Abortion, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Can You Get Pregnant a Week After Your Period? Expert Insights

If intercourse occurs about a week after menstruation, is there a chance of becoming pregnant? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend got her period on April 4th. We had sexual intercourse on April 13th and 14th, during which I inserted my penis into her vagina. There was some pre-ejaculat...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the male reproductive system can contain sperm in the pre-ejaculatory fluid before ejaculation. Additionally, emergency contraception is only effective within 72 hours after sexual intercourse. Therefore, if your period is more than a week late, it is recommended that you ...

Bleeding at Six Weeks Pregnant: Is There Still Hope?

Bleeding at six weeks of pregnancy? Hello, I am currently six weeks pregnant and have been experiencing bleeding. Yesterday, the ultrasound showed that the embryo is not round and there is no heartbeat yet. I would like to know if there is still hope in this situation?

Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
If there is no significant bleeding, bed rest can be considered. However, if the bleeding is nearly as heavy as a menstrual period, further examination is necessary to determine if there is a need for a therapeutic abortion.

Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Testing Confusion

Am I pregnant or not?! I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.

Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Zi, Regarding your questions, here are the responses: 1. I first recorded a low basal body temperature for four months, then a high temperature for three months until now. Can this indicate that I am pregnant? Answer: Changes in body temperature are only a reference....

Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Abortion Options: A Guide for Women

Pregnancy Testing & Abortion Hello Dr. Chen: My last menstrual period was from January 12 to January 17, 2012. My periods have always been very regular, and they usually come early. It's already the 13th of this month, but my period hasn't arrived yet. I have slight...

Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
With advancements in technology, today's urine pregnancy tests are very accurate and can detect pregnancy early. Medication for abortion should only be used after a qualified obstetrician confirms an early intrauterine pregnancy to ensure safety. In terms of physiological im...

Postpartum Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes, Concerns, and Future Pregnancy Risks

Postpartum lower abdominal pain? In April, I became pregnant, but due to the baby's heart irregularities, enlarged kidneys, and thick neck skin, the doctor diagnosed the situation and I underwent a medical abortion at 22 weeks. I was induced with medication and delivered as ...

Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
There are many possible causes of lower abdominal pain in women, which are not necessarily related to gynecological issues and may not be directly associated with a previous miscarriage. It is advisable to seek medical consultation for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Understanding Abortion Procedures and Future Fertility Concerns

Abortion complications I accidentally became pregnant, and we are not ready to have a child. I went for an abortion. On January 31, the doctor first gave me a pill that I didn't know what it was, and then prescribed me three doses of Misoprostol, instructing me to take all t...

Dr. Yang Wangjun Reply:
Hello: The oral abortion medication RU-486 combined with misoprostol is generally required for pregnancies less than 7 weeks gestation (calculated from the first day of the last menstrual period). It is also necessary to confirm an intrauterine pregnancy. The most common complica...

How Soon After Medical Abortion Can You Get a Tubal Ligation?

Vasectomy Hello, I underwent a medication-induced abortion at the clinic on October 17 (approximately 5-6 weeks pregnant). Since I already have three children, I would like to know how long after the medication abortion I can undergo a sterilization procedure. Thank you for your ...

Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: There is no absolute time frame for female sterilization after a miscarriage, but it is preferable to proceed with the sterilization once it is confirmed that the miscarriage is complete and there is no pelvic inflammatory disease. If you do not wish to have more children,...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Abortion: What to Expect

Delayed menstruation? Hello doctor, I underwent an abortion on July 28 (the fetus was approximately 11 weeks at that time). After the procedure, I did not experience any bleeding and have had three follow-up appointments confirming that everything is fine. I had sexual intercours...

Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
Dear Dr. Tsai Yong-long of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, After an induced abortion, the ovulation date is often uncertain (as we interrupt the entire cycle artificially), which is why it is common to conceive agai...

Understanding Insurance Coverage for Abortion in Taiwan: A Guide for Couples

Does health insurance cover induced abortion or medication? Hello, I would like to ask how many times abortion is covered by health insurance? Or is it all out-of-pocket? (The reasons are as follows) 1. My wife felt abdominal discomfort last week and went to see a gynecologist, w...

Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Voluntary abortion to terminate a pregnancy is not classified as a disease. Currently, both oral abortion medications and surgical abortions are not covered by health insurance and are considered out-of-pocket expenses. It seems there may have been a misunderstanding. You can als...

Concerned About Pregnancy After Late Period: What to Do Next?

I'm late for my menstrual cycle, and I'm afraid I might be pregnant? I had an encounter on May 6th and 7th, and three days later, I bought a pregnancy test. The first test was negative, and then I tested again six days later, and again seven days later, both tests were ...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, in response to your inquiry: The time you mentioned for intercourse may still fall within the risk period. However, a urine test can only detect pregnancy 10-14 days after fertilization, which is too late for emergency contraception (which should be taken within 72 hours)....

Understanding Laparoscopy for Unexplained Lower Abdominal Pain

Pinhole laparoscope Hello, I would like to ask a question regarding my friend. Last month, she underwent an abortion procedure. About three weeks later, she started experiencing lower abdominal pain and noticed some discharge. Subsequently, the lower abdominal pain intensified. S...

Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of abdominal pain, and what seems like a simple case may sometimes require a period of examination to determine the exact cause. If abdominal pain persists after ongoing treatment, it is advisable to seek help at a medical center or hospital outpatien...

Understanding Menstrual Changes After Using Cytotec for Abortion

Issues After Abortion In mid-February, I took Cytotec 200 mcg tablets for abortion, and it has been a month since then, but my period has not arrived. I would like to ask if taking that medication will change my menstrual cycle or if it will remain the same as before. Thanks.

Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Regarding your questions, I have a few inquiries that I need clarification on: 1. Have you confirmed a normal pregnancy before taking the related medications after seeking medical attention? 2. Have you confirmed a complete miscarriage? 3. Are you referring to the menstrua...

Understanding the Risks of Multiple Abortions and Surgical Interventions

Abortion issues Hello doctor, my girlfriend took abortion pills in mid-February to terminate a pregnancy of about three weeks. After her follow-up visit, the doctor said that the abortion was incomplete, but the embryo had already passed. She was advised to take the abortion pill...

Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: There is a possibility of incomplete abortion whether using abortion pills or through surgical abortion, which is why doctors will require follow-up visits for examination. If there are still signs of incomplete abortion after taking the medication, surgical intervention m...

Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Effectiveness and Usage

Regarding oral emergency contraceptive pills? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about my situation. I had unprotected sexual intercourse twice on February 26, once at 3 AM and again at 10 AM. My last menstrual period started on February 7. On March 1, I took two pills of eme...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills is 97% within 72 hours, but there is a difference in effectiveness between 24 hours and 72 hours. This is a matter of probability and also depends on individual physiology. If your period is late, it is best to undergo rel...

Understanding Uterine Contraction Medications: Side Effects and Next Steps

Uterotonics Hello, I would like to ask: 20 days ago, I went to a certain obstetrics and gynecology clinic and took RU486. After that, the doctor prescribed a uterine contraction medication to be taken after breakfast and dinner for 7 days. I returned for a follow-up after 7 days....

Dr. Yang Wangjun Reply:
Hello: Generally, after taking RU-486, a stronger uterine contraction agent (Prostaglandin E2) is taken two days later, and abortion typically occurs within 3-4 hours after ingestion. Of course, depending on the gestational age, there may be cases of incomplete abortion or failur...

Understanding the Long-Term Effects of RU486 on Menstrual Health

Issues related to RU486? Hello Dr. Dong, I would like to inquire about the aftereffects of RU486 after abortion. Since I took the RU486 abortion pill prescribed by my obstetrician in 2004, my menstrual flow has become very heavy, and I experience severe abdominal pain during mens...

Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: There are many causes for heavy menstrual bleeding and dysmenorrhea, and uterine leiomyomas may be one of the factors affecting your condition. As I am not your treating physician, I cannot fully understand the severity of your illness and its potential impact on your mens...

What to Do If You Get Pregnant After Receiving the German Vaccine?

What should I do if I become pregnant after receiving the German vaccine? Hello Director Chang: If a pregnancy occurs about 1 to 2 months after receiving the German vaccine, what should be done? Should an abortion be considered? If no action is taken, is there a risk that the chi...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the measles vaccine is a live attenuated vaccine, not an inactivated one, so it is generally recommended to wait three months after vaccination before trying to conceive. However, this "recommendation" lacks concrete evidence from human studies. Some suggest that...

Understanding Vacuum Aspiration: A Guide for Early Pregnancy Termination

Vacuum suction 1. Currently, most abortions are performed using vacuum aspiration. Do general clinics have this equipment? 2. How does the degree of uterine injury after vacuum aspiration compare to that of general trauma? What is the approximate body integrity index? 3. Tradit...

Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: A qualified obstetrician-gynecologist should have the necessary equipment for performing induced abortions. However, abortion is not the same as trauma, and it is difficult to make an appropriate comparison. As for whether a woman should follow postpartum confinement after...

Understanding Contraception After Abortion: Your Questions Answered

Contraceptive issues!! Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask, my girlfriend previously underwent an abortion procedure, and the doctor mentioned that because the uterine lining was scraped, it would be easier for her to conceive. Is this true, or is there a specific timeframe, such ...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, Youzi: In theory, a miscarriage procedure can have a negative impact on fertility, but your girlfriend's situation may be better understood by the surgeon. The effectiveness of emergency contraception is 97% when taken within 72 hours before or after unprotected inter...

Understanding Medication-Induced Abortion: Common Concerns and Questions

Medication abortion Hello Dr. Dong: My wife has never been pregnant before. Her last menstrual period started on June 10. On July 15, she went to the obstetrics and gynecology hospital for an X-ray, and the doctor said she was pregnant and that there would be a heartbeat in about...

Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: If you experience abdominal pain and excessive bleeding, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible and do not wait for the bleeding to stop before returning for a follow-up. Regardless of the type of miscarriage, it is important to attend follow-up appointments...

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