Understanding Persistent Right Abdominal Pain: A Women's Health Perspective
Abdominal issues? In August, a week before my menstrual period, I experienced significant discomfort in my right abdomen and went to a gynecologist for an ultrasound. After the examination, the doctor said everything was fine. A few days later, I developed pain in my right lower ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Qian: It would be best for you to go to the hospital for a more detailed examination.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Right Abdominal Pain: A Women's Health Perspective
Understanding Post-Miscarriage Heavy Bleeding: When to Seek Help
Post-abortion hemorrhage Hello doctor, I experienced a miscarriage on August 8th and had heavy bleeding for a week. After that, the bleeding gradually decreased, and by August 15th, I went to the hospital where my condition was stable with minimal blood loss. The doctor said I wa...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Ning: Your condition is somewhat serious and complex. It is difficult to determine whether it is purely due to poor contraction or if there is uterine inflammation (blood tests have confirmed that it is clear). It would be best to visit a hospital for a doctor's ev...[Read More] Understanding Post-Miscarriage Heavy Bleeding: When to Seek Help
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women
Delayed menstruation? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend and I had multiple sexual encounters in July, during which we used condoms throughout and confirmed there were no breakages, and there were no risky actions involved. My girlfriend's period came on time in August, and since ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Mr. Longxian: Based on your description, it is unlikely that your girlfriend is pregnant. The changes in her routine and diet that you mentioned could certainly affect the delay in her menstrual cycle. If her period in August arrives as expected, then it would be considered...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women
Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Early Signs of Menstruation
Pregnancy test questions? Hello, my average menstrual cycle is about 33-35 days, and it is quite regular. My last period was from August 9 to September 4. I had unprotected intercourse on September 4, and my period has not arrived by September 16. I took a pregnancy test on Septe...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Apple: It should be your menstrual period. If you still have doubts, you can check again in a few days.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Early Signs of Menstruation
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities After First Sexual Experience
Delayed menstruation? Hello Doctor: My menstrual cycle has always been regular, coming every 28-30 days. This year, after my first sexual encounter, I developed a yeast infection, and my period lasted for 15 days before stopping. I'm wondering if the infection could have cau...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Ann: Generally, mild vaginal infections are not likely to cause an extension of the menstrual cycle, unless there is severe inflammation, which has a higher chance of affecting it. There are many reasons for menstrual irregularities, most of which are related to emotio...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities After First Sexual Experience
Impact of Iron Supplements on Menstrual Cycle: What You Need to Know
Menstrual issues Hello doctor, I have iron deficiency anemia and have recently started taking iron supplements. I would like to know if taking one tablet daily could cause my menstrual period to come earlier or be delayed? Is it okay to take iron supplements a few days before my ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Bubble: Taking iron supplements will not cause your menstrual period to come early or be delayed. It is also fine to take iron supplements a few days before your menstrual cycle.[Read More] Impact of Iron Supplements on Menstrual Cycle: What You Need to Know
Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Color: What Does Brown Blood Mean?
Abnormal menstrual color? Hello doctor, my girlfriend's menstrual cycle has always been irregular. Yesterday, she mentioned that her period came 4 days early (4 days earlier than the app predicted) and that the flow is brown, but the amount is normal and not less than usual....
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Xiaomi: The menstrual period is only four days early. Although the blood is brown, the amount is normal, so it should not be a concern. The brown color of menstrual blood may indicate that it has been present in the vagina for half a day or a day before it is noticed, and ...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Color: What Does Brown Blood Mean?
Why Your Period Might Be Delayed After Taking Emergency Contraception
The menstrual period did not arrive after taking the medication? I took oral contraceptives for six months and decided to stop for a month. My menstrual period started on August 13, and I stopped taking the pills after that (I had a 28-day cycle). On August 20 in the afternoon, I...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Loll: You are concerned about pregnancy, but a urine test must be taken after a missed period to be accurate. For example, if your last menstrual period started on August 13, a urine test would only be meaningful after September 13. Your irregular menstrual cycle this...[Read More] Why Your Period Might Be Delayed After Taking Emergency Contraception
Understanding Brown Discharge: Ovulation or Implantation Bleeding?
Discharge? Menstruation? Implantation? I had my period on August 29th. After having sexual intercourse on September 9th, I noticed some brown discharge on the 11th, which seemed to decrease on the 12th. However, on the 13th, I suddenly experienced bright red blood clots, but it w...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss QQ: Your situation may be due to ovulatory bleeding, rather than implantation bleeding, as the timing is not right yet. I suggest you wait a few more days to see if the bleeding stops on its own; if it does, there is likely no cause for concern.[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge: Ovulation or Implantation Bleeding?
Concerns About Breast Tenderness and Pregnancy After Medical Abortion
Medication-induced abortion, breast tenderness, and urine testing issues? Doctor, I took the first dose of medication for a medical abortion on August 19, and I experienced bleeding the next day. I took the second dose of medication on August 22, and there was also bleeding. Duri...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Hao: The faint second line on your urine test result is completely normal and does not indicate that you have not cleared the pregnancy hormones from your body. Typically, it takes about three to four weeks for the residual pregnancy hormones to be metabolized completel...[Read More] Concerns About Breast Tenderness and Pregnancy After Medical Abortion
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Early Pregnancy Bleeding?
Is it safe to take traditional Chinese medicine during early pregnancy with unstable bleeding? Since I found out I was pregnant on August 23, I have been experiencing continuous bleeding, and today I had a significant amount of bright red blood, similar to a menstrual flow. I wen...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Wen: Whether or not to see a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner is your own choice, and I cannot comment on that. However, if your bleeding increases and resembles menstrual flow, it is best to consult your doctor to determine if a blood test is necessary to conf...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Early Pregnancy Bleeding?
Understanding Pain During Intercourse and Changes in Discharge
Dyspareunia and discharge? Hello, doctor. I have two questions to ask you: 1) Pain during intercourse. I was a virgin before being with my boyfriend, who is not. We currently have stable and normal sexual activity, but I notice that there is pain only at the beginning, not during...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Mint: Regarding your first question, it is unclear and I cannot understand it. If your vaginal discharge is not increasing, has no odor, and does not cause itching, and you are not experiencing any discomfort, it is certainly fine to continue monitoring it.[Read More] Understanding Pain During Intercourse and Changes in Discharge
Understanding the Connection Between Pap Smears and HPV: Key Insights for Women
The relationship between Pap smear tests and HPV? I have a habit of getting a Pap smear every year. Last year's results were normal, but this year they are abnormal. I am currently waiting for a follow-up appointment for a biopsy, and I wanted to get some information beforeh...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Wang: 1. The National Health Insurance Administration stipulates that free Pap smear tests are available for women aged 30 and above. Of course, if a doctor suspects cervical abnormalities, a Pap smear can be performed under health insurance coverage. 2. Whether to a...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Pap Smears and HPV: Key Insights for Women
Understanding Delayed Menstruation Without Sexual Activity: Causes and Insights
Menstrual delay without sexual intercourse? Hello, doctor. My menstrual cycles are from April 3 to April 10, May 4 to May 11, June 4 to June 11, and July 7 to July 13. Since my period ended in July, I have not had any sexual intercourse with my boyfriend, so I haven't taken ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Chen: The menstrual cycle can be easily affected by emotional stress, changes in daily routine, illness, or diet. For example, consuming too many cold or spicy foods can also have an impact.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation Without Sexual Activity: Causes and Insights
Swollen and Painful Area Near Clitoris: When to See a Gynecologist?
Painful swelling and skin breakdown beside the clitoris? Two days ago, while taking a shower, I noticed slight swelling on the inner left side of my clitoris, which is painful to touch. Today, upon further observation, I found that the swollen area has a small patch of broken ski...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Chang: It is recommended that you wait a few more days to see if there is any improvement. If not, you can consult a gynecologist.[Read More] Swollen and Painful Area Near Clitoris: When to See a Gynecologist?
Understanding Pregnancy Doubts: Irregular Cycles and Testing Accuracy
Suspected pregnancy? Hello doctor, I had my period from August 9 to August 14, and I took medication to induce menstruation before that. On August 17, I had intimate relations with my boyfriend, but he did not fully penetrate and withdrew quickly without ejaculation. After that, ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Anonymous: Your last menstrual period was on August 9th, so you should wait until after September 9th to take a urine test to check for pregnancy; testing too early will not be effective. I recommend that you take a urine test if your period has not arrived after one ...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Doubts: Irregular Cycles and Testing Accuracy
Understanding Pregnancy Signs: Is It the Pill or Early Symptoms?
Are you pregnant? Hello doctor, my partner and I had sexual intercourse on September 4th. She is unsure if the condom broke, but I remember it didn't. Two days after the intercourse, she suddenly experienced abdominal pain, and on September 10th, she had light bleeding (whic...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Mr. Zhou: I am not aware of when your partner's menstrual period in August occurred, so I cannot answer your question. You mentioned that her period is due on September 24, and today is only September 11, so I'm not sure what you mean. If she continues to experien...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Signs: Is It the Pill or Early Symptoms?
Delayed Period, Abdominal Pain, and Increased Discharge: What to Know
Delayed menstruation, lower abdominal pain, increased discharge? Doctor, my last menstrual period was from August 2 to August 6, with a cycle length of 30 days. I noticed pink discharge on August 15 and August 25, but it was brief. Today, my period is 11 days late. Sometimes I ex...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Gui Gui: To determine if you are pregnant, you definitely need to take a urine test. I suggest you take the test soon so you won't feel so anxious.[Read More] Delayed Period, Abdominal Pain, and Increased Discharge: What to Know
What Does Blood Testing Reveal After Gynecological Procedures?
Blood tests are used to evaluate various aspects of health, including the levels of different substances in the blood, the function of organs, and the presence of Last time, I went to the gynecology department for laser treatment for genital warts. After the surgery, I had a bloo...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Tainan girl: You have genital warts, and the doctor will perform a blood test, which may also check for other sexually transmitted infections. For detailed information on what will be examined, you should ask your doctor for clarification. Genital warts can easily recur, so...[Read More] What Does Blood Testing Reveal After Gynecological Procedures?
Is It Really Genital Warts? Understanding Your Symptoms and Diagnosis
Is it really cauliflower? Hello Doctor: 1. A few days ago, I noticed several small, rough bumps around my vagina and anus (they are small, not many, cannot be picked off, and are neither painful nor itchy; I observed them before going to the clinic, and they haven't increa...
Dr. Huang Yiwen reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss Anonymous: Your questions are too detailed and complex. I suggest you follow your doctor's instructions and avoid being overly suspicious or thinking that the doctor has misdiagnosed you. You may also seek a second opinion from another physician.[Read More] Is It Really Genital Warts? Understanding Your Symptoms and Diagnosis