Can You Get Pregnant After Abortion If Your Partner Ejaculates Inside?
Can I get pregnant after having an abortion if I have unprotected intercourse? I took medication to terminate my pregnancy on October 3rd, and now I'm experiencing only a little bit of brown discharge. My boyfriend ejaculated inside me on October 8th. Is there a possibility ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Hsu: It is unlikely that you became pregnant from sexual intercourse on October 8th, as ovulation had not yet occurred.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Abortion If Your Partner Ejaculates Inside?
Understanding Irregular Periods: When to Seek Medical Advice
Irregular menstrual period? I took medication to induce my period because I hadn't had one for three months. The doctor mentioned that I was under a lot of stress. After finishing the medication, if my flow is very light or if I don't get my period, I need to go back fo...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Liang: Your recent menstrual period may be an anovulatory cycle, which is why it differs from your previous menstrual patterns. There's no need to be anxious. I suggest you wait a few more days to observe. If the bleeding continues for more than ten days without de...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: When to Seek Medical Advice
Is It Safe to Start Birth Control Pills During Your Period?
Effective contraception Hello doctor, this is my first time taking birth control pills. My period started around noon on September 27, and today (October 3) I visited a gynecologist. The doctor told me to take the first pill immediately and then continue taking it at noon. Howeve...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Fish: If you have never taken birth control pills before, you should start the first pack on the first day of your period, and then begin the second pack on the fifth day of your period. What the doctor told you is correct, so there is no need to be anxious or doubtfu...[Read More] Is It Safe to Start Birth Control Pills During Your Period?
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Menstruation is delayed by 19 days? I had my period from August 14 to August 20. I had intercourse on August 21, but there was no ejaculation. I expected my period to arrive on September 14, but it hasn't come yet. I took a pregnancy test, and it showed one line. A week late...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Fishh: When menstruation does not arrive at the expected time, its characteristics can change. For example, the duration, flow, and color may vary. Your period was originally due on September 14, but it arrived a week late, which is referred to as an anovulatory menstr...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Is There Still a Chance of Pregnancy After Taking Emergency Contraception?
Is there still a chance of pregnancy in this situation? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend and I had sexual intercourse in mid-June and early July, both during her safe period and without ejaculation. After the early July encounter, she took emergency contraception the next day. In lat...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Shui Jun: Your girlfriend's condition is likely not caused by the emergency contraceptive pill, as she took it two months ago and its effects would have already worn off.[Read More] Is There Still a Chance of Pregnancy After Taking Emergency Contraception?
Can You Still Get Pregnant After Irregular Periods? Expert Insights
Is there still a chance of pregnancy in this situation? (#112968) Hello, doctor. I am the inquirer with the ID <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/112968">#112968</a>. I forgot to mention that my girlfriend had her menstrual periods at the end of July, Augus...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Shui Jun: The effects of emergency contraceptive pills on menstrual irregularities typically last only for that one cycle and do not persist for long. The pattern of menstruation can also be influenced by your diet; for example, consuming too many spicy or cold foods can a...[Read More] Can You Still Get Pregnant After Irregular Periods? Expert Insights
Is It Normal to Have Thick Clear Discharge After Intercourse?
Clear, viscous fluid the day after intercourse? Dear Doctor: I would like to ask, after having intercourse, I notice a clear fluid discharge the next morning (similar to a thick vaginal discharge). Is this normal?
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Ting: The clear white fluid observed the day after sexual intercourse could be residual semen or cervical mucus. This is completely normal and quite common.[Read More] Is It Normal to Have Thick Clear Discharge After Intercourse?
Could I Have Pelvic Inflammatory Disease After Taking Emergency Contraception?
Is it pelvic inflammatory disease? Hello Doctor: In mid-April of this year, I took Ella (emergency contraceptive pill). Since my menstrual cycle in April, my period has been starting 3-5 days earlier each month, and the flow has been significantly lighter compared to before takin...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Anonymous: Your current situation is likely not related to the emergency contraceptive pill; it may be due to recent changes in your body or variations in your lifestyle. Your symptoms sound very much like premenstrual syndrome (PMS). If the abdominal pain resolves af...[Read More] Could I Have Pelvic Inflammatory Disease After Taking Emergency Contraception?
Can Medication Safely Terminate a 7-Week Pregnancy?
Abortion issues Since I am still studying, I am just over three months pregnant with my first child. My financial situation is not very stable, and my family is against having another child. Therefore, I personally plan to terminate the pregnancy. The embryo is 0.5 cm in size, an...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Lin: It is generally safer to perform a surgical procedure if the pregnancy has exceeded seven weeks, as larger embryos can lead to incomplete miscarriages when medication is used.[Read More] Can Medication Safely Terminate a 7-Week Pregnancy?
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Causes and Concerns
Menstruation has not stopped since September 16? My situation is that my period started a week early, and the blood was almost black. At first, the flow was normal (light on the first day, heavier on days 2-3, lighter on days 4-7), but then it continued with light bleeding that d...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Anonymous: Your menstrual cycle may be irregular, but it may take some time for medication to help regulate it. If the ultrasound examination shows no abnormalities, there is no need to be overly concerned.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Vulvar Bumps: When to See a Gynecologist or Dermatologist
Genital issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I have developed a swollen area in my vulva that resembles a mosquito bite, approximately twice the size of normal. It feels fluid-filled (not solid) upon touch and has been present for almost a week (it appeared towards the end of my menst...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss 123: It is difficult to diagnose skin lesions based on verbal descriptions. It is advisable to have a gynecologist examine them first.[Read More] Understanding Vulvar Bumps: When to See a Gynecologist or Dermatologist
Understanding Cauliflower Treatment: Duration and Pregnancy Considerations
Cauliflower treatment cycle? 1. The treatment for genital warts (cauliflower) and herpes is not the same. While both conditions are caused by viruses, genital warts are typically treated with topical medications like imiquimod or podophyllin, whereas herpes is treated with antivi...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Cocoa: I do not understand the ingredients of the medication "Zhenke Shu" (Zinc Oxide Ointment), so I cannot tell you whether it can treat warts. I suggest you ask the prescribing doctor for clarification. Theoretically, there are specific ointments for trea...[Read More] Understanding Cauliflower Treatment: Duration and Pregnancy Considerations
Understanding Vaginal Itching: Causes and Self-Care Tips
Genital issues I have been experiencing itching in my genital area for a while, and sometimes I develop something that looks like pimples or scratch small wounds. Can it heal on its own? Are there any self-improvement methods? P.S. I have no experience with sexual intercourse or ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Small wounds or pimples near the vagina that occur due to itching are mostly referred to as folliculitis. If they do not become larger or swollen and painful, there is no need to see a doctor; they will generally heal on their own, so there is no need to worry.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Itching: Causes and Self-Care Tips
Is a 0.6cm Fetus Normal Size at 5 Weeks Pregnant?
Pregnancy cycle Doctor, is it normal for a baby to be 0.6 cm at five weeks of pregnancy? The doctor said it has been three weeks since conception, making it five weeks of gestation.
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Fish: Your condition is still within the normal range. If you are concerned, you can follow up with an ultrasound in a week to see if there is any growth, which will help determine if everything is normal.[Read More] Is a 0.6cm Fetus Normal Size at 5 Weeks Pregnant?
Is Brown Lochia After Childbirth Normal? Understanding Postpartum Recovery
Lochia postpartum Hello, doctor. I would like to ask, I just gave birth to my first child four weeks ago, but I am still experiencing lochia, which is brown in color. Is this normal?
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Mi Mi: The lochia after childbirth typically lasts about four to six weeks. You can observe for another one to two weeks, and if the lochia has not resolved after two weeks, you can consult your doctor. There's no need to worry too much.[Read More] Is Brown Lochia After Childbirth Normal? Understanding Postpartum Recovery
Understanding Sudden Changes in Menstrual Blood Color: What You Need to Know
Sudden bright red color? Hello Doctor: On September 21, my menstrual blood was brown, but on the night of September 23, it suddenly turned bright red. Does this count as my period? It was still bright red on September 26; is this normal?
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Apple: The pattern of menstruation can be easily influenced by your diet or physical condition, and slight changes are normal. If there are no significant changes, there is no need to worry too much. You can observe for a few more days, and if your menstruation stops ...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Changes in Menstrual Blood Color: What You Need to Know
Impact of Weight Loss Pills on Fetal Development: A Doctor's Insight
I took weight loss pills 4 weeks before becoming pregnant? Hello, Dr. Huang! My last menstrual period was on August 24. I took a Japanese weight loss supplement. The ingredients of the Japanese SOS weight loss product include chitosan, L-carnitine, mushrooms, probiotics, lactose,...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Xiao Qiao: The ingredients in the weight loss products you listed appear to have no adverse effects on the fetus, so there is no need for concern.[Read More] Impact of Weight Loss Pills on Fetal Development: A Doctor's Insight
Understanding Vaginal Discharge: Is It a Sign of Infection?
The discharge is thick, milky white with a slight yellow tint, and it is uncertain whether it is vaginitis? Last night, I noticed an increased amount of discharge, with some dried residue on my underwear that felt somewhat like an ointment. The vaginal discharge is more like a th...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss 123: If the discharge is increasing and you feel a bit concerned, it's definitely better to have a doctor take a look.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Discharge: Is It a Sign of Infection?
Understanding Brown Spotting Between Periods: Causes and Concerns
Brown spotting outside of the menstrual period? Hello, my last menstrual period was from September 7 to September 12, and the one before that was from August 1 to August 6. On September 20, I started noticing a small amount of brown discharge, which I found on my underwear. It do...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Hsiao-Hsi: Your light bleeding accompanied by lower abdominal pain could possibly be caused by ovulation, but it may also be due to menstrual irregularities. If you are concerned, it would be best to consult a gynecologist for a proper evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Brown Spotting Between Periods: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Unusual Menstrual Blood Colors and Irregularities
The color of menstrual blood is unusual? Hello doctor, my last menstrual period was from August 18 to August 23. However, on September 14, I started to notice brown discharge that lasted for four days, similar to my menstrual flow. What could this mean? Additionally, my expected ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Anonymous: Your situation may be due to menstrual irregularities, where your period arrives earlier than expected or is delayed when it should occur. The most common causes of menstrual irregularities in adolescents include irregular sleep patterns, stress, emotional ...[Read More] Understanding Unusual Menstrual Blood Colors and Irregularities