Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Emergency Contraception: Your Questions Answered
Probability of Pregnancy I am the person who asked question #150997. I would like to add some information. I am unable to make changes... I took emergency contraceptive pills for the first time and stopped taking them around the 13th to 15th day (the pills were accidentally throw...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Anonymous: 1. Since you are taking birth control pills, you do not need to worry about pregnancy. 2. If you want to take a pregnancy test, you must wait until at least a week after finishing the birth control pills and if your period has not arrived yet, then the test ...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Emergency Contraception: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Bleeding: Possible Causes and Concerns
Menstrual issues Hello Doctor: My menstrual period started on September 16 and lasted for 7 days with a normal flow. However, this month on October 18, I experienced a slight brown discharge for 4 consecutive days (during this time, I had significant lower back pain, abdominal di...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Xiao Jia: Your situation is most likely due to menstrual irregularities, leading to a decreased menstrual flow. This menstrual period is likely an anovulatory cycle. As for your concern about pregnancy, since the urine test showed only one line, the likelihood is extr...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Bleeding: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Post-Sexual Bleeding: Causes and Concerns for Women
Postcoital bleeding Hello doctor, my last menstrual period started on August 31. I had sexual intercourse on August 24, and afterward, I noticed dark-colored discharge. For the next three to four days, I had some brown discharge that gradually became lighter until my period offic...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Fang: The causes of bleeding during sexual intercourse in young women are often related to cervical inflammation, cervical erosion, or may occur around ovulation or just before menstruation. Of course, some cases could be due to menstrual irregularities or early pregnan...[Read More] Understanding Post-Sexual Bleeding: Causes and Concerns for Women
Is It Menopause? Understanding Irregular Periods at 48
Am I in menopause? My last menstrual period started on August 23. Prior to that, my menstrual cycle has consistently ranged between 26 to 28 days. However, this month, I am already a week late with no signs of menstruation. During the period from September 3 to September 7 (the o...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Anonymous: The average age for women in Taiwan to reach menopause is around 51 years. In the two to four years prior to this, if there are common menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, palpitations, night sweats, or menstrual irregularities, it is referred to as per...[Read More] Is It Menopause? Understanding Irregular Periods at 48
Understanding the Link Between Masturbation and STDs: Key Insights
Masturbation and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) Hello, doctor. I have a habit of masturbation, but I only use my hand for external friction and have never inserted any objects. Recently, I noticed some bump-like formations on both sides of my labia majora that resemble pimp...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. C: Genital warts (commonly known as condyloma) are almost always transmitted through intimate sexual contact with an infected partner; they cannot be acquired through simple masturbation, so there is no need to worry. Your condition is likely folliculitis of the vulva, ...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Masturbation and STDs: Key Insights
Concerns About Medication Use During Pregnancy Preparation
Questions about medications for pregnancy preparation? Hello, doctor. I have issues with vaginitis and urethritis. A few days ago, I visited a gynecologist who prescribed vaginal suppositories for me. Additionally, I saw a urologist who noted inflammation and prescribed antibioti...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss: You don't need to worry too much about your situation. Theoretically, a medication would need to affect the fetus at least two to four weeks after conception. Since you are not even sure if you are pregnant yet, and your menstrual period has not even been missed,...[Read More] Concerns About Medication Use During Pregnancy Preparation
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Probability of Pregnancy You ovulated on August 8 and had intercourse on August 10. Your last menstrual period started on July 25 and ended on July 31. You took emergency contraception the day after intercourse at 1 PM, and you took it within 24 hours. What is the likelihood of p...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Anonymous: After reliable verification, emergency contraceptive pills are generally effective if taken within 48 hours after sexual intercourse, with a success rate between 90% and 95%. I suggest you try not to worry too much; once your period is overdue, you can take ...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Understanding Pregnancy Chances: When to Test and What to Expect
Probability of pregnancy? Hello doctor, I took emergency contraception from June 19 to June 23, and I had sexual intercourse on June 22 (using a condom with no ejaculation). I experienced a moderate menstrual period from June 30 to July 5, and from July 22 to July 28, I had a sma...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Anonymous: Your expected menstruation should have started on June 30, so it is confirmed that the sexual activity on June 22 did not result in pregnancy. As for your period not arriving by August 1, it depends on the length of your normal menstrual cycle. If it exceeds...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances: When to Test and What to Expect
Understanding Yaz Birth Control: Effectiveness, Timing, and Safety Tips
Yaz contraceptive pill Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask you some questions regarding the Yaz contraceptive pill. My menstrual cycle is consistently around 27/28 days, and I have only engaged in foreplay with my boyfriend, without any sexual intercourse. I started taking the 2...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Anonymous Sister: The Yaz birth control pill is designed with a regimen of 24 active pills and 4 inactive pills to indicate that after finishing the total of 28 pills, you should continue to the next pack regardless of which day of your menstrual cycle it is, without any b...[Read More] Understanding Yaz Birth Control: Effectiveness, Timing, and Safety Tips
Understanding Irregular Menstruation and Oral Health Issues After Pregnancy
Menstrual issues Hello Doctor, I recently gave birth nine and a half months ago. I stopped breastfeeding about two months ago. Around three months postpartum, I had a tooth extraction, and since then, I have been experiencing discomfort in my oral cavity. I have a burning pain an...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Lin: 1. You are concerned about whether you might experience early menopause. I believe that your current test results are normal and show no abnormalities, so it is unlikely. 2. As for whether your body is lacking anything, it should not be the case; at least that i...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstruation and Oral Health Issues After Pregnancy
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Concerns
Menstruation? Pregnancy? Hello doctor, I took emergency contraception from June 19 to June 23, and I had sexual intercourse on June 22 (with a condom and no ejaculation). From June 30 to July 5, I experienced medium flow of deep red blood (is this my period?). If I have my period...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, on June 30th, it could be the start of your menstrual period. If that’s the case, the likelihood of pregnancy on the 22nd is low, but you will need to wait until next month’s cycle to be 100% certain. Emergency contraception may affect one or two menstrual cycles, but gene...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Concerns
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Is It Menstruation or Something Else?
I'm sorry, but I cannot provide a translation without the specific So the bleeding on July 5th is not menstruation? If contraception was successful, will I still have my period this month? Last month it was from June 17 to June 27, so am I currently in my ovulation period? I...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Anonymous: The bleeding on July 5th should be considered abnormal bleeding due to the medication. It is difficult to predict whether menstruation will occur this month. As for the possibility of being in the ovulation period, it is unlikely because the normal menstrual...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Is It Menstruation or Something Else?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Can Pre-Ejaculate Cause Conception?
Probability of Pregnancy Hello, doctor. My menstrual cycle is regular, approximately 27 days. My last periods were from May 31 to June 7 and from June 26 to July 2, with the next expected period on July 23. Yesterday, on July 15, my boyfriend touched his penis with his left hand,...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Anonymous: If your menstrual cycle is as regular as you mentioned, around 27 to 28 days in May, June, and July, then the chances of conception eight days before your period are quite low, as ovulation would have already occurred. As for sperm survival, it generally la...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Can Pre-Ejaculate Cause Conception?
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Symptoms
Possible pregnancy? On May 19, my period started and ended on May 25. The day before my period ended, I had intimate contact, but there was no direct contact with genitalia. I am concerned about pre-ejaculate fluid being on my hands, even though I did not touch the vagina; my han...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Mr. Ah-Ming: If your sexual activity with your girlfriend only occurred the day before May 25th, theoretically, the chance of pregnancy is zero. This is because conception must occur around the time of ovulation, which is unlikely to happen on the sixth day of the menstrual...[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Symptoms
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Is It Ovulation or Menstruation?
Menstrual issues On June 29, I had unprotected intercourse and took emergency contraception three hours later. On July 5, I experienced bleeding, and I'm unsure if it was due to the emergency contraception or my menstrual period. However, the amount was similar to a normal f...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Anonymous: The bleeding on July 5th is likely related to the emergency contraceptive pill. Your last menstrual period was on June 17, so July 13 is unlikely to be an ovulation day; it may be due to menstrual irregularity or an impending period. The chances of pregnancy...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Is It Ovulation or Menstruation?
Brown Discharge After 4 Weeks on Birth Control: What to Do?
Experiencing brown discharge after taking birth control pills for four weeks? Hello, doctor. I am concerned about my upcoming swimming competition on June 28th and have been taking a 21-day birth control pill regimen starting from May 28th to prevent my period from arriving that ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Ms. Qi: You started taking the 21-day oral contraceptive on May 28, and theoretically, you would finish on the 17th. Generally, under normal circumstances of taking birth control pills, your period should start within a week after finishing the last pill. Therefore, the bl...[Read More] Brown Discharge After 4 Weeks on Birth Control: What to Do?
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Menstrual Irregularities
Are you pregnant? In March, my girlfriend and I engaged in some mutual rubbing while both wearing pants. I was wearing jeans, and I ejaculated a small amount onto her pants, specifically on the inner thigh, but it did not come into contact with her intimate area. I'm unsure ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Mr. Jacky: To determine whether it is pregnancy or a menstrual irregularity, it's best to first take a urine test to check for pregnancy. If the test is negative, you may consider taking medication to induce menstruation.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Menstrual Irregularities
Pregnancy Symptoms or Delayed Menstruation? Understanding Your Situation
I would like to ask whether the symptoms indicate a higher probability of pregnancy or a higher probability of menstruation? Hello Doctor: I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend on the 24th of last month. We did not use a condom, but there was no ejaculation inside. This mon...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Mr. Xxx: Your girlfriend's current condition may just be a menstrual irregularity. Since the urine test showed no pregnancy, there is no need to worry too much. If she continues to feel unwell due to the absence of her period, she may consider using medication to induc...[Read More] Pregnancy Symptoms or Delayed Menstruation? Understanding Your Situation
Understanding Vulvar Bumps: Causes and Treatment Options
There are many lumps in the vulvar area? After having intercourse with my husband, I didn't shower or urinate, and the next day I noticed several bumps on my vulva that looked like pimples. A day later, I found that there were even more, totaling over ten. Some of them have ...
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Hello Miss Xiao Fei: It's difficult to understand your condition through text alone; the skin lesions need to be seen by a doctor in person for an accurate diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Vulvar Bumps: Causes and Treatment Options
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Menstrual Cycle After Intercourse
Are you pregnant? Hello doctor, on May 25th, there was an encounter where I first used my hand, then had intercourse with a condom, and there was no ejaculation inside. Is there a possibility of pregnancy in this scenario? (He mentioned that he wiped with tissue before putting on...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss 123: Your boyfriend used a condom and did not ejaculate inside, so the chances of pregnancy are very, very low, and you shouldn't worry too much. After taking the emergency contraceptive pill, your period will generally come in about three to five days. You don&#x...[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Menstrual Cycle After Intercourse