Switching Birth Control Pills: When to Start New Medication?
Consultation on Switching Contraceptive Pills You have been taking Alyssa (24+4) for six months and plan to switch to Qlaira (21) starting next month. Your period usually starts on the third placebo pill, lasting a total of five days. When should you start taking the new Qlaira?
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Switching Birth Control Pills: When to Start New Medication?
Is There a High Chance of Pregnancy After Intercourse and Spotting?
Is the likelihood of pregnancy high with intermenstrual bleeding? I would like to ask Dr. Tsao, I had my period from June 17 to 21, and I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend on June 27, with approximately six thrusts before using a condom. On July 5, I noticed a small a...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it should not be a big issue; just observe for now. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Is There a High Chance of Pregnancy After Intercourse and Spotting?
Risk of Pregnancy from Incorrect Condom Use: Key Questions Answered
The probability of pregnancy when a condom is worn inside out? Hello Dr. Tsao, my girlfriend took an emergency contraceptive pill on May 8 (the second one this year). Her menstruation started on May 29. We had sexual intercourse on June 28, twice, using condoms throughout. After ...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. You may want to wait another week or two, and if your period still hasn't arrived, it's advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Risk of Pregnancy from Incorrect Condom Use: Key Questions Answered
Conflicting Pregnancy Test Results: What Should You Do Next?
Pregnancy test results vary? Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period started on June 3rd, and I had sexual intercourse on June 10th. I took a pregnancy test on June 24th, which was negative. On July 2nd, I tested for pregnancy for the first time and saw a very faint second line (...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, please wait another week. If your period does not arrive, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Conflicting Pregnancy Test Results: What Should You Do Next?
Ovulation Bleeding or Implantation Bleeding: What's the Difference?
Is it ovulation bleeding or implantation bleeding? On June 17, I got my period. On June 21, which was the fifth day of my period, I had protected intercourse. In the following days, I experienced brown spotting, and a week after my period ended, I had mild cramping in my lower ab...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it seems more like ovulatory bleeding; observation is sufficient. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Ovulation Bleeding or Implantation Bleeding: What's the Difference?
Understanding Nystatin: Is It an Antibiotic and Can You Take Probiotics?
Candida medications Today, I visited the obstetrics and gynecology department, and the doctor diagnosed me with a mild Candida infection. I was prescribed oral nystatin capsules. Is this medication an antibiotic? I regularly take vaginal probiotics; will taking these two together...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, this is an antibiotic, and it should not have a significant impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Nystatin: Is It an Antibiotic and Can You Take Probiotics?
Understanding Nystatin for Candida Infections: Is It an Antibiotic?
Candida medications Today, I visited the obstetrics and gynecology department, and the doctor diagnosed me with a mild Candida infection. He prescribed oral nystatin capsules. Is this medication an antibiotic? I regularly take vaginal probiotics; will taking these two together re...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, generally it does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Nystatin for Candida Infections: Is It an Antibiotic?
Can You Get Pregnant from Unwashed Hands or Alcohol Disinfection?
Sperm issues If a finger is inserted into the vagina without knowing whether there was semen on it, and the finger was disinfected with alcohol, is there a risk of pregnancy? Additionally, if semen dripped onto the bed (after being disinfected with alcohol), how long does it take...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Unwashed Hands or Alcohol Disinfection?
Post-Medication Abortion: Understanding Pregnancy Test Results
Post-medication abortion, pregnancy test results? Hello Doctor, I had a medical abortion on May 19 and returned for a follow-up on May 26. During the visit, the doctor only performed a pregnancy test and did not conduct an ultrasound. The doctor showed me the test strip and said ...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you should be certain that you are not pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Medication Abortion: Understanding Pregnancy Test Results
Understanding Post-Birth Control Bleeding: What to Expect After Stopping
Bleeding issues after stopping the use of birth control pills? Hello Doctor, I have been taking Yaz (21 pills) for almost 4 years (I started taking it because I was overweight and had polycystic ovary syndrome, as recommended by my doctor). During the course of taking it, I often...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it could possibly be irregular menstruation after stopping medication, or it might be that your period is approaching. Just observe for now. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Birth Control Bleeding: What to Expect After Stopping
Understanding Menstrual Delays: Possible Causes and Concerns
Menstrual issues Hello doctor, my last sexual intercourse was on April 14th, and I used a condom throughout. My usual menstrual cycle is between 28 to 30 days, and I typically get my period around the 26th to 28th of each month. I have not engaged in sexual intercourse since then...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it could be due to irregular sleep patterns. Wait another week or two, and if it still doesn't come, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Delays: Possible Causes and Concerns
Managing Medication for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: What to Do If You Miss a Dose
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Medication Issues I would like to ask about a medication issue. I was previously diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) by a gynecologist, who prescribed me a 21-day course of medication. I started taking it on the fifth day of my menstru...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, I hope you enjoyed your meals today and yesterday. Wishing you good health![Read More] Managing Medication for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: What to Do If You Miss a Dose
Impact of Mold Cleaners in Closed Spaces on Pregnancy: Risks and Concerns
Extensive use of mold cleaning agents in enclosed spaces? Hello Doctor, I am currently 20 weeks pregnant. Yesterday, I suddenly had a bout of obsessive cleanliness and used a large amount of mold cleaning agent in a confined space, forgetting to wear a mask. Later, my eyes felt i...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, generally it does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Impact of Mold Cleaners in Closed Spaces on Pregnancy: Risks and Concerns
Can Medical Alcohol Kill Sperm? Understanding Its Effects on Fertility
Medical alcohol can kill sperm? Medical alcohol is not an effective method for killing sperm. While alcohol can disinfect surfaces and kill certain pathogens, it does not reliably eliminate sperm in a way that would prevent pregnancy. If you have concerns about contraception or s...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you can. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Medical Alcohol Kill Sperm? Understanding Its Effects on Fertility
Can You Get Pregnant from Oral Sex? Understanding the Risks
Can I get pregnant? On June 11th (the fifth day of my menstrual cycle) and June 22nd (the day before ovulation), I performed oral sex on my boyfriend. During both instances, I did not remove my pants. The first time, he ejaculated on my chest, and immediately after, I wiped it of...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Oral Sex? Understanding the Risks
Can Semen on Clothes Lead to Pregnancy? Understanding the Risks
Semen coming into contact with clothing is unlikely to result in pregnancy. For pregnancy to occur, sperm must be deposited in the vaginal canal or near the vaginal opening, where it can travel to fertilize an egg. Sperm exposed to air or fabric If there is semen on the doctor...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Semen on Clothes Lead to Pregnancy? Understanding the Risks
Do You Need Hormonal Medication After Chocolate Cyst Surgery?
Medication consultation Doctor, do I have to take menopause medication after surgery for a chocolate cyst? During my follow-up appointment last week, the doctor did not prescribe any medication for me; he only prescribed something for my bloating after I mentioned it.
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, please follow the original doctor's instructions. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do You Need Hormonal Medication After Chocolate Cyst Surgery?
Understanding Short Positive Results on Ovulation Test Strips
The positive result on the ovulation test strip lasts for a very short time? Hello Doctor, I had a natural miscarriage in mid-May (my last menstrual period before that was on April 5). My first menstrual period after the miscarriage was on June 15 (I noticed a little pink spottin...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, ovulation tests are for reference only. After a recent miscarriage, menstruation can sometimes be irregular, so it's best to just observe. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Short Positive Results on Ovulation Test Strips
Can Semen Residue Remain on Scalp After Washing Hair?
Semen issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask you, if semen gets on my hair and I have washed my hair but I'm worried it might not be completely clean, will semen remain on the scalp?
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, generally it won't happen. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Semen Residue Remain on Scalp After Washing Hair?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights
Probability of Pregnancy Hello Doctor, my girlfriend had her period from June 1 to June 5. We had unprotected intercourse on the 8th, thinking it would be fine since her period had just ended. However, the next day, I was worried and bought emergency contraception to take. As a r...
Dr. Cao Guotao reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. The bleeding may be related to ovulation; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights