Managing Menopause: Tips to Alleviate Hot Flashes and Sweating
Menopause Dr. Chang: I am a person nearing fifty years old, and my menstrual period has not occurred since April 2006 until now in June. Over the past few months, I have frequently experienced facial flushing and excessive sweating. I understand that this may indicate the onset o...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hello: If the condition is not severe, a small amount of sedatives can be used initially. If fever causes discomfort, 1 mg of stiltestnol (or its equivalents) can be taken daily, which may alleviate or reduce symptoms within two weeks. If flushing has persisted for several years,...[Read More] Managing Menopause: Tips to Alleviate Hot Flashes and Sweating
Amniocentesis: Beyond Down Syndrome Testing and Its Benefits
Amniocentesis Amniocentesis, in addition to screening for Down syndrome, can also test for various genetic disorders, including but not limited to cystic fibrosis, spina bifida, and other chromosomal abnormalities such as trisomy 18 and trisomy 13. It can also assess the fetal lu...
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It can also detect the sex of the fetus, fetal maturity, chromosomal abnormalities, sex-linked disorders, and congenital metabolic disorders. Additionally, it assesses the overall health status of the fetus.[Read More] Amniocentesis: Beyond Down Syndrome Testing and Its Benefits
Understanding Breast Pain: Causes and Concerns for Women
Chest pain? Hello, doctor... For the past few days, I've been experiencing chest pain when I press on it, which feels similar to the pain I get before my menstrual period. I'm not sure why this is happening. My friends have asked if I might be pregnant, but I think that...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
1. Generally, breast tenderness after menstruation gradually decreases. If the tenderness persists along with nausea and vomiting, regardless of when the last menstrual period occurred, it is advisable to wait 1 to 2 weeks before taking a pregnancy test to confirm whether pregnan...[Read More] Understanding Breast Pain: Causes and Concerns for Women
Understanding a Bump on the Vulva: Causes and When to Seek Help
There is a bump on the outer labia that resembles a pimple? Doctor, I would like to ask about something I discovered today, the 26th. While showering, I noticed a bump on my labia that looks like a pimple (slightly swollen). I had sexual intercourse about a week after my menstrua...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
1. It is a bacterial infection (most commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus), frequently encountered in outpatient settings, medically referred to as furuncle or abscess, and sometimes called cellulitis. It is not a sexually transmitted infection, as there are opportunities for...[Read More] Understanding a Bump on the Vulva: Causes and When to Seek Help
How Soon Can I Get Pregnant After the Hepatitis B Vaccine?
excuse me? Hello, I will complete the third dose of the hepatitis B vaccine in mid-February. How long should I wait before trying to conceive? Thank you.
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
You can get pregnant immediately, as it is not related to the hepatitis B vaccine (it is made from a killed virus; if it were a vaccine made from a live virus, like the rubella vaccine, you would need to wait three months to six months for it to be fully absorbed before trying to...[Read More] How Soon Can I Get Pregnant After the Hepatitis B Vaccine?
How Long Before Trying to Conceive Should You Stop Birth Control Pills?
If you have been taking birth control pills for a long time and wish to conceive, it is generally recommended to stop taking the pills at least 1 to 3 months before trying to get pregnant. This allows your menstrual cycle to regulate and increases the chances of successful concep...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
It is more appropriate to wait three to six months after stopping medication before trying to conceive. During this period, the menstrual cycle will stabilize, and the quality of the eggs will improve. This is generally true unless the woman is of advanced maternal age; in such c...[Read More] How Long Before Trying to Conceive Should You Stop Birth Control Pills?
Is It Safe to Get Dental X-Rays While Trying to Conceive?
Is it safe to see a dentist and have X-rays taken when preparing for pregnancy? The first day of the last menstrual cycle was January 22, with a cycle length of 26 days. Recently, I underwent root canal treatment due to a cavity, and the dentist recommended an X-ray. Since I am p...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes, but protective measures should be taken as the first three months before pregnancy have the greatest impact.[Read More] Is It Safe to Get Dental X-Rays While Trying to Conceive?
What Specialist to See for Salivary Gland Issues?
May I consult the doctor again? If there are no counter-regulatory effects and the signal to inhibit the salivary glands is transmitted to the pituitary gland, which specialist should I consult?
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Metabolism Department[Read More] What Specialist to See for Salivary Gland Issues?
Does Frequent Sexual Activity Affect Salivary Gland Function?
Frequent sexual activity? Frequent sexual activity can lead to various physiological changes, but it is not typically associated with abnormal salivary gland secretion. Increased saliva production can be influenced by factors such as hydration, diet, medications, or stress rather...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
In general, under conditions of mental pleasure, excitement, and happiness, various glands in the body (hormones) are stimulated and secrete abundantly. Your situation is similar; the pituitary gland is stimulated and sends signals to the salivary glands, resulting in increased s...[Read More] Does Frequent Sexual Activity Affect Salivary Gland Function?
Can I Get Pregnant? Understanding Ovulation and Menstrual Cycle
Can I get pregnant? My menstrual cycle is 30 days. My period started on the 23rd of last month, and I had sexual intercourse on the 29th. Is there a chance of getting pregnant? Is there always an ovulation event during each month's ovulation period? Why does my menstrual flo...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan reply Obstetrics and Gynecology
Most ovulation periods will exhibit ovulatory phenomena, but the intensity may vary. The first day of menstruation is considered day fourteen, with a fertile window of about 2 to 3 days before and after. Therefore, engaging in sexual intercourse on the 29th would have a very low ...[Read More] Can I Get Pregnant? Understanding Ovulation and Menstrual Cycle