Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Discharge: Causes and Concerns
Abnormal discharge Hello, doctor: I have recently noticed that for about a week, I have been experiencing a small amount of dark red vaginal discharge, but there is no unusual odor. I am unsure if this is due to inflammation or if it could be leftover menstrual blood (as my perio...
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Hello: If you experience abnormal bleeding, you should come in for a consultation. An ultrasound should be performed, and if you have had sexual intercourse, a pelvic examination and Pap smear should also be conducted. If necessary, blood tests should be done to determine the cau...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Discharge: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Labial Itching: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Labial itching Since the beginning of this winter, I have been experiencing itching of my labia, which mainly occurs when a cold front arrives and the weather becomes very cold. When the weather improves, the symptoms also get better. Therefore, I am unsure whether this is due to...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Please visit the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Hsinchu Hospital when you experience itching again.[Read More] Understanding Labial Itching: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Bleeding during intercourse? Hello, doctor: I have been worried about this issue. My period was late this time. Because of my concern, I took a urine test and a blood test, but everything came back normal. A few days later, my period started (3 days late). Then, 7 to 10 days afte...
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Hello: You should come for an examination immediately. If the urine pregnancy test is negative, pregnancy can be ruled out. The cause of the bleeding will need to be investigated further. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Understanding Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Pregnancy Concerns: Impact of Pineapple and Preventing Preeclampsia
Questions from Expecting Mothers Is there any impact on pregnant women consuming bitter melon? I had gestational hypertension during my last pregnancy. How can I prevent it and manage my diet in the next pregnancy? Thank you.
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Hello: 1. Arecoline in betel nut and safrole in the nutmeg tree both inhibit the endothelial cells of the umbilical cord, increasing the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, congenital malformations, and gestational toxemia to more than twice that of the general population. 2. Regula...[Read More] Pregnancy Concerns: Impact of Pineapple and Preventing Preeclampsia
Understanding Ovulation Bleeding: Causes and Implications for Conception
Ovulation bleeding Hello, I am a married woman who wants to conceive. I have been tracking my basal body temperature for several months. Although I observe fluctuations between low and high temperatures, it does not follow the typical pattern where the temperature drops before ov...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: 1. Please measure your basal body temperature using the OV scale. If one morning your temperature suddenly rises above the red line (OV 24 degrees) and is greater than OV 5 degrees compared to the previous day, it may indicate ovulation. 2. Basic infertility evaluations in...[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Bleeding: Causes and Implications for Conception
Understanding Women's Health: Back Pain, Abdominal Issues, and Unusual Bleeding
The presence of lower back pain, abdominal pain, non-menstrual bleeding, and dizziness in women may indicate several potential conditions. These could include: 1. Ectopic pregnancy 2. Ovarian cyst rupture 3. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) 4. Endometriosis 5. Miscarriage 6. Ut...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Please come in for an examination. It is really impossible to provide an answer based solely on the described symptoms. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Understanding Women's Health: Back Pain, Abdominal Issues, and Unusual Bleeding
Is Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Safe During Early Pregnancy? Expert Insights
Taking the traditional Chinese medicine Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao during the first three months of pregnancy..? Hello Doctor: Before I became pregnant, I was taking Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao to adjust my constitution as recommended by a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. After I beca...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: 1. For inquiries regarding Erxian Jiao, please consult the Traditional Chinese Medicine department. 2. The results of a high-level ultrasound will not guarantee that everything is normal; it can only indicate that no obvious structural abnormalities were observed. Many fet...[Read More] Is Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao Safe During Early Pregnancy? Expert Insights
Understanding Endometriosis: Is It a Serious Condition?
excuse me? What is endometriosis? Is it a serious condition?
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: You can search online for "endometriosis," and there is a wealth of information available. Hsinchu City Hospital Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Understanding Endometriosis: Is It a Serious Condition?
Is It Safe to Fly During Pregnancy? Essential Tips for Expecting Mothers
Is it safe to fly during pregnancy? Dear Doctor, I am currently one month pregnant and living in the United States. However, I really want to visit my parents in Taiwan next month or in the following two months. I am quite worried because this is my first pregnancy, and both my ...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: During pregnancy, it is advisable to avoid excessive fatigue from long-distance flights. Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Is It Safe to Fly During Pregnancy? Essential Tips for Expecting Mothers
Understanding Menstrual Cramps and Diarrhea: Causes and Solutions
Menstrual issues..? Hello doctor, I have a friend who experiences severe abdominal pain and diarrhea every time she has her period. Why does this happen? Thank you for your response.
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: It could be endometriosis, or it might just be a manifestation of her individual physiological menstrual cycle. A diagnostic examination is needed to determine the cause. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Cramps and Diarrhea: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Complete Placenta Previa: Risks and Delivery Options
Please provide your questions regarding placenta previa? Hello, I am currently 24 weeks and 5 days pregnant with my third child. The fetus is healthy and has grown to 26 weeks. My first two pregnancies were natural and full-term. However, I have been diagnosed with complete place...
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Hello: The placenta may have the opportunity to move upward as the pregnancy progresses, but this is not guaranteed. Therefore, if the placenta remains low and obstructs the pathway for natural delivery by the time of full term, it is referred to as placenta previa, which necessi...[Read More] Understanding Complete Placenta Previa: Risks and Delivery Options
Understanding Conception Timing After Taking Emergency Contraceptives
If you took birth control pills and still became pregnant, how can you calculate the conception date? Hello doctor, I am 94 years old. I got my period around Christmas last year, but my menstrual cycle has always been irregular. This time, it only lasted for one day. Then, during...
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Hello: If the ultrasound on February 1, 2006, indicates a gestational age of 5 weeks and 6 days, then counting back to 2 weeks (January 5, 2006) would suggest a possible date of ovulation and conception. This is merely a possible estimation; to confirm paternity, a DNA test must ...[Read More] Understanding Conception Timing After Taking Emergency Contraceptives
Post-Surgery Recovery: Key Questions After Laparoscopic Ovarian Cyst Removal
Could you please provide more details or specify what you would like to know about postoperative recovery? Hello Doctor: I underwent laparoscopic surgery for a chocolate cyst on January 23rd of this year, which was about 6 cm on the right side and adhered to my intestines. I woul...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello; only your primary surgeon is most familiar with the condition inside your abdomen and the surgical process. You should ask your primary surgeon for detailed information, as patients have the right to know. If you still find it difficult to understand the explanation from y...[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery: Key Questions After Laparoscopic Ovarian Cyst Removal
Understanding Yellow Discharge After Intercourse: Is It Normal?
Discharge after sexual intercourse? Hello doctor, my boyfriend and I engage in sexual activity about once every 5-7 days. Afterward, I sometimes experience a larger amount of watery yellow discharge that lasts for about 2-3 days, but there is no odor and no discomfort in the geni...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
If there is yellow discharge from the vagina, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation to rule out the possibility of vaginitis or other gynecological conditions.[Read More] Understanding Yellow Discharge After Intercourse: Is It Normal?
Understanding Uterine Adenomyosis: Treatment Options and Concerns
Uterine adenomyosis issues? I have been experiencing continuous menstruation for over two months, leading to severe anemia, with my blood levels at one-third of a normal person's. I underwent a uterine adenomyosis curettage surgery in December. After the surgery, the doctor ...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
In my clinic, many women with adenomyosis have had good results with medication management. You are welcome to come for a consultation. Dr. Lee, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Uterine Adenomyosis: Treatment Options and Concerns
Delayed Period and Light Flow: Could It Be Pregnancy?
Menstrual cycle is delayed by 10 days with reduced menstrual flow? My menstrual cycle was late by 10 days, arriving on the 19th instead of the 9th, and the flow was light, lasting for a week. I took cold medication between the 11th and 16th. Could this be a sign of pregnancy?
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Abnormal decrease in menstrual flow may be a sign of early pregnancy. Please come for a consultation. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Delayed Period and Light Flow: Could It Be Pregnancy?
Is Low Placenta Position the Same as Placenta Previa? Understanding Your Concerns
Is a low-lying placenta the same as placenta previa? Hello, I am currently around 19 weeks pregnant with my third child. I had two full-term natural deliveries before, but this time I have been informed that I have a low-lying placenta. I previously had my prenatal check-ups and ...
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Hello: 1. The position of the placenta generally moves higher as the weeks progress; having a low-lying placenta in the second trimester does not necessarily mean there will be placenta previa at term. 2. Experiencing contractions at 19 weeks is not normal. 3. Most cases improve ...[Read More] Is Low Placenta Position the Same as Placenta Previa? Understanding Your Concerns
Postpartum Care: Dietary Guidelines After Induction Abortion
After induction of labor~ Hello Doctor, I had a miscarriage at 20 weeks of pregnancy. After the procedure, the doctor advised me to avoid cold and raw foods, as well as other care instructions, and to rest for about a month. Can I return to my previous diet after this postpartum ...
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Hello: If your doctor has said that you can resume a normal diet after one month, then you can. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Postpartum Care: Dietary Guidelines After Induction Abortion
Concerns After Abortion: Understanding Post-Procedure Care and Symptoms
After an abortion..? I would like to ask... I underwent an abortion procedure yesterday... The doctor mentioned that they placed two pieces of gauze in my vagina... However, I am supposed to have them removed during my follow-up appointment in two days... Is this okay? I'm a...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: If you experience any discomfort in the abdomen, please return to your original surgeon for an examination. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Concerns After Abortion: Understanding Post-Procedure Care and Symptoms
Understanding the Menstrual Cycle: How to Calculate Your Weekly Cycle
How is the menstrual cycle calculated? The term "cycle" typically refers to a recurring sequence of events or processes. In the context of a menstrual cycle, it is commonly defined as the period from the first day of menstruation to the day before the next menstruation ...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: If you are asking about the menstrual cycle, it refers to the period from the first day of this menstruation to the first day of the next menstruation. Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Understanding the Menstrual Cycle: How to Calculate Your Weekly Cycle