Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Be Used to Delay Menstruation?
Can emergency contraceptive pills be used as a regular menstrual delay medication? I previously bought some emergency contraceptive pills, but I have not taken them for two months. My expected menstrual period is on April 15, but I am worried it might come 2 or 3 days early (beca...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you can use the medication as a delay for your period. Please continue taking the medication until two days before you want your menstruation to start. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Be Used to Delay Menstruation?
Switching from IUD to Birth Control Pills: A Guide for Women
If you want to switch from an intrauterine device (IUD) to oral contraceptive pills in the middle of your menstrual cycle, it's important to follow these steps: 1. **Consult Your Healthcare Provider**: Before making any changes, discuss your plans with your healthcare provi...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day after your period begins following the removal of the IUD. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Switching from IUD to Birth Control Pills: A Guide for Women
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse
Probability of Pregnancy Hello, I would like to ask about the likelihood of pregnancy after having unprotected intercourse on March 22, with the first day of my menstrual period being March 19. My last cycle was from February 11 to March 19, and the cycle before that was from Dec...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse
Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Oral Sex and Safe Period Concerns
Pregnancy probability Hello doctor, I would like to ask a question. After my girlfriend performed oral sex today, there was some residual semen in her mouth, and she rinsed her mouth with water afterward. About 20 minutes later, when we kissed, it’s possible that some residual se...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Oral Sex and Safe Period Concerns
Understanding the RU486 Process: A Patient's Experience and Concerns
Inquiry about the RU486 process in obstetrics and gynecology? I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the second dose can be taken orally or administered rectally; different physicians may have different practices. Please follow up with your original healthcare provider. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the RU486 Process: A Patient's Experience and Concerns
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks of Non-Penetrative Sex
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, my boyfriend and I usually engage in manual stimulation, where he inserts his fingers into my vagina, and sometimes I help him with manual stimulation as well. We have never had direct genital contact without clothes. About two to three months ag...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the likelihood of pregnancy should be low. If your period does not arrive in another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks of Non-Penetrative Sex
Understanding Teratoma Diagnosis and Surgical Options in Gynecology
Teratoma Examination and Surgery Hello Dr. Tsao, last month during an ultrasound in the obstetrics and gynecology department, a teratoma measuring around 3-4 cm was discovered, and I was referred to a larger hospital. The doctor performed an AFP blood test and another ultrasound,...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, a size of 3-4 cm should be considered for monitoring. I recommend discussing it further at another large hospital. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Teratoma Diagnosis and Surgical Options in Gynecology
Choosing the Right Contraceptive for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
Contraceptive device issues? Hello, I am 49 years old and had one child at the age of 29. I have a 4 cm uterine fibroid and have been experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding, with hemoglobin levels fluctuating between 8 and 11. Additionally, I suffer from various symptoms of bloati...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, if you are taking hemostatic medication and uterotonics and they are effective, then that’s all you need to do. If they are not effective, you may consider using Misoprostol. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Choosing the Right Contraceptive for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
Chlamydia Infection: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Fertility Concerns
Chlamydia infection and treatment? Hello, doctor. My wife had a serum test before pregnancy after our marriage, and her IgG value for Chlamydia was 37 AU/ml, suggesting a possible infection. The gynecology clinic prescribed Azithromycin 250 mg (one tablet twice a day) for three d...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, a positive IgG for Chlamydia indicates a past infection. Sometimes, it can lead to pelvic adhesions, which may cause infertility, but this is not always the case. Therefore, it is advisable to continue monitoring in your original unit while trying to conceive. Wishing you ...[Read More] Chlamydia Infection: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Fertility Concerns
Can Pre-Ejaculate Fluid Cause Pregnancy? Your Questions Answered
Contact with pre-ejaculatory fluid? Hello Doctor, my menstrual period was from March 12 to March 18. On March 17, when I was intimate with my boyfriend, his finger may have come into contact with a small amount of pre-ejaculate fluid (not certain), and then he penetrated my vagin...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the probability of pregnancy should be low; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Pre-Ejaculate Fluid Cause Pregnancy? Your Questions Answered
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Can You Rule Out Pregnancy?
Menstrual delay Hello doctor, my period is 6 days late. My last cycle was from February 28 to March 3, and the one before that was from January 27 to January 31. My last sexual intercourse was on March 17 without a condom. I took a pregnancy test on April 3, not using first morni...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the probability of pregnancy should be low; you can observe for now. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Can You Rule Out Pregnancy?
Missed Period After Taking Emergency Contraceptive: What to Know
After taking the emergency contraceptive pill, my period has not arrived? On the morning of April 4th, I got my period for the first day (it just started, so the flow is light). That night, I had intercourse with ejaculation. On the morning of April 5th, around 8 AM, I took a sin...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it should be safe during the fertile window, and emergency contraception can sometimes cause irregular bleeding. Just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Missed Period After Taking Emergency Contraceptive: What to Know
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy Testing and Next Steps
Menstrual delay Hello doctor, my period is 6 days late. My last cycle was from February 28 to March 3, and the one before that was from January 27 to January 31. My last sexual intercourse was on March 17 without protection. I took a pregnancy test on April 3, not using first mor...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy Testing and Next Steps
Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Be Used to Delay Menstruation?
Can emergency contraceptive pills be used as a regular menstrual delay medication? I previously purchased some emergency contraceptive pills, but I have not taken them for two months. My expected menstrual period is on April 15, but I am concerned it might come 2-3 days early (be...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you can continue with the next pack. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Be Used to Delay Menstruation?
Understanding Premenstrual Syndrome: Symptoms and What to Expect
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Hello doctor, my period is two days late. For the past few days, my underwear has been damp, but I'm not sure if it's urine. I noticed one or two instances of white, sticky discharge in the last couple of days. Could this be a sign that my pe...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, just observe. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Premenstrual Syndrome: Symptoms and What to Expect
Understanding Light Bleeding Before Period: Causes and Concerns
Light bleeding 10 days before menstruation? Hello, I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend on March 26 without using a condom, but there was only friction. Afterward, I purchased emergency contraception (Plan B) and took it within a few hours. I later realized that this was t...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the bleeding is likely due to taking the emergency contraceptive pill, and you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Light Bleeding Before Period: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Protected Intercourse: Key Insights
Probability of Pregnancy Hello Doctor, my girlfriend's menstrual period was approximately from March 27 to March 31. We had sexual intercourse on the evening of April 2, using a condom throughout, and ejaculation occurred inside the condom. When we removed the condom, there ...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, that's normal; you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Protected Intercourse: Key Insights
Can Medications Affect Pregnancy Test Results? Understanding False Positives
Pregnancy test kit Hello doctor, my menstrual cycle started on March 18, and it usually lasts about 32-36 days. However, I tested positive with two lines (one dark and one faint) on April 4. In between, I visited a gynecologist due to inflammation and received medication for trea...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it is possible that you are pregnant. Please visit a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Medications Affect Pregnancy Test Results? Understanding False Positives
Brown Discharge Before Period: Is It Normal or a Cause for Concern?
About a week before menstruation, there may be dark brown discharge? My menstrual cycle has always been regular. In February, my period started on the 25th, and in March, it came on the 11th. A few days before my period, I noticed dark brown discharge, which then turned bright re...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, at 13 years old, there shouldn't be any major issues. Just observe for now. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Brown Discharge Before Period: Is It Normal or a Cause for Concern?
Can You Take Birth Control Pills After Emergency Contraceptive Use?
Can I take pre-conception contraceptive pills after taking emergency contraceptive pills? Hello, doctor. I have started taking oral contraceptives, and today I am about to take my first pill. However, I had unprotected intercourse today and have already taken emergency contracept...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you too. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Take Birth Control Pills After Emergency Contraceptive Use?