Understanding Blood in Urine: Causes and Concerns for Women
Bleeding during urination? Doctor, recently I have noticed some bleeding from my urethra when I wipe after urination. I also experience urinary incontinence and abdominal pain. What could be the cause of this? Please help me understand. Thank you.
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Please go to the hospital for a urine test to check for urinary tract infection, so that appropriate treatment can be administered in a timely manner.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Urine: Causes and Concerns for Women
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Intercourse and Testing Timing
What is the likelihood of pregnancy? Doctor, my menstrual cycle is very regular. I had sexual intercourse during my fertile period, but it was through withdrawal. What is the likelihood of pregnancy? When is the best time to take a pregnancy test for accurate results?
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
1. It is possible, although the probability is low, there are indeed such cases. 2. If your next expected menstrual period does not arrive, you can purchase a pregnancy test kit for examination.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Intercourse and Testing Timing
Does a Tilted Uterus Affect Pregnancy Chances and Gender?
Retroverted uterus Does a retroverted uterus affect pregnancy? What are some positions and methods that can facilitate conception? How can one increase the chances of having a boy? What dietary considerations should be taken into account? Thank you.
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
The uterus can be either anteverted or retroverted by nature, with anteversion being more common. This does not affect the chances of conception or pregnancy. As for dietary methods to influence the sex of the baby, there are many folk remedies, but there is no formal medical the...[Read More] Does a Tilted Uterus Affect Pregnancy Chances and Gender?
When to Schedule a Gynecological Exam After Your Period?
Perform an examination? Doctor, how many days after my menstrual period should I wait before going to the hospital for an internal examination? I have had sexual intercourse before, and a colleague suggested that I should undergo some tests. I would like to have examinations rela...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Unless it's an emergency, a pelvic examination can be avoided during menstruation, and it is certainly more "convenient" to have the examination after the menstrual period. For women, if the uterine and ovarian morphology is normal, it is still necessary to conside...[Read More] When to Schedule a Gynecological Exam After Your Period?
Understanding Gender Testing in Pregnancy: Accuracy, Methods, and Risks
Gender verification How many weeks into pregnancy can we test for the gender of a baby? I've heard there is a blood test available; how accurate is it? If a general clinic offers this test, where is the blood sent for analysis? What is the accuracy of this test? How do the a...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
First of all, it must be stated that I believe the distinction between genders is not in accordance with medical ethics and is more commercially driven. The actual accuracy of this distinction is still not fully accepted in the scientific community. Generally, specialized clinics...[Read More] Understanding Gender Testing in Pregnancy: Accuracy, Methods, and Risks
Understanding Thickened Endometrium: What It Means for Your Health
What is endometrial hyperplasia? Doctor, I went to the obstetrics and gynecology department for a check-up last time, and the doctor told me that my endometrium is too thick. What does that mean? Is there a problem?
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
The endometrium becomes thicker before menstruation and should thin out after menstruation. The thickness or thinness is related to the timing of your examination. It is recommended that you visit the hospital for an ultrasound (transvaginal ultrasound for those with sexual exper...[Read More] Understanding Thickened Endometrium: What It Means for Your Health
Understanding the Impact of Hysterectomy on Disability Status
Regarding the issue of hysterectomy? I have previously inquired with the Health Bureau and the Social Bureau regarding whether a hysterectomy for women is considered a physical and mental disability. According to the Social Bureau and the Health Bureau, the determination of disab...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
1. The National Health Insurance and Labor Insurance have detailed regulations available for reference. Depending on your status, you can consult the relevant provisions or contact the responsible units of the National Health Insurance or Labor Insurance Bureau. 2. The hospital i...[Read More] Understanding the Impact of Hysterectomy on Disability Status
Essential Oils During Pregnancy: Safe Uses and Precautions
Can essential oils be used? Is it safe to use skincare products containing essential oils during pregnancy? If so, which types of essential oils should be avoided? Is it safe to apply lotions containing lavender around the belly? Thank you.
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
These products are not of a medical nature; please refer to the instructions for use or the manufacturer for details.[Read More] Essential Oils During Pregnancy: Safe Uses and Precautions
Understanding Molar Pregnancy: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
What is a hydatidiform mole? What is a molar pregnancy? Can it be detected after one month of pregnancy? Can RU486 be used to terminate it? Is it more dangerous to remove it as it grows larger? Does its growth rate compare to a normal pregnancy? Thank you!
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
After visiting the hospital for an examination, it was confirmed that there is no urinary tract infection. Treatment options include medication and physical therapy for improvement.[Read More] Understanding Molar Pregnancy: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Common Early Pregnancy Concerns: Bleeding, Breast Tenderness, and More
I'm sorry, but I need more context or content to provide a translation. Please provide the specific text you would like translated? Doctor, I have a few questions I would like to ask you. Why do some people experience bleeding during early pregnancy? At around how many weeks...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
1. Bleeding in early pregnancy should not be referred to as menstruation; it is important to be cautious and determine whether it is an abnormal phenomenon, and to seek thorough evaluation at an obstetrics and gynecology clinic. 2. Pregnancy can bring about many uncomfortable sym...[Read More] Common Early Pregnancy Concerns: Bleeding, Breast Tenderness, and More
Understanding Miscarriage Risks and Pregnancy Myths
What types of individuals are more likely to experience a miscarriage? What types of individuals are more prone to miscarriage? How can miscarriages be classified? Does a male have to ejaculate for a female to become pregnant? Is there a chance of pregnancy if there is only frict...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Pre-ejaculatory fluid in males may still contain sperm, which means there is a risk of unintended pregnancy, although the likelihood is lower compared to after ejaculation.[Read More] Understanding Miscarriage Risks and Pregnancy Myths
Can Urination Flush Sperm Out of the Vagina? A Gynecological Inquiry
Strange question? Doctor, if sperm is in the vagina, will it be expelled with urine or washed away when using the restroom?
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Of course, it is possible.[Read More] Can Urination Flush Sperm Out of the Vagina? A Gynecological Inquiry
Understanding Pregnancy Discomfort: Pain, Nausea, and Miscarriage Risks
Pain Doctor, is abdominal pain during pregnancy similar to menstrual cramps? Does every pregnant person experience nausea and vomiting? Is it possible for someone to be pregnant for two to three months without feeling any symptoms? Which months are more prone to miscarriage? Is t...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
1. If there are abnormal lower abdominal pain symptoms during pregnancy, it should be taken seriously. However, if the pain is due to the mother being overly fatigued or from ligament spasms as the uterus grows, it can be alleviated with adequate rest. Unless the lower abdominal ...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Discomfort: Pain, Nausea, and Miscarriage Risks
Understanding Early Pregnancy Symptoms and Discomfort: Common Concerns
I would like to learn more? Doctor, why did my friend not feel anything during the early stages of her pregnancy until about a month later? What is the reason for this? Is it common for someone in early pregnancy to feel hungry? Also, why does she experience slight pain in the va...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
1. In early pregnancy, some women may not notice any symptoms, but it is common to experience breast tenderness, abdominal bloating, nausea, vomiting, and increased hunger. 2. Gradually allowing the body to adjust (foreplay) can help reduce some of this discomfort; it's not ...[Read More] Understanding Early Pregnancy Symptoms and Discomfort: Common Concerns
Can Semen Leak from the Vagina? Understanding Pregnancy Risks
Reflux Doctor, can semen from a male flow out of a female's vagina? If it does flow out, is there still a chance for the female to become pregnant?
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Of course, if it coincides with the ovulation period, there is still a significant chance of conception. Even during ovulation, the withdrawal method (coitus interruptus) can still result in pregnancy.[Read More] Can Semen Leak from the Vagina? Understanding Pregnancy Risks
Does Taking Ovulation Pills Delay Your Menstrual Cycle?
Does taking ovulation medication delay the menstrual period? Hello Dr. Huang: My first child is nearly three years old, but I have been unable to conceive again. I have been tracking my basal body temperature and it seems that I am not ovulating. I took ovulation medication for t...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
You can take ovulation medication and visit the hospital outpatient clinic to monitor follicle size. This will allow you to assess the effectiveness of the ovulation medication and determine the optimal timing for triggering ovulation, thereby arranging the best time for intercou...[Read More] Does Taking Ovulation Pills Delay Your Menstrual Cycle?
Can I Get Pregnant? Understanding Fertility After Menstrual Cycle
Please provide the content you would like me to translate? Dr. Huang, good morning. I have a question for you. My menstrual period started on January 8 and ended completely around January 13 or 14. I had sexual intercourse on January 25, during which my husband ejaculated inside ...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
If the menstrual cycle is 25 days, there is still a possibility of conception 18 days after the last period, but the chances vary depending on the menstrual cycle length and ovulation date. For a 28-day cycle, ovulation may occur around day 14; for a 30-day cycle, it may occur ar...[Read More] Can I Get Pregnant? Understanding Fertility After Menstrual Cycle
Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Blood Tests for Gender Determination
Please help me calculate? Hello Dr. Huang: Please help me calculate. My period started on January 8 and ended on January 14. I usually start my period 3 to 4 days early every month, and it is very regular. On January 25, I had intercourse with my husband, and he ejaculated inside...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
1 has already been answered, 2 can be addressed, and 3 is an examination that is not worth encouraging. Often, unnecessary abortion procedures are performed as a result, leading to situations where there is "no evidence to support" the actions taken.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Blood Tests for Gender Determination
Comparing Costs and Benefits of Endoscopic vs. Traditional Surgery for Chocolate Cysts
Could you please provide information regarding the price and differences between endoscopic surgery for chocolate cysts and traditional surgery? Could you please tell me the approximate cost of laparoscopic surgery for chocolate cysts? Are traditional open surgeries still being p...
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
1. The National Health Insurance covers the costs, and patients only need to pay the out-of-pocket difference. 2. Currently, laparoscopic surgery is the primary approach, but it still depends on the patient's condition. 3. Advantages: smaller incisions, less postoperativ...[Read More] Comparing Costs and Benefits of Endoscopic vs. Traditional Surgery for Chocolate Cysts
Is Light Bleeding After First and Second Intercourse Normal?
Vaginal bleeding Is it normal to experience slight bleeding after the first and second sexual intercourse?
Dr. Huang Jianxun reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Bleeding from a hymenal tear is considered reasonable.[Read More] Is Light Bleeding After First and Second Intercourse Normal?