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How Long Does It Take for Mifepristone to Expel Pregnancy Tissue?

How long does it take for Hiccup tablets to be excreted after consumption? I am pregnant but do not wish to continue the pregnancy. I asked the doctor to prescribe medication for a medical abortion. The doctor instructed me to take the medication over three days. On September 13,...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: It is possible to expel after taking the first dose, please make sure to return for a follow-up appointment. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Understanding Abortion Options: Surgical vs. Medical Choices

What is induced abortion? I am currently five days late for my period and have had an abdominal ultrasound at the obstetrics and gynecology clinic, but nothing was detected. Since I have three children and do not plan to carry this pregnancy to term, can I opt for a surgical abor...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, it is confirmed that medical abortion can be performed for pregnancies less than seven weeks gestation. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Can I Stop Taking Menstrual Regulation Pills After One Day?

Inquiry about erectile dysfunction medication? Hello doctor, I experienced discomfort due to side effects from taking the medication for menstrual regulation, so I only took it for one day. Can I stop the medication on my own? Will there be any other effects? Will my menstrual cy...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: If taken for just one day, menstruation should not be affected. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Managing Severe Gum Pain Before Menstruation: Solutions and Insights

Experiencing significant discomfort before menstruation? I experience severe and painful gum swelling before my menstrual period every month, with the pain lasting for over two weeks. I have undergone periodontal treatment and surgery, but nothing has worked for over three years....


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: Regarding the issue of premenstrual tooth pain, it is one of the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and hormonal therapy may be considered. For medication treatment, low-dose progestin (a type of contraceptive) can be used; however, contraceptives still have side eff...

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Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Brown Discharge and Contraception

Is it possible to be pregnant? Hello, I would like to inquire about a situation where I recently had unprotected intercourse at 20, but I have been taking pre-exposure contraceptive pills for a long time. Recently, I started noticing a small amount of brown discharge. What could ...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Zoe: We are unable to provide an answer due to the lack of information regarding your menstrual date. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Should You Take Estrogen and Progesterone Together for Menstrual Issues?

Should I take Imodium and Metamucil together? Due to irregular menstruation and a delayed period, the doctor prescribed Estrogen and Medroxyprogesterone. He mentioned that after taking them for 4-5 days, menstruation should occur. However, after returning home, I noticed that bot...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: Regarding medication inquiries, please consult your original treating physician. I am unable to provide answers as I do not understand your medical condition. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Increased Vaginal Discharge: Is It Normal or a Sign of Infection?

Increased secretion? 1. I have noticed a significant increase in discharge these days; it always feels wet. The discharge appears white on my underwear, but when I wipe with tissue, it has a slight yellow tint. There is no itching or any other discomfort. Could this be an infecti...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: 1. It could be an infection; I recommend seeing a doctor for an examination. 2. A delayed menstrual period warrants an evaluation, and regarding the pain in your lower abdomen and pelvis, please seek medical attention for further investigation. The Hualien Hospital o...

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Understanding Insurance Coverage for Labial Reduction Surgery

Excessively long labia minora insurance claims? I would like to consult a doctor. Due to my frequent vaginal infections caused by inflammation, I have been advised that partially removing the elongated labia minora might help improve this issue. The obstetrician-gynecologist ment...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: Please consult your physician for advice. It is unclear whether your actual condition is the primary cause of the infection, as this reason accounts for a relatively small percentage of infection causes. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare care...

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Why Is My Period Arriving Early After Unprotected Sex?

Menstruation occurring earlier than expected after sexual intercourse? I have always had a regular menstrual cycle before my period, but recently my husband and I have been planning to conceive, so we stopped using contraception two months ago. However, I don't understand wh...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: If your menstrual period is more than 7 days early, it is considered too short. Please seek medical examination. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Understanding Cervical Polyps: When to Test and What to Know

Cervical polyp not sent for biopsy? Hello Doctor, I have a condition where I discover cervical polyps every few years. The last two times, they were removed in the clinic and sent for biopsy, both of which were benign. This time, another cervical polyp was found during the clinic...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, ma'am: Question 1: Yes, but it is recommended to have a Pap smear report without abnormalities within one year. Question 2: The risk of polyp malignancy is very low; cervical tissue lesions are highly associated with HPV. Question 3: There is no need to be anxio...

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Understanding Vaginal Itching: When to Seek Medical Advice

Vaginal itching Last month, I saw a doctor for itching at the vaginal opening, and I was given medication. The doctor mentioned inflammation and advised me to take sitz baths and avoid tight-fitting pants. This month, my period hasn't completely finished, and I'm starti...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: It is possible that the Candida infection has not completely resolved, and we still recommend continuing treatment. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Understanding Male Sterilization: Pregnancy Risks and Breast Pain Concerns

Males should wear condoms throughout the entire process of a vasectomy? Hello, I would like to ask, if we have intercourse on the fourth day after menstruation, and the male partner has been vasectomized for two years, and we also used a condom throughout the intercourse and prac...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: The probability of pregnancy is very low. Please visit a breast surgeon for examination regarding your swollen and painful nipples. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Understanding Changes in Menstrual Flow with Birth Control Pills

Oral contraceptives I have been taking Qlaira for two years, and my menstrual flow has decreased. I switched to Diane for the past two months, and it seems like I have no menstrual bleeding at all, even after taking pregnancy tests, which are all negative. Is this normal? Is ther...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: Menstrual blood does not have the possibility of being retained. It will not cause uterine inflammation. It is recommended to continue taking the medication for another 1-2 cycles. If your menstrual flow is very light, please consult a physician. Hualien Hospital, Mi...

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Missed Period After Emergency Contraceptive: What's the Chance of Pregnancy?

I took emergency contraception, but my period hasn't arrived yet? I would like to ask about my girlfriend's menstrual cycle. Her last period was from July 10 to July 15. We had unprotected intercourse on August 1, and I accidentally ejaculated inside her. She took emerg...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, please take a pregnancy test first. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Understanding Menstrual Changes After Medication: When to Seek Help

Menstrual issues Last week, a smear test showed signs of inflammation. I returned for two follow-up visits and received suppositories, and I took oral medication for six days, finishing the medication on the evening of August 10. On Monday, after using the restroom, I noticed lig...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello Z: If your last menstrual period was on July 12, having your period on August 9 is within the normal range. The medication mentioned is used to treat candidal vaginitis and may reduce menstrual flow. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Understanding Vaginal Discomfort and Abnormal Discharge: A Guide for Women

Trichomoniasis, vulvar issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about an issue I've been experiencing for about six months. I've been having sexual relations with the same partner, and everything was normal until recently. Now, every time we have intercourse, I fe...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Xiro: Oral contraceptives may cause vaginal dryness. If this is bothersome, you may consider switching to another form of contraception. Please have the vaginal discharge you described checked by a gynecologist. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about...

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Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Causes and Solutions

Menstrual issues Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period started on July 14 and lasted more than 7 days. On July 22, I visited a gynecologist who said I had insufficient progesterone and an excessively thick endometrium. The bleeding I experienced was classified as an anovulatory ...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: Regarding your description, the abnormal bleeding is not menstruation. If there are no organ-related diseases, it is likely a hormonal issue. If the bleeding persists, please continue your treatment. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares ab...

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Understanding Short Menstrual Cycles: Causes and Solutions

Short menstrual duration? Hello, doctor. I used to have my period for 5 days, but it has changed to 3 days. Sometimes after my period ends, I don't take Si Wu Tang. Could this affect the duration of my menstrual cycle and cause it to become shorter? Now my period only lasts ...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Xiaomi: A menstrual duration of 1-7 days is considered normal. Please monitor for any ongoing decrease in duration and seek medical attention if necessary. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Should You Continue Using Suppositories After Two Days of No Dissolution?

If the two suppositories have not dissolved after two days, should I insert another one on the third day? After using the suppository for two consecutive days without any discharge, I inserted my finger to a depth of one finger and felt two un-dissolved suppositories that are sti...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Miss: If the medication is in solid form, it is recommended to moisten it with warm water before insertion. You should continue to insert it on the third night as well. Additionally, if there are still secretions in the deep part of the vagina that cannot be expelled after...

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Understanding Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Symptoms and Treatment Insights

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) 1. Recently, I was diagnosed with pelvic inflammatory disease and have been taking antibiotics for three weeks. I still experience some clear, milky discharge, and the lower abdominal pain is intermittent rather than constant. Should I continue t...


Dr. Lin Manying reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello, Little Pig: Pelvic inflammatory disease can sometimes progress to a chronic state, but if the discharge is clear and milky, it seems to be normal. Is there any other reason for the lower abdominal pain? Further monitoring is recommended. Regarding chest pain, sometimes tak...

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