Understanding Uterine Prolapse: Treatment Options and Lifestyle Impact
Uterine prolapse Uterine prolapse has affected my daily life, and I often feel a sensation of something dropping below. I visited a gynecologist, and the doctor suggested two options: 1. Surgical removal of the uterus, or 2. Elevating the position of the uterus. I would like to k...
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Hello: The methods suggested by the physician are generally based on an assessment of your condition and the options available to you. The National Health Insurance covers certain aspects, while the out-of-pocket costs may relate to your request for specific materials. Excessive ...[Read More] Understanding Uterine Prolapse: Treatment Options and Lifestyle Impact
Understanding Pregnancy Tests: Accuracy and Timing After Intercourse
Pregnancy test questions? Hello, doctor. I have a few questions I would like to ask. Could you please confirm if a pregnancy test is accurate 7 to 14 days after sexual intercourse? If I take a pregnancy test (using a condom during intercourse) at 7 days, 14 days, and 30 days afte...
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Hello: Ectopic pregnancy is still a form of pregnancy, and a pregnancy test should be positive. Generally, a pregnancy test should be positive about 2 weeks after conception. If there are any menstrual irregularities, it is advisable to visit a hospital for examination. Thank you...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Tests: Accuracy and Timing After Intercourse
Concerns About Pregnancy After Intercourse Right After Menstruation
Concerns about unprotected intercourse two days after menstruation? Hello doctor, I have a question. I got my period on November 13th and it ended on the 19th. My December period started on December 17th and lasted for five days. This month, my period started on January 17th and ...
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Hello: If your ovulation and menstruation this month are consistent with your past patterns, the likelihood of pregnancy from this sexual activity is low. However, if there are any abnormalities in your menstrual cycle, it is still advisable to seek medical evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Concerns About Pregnancy After Intercourse Right After Menstruation
Managing Menstrual Cycle for Exams: Safety and Efficacy of Hormonal Pills
Due to the need for exams, I would like to request an extension? Hello Dr. Dong, My daughter is scheduled to take the university entrance exam on January 27 and 28, and her menstrual period coincides with those dates. After consulting with a pharmacist, he suggested delaying her...
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Hello: Whether to delay menstruation should depend on your daughter's menstrual situation. If she experiences severe discomfort during her period that significantly affects her ability to take the exam, it may be worth considering delaying her menstruation. The use of proges...[Read More] Managing Menstrual Cycle for Exams: Safety and Efficacy of Hormonal Pills
Anesthesia Concerns for Pregnant Women Undergoing Surgery
Anesthesia concerns during surgery in pregnant women? Hello Doctor: I am currently about five months pregnant, and the pain from my periodontal disease has become increasingly unbearable. My dentist has recommended that I undergo surgery as soon as possible. Recently, while chatt...
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Hello: Appendicitis and other surgeries during pregnancy can be performed under spinal anesthesia, allowing the pregnant woman to remain awake during the procedure, unlike general anesthesia. If a pregnant woman requires surgery, her attending physician will discuss the anesthesi...[Read More] Anesthesia Concerns for Pregnant Women Undergoing Surgery
Understanding and Managing Painful White Spots on Nipples During Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding issues If you notice a white spot on your nipple while breastfeeding (without any broken skin or injury) and it causes a sharp pain when touched, it could be a condition known as a milk blister or bleb. This occurs when milk ducts become blocked, leading to a buildu...
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Hello: During breastfeeding, if there are minor abrasions, there may not be a noticeable wound. However, if there is a stinging sensation, it is still possible that there are small abrasions, and breastfeeding can continue. Most of the time, it will improve in a few days. However...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Painful White Spots on Nipples During Breastfeeding
Understanding Endometriosis: Surgical Options for Treatment While Preserving the Uterus
I have endometriosis! Hello Doctor: I have a high CA-125 level (approximately 75) from a blood test. After a thorough examination by a gynecologist, I was diagnosed with endometriosis, which has affected my daily life (such as heavy menstrual bleeding, pain during intercourse, an...
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Hello; Endometriosis can significantly impact daily life due to symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, dyspareunia, and severe anemia. If symptoms do not improve with medication, surgical intervention may be indicated. Your primary physician will likely discuss the surgical o...[Read More] Understanding Endometriosis: Surgical Options for Treatment While Preserving the Uterus
Effective Treatments for Severe PMS: Managing Emotional Symptoms
About Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Hello, my premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is very severe, mainly affecting my mood negatively. It significantly impacts my life. What treatment options are available? Thank you.
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Hello: There are many factors that can affect your emotions. It may be helpful to seek medical advice to understand the possible factors influencing your emotions, and then receive appropriate diagnosis, treatment, and lifestyle recommendations. Thank you.[Read More] Effective Treatments for Severe PMS: Managing Emotional Symptoms
Understanding Severe Masculinization in PCOS: Causes and Concerns
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Hello Doctor: I previously visited a gynecologist due to irregular menstruation, and after blood tests and an ultrasound, I was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Currently, I rely on medication to induce menstruation each month, but...
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Hello: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may present with masculinization symptoms. However, based on your described situation, it is advisable to consult an endocrinology specialist in the obstetrics and gynecology department at a medical center such as National Taiwan University...[Read More] Understanding Severe Masculinization in PCOS: Causes and Concerns
Essential Guide to Women's Intimate Hygiene: Tips for Health and Freshness
Women's Health Care Hello, I would like to ask how women should clean their external genitalia to avoid diseases or odors. What type of soap or cleanser should be used? How thorough should the cleaning be? What is the recommended frequency? Are there any other important cons...
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Hello: If you notice any unusual odor, localized irritation, or suspect an infection, it is advisable to seek medical examination and treatment. For regular vulvar hygiene, you can rinse with clean or warm water. If using soap, choose one that is less irritating to the skin. When...[Read More] Essential Guide to Women's Intimate Hygiene: Tips for Health and Freshness
Understanding Endometriosis: Risks, Treatments, and Birth Control Options
Endometriosis Hello, Doctor. I am Huijuan from Taipei. Recently, I underwent laparoscopic surgery due to intestinal adhesions. After the surgery, the doctor informed me that in addition to the intestinal adhesions, I also have endometriosis. The doctor recommended that I take YAZ...
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Hello: Endometriosis should not be referred to as a hematoma. For endometriosis, taking contraceptive pills is one of the treatment options, which may lead to weight gain, dizziness, etc. The currently recommended YAZ contraceptive pill is a low-dose contraceptive, and side effec...[Read More] Understanding Endometriosis: Risks, Treatments, and Birth Control Options
Optimal Timing for Hemoglobin Testing: Before or After Menstruation?
Check for variations in hemoglobin levels before and after menstruation? I would like to ask about my hemoglobin test result of 6.5. I want to retest, but I'm unsure whether it would be more accurate before or after my menstrual period.
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Hello: Your hemoglobin level is 6.5. It is recommended that, in addition to retesting, you should seek medical attention to understand the cause of your anemia and receive appropriate treatment based on the underlying cause. As for the timing of the retest, there is no need to wa...[Read More] Optimal Timing for Hemoglobin Testing: Before or After Menstruation?
Understanding Yellow Discharge: Gynecological or Urological Issues?
Yellow discharge On the fifth day of my menstrual period (December 19), I had sexual intercourse. The next day, I started experiencing itching around the urethral opening and in the genital area, along with yellow (purulent) discharge for three days. I visited a gynecologist on D...
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Hello: Based on the symptoms you described, it is important to be aware of the possibility of vaginal and urinary tract infections. If you experience lower back pain, you should also consider the potential for kidney inflammation. Issues related to obstetrics and gynecology as we...[Read More] Understanding Yellow Discharge: Gynecological or Urological Issues?
Understanding Left Abdominal Pain Years After Cesarean Delivery
Pain in the left abdomen a few years after childbirth? Hello Doctor: I gave birth to my second daughter on February 10, 2003, via vertical cesarean section. Perhaps due to the surgeon's lack of skill, I was left with a noticeable scar on my abdomen. Now, after 8 years, start...
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Hello: After a cesarean section, there will be skin scars present, and the visibility of these scars is related to the body's physiological response to wound healing. Individuals with a tendency to develop hypertrophic scars may notice them more prominently. Regarding your c...[Read More] Understanding Left Abdominal Pain Years After Cesarean Delivery
Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes and Concerns for Women
Menstruation My girlfriend's last menstrual period started on November 16, and on November 20, she had unprotected intercourse. At that time, her period was almost over. This month, on December 15, she experienced severe abdominal pain and then started bleeding (the color of...
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Hello: In cases of menstrual irregularities, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. After evaluation and treatment, appropriate management can be provided based on individual health conditions. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes and Concerns for Women
Understanding Light Brown Discharge Before Menstruation: Causes and Concerns
Cervical mucus before menstruation? Hello Doctor: I was diagnosed with complex endometrial hyperplasia in February of this year and underwent medication treatment until November. During the six-month treatment period, my last menstrual period started on November 18, and today is ...
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Hello: You have complex endometrial hyperplasia and have undergone treatment. Now you are experiencing menstrual irregularities and have not been using contraception. It is recommended that you return to the hospital where you originally received treatment. If you wish to seek ca...[Read More] Understanding Light Brown Discharge Before Menstruation: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain After Intercourse: Causes and Concerns
Lower abdominal pain Hello doctor, I am experiencing severe abdominal pain the day after sexual intercourse. Could this be due to an allergy to condoms or a urinary tract infection? Additionally, I have lower back and back pain, and I am unable to sit for long periods. Is this al...
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Hello: Lower abdominal pain after sexual intercourse can have many causes, with urinary tract infections or pelvic inflammatory disease being more common. Given your symptoms, it is advisable to seek medical treatment at a hospital. Whether it is related to sexual activity should...[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain After Intercourse: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Decreased Menstrual Flow: Causes and Concerns
Decreased menstrual flow? Hello: I haven't been tracking my menstrual cycle, but I do get my period every month, so I haven't paid much attention to it. However, recently the amount of my menstrual flow has decreased for the last two cycles. Previously, the first 1 to 3...
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Hello: If you experience a decrease in menstrual flow, you can visit a gynecologist for an examination to check for any gynecological abnormalities. There are many factors that can affect menstruation, such as late sleeping and high stress levels, which may lead to irregular peri...[Read More] Understanding Decreased Menstrual Flow: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Hymenal Tears: Key Medical Evidence for Legal Cases
How to issue a certificate? 1. Old hymenal laceration: This refers to a laceration of the hymen that occurred more than seven days prior to diagnosis, indicating that the hymen has been penetrated before. 2. New hymenal laceration: This refers to a laceration of the hymen that o...
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Hello: If your inquiry is related to suspected sexual assault cases, you should undergo an examination at a hospital that specializes in sexual assault examinations. The physician can issue a certificate based on the relevant regulations. Sexual assault examinations are typically...[Read More] Understanding Hymenal Tears: Key Medical Evidence for Legal Cases
Understanding NK Cell Levels and IVF Success: Key Insights for Couples
Natural Killer (NK) cells CD16+56 I have been married for almost five years, and I underwent three consecutive IVF cycles between 1998 and 1999, all of which ended in failure. One of these cycles resulted in a miscarriage at seven weeks for unknown reasons. Consequently, I underw...
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Hello: The changes in the human immune system and their impact on infertility are important topics in medical research. An excessive number of natural killer (NK) cells and their heightened activity can be detrimental to embryo survival, while a low count of these cells can also ...[Read More] Understanding NK Cell Levels and IVF Success: Key Insights for Couples