Understanding Pregnancy Testing: What to Do When Your Period is Late
Pregnancy test questions? Hello doctor, my menstrual cycle is about 30 to 35 days (mostly 35 days). Over the past two years, my periods have become shorter and the flow has decreased (to less than half of what it used to be). My last period started around October 1st, and I had s...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is generally recommended to wait at least 12 days after conception to take a pregnancy test for accurate results. The chances of pregnancy are low. Typically, menstruation should occur within one week after finishing menstrual induction medication. If your period has no...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Testing: What to Do When Your Period is Late
Understanding Abortion: Experiences and Concerns After Taking RU486
Abortion issues Last week, after discovering two lines on a pregnancy test, I decided to visit an obstetrician-gynecologist to confirm the pregnancy, which was determined to have occurred two weeks ago. The doctor asked if I wanted to continue with the pregnancy, but since I just...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello, Miss Mier: Your bleeding volume sounds normal, so there shouldn't be any cause for concern. However, you should still return for a follow-up appointment so the doctor can perform an ultrasound to check if everything has been cleared out properly. There will be no reco...[Read More] Understanding Abortion: Experiences and Concerns After Taking RU486
Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms and Concerns: A Guide for Women
Abortion Hello, doctor. Due to the gestational sac growth stopping at 6 weeks, I took medication for a medical abortion on October 15 at about 9 weeks. The next day, I experienced some tissue expulsion. On October 18, during a follow-up visit, it was confirmed that the gestationa...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
The home pregnancy test still shows two lines, indicating that there is still a small amount of embryonic tissue present. Whether surgical curettage is necessary or if medication can suffice should be discussed further during a follow-up appointment with your physician. Sincerely...[Read More] Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms and Concerns: A Guide for Women
Understanding Prostaglandin Effects After Abortion Medication: What to Expect
Prostaglandin Hello, Doctor: I visited the doctor on November 9 (Wednesday) and took the abortion pill. This morning, November 11 (Friday), I took three doses of prostaglandin. However, I read online that it usually takes effect within 2-3 hours. I called the clinic to inquire, a...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
The response usually takes effect within 2 hours. If there is no reaction after that time, it may not be effective. Please discuss this further with your physician. Sincerely, Dr. Lu Li-Cheng, Taoyuan Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Prostaglandin Effects After Abortion Medication: What to Expect
Understanding Inflammation After Pap Smear: Recovery and Sexual Health
Inflammation detected in Pap smear test? Hello Doctor: I recently underwent an abortion procedure, and during my regular follow-up visit, I also had a Pap smear done. The report indicated inflammation, and the physician prescribed me suppositories and oral medication, instructing...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there are no discomforts, you can resume sexual activity, but it is advisable to use contraception. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Inflammation After Pap Smear: Recovery and Sexual Health
Post-Abortion Concerns: Understanding Inflammation and Recovery Tips
Post-abortion issues Hello Doctor: I underwent a suction curettage abortion on October 29, and I currently have no bleeding. However, my Pap smear results indicate inflammation. Since the surgery until today, November 8, I have been taking my medications on time, attending follow...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. FREEZ: The results of your Pap smear indicate cervical inflammation, which is quite common in clinical practice. If you do not have any symptoms, there is no need to worry, and it is unrelated to your surgery. It is not necessary to stop using the herbal formula. Modera...[Read More] Post-Abortion Concerns: Understanding Inflammation and Recovery Tips
Understanding Abortion Risks and Pregnancy Testing After 10 Weeks
Abortion Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my girlfriend, who has been determined to be 10 weeks pregnant. The estimated date of conception is September 11, but we had intercourse on August 29 and September 14. She also had relations with a colleague on September 2. Does t...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if pregnancy is determined to be at 10 weeks, the likelihood of conception on September 2 is low. It's generally acceptable before 12 weeks, but the risk of surgery increases after 12 weeks. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Abortion Risks and Pregnancy Testing After 10 Weeks
Pregnancy Chances After Taking Abortion Pills: What You Need to Know
The likelihood of becoming pregnant after taking abortion pills? I took RU486 on October 13, and I started bleeding on the 14th, which continued until the 27th or 28th before it stopped. On November 7, I had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation. In the days leading up to that...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
If you are concerned, you may consider taking emergency contraception. Generally, emergency contraceptive pills should be taken within 48 hours. It is always best to use preventive measures beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecolo...[Read More] Pregnancy Chances After Taking Abortion Pills: What You Need to Know
Understanding Medical Abortion: What to Expect and When to Seek Help
Medication abortion Hello, I took one dose of Misoprostol on September 30th, and there were no reactions on that day or the following day. On October 2nd at 8 AM, I took three pills (which should induce uterine contractions, right?). I experienced mild abdominal discomfort, and a...
Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
Consult a physician for an ultrasound examination, as there may be something that has not been expelled.[Read More] Understanding Medical Abortion: What to Expect and When to Seek Help
Can Doctors Detect Past Abortions? Understanding Vacuum Aspiration Effects
Can it be detected after an abortion? I had a vacuum aspiration a year ago, and I would like to ask if a doctor can tell that I had the procedure. What are the potential side effects of vacuum aspiration? I've noticed that my menstrual cycle has been irregular lately.
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it may not be noticeable at first, but sometimes it can cause irregularities in the menstrual cycle. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Doctors Detect Past Abortions? Understanding Vacuum Aspiration Effects
Understanding Abortion Records: Privacy and Health Insurance Concerns
Abortion issues I discovered I was pregnant at the age of 19 and was nine weeks along when I underwent a procedure to terminate the pregnancy. Shortly after, I became pregnant again and took RU486. Now that I am married and planning to have children, I have gone to a large hospit...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, there will be no records. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Abortion Records: Privacy and Health Insurance Concerns
Concerns About Unprotected Sex: Pregnancy and Emotional Impact
I had an unpleasant sexual experience with my boyfriend? Dear Doctor: I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend on October 13th, and he did not use a condom. On October 14th, I experienced bleeding, which increased the following day but then stopped. I went to the hospital for a...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low. Generally, a pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception to yield accurate results. It is always best to use contraceptive measures beforehand and not to rely on the safe period. If your period is more than a week late...[Read More] Concerns About Unprotected Sex: Pregnancy and Emotional Impact
Prolonged Bleeding After Miscarriage: Concerns and Solutions
Prolonged bleeding for more than a month after a miscarriage? I am nearly eight weeks pregnant and have one child already. I accidentally became pregnant again, and my doctor recommended using medication for a medical abortion (my menstrual cycle has been irregular postpartum, an...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I’m sorry I cannot diagnose based on the described symptoms. It is possible that there may be retained products of conception from a miscarriage. If you continue to experience discomfort, I recommend seeing a gynecologist for a thorough examination. Wishing you good health...[Read More] Prolonged Bleeding After Miscarriage: Concerns and Solutions
Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms: What to Expect After 21 Days
21 days after miscarriage? Hello, my situation is as follows: I underwent a vacuum aspiration procedure for a miscarriage on September 29. For the two weeks prior, I had minimal bleeding. After the procedure, I started taking birth control pills the next day, but I experienced mi...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be related to stopping the contraceptive pills. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms: What to Expect After 21 Days
Understanding the Normal Effects of Mifepristone Use After Abortion
Taking abortion pills? Hello, I would like to ask about taking RU486 on October 13, and then taking the second dose on the evening of October 14. I experienced abdominal pain for about half an hour afterward, which subsided, and I started to bleed. However, the bleeding only occu...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, after taking the medication, please return to the obstetrics and gynecology department for follow-up treatment. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Normal Effects of Mifepristone Use After Abortion
Can I Take Hiccup After Abortion Surgery? Conflicting Medical Advice
Can I take Hiccup after a miscarriage surgery? Hello doctor: After my delivery surgery, I received different answers during my follow-up visits. Today, I went back to the original clinic, and they said there were no blood clots, only blood fluid. They prescribed me Hiccup (likely...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, after a cesarean section, if there are blood clots or blood discharge, different doctors may handle it in various ways. It is recommended to return to the original clinic, as they should be able to assist you in resolving the issue. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can I Take Hiccup After Abortion Surgery? Conflicting Medical Advice
Is a Persistent Temperature Above 37°C Normal After Abortion?
After the abortion procedure, the body temperature has remained above 37 degrees Celsius? Hello Doctor: My wife is 9 weeks pregnant and underwent a surgical abortion on October 6 due to the absence of a fetal heartbeat. Since the procedure, her daily temperature has been above 37...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, after a surgical abortion, having a fever may indicate inflammation. It is recommended to return to the obstetrics and gynecology department for a thorough examination. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Is a Persistent Temperature Above 37°C Normal After Abortion?
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Menstrual Irregularities
Pregnancy test Menstruation I had a medical abortion in August, and my next period came on September 30. I had sexual intercourse with a condom on September 22. After that, I experienced some pain in my uterus for a moment. Now, my period still hasn't arrived. I took pregnan...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if the pregnancy test shows only one line, the chance of being pregnant is low. It's best to always use contraception beforehand and not rely on the safe period. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Menstrual Irregularities
Can You Get Pregnant After Abortion If Your Partner Ejaculates Inside?
Can I get pregnant after having an abortion if I have unprotected intercourse? I took medication to terminate my pregnancy on October 3rd, and now I'm experiencing only a little bit of brown discharge. My boyfriend ejaculated inside me on October 8th. Is there a possibility ...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Hsu: It is unlikely that you became pregnant from sexual intercourse on October 8th, as ovulation had not yet occurred.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Abortion If Your Partner Ejaculates Inside?
Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms: What to Expect After 25 Days
25 days post-abortion? On August 27, I took medication and a suppository, approximately around the fifth to sixth week of pregnancy. The doctor mentioned that my uterus is retroverted. After taking the medication, I spent about five hours in bed without any discomfort. Later, I s...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
It is recommended to return for a follow-up examination, as it may be due to 1. dysfunctional uterine bleeding, 2. incomplete miscarriage, or 3. pelvic inflammatory disease.[Read More] Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms: What to Expect After 25 Days