Understanding Labia Size Differences: What’s Normal and What’s Not?
The size difference is significant? Doctor, I'm sorry for not asking clearly last time... I'm actually a bit confused about the location of the labia minora. Are the two pieces that are about one centimeter in size the labia minora? However, there is a noticeable size d...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: The structures that are closer to the inner side (the sides near the vagina are smaller and thinner) are the labia minora. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Labia Size Differences: What’s Normal and What’s Not?
Understanding Emergency Contraception: Key Questions Answered
Could you please tell me about emergency contraception? Hello Dr. Cheng: During sexual intercourse with my girlfriend, the condom accidentally broke, and I gave her emergency contraception two hours later. However, her menstrual period is due this week; will this affect her cycle...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Eating one hour after taking the medication does not affect its efficacy; one dose is sufficient, and its contraceptive effectiveness is over 90%. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception: Key Questions Answered
Post-Abortion Care: When Is It Safe to Resume Sexual Activity?
Abortion Hello Doctor: How long after an abortion can one engage in sexual intercourse? If sexual activity occurs 9 days post-abortion while still experiencing bleeding, and there is a sensation of tightness and dull cramping in the uterus after orgasm, along with the passage of ...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: After an abortion, if there is still bleeding, engaging in sexual intercourse may increase the risk of infection. It is best to wait until two weeks after the bleeding has stopped. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Post-Abortion Care: When Is It Safe to Resume Sexual Activity?
Understanding Brown Discharge: Signs of Pregnancy or Something Else?
Brown discharge Having intercourse on the fourth day after the menstrual period, with the last menstrual date being October 15 and intercourse occurring on October 19, where ejaculation happened inside, and now on November 22, she still hasn't had her second period (which sh...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: It is best for her to check if she is pregnant (she can go to a hospital or buy a pregnancy test kit to check). Early pregnancy can also cause light bleeding during intercourse. In hospitals worldwide, individuals under 18 years old need parental consent. The situation in ...[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge: Signs of Pregnancy or Something Else?
Understanding Menstrual Odor: Causes, Concerns, and Myths
Does menstruation have a smell? Hello, doctor... I would like to ask about whether menstruation can have an odor. I found a lot of information online stating that abnormal discharge can have an unusual smell, but my menstrual flow has an odor. I'm concerned if this could ind...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Menstruation consists of blood and some shed endometrial tissue, and if left on a sanitary pad for too long, it can develop a foul odor. No two women have labia minora that are the same size. The rupture of the hymen does not necessarily result in bleeding; the amount of b...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Odor: Causes, Concerns, and Myths
Essential Oils and Pregnancy: Risks and Safety Guidelines for Expecting Mothers
Essential Oils and Pregnancy Recent news reports indicated that the Hong Kong Consumer Council tested essential oil products and found that inhalation of certain essential oils by pregnant women may affect fetal development, potentially causing uterine contractions and even leadi...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: The absorption of essential oils from shampoo through the scalp is very low, so it should not harm the baby. During pregnancy, it is advisable to avoid massages and burning essential oils. It is best to refrain from using essential oils altogether, as the organic solvents ...[Read More] Essential Oils and Pregnancy: Risks and Safety Guidelines for Expecting Mothers
Understanding Induction: What to Do If You're Past Your Due Date
Induction of labor? Hello: My due date is November 30. If I haven't given birth by that day, will I need to be induced? Thank you!
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Induction of labor is not always necessary and depends on the size and maturity of the fetus; it should ultimately be decided by the obstetrician during prenatal check-ups, Dr. Cheng Jin-He from Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Induction: What to Do If You're Past Your Due Date
Understanding Irregular Bleeding: Is It Ovulation Spotting?
Question I previously experienced bleeding issues due to hormonal imbalance. Sometimes it was just light spotting, but at other times it resembled a menstrual period. Following my doctor's advice, I started taking oral contraceptives, and on the fourth day after starting (No...
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Hello: Ovulation bleeding is considered normal and will typically stop within about a week. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Bleeding: Is It Ovulation Spotting?
Understanding Post-Menstrual Symptoms: Cramps, Colds, and Pregnancy Concerns
Post-menstrual cold and nausea? Doctor: During intimate moments, my boyfriend always wears a condom and does not ejaculate inside the vagina, and my menstrual flow has been light these past few months. This time, towards the end of my period (on the fourth or fifth day), we had i...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: 1. Having intercourse during menstruation will not increase menstrual flow, but it may cause the blood remaining in the uterus to be expelled. 2. If your period has just ended, how could you possibly be pregnant? 3. Pregnancy is possible during the ovulation period. Dr. Ch...[Read More] Understanding Post-Menstrual Symptoms: Cramps, Colds, and Pregnancy Concerns
Effective Ways to Alleviate Menstrual Pain: Expert Tips
How to alleviate menstrual pain? I experience severe pain every time my menstrual period starts, and after researching online, I found a variety of information. I would like to ask the doctor what are the correct methods to alleviate menstrual pain. Thank you.
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Keep the lower abdomen warm, adopt the knee-chest position, and avoid cold foods one week before and after menstruation. Consuming high-calorie foods can help raise body temperature. These methods can prevent low body temperature from causing blood clots and resulting in d...[Read More] Effective Ways to Alleviate Menstrual Pain: Expert Tips
Understanding Post-Pill Menstrual Changes: What to Expect After Emergency Contraception
Emergency contraceptive pills..? I would like to ask... three months ago, I took the emergency contraceptive pill, and my period came twice in one month, but then I didn't have it for the next two months. Now, I've taken a pregnancy test, and it shows I'm not pregn...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Emergency contraceptive pills only affect the menstrual cycle of the current month. If you haven't had your period for two months, you should go to the hospital for menstrual regulation at Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Cheng Jin-He.[Read More] Understanding Post-Pill Menstrual Changes: What to Expect After Emergency Contraception
Understanding Fertility: Tips for Conception and Common Concerns
How to get pregnant? Hello: How is the method of measuring body temperature used? How can it be compared to determine pregnancy? Besides calculating the safe period, if there has been no ejaculation inside during unprotected intercourse for two years without pregnancy, is there a...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Basal body temperature is used to determine if you are ovulating. If ovulation occurs, it will show a biphasic pattern (lower temperature before ovulation and higher temperature after ovulation). Your situation does not qualify as infertility, as you have been practicing c...[Read More] Understanding Fertility: Tips for Conception and Common Concerns
Is It Menstruation or Miscarriage? Understanding Early Pregnancy Signs
Is it menstruation or a miscarriage? I consulted a doctor because my menstrual cycle has always been regular, but my period was 3 days late in November. I went to the hospital for a urine test, and the doctor informed me that I was pregnant. However, just 4 days later, I started ...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: You are experiencing a threatened miscarriage. Please return to the hospital for follow-up treatment at Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, with Dr. Cheng Jin-He.[Read More] Is It Menstruation or Miscarriage? Understanding Early Pregnancy Signs
How to Use Birth Control Patches: Timing and Cycle Impact Explained
Contraceptive patch How should the contraceptive patch be used? Should it be applied on the first day of the menstrual cycle? If my period ends on November 8, can I apply it on November 12? Will my menstrual cycle change as a result? Thanks!
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: The first use must be on the first day of menstruation, and for the second cycle, it can be used on days 3 to 5, as it only becomes effective for contraception after the fifth day of use. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu City Hospital.[Read More] How to Use Birth Control Patches: Timing and Cycle Impact Explained
Understanding Hormonal Imbalance: Effects on Menstrual Cycle and Skin Health
Hormonal imbalance The doctor said that my missed period last month was likely due to hormonal imbalance, so they prescribed progesterone to regulate my cycle. Will the egg that I didn't ovulate last month be released along with this month's egg? Also, can hormonal imba...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Due to hormonal imbalance last month, the eggs did not mature, so there is no issue with ovulation this month. Hormonal imbalance can lead to acne, weight gain, and edema, especially since there have been multiple instances of irregular cycles resulting in polycystic ovary...[Read More] Understanding Hormonal Imbalance: Effects on Menstrual Cycle and Skin Health
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Unprotected Intercourse
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, my boyfriend and I had intercourse four days after my period ended in September. He fully penetrated, but we stopped after 4.5 minutes without ejaculation, and he had already ejaculated once before we began. We did not use any contraception, and ...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Your description does not allow us to determine if it is a risky period, as you have not mentioned how many days your menstrual cycle lasts. It is better to take a pregnancy test first! Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu City Hospital.[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Unprotected Intercourse
Understanding Intercourse-Related Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Intercourse-related bleeding Dear Dr. Cheng, I have been experiencing persistent itching in my genital area, which tends to recur even after treatment. In the past two weeks, I have seen a doctor twice, with the most recent visit being last Saturday (November 6). The doctor diag...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: The bleeding after sexual intercourse is likely unrelated to warts or genital itching. It may be due to anovulatory hormonal imbalance causing an early onset of menstruation, or partial shedding of the endometrium before menstruation. Just monitor the situation, and if the...[Read More] Understanding Intercourse-Related Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Breast Pain Before Menstruation: Causes and Remedies
Breast tenderness or pain upon touch before menstruation is common? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you... My menstrual cycle is approximately 35-38 days, and I usually experience breast tenderness before my period. However, this symptom gradually subsides after menstruation be...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Breast tenderness during menstruation is not related to prolactin, but rather to female hormones and progesterone. Treatment may include taking progesterone for a few days and pain relievers. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Breast Pain Before Menstruation: Causes and Remedies
Concerns About Sexual Activity During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Worry and guilt..? I understand your concerns. Your last menstrual period (LMP) was on July 3rd, and you engaged in sexual activity on November 4th in a position that caused some abdominal movement. It's natural to worry about the effects of such movements on your developing...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: As long as there are no strong contractions of the uterus, it should be fine. A recommended sexual position is for you to lie on your side while your partner is behind you; this way, penetration will not be too deep and will not affect uterine contractions. Dr. Cheng Jin-H...[Read More] Concerns About Sexual Activity During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Understanding Causes and Solutions
I experience bleeding every time I have intercourse with my husband! Hello Dr. Cheng, I have been married for over ten years and have two children. I undergo Pap smear tests every year, and the results have always been normal. The doctor mentioned that I have a retroverted uteru...
Dr. Li Guanghan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: A retroverted uterus may lead to discomfort or abdominal pain during intercourse due to potential collision with the partner's genitalia, especially in deeper positions. Additionally, a retroverted uterus may make it more difficult to completely expel menstrual blood,...[Read More] Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Understanding Causes and Solutions