What to Do If You Miss a Day of Birth Control Pills?
Missed a dose of medication for one day? Hello doctor, I have been taking the contraceptive pill Aijie for almost a year now. I stopped taking it once in between, and after resuming, I have been on it for four months. I am currently on my fifth pack. However, on the evening of Au...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Anonymous: Since you took the missed dose from the previous day at noon, the theoretical chance of pregnancy is very low, so there is no need to worry too much.[Read More] What to Do If You Miss a Day of Birth Control Pills?
Understanding Symmetrical Bumps in the Intimate Area: Causes and Concerns
Large granules in the genital area? I would like to ask the doctor, I recently noticed some symmetrical small bumps in my intimate area that disappear after showering but reappear the next day. This has been ongoing for several weeks, and I haven't had any sexual activity. W...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Hong: There are many reasons for small bumps on the skin in the intimate area. However, those that disappear are generally benign skin lesions, such as mild folliculitis or sebaceous cysts. Your situation should not be a cause for concern, but if you are still worried, ...[Read More] Understanding Symmetrical Bumps in the Intimate Area: Causes and Concerns
Can You Get Pregnant After Using a Condom with White Fluid Inside?
If there is white fluid inside the condom after intercourse and emergency contraception is taken afterward, the likelihood of pregnancy depends on several factors, including the timing of the medication and whether the condom was intact during intercourse. Emergency contraception...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, young one who is experiencing new things: Since a condom was used throughout the entire process and emergency contraception was taken within three to four hours, the theoretical risk of pregnancy is extremely low, so there is no need to worry.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Using a Condom with White Fluid Inside?
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Conception Risks After Unprotected Sex
Are you pregnant? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a couple of questions. 1. My girlfriend's menstrual cycle ended on August 18. We had unprotected intercourse on August 19. Is there a possibility of her becoming pregnant? 2. On August 20, we had intercourse again. ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Mr. Anonymous: If your girlfriend's menstrual cycle lasts less than seven days, then the chances of pregnancy from August 19 and August 20 are very low. If you are so concerned about your girlfriend becoming pregnant, it is best to use complete protection every time.[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Conception Risks After Unprotected Sex
Could My Girlfriend Be Pregnant? Common Concerns About Contraception
Are you pregnant? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask a couple of questions. 1. My girlfriend's menstrual cycle ended on August 18. We had unprotected intercourse on August 19. Is there a possibility of her becoming pregnant? 2. On August 20, we had intercourse again. The ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Your question has already been answered previously.[Read More] Could My Girlfriend Be Pregnant? Common Concerns About Contraception
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Conception Risks After Unprotected Sex
Are you pregnant? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you some questions. 1. My girlfriend's menstrual cycle just ended on August 18. We had unprotected intercourse on August 19. Is there a possibility of pregnancy? 2. On August 20, we had intercourse again. The first time...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Your question has already been answered.[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Conception Risks After Unprotected Sex
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Causes and Concerns
Menstrual issues Hello Doctor, I would like to consult you about a troubling issue I've been experiencing with my menstrual cycle over the past three months. My periods have been on July 8, August 2, and August 27. The flow has been very irregular; the day before the heavy f...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Hsin-Hsin: Based on your menstrual cycle over the past three months, it appears that your cycle is approximately 26 days long and quite regular, which suggests that you are likely experiencing ovulatory menstruation. A normal menstrual cycle typically ranges from 25 to...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Labial Bumps During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Genital issues Hello Doctor: I am currently 15 weeks pregnant. A few weeks ago, I noticed small bumps on the inner side of my labia while taking a shower. They resemble pimples but do not have anything to squeeze out, and they are completely painless and itch-free, so I didn'...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Dongdong: Your condition is likely a benign folliculitis, so there is no need to be overly concerned. However, if you are still worried, it would be best to consult a doctor for a proper evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Labial Bumps During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Understanding Cervical Inflammation: Treatment Effects and Concerns
Cervicitis Hello, after a health check-up, cervical inflammation was discovered, and I visited a gynecologist who prescribed two doses of suppositories for treatment. Just as I finished the treatment, my menstrual period started. Two days before my period, I noticed a small amoun...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Huang: Your situation should not be related to the use of suppositories. Some individuals may experience some premenstrual spotting a few days before their period, which is generally physiological and not a cause for concern. There is no need for a follow-up appointment...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Inflammation: Treatment Effects and Concerns
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Risks After Unprotected Sex
Are you pregnant? If you have been experiencing breast tenderness for 20 days before your period and have had unprotected sexual intercourse with ejaculation inside, there is a possibility of pregnancy. It is advisable to take a home pregnancy test or consult a healthcare profess...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Jiajia: Engaging in unprotected sexual intercourse twenty days before your period certainly carries the possibility of pregnancy. However, if your period has arrived, then there is no issue.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Risks After Unprotected Sex
Where to Find Mycoplasma Genitalium Testing in Taiwan?
Where in Taiwan can I find testing methods for drug sensitivity of Mycoplasma (reproductive mycoplasma)? I conducted a culture of mycoplasma secretions abroad and was infected with Mycoplasma hominis and Ureaplasma urealyticum. The incubation period seems to be three to four week...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Nana: I personally do not have much knowledge about Mycoplasma genitalium, and since you mentioned that National Taiwan University and Chang Gung University do not have testing methods for it, I apologize that I cannot answer your question. I suggest you seek further as...[Read More] Where to Find Mycoplasma Genitalium Testing in Taiwan?
Understanding Hemoptysis: When to Worry About Blood in Sputum
The issue of phlegm? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for taking the time to respond. In June, I had an upper respiratory tract infection. After the cold improved, I still had a cough, and one morning I coughed up phlegm mixed with blood about the size of a one-dollar coin. After intenti...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Pulmonology
Dear Ah Ping: The most common cause of hemoptysis is bronchitis. Recurrent hemoptysis requires a painless bronchoscopy, which is performed under general anesthesia. Any causal relationship is merely based on empirical data. Theoretically, this is correct; most cases of hemoptysis...[Read More] Understanding Hemoptysis: When to Worry About Blood in Sputum
Understanding Pain During Arousal: Common Gynecological Concerns
Every time I feel sexual arousal or when I start watching adult videos, I experience pain in my genital area? I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: It is recommended that an evaluation be conducted by a physician in an outpatient setting.[Read More] Understanding Pain During Arousal: Common Gynecological Concerns
Could You Be Pregnant? Understanding Early Signs and Symptoms
Are you pregnant? I had my period on July 5. I had sexual intercourse on July 7, July 9, and July 13. Starting on July 15, I experienced bloating and occasional sharp pains in my lower abdomen, similar to the feeling before my period. This lasted for three days. I had an ultrasou...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Baozi: Your menstruation just ended on July 5th, and even if you are pregnant now, an ultrasound or urine test would not be able to detect it. Based on the dates of your menstrual cycle, your symptoms may likely be related to ovulation. Abdominal bloating and sharp pa...[Read More] Could You Be Pregnant? Understanding Early Signs and Symptoms
Understanding Pregnancy Chances: What to Know About Your Cycle
Probability of Pregnancy Hello doctor, my last menstrual period was on May 24. I usually have a cycle of about 35 days. As of today, July 3, my period has not arrived, and I have no signs of pregnancy. I have taken pregnancy tests on June 28 and July 2, both showing a single line...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: Under normal circumstances, your menstruation should arrive around the end of June. You took a urine test on July 3rd and it showed no pregnancy, so you are likely not pregnant. Additionally, since there was no ejaculation during intercourse, the chances of conceptio...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances: What to Know About Your Cycle
Understanding Bartholin's Cyst: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Bartholin's gland cyst Hello, Doctor. I discovered a lump in my genital area and after researching online, it seems like a Bartholin's gland cyst. However, I read that 90% of cases are caused by gonorrhea. I then visited a gynecologist who confirmed it was a Bartholin&#...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Ms. Kun: Your condition is likely a Bartholin's gland abscess, which is not uncommon among women of reproductive age. The bacteria that typically cause this condition were previously often Neisseria gonorrhoeae, but current statistics show that most cases are caused b...[Read More] Understanding Bartholin's Cyst: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Experiencing Dizziness After Taking Birth Control Pills: Is It Normal?
Experiencing dizziness and discomfort after taking the contraceptive pill for the first time? Experiencing dizziness while taking birth control pills can feel like being on a boat, and the symptoms may persist for several hours, around five to six hours. This dizziness is somewha...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Aiko: The most common side effects of birth control pills are nausea, fatigue, and dizziness. Your symptoms are likely just typical side effects of the contraceptive, so there’s no need to worry too much. As for the risk of blood clots, it is indeed higher in individuals wi...[Read More] Experiencing Dizziness After Taking Birth Control Pills: Is It Normal?
Post-Menstrual Bleeding and Urinary Tract Infection: What to Know
Post-menstrual bleeding + urethritis? Due to reduced water intake during the summer and a long-standing habit of holding in urine, I previously experienced a urinary tract infection. This time, during my menstrual period, I also drank less water and felt a burning sensation when ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Deng Deng: Your condition is likely just a simple acute urinary tract infection (UTI). Hematuria associated with acute UTIs can sometimes temporarily resolve and then suddenly reappear, and it should not be specifically related to your sexual activity with your boyfrie...[Read More] Post-Menstrual Bleeding and Urinary Tract Infection: What to Know
Can Gynecologists Help with Non-Menstrual Headaches?
Pain medication is ineffective? Can I see a gynecologist for headaches that occur outside of my menstrual period?
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: For headaches that occur outside of your menstrual period, it is recommended that you see a neurologist or a family medicine physician.[Read More] Can Gynecologists Help with Non-Menstrual Headaches?
Can I Treat Yeast Infection with Cream Alone Without Oral Medication?
Can white cottage cheese discharge be treated with just topical ointments without taking oral medication? Doctor, I’m sorry to bother you, but I would like to ask a question. I previously had a Candida infection, but after treatment, I recovered. Recently, I noticed that my disch...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Yang: The first-line treatment for vaginal candidiasis is vaginal suppositories or oral medications. Topical ointments are generally only effective for treating skin fungal infections and cannot address vaginal inflammation.[Read More] Can I Treat Yeast Infection with Cream Alone Without Oral Medication?