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Understanding Brown Discharge: Is It a Sign of Pregnancy or Something Else?

Brown discharge After having intercourse, I took a morning urine pregnancy test on days 14 and 17, both of which were negative. A few days later, I noticed dark brown discharge, which then turned into bright red blood the following day (this occurred a week earlier than my usual ...


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Hello Ms. Jenny: Regarding your mention of a negative pregnancy test 12-14 days after your last sexual intercourse, this rules out pregnancy. The bleeding you described seems more like a menstrual irregularity. Please visit a gynecologist for an examination. The Hualien Hospital ...

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Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Abnormal Discharge in Women

Pregnancy Test and Discharge On June 29, I had unprotected intercourse, and my last menstrual period started on June 21. I took morning urine pregnancy tests on days 14, 17, and 21 after intercourse, and all results were negative. On July 16, I initially had brown discharge that ...


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Hello, miss: The pregnancy tests conducted 14, 17, and 21 days after the last sexual intercourse were negative, which rules out pregnancy. The bleeding you described seems more like a menstrual irregularity. Please visit a gynecologist for an examination. The Hualien Hospital of ...

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Is Pinkish Discharge After Sex Normal? Understanding Your Symptoms

There is a small amount of pink or flesh-colored discharge? A couple of days ago, after having sexual intercourse (with about six months of sexual experience), I noticed about 0.5 centimeters of pink or light pink discharge when I went to the bathroom. Is this normal discharge?


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dear Miss Hsiao-Chi, regarding the issue you mentioned, this is a discharge with a small amount of bleeding. If it continues to occur, it is recommended that you visit a gynecologist for an examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your h...

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Understanding Discomfort from Sitting Pressure on the Clitoris and Vaginal Health

Sitting position that exerts pressure on the clitoris or genital area? When sitting and applying pressure to the clitoris or genital area, there is a tingling and itchy sensation, which then leads to a strong urge to use the restroom. If there is no pressure, this sensation does ...


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Hello Miss Nong Nong: 1. There are many nerves near the perineum, and sometimes pressure can cause the sensations you described, provided there are no abnormal secretions. 2. What you are describing refers to the cervix, which can generally be felt with a finger inserted more tha...

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Understanding Irregular Periods After Stopping Birth Control Pills

Sudden discontinuation of contraceptive pills? Hello Doctor: My period started on April 26, and I took the emergency contraceptive pill to delay my menstruation for a total of 37 days. Three days after stopping the medication, my period came, but the flow was very light. I then s...


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Hello Ms. Ap: If you start taking regular birth control pills at the beginning of a new cycle and then stop midway, you will typically experience bleeding again within 1-5 days after stopping the pills. This is not considered a menstrual period, so June 14 is not your period. If ...

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Post-Abortion Concerns: When to Seek Medical Attention After Sex

Post-Abortion Issues If you had sexual intercourse two weeks after an abortion and experienced bleeding and abdominal pain the next day, how long these symptoms will last can vary. It's important to monitor your symptoms closely. If the bleeding is heavy, or if the pain is s...


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Hello Miss Xiaoning: If you experience bleeding and abdominal pain after sexual intercourse following an abortion, it is important to return to the original clinic for an examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Understanding Menstrual Changes After Taking Emergency Contraception

Menstrual concerns? My original menstrual cycle is around May 27, but I took an emergency contraceptive pill on May 15. I experienced bleeding on May 21. Is this bleeding an early onset of my period, or is it a side effect from taking the emergency contraceptive pill?


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Hello Ms. Chia-Jung: This is a withdrawal bleed after taking the emergency contraceptive pill. Hualien Hospital cares about your health.

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Unexpected Bleeding After Taking Menstrual Delay Medication: What to Do?

After taking the medication for prolonged menstruation, I experienced bleeding again..? Hello, doctor... I took the medication to delay my period on April 26, but my bleeding is intermittent... it comes and goes completely. How should I handle this... since I am in the United Sta...


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Hello Ms. MIKI: I received this message on May 14th, and I am unable to resolve your issue. However, the medication is not 100% effective. I can only suggest that if you experience any irregular menstrual symptoms, please seek medical attention nearby. The Hualien Hospital of the...

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Understanding Menstrual Changes: Impact of High Platelet Count

Menstrual issues Since March of this year, my menstrual flow has been decreasing each month (with a cycle of about 28-29 days), almost more than half of what it used to be, accompanied by blood clots and abdominal pain. In March, a health check revealed an abnormally high platele...


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Hello, Miss: It is recommended that you visit the obstetrics and gynecology department at the hospital. The amount of menstrual flow and dysmenorrhea require ultrasound examination, pelvic examination, hormone tests, and blood tests, among others, to assist in diagnosing your con...

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Understanding White Bumps Above the Clitoris: Causes and Concerns

Genital issues I would like to ask about white, raised bumps that have developed above my clitoris. They are smaller than the bumps that can appear on the body, and they are not cheese-like in texture. They do not hurt or itch when touched. I usually wear panty liners and often w...


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Hello, miss: Based on your description, it may be a follicular disorder, but it is still recommended to visit the outpatient clinic for examination and treatment. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Understanding Abnormal Pink Discharge: Causes and Concerns for Women

Secretion color Hello, I used to have very regular menstrual cycles, but last year I experienced several instances of delayed periods due to work stress. In October or November of last year, it happened again, and in December, I visited a gynecologist regarding my irregular men...


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Dear Ms. Min: Regarding your inquiry, it is important to first distinguish between (1) hypomenorrhea (light menstrual flow) and (2) inflammatory discharge; therefore, it is recommended that you visit a gynecologist for further examination. If you have engaged in sexual activity, ...

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Abdominal Bloating Without Pregnancy: Understanding the Causes

Abdominal distension without pregnancy? My girlfriend has not had any signs of her menstrual period for 49 days since it started at the end of February. We had sexual intercourse twice (once in March with a condom, and once on April 1st without a condom but without ejaculation). ...


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Hello Mr. Huang: Regarding your inquiry, since the pregnancy test is negative, it is likely related to the menstrual induction injection. It is recommended that you allow your menstrual cycle to occur before discussing treatment options for endometriomas and menstrual regulation ...

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Do I Need Emergency Contraceptive Pills After Unprotected Intercourse?

Do I need to take emergency contraception? Hello doctor, my menstrual periods were from February 5 to February 10 and from March 14 to March 19. Today, during intercourse, we did not use a condom and I was ejaculated outside. Based on the calculation of my previous two menstrual ...


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Hello: Regarding your question, the effectiveness of contraception during the safe period is only 60-70%. If you are concerned, taking emergency contraceptive pills can increase the effectiveness to 95%, but it must be taken within the effective time frame. Hualien Hospital, Mini...

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Understanding Prolonged Genital Pain After Masturbation: Causes and Concerns

Genital pain After two months of pain in the genital area following masturbation with a blanket, I visited a gynecologist. Both the ultrasound and urinalysis results were normal. The examination revealed only superficial abrasions on the urethral opening and labia minora. However...


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Hello: (1) Based on the symptoms described, it seems that in addition to vulvitis, there may also be a possibility of urethritis or pelvic inflammatory disease, and further discussion and treatment with a physician is necessary. (2) Masturbation does not cause permanent damage to...

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Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Is It Menstruation or Something Else?

Abnormal bleeding I haven't masturbated in a long time, and my method has always been rubbing against my thighs without using any objects for penetration. However, after I just masturbated, I felt my underwear was damp, and when I went to the bathroom, I noticed a little bit...


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Hello, Miss: Regarding the issue you mentioned, it could be due to friction causing mucosal bleeding in the vulva (including the hymen), or it may be bleeding from uterine contractions related to orgasm. If the bleeding persists, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist. The H...

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Dealing with Unpleasant Vaginal Discharge: Causes and Solutions

Discharge with an unpleasant odor? Hello Dr. Lin: Recently, I have been experiencing recurrent episodes of white, dry discharge in my underwear that has an unpleasant odor, which is noticeable. I previously consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who diagnosed it as...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: Regarding your question, if the vaginal discharge is white and has a fishy odor, it is more likely to be bacterial vaginosis. It is advisable to visit a gynecologist for treatment to prevent recurrence. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares...

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Brown Discharge: Infection or Pregnancy After Recent Intercourse?

Light brown discharge? Menstruation is expected to start in 9 days, but I have already had discharge for three consecutive days. The discharge is light brown and has a slight fishy odor (I have a very sensitive sense of smell). I've been feeling a bit of abdominal discomfort...


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Hello Ms. Ray: Regarding the issue you raised, it is recommended that you visit the outpatient clinic for further examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Understanding White Discoloration at the Vaginal Opening: When to Seek Help

Vaginal opening appears white? I would like to ask the doctor, during a shower, I noticed something unusual in my genital area. When I looked with a mirror, I saw that the vaginal opening appeared white and slightly swollen. The area I can feel seems to be protruding a bit, but I...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Apple: Regarding the concerns you raised, it is advisable to visit the obstetrics and gynecology outpatient clinic for examination and consultation. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Can You Get Pregnant After a Medical Abortion? Understanding Risks and Options

The possibility of becoming pregnant after engaging in sexual intercourse following an abortion? Hello, I underwent a medical abortion on January 22, with a gestational age of less than 4 weeks. On February 13, I had another procedure due to retained tissue in the uterus. On Febr...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Miss Jean: Regarding your questions, 1. The likelihood is low. 2. It is suitable. 3. Not necessarily; if the pain persists, please visit the outpatient clinic for an examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Post-Vaginitis Treatment: Understanding Light Vaginal Bleeding After Four Days

Four days after treatment for vaginitis, there is vaginal bleeding? I recently visited a gynecologist for the treatment of vaginitis. I diligently took my medications and used the prescribed topical treatments and suppositories, and I followed up according to the treatment schedu...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Ms. Ke: Vaginitis and abnormal bleeding should not be directly related, unless there is cervicitis accompanied by erosion. It is recommended to visit the outpatient clinic for examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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