Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Fertility Signs After Intercourse
Prostatic fluid The last menstrual period was on February 3rd, with a regular cycle of about 27 days. Sexual intercourse occurred on February 14th (which is presumed to be a fertile period). The first sexual encounter involved dry humping without a condom, and there was no contac...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear U, 1. The situation you described still presents a possibility of pregnancy. Although the sperm count in pre-ejaculate fluid is not high (it's challenging to provide an exact number, as some studies have encountered difficulties in collecting pre-ejaculate fluid, such ...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Fertility Signs After Intercourse
Understanding Uterine Cramps: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Uterine cramping The triangular area in females refers to the lower abdomen, where there has been intermittent pain on both the left and right sides, along with occasional cramping and bloating in the middle, resembling menstrual discomfort. The lower abdomen also experiences sim...
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Dear Anonymous, Since I'm not sure if you have had sexual intercourse, I still recommend taking a pregnancy test due to your delayed menstruation. However, since you are also experiencing abdominal pain, it is best to have a thorough examination by a gynecologist. After di...[Read More] Understanding Uterine Cramps: Causes, Symptoms, and Remedies
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns for Women
Intermenstrual bleeding Hello, doctor! My menstrual cycle has always been very regular. My last period started on January 27 and lasted for 6 to 7 days. On February 4, I had intimate contact with my boyfriend (the first time involving one finger insertion and genital rubbing). Th...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Anonymous, 1. Based on your description, the bleeding you are experiencing is more likely due to ovulation bleeding or bleeding caused by intercourse or friction. Although vaginal intercourse was not completed, there is still a possibility of pregnancy. If your period is de...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns for Women
Is Masturbation Considered Sexual Activity in Gynecological Consultations?
Is masturbation considered sexual activity? Hello, doctor: If I have a habit of masturbation (but have not engaged in sexual intercourse with others), how should I respond if the physician asks about sexual activity during a gynecological visit?
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Anonymous, During your visit, we inquire about sexual activity primarily to determine if there has been vaginal intercourse, as we are concerned about potential damage to the hymen during the pelvic examination. If your activities are limited to masturbation, please simply...[Read More] Is Masturbation Considered Sexual Activity in Gynecological Consultations?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Probability of Pregnancy Hello doctor, my last menstrual period ended on January 28. I had no sexual intercourse with my boyfriend on February 7, but there was about a minute of friction between his glans and my vagina, with no obvious ejaculation. On February 8 (which my app ind...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Gua, It is recommended to take emergency contraception within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse. While this contraceptive method has a high efficacy rate, it is not 100% effective and may disrupt your menstrual cycle. If your period is delayed by a week or more, it is...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Can You Get Pregnant If a Condom Breaks Without Ejaculation?
The condom was used, but there was no ejaculation? Your girlfriend had her menstrual period from August 1 to August 13, and her cycle typically lasts around 32 days, but it has been irregular over the past couple of months, extending to 36 days. They had intercourse on January 19...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Anxious Giraffe, Based on the information you provided, your expected menstrual date was February 13. I usually recommend waiting another week until February 20. If your period still hasn't arrived by then, you should take a pregnancy test. The emergency contraceptive...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant If a Condom Breaks Without Ejaculation?
Missed Period: Could It Be Irregularity or Pregnancy?
Menstrual issues Around December 23 was when my period was supposed to arrive, but it hasn't come yet. On January 29, after unprotected intercourse, I took emergency contraception and bought a pregnancy test, but I had unprotected intercourse again that night (both instances...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Fish, The possibility of pregnancy cannot be ruled out. It is recommended to visit an obstetrician-gynecologist for another test. If pregnancy is not confirmed, the doctor can prescribe medication to induce menstruation as needed. Dr. Huang Zifei, Department of Obstetric...[Read More] Missed Period: Could It Be Irregularity or Pregnancy?
Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Are They Safe After Unprotected Intercourse?
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello doctor, my period started on January 5 and lasted for 5 days. I had intercourse on January 15, and my husband withdrew before ejaculation. However, I felt a slight sensation of semen after putting on my underwear, so I took emergency contracepti...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Sen Sen, Emergency contraception is recommended to be taken within 72 hours, and the sooner it is taken after sexual intercourse, the more effective it is. However, emergency contraception is not 100% effective. If your period is delayed by a week, it is advisable to take a...[Read More] Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Are They Safe After Unprotected Intercourse?
Do Antibiotics Affect Birth Control Pills? Understanding Drug Interactions
Drug interactions Hello doctor, I would like to ask if I am currently taking the contraceptive pill Yaz and I took one dose of the antibiotic ST006 two days ago due to an eye infection. Will this cause any interactions that might reduce the effectiveness of the contraceptive? Tha...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Anonymous, The medication you mentioned may be Xinfaoxin capsules, which belong to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics. The impact is minimal, but if you are concerned about pregnancy, it is still advisable to use condoms and employ additional contraceptive methods for d...[Read More] Do Antibiotics Affect Birth Control Pills? Understanding Drug Interactions
Can You Get Pregnant from Contact with Sperm on a Condom?
Can I get pregnant? If your girlfriend's menstrual period started on December 11 and you are unsure when it ended, it's important to note that menstrual cycles can vary. If you had contact with sperm on December 25 and then touched the outside of the condom before penet...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear, hello: Considering the dates, your girlfriend may be at risk. If the condom came into contact with her own secretions and then touched the outside, it may not provide effective contraception. Therefore, if your girlfriend's menstruation is delayed by a week, please tak...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Contact with Sperm on a Condom?
Effects of Intercourse After Taking RU486: What You Need to Know
After taking the first dose of RU486? I would like to ask if having unprotected intercourse on the same day after taking the first dose of the medication will have any effects. Is there a possibility of becoming pregnant again?
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Fei Fei, Since you were still in a state of pregnancy at the time of receiving the first dose, there is no possibility of becoming pregnant again immediately. However, if your partner does not use condoms or any form of contraception after the medication-induced abortion is...[Read More] Effects of Intercourse After Taking RU486: What You Need to Know
Understanding and Managing Vulvar Itching: Causes and Solutions
Genital itching Hello, I started experiencing some itching in the vulva (the labia majora, the skin below the pubic hair, and the clitoral hood) around last weekend, along with occasional prickling sensations, but there is no pain. Over the past few days, while showering, I notic...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Anonymous, Based on the situation you described, it may be vulvar inflammation. It is recommended to use a gentle body wash or a perineal cleanser to wash the vulva, and avoid rinsing with water that is too hot. Additionally, refrain from wearing non-breathable underwear or...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Vulvar Itching: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain and Delayed Menstruation: What Could It Mean?
Lower abdominal discomfort or pain? I would like to ask the doctor, my menstrual period has been delayed for over a month, but I have not had any sexual intercourse. I often feel a dull pain in my lower abdomen, but my period still hasn't arrived. Could this be due to inflam...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear J, Sometimes menstrual irregularities can cause delays and lower abdominal discomfort. It is recommended to visit a gynecologist for an examination before prescribing any medications to induce menstruation. If the menstrual period arrives and the discomfort persists, it is...[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain and Delayed Menstruation: What Could It Mean?
How to Accurately Determine Your Conception Date
To confirm the date of pregnancy? The last menstrual period was on July 13. An ultrasound on September 6 showed a gestational age of 7 weeks and 0 days, with a margin of ±12 days (due date April 25 of the following year). Another ultrasound indicated a gestational age of 7 weeks ...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear M, Basically, it is not possible to accurately predict which day of unprotected intercourse occurred within three consecutive days using ultrasound, unless it is more than a week apart, which would make it easier to determine. I apologize for not being able to answer your ...[Read More] How to Accurately Determine Your Conception Date
Missed Period: Could I Be Pregnant After Unprotected Intercourse?
Delayed menstruation? Doctor, my period was supposed to start on October 13, but I had unprotected intercourse on October 11 (and did not take emergency contraception). I thought I would be safe during this time, but now it's October 17 and my period is four days late. Somet...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Aya, There is still a chance of pregnancy even during the safe period if unprotected intercourse occurs. If your period is delayed by a week, it is advisable to take a pregnancy test. For future contraception, using preemptive contraceptive pills and condoms are methods wi...[Read More] Missed Period: Could I Be Pregnant After Unprotected Intercourse?
Can You Get Pregnant If the Condom is Removed During Intercourse?
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, my menstrual period was from September 25 to September 29. I had intercourse with my boyfriend on October 16, but he pulled out the condom halfway and there was penetration. Is there a chance I could be pregnant? I'm feeling a bit worried no...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Sir/Madam, If the condom is removed halfway and then reinserted into the vagina, it loses its effectiveness as a contraceptive. If your period is delayed by more than a week next month, please remember to take a pregnancy test. For any other concerns, please visit a gyneco...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant If the Condom is Removed During Intercourse?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances and Menstrual Irregularities
Pregnancy probability 1. Based on the information provided, if you had protected intercourse with a condom and there was no breakage, the likelihood of pregnancy is low. However, no contraceptive method is 100% effective, so there is still a small possibility. 2. It is not uncom...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Ms. Chen, 1. The effectiveness of condoms for contraception ranges from approximately 85% to 98%. If you wish to increase the contraceptive efficacy, it is recommended to consider the use of oral contraceptive pills in conjunction, as dual contraception provides better prot...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances and Menstrual Irregularities
Can You Get Pregnant from Precum During Manual Stimulation?
Can I get pregnant? If there was no sexual intercourse and you only engaged in manual stimulation, the likelihood of pregnancy is very low. However, if there was semen on your fingers and you accidentally touched your vagina, there is a small risk of sperm entering the vaginal ca...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Monkey, There is still a chance of pregnancy if semen accidentally comes into contact with the vagina. If you were fully clothed at the time, the likelihood of pregnancy is relatively low. However, if your period is delayed by a week, it is advisable to take a pregnancy te...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Precum During Manual Stimulation?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances and Symptoms After Abortion
The likelihood of becoming pregnant after an abortion? 1. What is the likelihood of pregnancy? 2. Why are there symptoms such as abdominal pain, lower back pain, edema, breast tenderness, and frequent urination? 3. Why is there nausea and a desire to vomit after such a long time?...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Anonymous, 1. Please take your girlfriend for a pregnancy test. 2. I am most concerned about the possibility of pregnancy, so we need to rule that out first. A consultation with a physician will help identify the underlying cause. 3. Sometimes gastrointestinal symptoms or p...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances and Symptoms After Abortion
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Testing Options
Am I pregnant? Hello doctor, my menstrual period was from September 6 to September 11, and I had another occurrence on September 18. However, this morning, September 23, I suddenly felt nauseous and wanted to vomit. I would like to ask if this could be a sign of pregnancy? Can I ...
Dr. Huang Zifei reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear little sister, Usually, we inquire about the status of your last menstrual period to make a judgment. However, you can take a pregnancy test first. If your period hasn't arrived by October 18, take another test to assess your pregnancy status. If you have any other co...[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Testing Options