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Understanding Induced Abortion: Costs and Resources for Support

Induction of labor surgery After the divorce, I am facing financial difficulties while raising my two children alone. The father keeps saying he will provide money, but then disappears when it's time to deliver. This situation has been going back and forth, and now I am over...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you are quite far along in your pregnancy, so it's important to address this quickly. Some clinics or hospitals are willing to help, but you should check with your regular obstetrician-gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Menstrual Delay: When to Seek Help and Pregnancy Concerns

Menstrual period is delayed by five days as of October 21? My menstrual cycle is not irregular but also not completely regular, ranging from 33 to 37 days. On September 29, the app predicted my ovulation date in early October (I don't remember the exact date), and I had my l...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are not pregnant. Wait for another week, and if your period still does not arrive, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Medication Abortion: Concerns About Pregnancy After Treatment

Medication abortion issues On October 7, I took RU486, and on October 9, I took the second dose. During my follow-up appointment on October 10, the embryo had been expelled, but the endometrium was not yet completely clear, so I continued taking uterotonics. On October 17, the en...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can take emergency contraception just in case. Wishing you good health.

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Concerns About Medication Abortion: Risks of Pregnancy After Treatment

Medication abortion issues On October 7, I took RU486, and on October 9, I took the second dose. During my follow-up appointment on October 10, it was confirmed that the embryo had been expelled, but the endometrium was not yet completely cleared, so I continued taking uterotonic...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can take emergency contraception just in case. Wishing you good health.

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Impact of Multiple Abortions on Future Fertility: A Medical Inquiry

Multiple induced abortions Hello, I would like to ask the doctor about my medical history. I underwent a surgical abortion in February 2020, had a cesarean section to deliver my next child in March 2021, and took RU486 in February 2023. I have been consistently following up with ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not cause infertility, but it is still recommended to avoid it as much as possible. Wishing you good health.

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Can I Take Emergency Contraceptive Pills After Medical Abortion?

Can I take emergency contraception one week after a medical abortion? I had a medical abortion on September 20 and had sexual intercourse with ejaculation on October 4. Can I take emergency contraception? What is the likelihood of pregnancy?


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: It is not recommended to take emergency contraceptive pills. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Chances of Pregnancy After Medical Abortion: What You Need to Know

The likelihood of becoming pregnant after a medical abortion? I took the first dose on September 5 and returned for the second dose on September 7. On September 8, the gestational sac was expelled, but some remained. I had a follow-up appointment on September 14 and there were st...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.

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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:
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:
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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High Prolactin Levels After Abortion: What You Need to Know

Elevated prolactin levels after miscarriage? On May 22, an abortion was performed. After that, menstruation was normal for over a month, but then there were no periods for two consecutive months. On September 7, a visit was made to the obstetrics and gynecology department, where ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, there are some abnormalities. Please follow up with the original obstetrics and gynecology department. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Post-Abortion Menstrual Irregularities and Hormone Levels

Blood test values inquiry? Hello, I underwent a surgical abortion on March 27, and since then, I have experienced irregular menstruation. I have not had my period for a long time, so I returned to the original surgical hospital at the end of May to seek treatment for inducing men...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, your blood test results are normal. You may consider taking contraceptive pills for a few months. Wishing you good health.

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Do You Need Menstrual Induction Medication After Medical Abortion?

Do I need to take medication to induce menstruation after a medical abortion? Hello, doctor. I had a medical abortion with the first dose on August 17, and now, after a whole day, the bleeding has reduced to just a little bit. During today's follow-up ultrasound, it was conf...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, my suggestion is to temporarily refrain from taking medication and just observe. Wishing you good health.

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Will My Health Insurance Card Show Records of a Private Abortion?

Will there be a record on the health insurance card for self-paid medication related to abortion? Recently, I had a miscarriage using a self-paid medication, but I'm unsure if this will be recorded on my health insurance card. The last time I went to the obstetrics and gynec...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the records on the National Health Insurance card are usually determined by whether the physician has uploaded them to the National Health Insurance Administration. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang

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Post-Abortion Sexual Activity: Risks and Contraceptive Guidance

Sexual intercourse after abortion? If a vacuum aspiration abortion was performed on July 21 and a follow-up appointment on July 28 showed no signs of pregnancy, the likelihood of becoming pregnant after having unprotected intercourse on July 29 is low, but not impossible. It is i...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello PINPIN: There is still a possibility of pregnancy with unprotected intercourse and withdrawal. Emergency contraception should be taken within 5-7 days from the date of potential conception (July 26 - July 28) to be effective. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare...

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Understanding Ovulation After Medication-Induced Abortion: Key Insights

The next ovulation after a medical abortion? I would like to ask about the second dose of three medications I took on July 15. I returned for a follow-up on July 20 and was told that I had not expelled everything, so I took another medication to induce contractions. On July 27, d...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello, Huahua: There is still a possibility of pregnancy. After a complete miscarriage, ovulation may occur, but it is difficult to predict when the next ovulation will happen. It is recommended to take appropriate contraceptive measures. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and ...

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Chances of Pregnancy After Medical Abortion: Key Insights

The likelihood of becoming pregnant after a medical abortion? I would like to ask, I took the second dose of three pills on July 15, and during my follow-up appointment on July 20, I was told that I still needed to take uterine contraction medication. By my follow-up appointment ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, there is still a chance. It is advisable to take emergency contraceptive pills just in case. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Herpes and Abnormal Pap Smear: Key Health Concerns

My boyfriend has simplex herpes? Medical History: 1. I have undergone three abortions (in the years 2014, 2019, and 2023). 2. I had an abortion in early May, and in mid-July, I received a call about abnormal results from my Pap smear (I had sexual intercourse the day before the s...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, abortion and sexual activity are unrelated to Pap smear tests. The results of the Pap smear should be discussed with your physician. Herpes is also unrelated to the Pap smear. You can first undergo a HPV test; if the result is negative, you can then receive the vaccine. Yo...

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Understanding Abnormal Pap Smear Results After Abortion and Sexual Health Concerns

May abortion. Abnormal Pap smear in July. Issues related to vaccines? Hello Doctor, I apologize for having multiple questions at once. Medical History: 1. I have had three abortions (in 2014, 2019, and 2023). 2. I had an abortion in early May, and in mid-July, I received a no...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Precautions before a Pap smear: 1. Avoid sexual intercourse the night before. 2. Do not schedule during your menstrual period. 3. Do not use vaginal suppositories. 4. Avoid douching. 5. Refrain from taking a bath in a tub. An abnormal result from a Pap smear does not necessarily ...

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Pregnancy Chances After Abortion: Understanding Your Cycle

The probability of becoming pregnant after an abortion? Hello, I underwent a miscarriage on June 12 due to the absence of a heartbeat, but my menstrual cycle has not returned yet. During this period, my boyfriend and I had sexual intercourse on July 3, 6, 7, 12, 17, and 18. I wou...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, there is still a chance. It's advisable to wait and observe; you can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse. Wishing you good health.

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Can Ergot Alkaloids Interact with Antihistamines After Medical Abortion?

Medication for medical abortion? On July 17, I took RU486, and on July 19, I took the second dose. On the night of July 19, I expelled the gestational sac and a large structure that should be the embryo. On July 19, I can start taking ergometrine to promote uterine contractions a...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.

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