Understanding Painful Bumps Near the Anus: Possible Causes and Treatments
Inquire about conditions similar to Bartholin's cyst? Hello. I would like to ask about a problem I've had since I was 13 years old, where I experience something similar to pimples in my genital area. These pimple-like lesions frequently appear in different locations, bu...
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Ms. Wang: Hello, based on your description, it could possibly be (1) recurrent folliculitis or (2) a Bartholin's cyst. If there are ulcerative manifestations, it may also be genital herpes. A definitive diagnosis still requires a personal medical consultation, and please pay...[Read More] Understanding Painful Bumps Near the Anus: Possible Causes and Treatments
Can Taking Menstrual Induction Pills Lead to Pregnancy?
Can taking menstrual induction medication cause pregnancy? My wife’s period has been delayed for almost a month. Recently, she visited a gynecologist, who prescribed her a three-day course of medication to induce menstruation. I would like to know if it is possible to become preg...
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Mr. Zhang Xuan: Hello, regarding the issue you raised, it is still possible. If your period has not arrived a week after taking the menstrual induction medication, you should take a pregnancy test again. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Can Taking Menstrual Induction Pills Lead to Pregnancy?
Could You Be Pregnant If Your Period Arrives? Understanding Test Results
If you have your period, it is unlikely that you are pregnant. Menstruation typically indicates that an egg was not fertilized and the body is shedding the uterine lining. However, there are rare cases of bleeding during Hello Doctor, my husband and I had intercourse on March 2nd...
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Miss Hsiao-Yi: Hello, if a pregnancy test shows two lines, even if one is darker than the other, it is highly suspected that you are pregnant. It is recommended to schedule an appointment with an obstetrician for further examination. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfa...[Read More] Could You Be Pregnant If Your Period Arrives? Understanding Test Results
Understanding Bleeding During Intercourse: Causes and Concerns
Bleeding during sexual intercourse? Hello, Doctor. A few days ago, during sexual intercourse with my boyfriend, we both heard a popping sound. My boyfriend mentioned that it felt like something had broken. At first, I didn't pay much attention, but later I noticed that I was...
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Hello Ms. Lin: The term "luteal rupture" refers to the rupture of the corpus luteum formed in the ovaries during the luteal phase, which can occur due to external force or spontaneously. Symptoms may include severe abdominal pain, low blood pressure, cold sweats, and ra...[Read More] Understanding Bleeding During Intercourse: Causes and Concerns
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Pregnancy Testing
Could this lead to pregnancy? On February 22nd, I had contact with a male. However, I am a virgin, and he sometimes wore a condom and sometimes did not. I did not allow penetration; we only rubbed against each other, which was a bit painful. Later, I used my hands and mouth, but ...
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Hello, Miss: Regarding your inquiry, it is inaccurate. Please retest if it has been 3 days past the expiration date. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Pregnancy Testing
Post-Sexual Intercourse Bleeding: Understanding Causes and Concerns
Postcoital bleeding Hello Dr. Lin, I am seeking your advice regarding bleeding after two instances of sexual intercourse. I am currently studying abroad and it is inconvenient for me to seek medical attention. My menstrual cycle is generally regular, approximately 32 days, but I ...
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Hello Ms. Alice: Regarding your response, here are the details: (1) A Pap smear and pelvic ultrasound are necessary. (2) Your last menstrual period was on January 23, so there has been no period by March 3? Or is it light? If this is the case, you may consider taking a pregnancy ...[Read More] Post-Sexual Intercourse Bleeding: Understanding Causes and Concerns
Post-Abortion Concerns: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery
Post-Abortion Issues You are approximately five weeks pregnant. On February 13, you took the first dose of medication for medical abortion, followed by the second dose on February 15. During your follow-up appointment on February 19, it was confirmed that there was no visible emb...
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Hello Ms. Ju: After a medical abortion, please pay attention to the following: (1) Bleeding duration (if it exceeds 14 days, please seek medical attention). (2) Whether your next menstrual period has arrived after the abortion (it is recommended to return for a follow-up appointm...[Read More] Post-Abortion Concerns: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery
Understanding Uterine Inflammation and Fever: When to Seek Medical Help
Uterine inflammation? Peritonitis? Causes of fever? Five days ago, I visited the obstetrics and gynecology department, where I was diagnosed with uterine inflammation and slight cervical bleeding. During a follow-up appointment, it was found that there was approximately 50 c.c. o...
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Dear Ms. R: If you continue to experience fever and lower abdominal pain, it is important to consider other surgical issues (such as appendicitis). It is recommended that you visit a hospital for examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about ...[Read More] Understanding Uterine Inflammation and Fever: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Vaginal Injuries and Medical Reports in Legal Cases
I have questions regarding the medical examination report? I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, sir: Regarding your inquiry, we are unable to provide an answer without an in-person consultation. We recommend that you consult the physician who issued the order. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Injuries and Medical Reports in Legal Cases
Managing Prolonged Bleeding After Medication Abortion: Birth Control Guidance
After a medical abortion, if bleeding continues, how should I take the contraceptive pills that were prescribed beforehand? Hello, I have some questions to ask you. I had a medical abortion on January 23, and I started bleeding on January 26, which has continued until now, Februa...
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Dear Miss Binbin: It is recommended that you return for a follow-up appointment to confirm that the miscarriage has been completely resolved (complete miscarriage); otherwise, it will be impossible to calculate the fifth day of your menstrual cycle, and the cause of the bleeding ...[Read More] Managing Prolonged Bleeding After Medication Abortion: Birth Control Guidance
Post-Pill Pain Without Bleeding: Understanding Your Concerns
Emergency contraceptive pills: menstrual pain without bleeding? On February 16, I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend, but we only realized afterward that the condom had completely broken, and semen was released inside her. At that moment, we rinsed her off and took emergen...
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Dear Mr. A-Ming, Regarding your inquiry, here are the responses: (1) Yes. (2) After taking the emergency contraceptive pill, there may be abdominal pain or bleeding within a week, but the likelihood is low. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about ...[Read More] Post-Pill Pain Without Bleeding: Understanding Your Concerns
Can Medication Abortions Affect Future Pregnancy and Fetal Development?
Will getting pregnant after a medical abortion cause fetal abnormalities? The first confirmation of pregnancy was on May 2018. Later, a medical abortion was decided upon within a year. In April 2019, pregnancy was confirmed again. Due to not fully recovering from the previous abo...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Miss Ling: What you mentioned are independent events and are not related. Please make sure to attend your prenatal check-ups regularly with each pregnancy, and do not worry unnecessarily. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Can Medication Abortions Affect Future Pregnancy and Fetal Development?
Could Antibiotics Affect Prolonged Menstrual Periods? Expert Insights
Is prolonged menstruation influenced by antibiotics? Hello, Dr. Lin. My menstrual period was from January 29 to February 3. After a two-day break, it has continued since February 6 until now (February 24). The first time it came, the flow was very heavy with small blood clots, an...
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Hello Ms. Himiko: Regarding your inquiry, here are the responses: (1) No. (2) If abnormal bleeding occurs outside of menstruation and lasts longer than a week, it is recommended to seek medical attention from a gynecologist. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welf...[Read More] Could Antibiotics Affect Prolonged Menstrual Periods? Expert Insights
Does Emergency Contraceptive Affect Menstrual Cycle Timing?
Does it affect the timing of menstruation? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend and I had unprotected intercourse on January 26. Afterward, I was a bit worried, so she took an emergency contraceptive pill right away. Her last menstrual period started on January 7 and ended on January 13,...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, sir: Taking emergency contraception may alter your menstrual cycle, and it is not 100% effective in preventing pregnancy. If your period is delayed by more than a week, it is advisable to take a pregnancy test first. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfa...[Read More] Does Emergency Contraceptive Affect Menstrual Cycle Timing?
Postpartum Pain During Intercourse: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Pain during intercourse seven months postpartum? I would like to ask the doctor, before pregnancy and during intercourse with my husband, I never felt discomfort. However, since giving birth, I have experienced pain in the cervix and uterus during intercourse, which intensifies w...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, ma'am: Discomfort during intercourse after childbirth may be related to perineal wounds if you had a vaginal delivery, or to uterine wounds if you had a cesarean section. These issues typically improve over time. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welf...[Read More] Postpartum Pain During Intercourse: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Does the Size of the Hymen Change from Childhood to Adulthood?
Hymen-related issues? Does the size of the hymenal opening change due to being young, prepubescent, adolescent, or adult?
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: There will be slight changes. Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Does the Size of the Hymen Change from Childhood to Adulthood?
Prolonged Menstrual Period: Understanding Possible Causes and Concerns
Prolonged menstruation? I do not have a habit of tracking my menstrual cycle, but since I live with my mother and sister, our cycles tend to be quite synchronized. This time, my mother started her period, and the next day, I also got mine. My mother and sister, who started later ...
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Dear Ms. Lee, regarding your inquiry, if your menstrual period lasts longer than seven days, it is necessary to seek medical attention to determine the cause. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Prolonged Menstrual Period: Understanding Possible Causes and Concerns
Missed Period and Negative Pregnancy Test: What Could Be Happening?
Menstruation has not occurred, and the pregnancy test is negative? Menstruation started in early December. I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend on December 10 and January 1. My period is now 20 days late, and I have been experiencing persistent breast discomfort and sw...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Miss Liang: It is recommended that if your menstruation is delayed by more than a week, you should visit a gynecologist. Generally, if it is just a hormonal issue and there is no pregnancy, menstruation can be induced to bring it on. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and ...[Read More] Missed Period and Negative Pregnancy Test: What Could Be Happening?
Understanding Abnormal Discharge: Causes and Concerns in Women's Health
Abnormal secretion? Since your last menstrual period, it has been ten days, and you are still experiencing a small amount of brown discharge, occasionally with some spotting of blood. You have no pain or abdominal discomfort, and a pregnancy test has returned negative. You have b...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, miss: The tests that need to be done include (1) ultrasound and (2) Pap smear, and the contraceptive pills you are taking may also be a contributing factor. Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Discharge: Causes and Concerns in Women's Health
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills
Last month, I took medication to induce menstruation? After my period started on November 5, I didn't get my period in December, so I went to see a gynecologist. On December 17, the doctor examined me and said that obesity could be a contributing factor. An ultrasound showed...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Lin: (1) Taking menstrual induction medication will not affect the next cycle. (2) It is possible. If your period is delayed and you have had sexual intercourse, you should take a pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy. (3) If your period is more than a week late, it is r...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills