Post-Abortion Bleeding: Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Post-medication abortion pelvic examination status? Hello, I took the first dose of abortion medication on December 9 and the second dose on December 11. The bleeding stopped on December 22, and during my follow-up appointment on December 25, the doctor performed a pelvic examina...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Please stop taking the medication. If the bleeding lasts more than a week, please return for a follow-up appointment. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Post-Abortion Bleeding: Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Understanding Birth Control Pills: Timing and Usage Tips
Contraceptive pill issues Currently, I am taking the contraceptive pill brand Qlaira. I usually get my period on the fifth day after finishing the pills, and I take the pills on the fifth day of my period. This month, my period started on the fourth day. Should I take the pill on...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Please take the medication on the fifth day. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Birth Control Pills: Timing and Usage Tips
Timing for Taking the Second Dose of Medication Abortion: What You Need to Know
Timing for the second dose of medication abortion? Hello, Doctor. I took the first dose around 10:00 AM on December 18th. The clinic said to take the second dose around the morning or noon of December 20th. Since I have work and cannot take leave, and I also don't want other...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Please return for a follow-up consultation with the prescribing physician regarding the use of RU486. There are various methods for taking this medication, so do not rely solely on the original instructions for self-administration. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of H...[Read More] Timing for Taking the Second Dose of Medication Abortion: What You Need to Know
Medication Use During Pregnancy Preparation: What You Need to Know
Medication Issues During Preconception I would like to ask if it is safe to use these medications while trying to conceive: TINTEN 500MG, LIDONIN 10MG, MAWEI 40MG, WEIDECOME TABLETS, and RWELIZEN 20MG.
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: The above medications are classified as pregnancy category B-C and can be taken while preparing for pregnancy. If you become pregnant, please discuss with your physician whether to continue taking them. For any future medication inquiries, you can look up pregnancy medicat...[Read More] Medication Use During Pregnancy Preparation: What You Need to Know
Understanding Implantation Bleeding: Causes and Concerns in Women’s Health
Implantation bleeding Irregular menstrual cycle. Menstruation started on October 30, had unprotected intercourse from November 17 to November 21 with ejaculation inside. Early December, noticed pink blood when wiping after urination. On December 8, a pregnancy test was negative. ...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: After your examination, it is initially suspected that if the pregnancy test is negative, the menstrual irregularities may be caused by hormonal imbalance. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Implantation Bleeding: Causes and Concerns in Women’s Health
Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Symptoms After Unprotected Sex
Pregnancy test questions? On October 26, I had protected intercourse, and there was no ejaculation inside the condom. My menstrual period was from October 1 to October 5. I took pregnancy tests 15 and 18 days after intercourse, both of which were negative. My period started on No...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: A negative pregnancy test indicates that you are not pregnant. There are many potential causes for abdominal pain, so please seek medical evaluation. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Symptoms After Unprotected Sex
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights
Probability of Pregnancy I would like to ask, my menstrual period was on November 20 and November 24. On December 7, my boyfriend accidentally ejaculated inside me. I went to the bathroom shortly after to clean up, and I took Levonorgestrel (Plan B) within an hour and a half. Wha...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: If your menstruation is delayed, please take a pregnancy test; it is not possible to infer the probability. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights
Can I Change the Time I Take Birth Control Pills?
Timing of Oral Contraceptive Pills Hello, I would like to ask for advice. I have been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles, so I consulted a gynecologist who recommended that I take birth control pills to regulate my cycle. I have been taking "Yaz" for 14 days now, a...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Please consult the physician who issued the prescription. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Can I Change the Time I Take Birth Control Pills?
Post-Menstrual Abnormal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns Explained
Abnormal bleeding after menstruation? The menstrual period ended three days ago, but there is still a five-centimeter cyst that has not resolved. Yesterday, there was a small amount of blood mixed with fluid, and it has continued today. Occasionally, there is some sensation in th...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: This situation cannot be addressed online; please seek medical examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Post-Menstrual Abnormal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns Explained
Can I Use an IUD if My Period Has Been Irregular for Months?
Is it possible to use an intrauterine device (IUD) if menstruation has not occurred for several months? Since receiving the COVID-19 vaccine last year, my menstrual cycle has been irregular, with several months of missed periods. I had a menstrual induction last year, which resul...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: 1. If you need to use an intrauterine device (IUD), please first confirm whether you are pregnant. If you are not pregnant, you may proceed with its use. 2. If you have an IUD and your menstrual cycle is not normal, consider whether birth control pills may be more suitable...[Read More] Can I Use an IUD if My Period Has Been Irregular for Months?
Persistent Yellow Discharge After Candida Infection: When to Seek Help?
Candida infection with persistent yellow discharge? Hello Doctor, I was infected with Candida at the end of October. Initially, I experienced itching, and the discharge was yellow with an unpleasant odor. The doctor prescribed a 3-day course of suppositories and ointment. After 3...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Candidal vaginitis is often stubborn and recurrent. It is recommended to continue treatment and maintain good lifestyle habits, which can be complemented with probiotics for improvement. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Persistent Yellow Discharge After Candida Infection: When to Seek Help?
Can You Get Pregnant After Chemotherapy-Induced Menopause?
Can I get pregnant from unprotected intercourse during the period of amenorrhea caused by chemotherapy? Hello, doctor! I have undergone chemotherapy due to cancer and have experienced menopause after treatment. I am currently continuing targeted therapy and taking Novartis medica...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: The probability of pregnancy is very low, but we cannot guarantee that pregnancy will not occur. It is recommended to use condoms as an additional precaution. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Chemotherapy-Induced Menopause?
Understanding Birth Control Pills and Menstrual Cycle Concerns
Emergency contraceptive pills and menstruation? Hello, doctor. Since I do not plan to become pregnant again, I have been using the Yaz contraceptive pill (24+4). I finished the 28 pills of the fourth month yesterday, but my period has not arrived today. I would like to continue w...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Please continue taking the first pill from the new pack. The likelihood of pregnancy is very low if there was no intercourse. Emergency contraception can cause a delay in your menstrual period. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Birth Control Pills and Menstrual Cycle Concerns
Can Smart Balls Enhance Kegel Exercises After Uterine Prolapse Surgery?
Regarding Kegel exercises, smart balls, and uterine prolapse? Hello, I underwent laparoscopic mesh suspension surgery for uterine prolapse in mid-October. Currently, I can feel a slight protrusion. My hymen has been ruptured by the uterus. I am currently doing Kegel exercises; ca...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Please consult the original surgeon. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about you.[Read More] Can Smart Balls Enhance Kegel Exercises After Uterine Prolapse Surgery?
Can You Change Your Menstrual Cycle? Tips for Timing Your Period
I want to change my menstrual cycle? I would like to ask the doctor if it is possible to change the menstrual cycle. Our family has regular trips and friends' outings at the end of the month, and my period consistently occurs at the end of each month. I would like to know if...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Please seek medical attention and have a physician handle your situation. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about you.[Read More] Can You Change Your Menstrual Cycle? Tips for Timing Your Period
Understanding Medication Abortion: A Guide for Patients with IPAH
Medication abortion issues I am a patient with Idiopathic Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (IPAH). My last menstrual period was on October 6. On November 9, I went to the hospital for a gynecological examination and confirmed the pregnancy. I chose to undergo a medical abortion. A...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: This situation cannot be addressed online. Please continue to attend your follow-up appointments. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Medication Abortion: A Guide for Patients with IPAH
Understanding Candida Infections: Duration and When to Seek Further Care
Candidiasis Long-term white, watery, thick discharge with an odor that does not cause itching has been diagnosed by a doctor as a Candida infection. You have been using Clotrimazole suppositories for two weeks, and while there was improvement, you recently experienced a sudden re...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Candidiasis is closely related to individual immunity and lifestyle habits. It is recommended that you seek medical examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Candida Infections: Duration and When to Seek Further Care
Can You Insert an IUD on Day 5 of Your Period for Effective Contraception?
Insertion of an intrauterine device (IUD) I would like to know if inserting a contraceptive device on the fifth day after menstruation (with ovulation test confirming that day is ovulation day) is still effective for unprotected intercourse after seven days?
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: It is recommended to use condoms as a safer option. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Can You Insert an IUD on Day 5 of Your Period for Effective Contraception?
Impact of Fluconazole on Early Pregnancy and Fetal Development
Vaginal inflammation in early pregnancy? I am currently 9 weeks pregnant and went to the obstetrics and gynecology department for vaginal inflammation. The doctor prescribed a single oral dose of Fluconazole (150 mg/tab). I later learned that it is not recommended for pregnant wo...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: For this issue, please consult the prescribing physician. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about you.[Read More] Impact of Fluconazole on Early Pregnancy and Fetal Development
Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding: Causes and Treatment Options
Menstrual irregularities Last menstrual period was from October 18 to October 22. On November 8, due to excessive discharge with an unusual odor and blood streaks, I consulted a doctor who diagnosed cervical erosion. I was prescribed KASCOAL TABLETS 40MG, DELAMIN TABLETS 2MG, FRO...
Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: This condition is likely menstruation. It is recommended that you continue taking the medication until just before the first day of your next period, then discontinue the medication. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding: Causes and Treatment Options