After taking the second dose on May 19, I started to experience bleeding and passed blood clots. On May 26, during a follow-up visit, the doctor performed a pregnancy test and sai...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, each hospital has a different approach to treatment. As for whether it will completely resolve, continuous monitoring at the hospital is necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Medication Abortion Concerns: Is My Recovery Normal?
Is Bleeding After Misoprostol Normal? Understanding Your Concerns
Is it normal to experience bleeding about an hour after receiving the second dose? I apologize for the interruption. On May 29, I learned that I was five weeks pregnant and took the first dose of Apano that evening. The next day, I noticed brown discharge similar to what I usuall...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it should be within the normal range and generally should not affect fertility. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Is Bleeding After Misoprostol Normal? Understanding Your Concerns
Understanding Your Pathology Report: Clarifying Ovarian Cysts and Ultrasound Findings
Pathology Report Hello Doctor: Recently, I underwent a transvaginal ultrasound examination, and the doctor informed me that there was an ovulatory follicle and everything else appeared normal. However, the pathology report translation indicates a cystic tumor? I would like to ask...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you seem to be doing well. If you have any questions, you can consult your obstetrician-gynecologist. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Your Pathology Report: Clarifying Ovarian Cysts and Ultrasound Findings
How Long Does Bleeding Last After Medical Abortion?
The duration of bleeding after a medical abortion typically lasts about one to two weeks? Hello, currently regarding the medication abortion status: I took the first dose on May 2, the second dose on May 4, and started bleeding after taking the second dose. I had a follow-up appo...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, I hope you are completely clear. Please continue your follow-up with your original obstetrician-gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] How Long Does Bleeding Last After Medical Abortion?
Understanding Vulvar Itching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Genital itching Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about the issue of vulvar itching. Since my menstrual period is approaching and I have not yet seen a gynecologist, my discharge is currently normal without any cottage cheese-like or yellow-green discharge. The genital area appea...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, if there are no abnormalities, applying Meikang ointment should be sufficient. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Vulvar Itching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Pregnancy Test Accuracy
Ovulation bleeding and pregnancy testing? Here are two questions for the doctor to answer: 1. Two days ago was my ovulation period, and today I suddenly have more bleeding than in the past few days, which appears to be a dark brownish color (the estimated amount is equivalent t...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, if the amount is still significant, you should see a gynecologist. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse to determine if you are pregnant, but the likelihood of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Pregnancy Test Accuracy