Understanding Contraception: Expert Answers to Common Questions
Knowledge related to contraception? Hello Dr. Dong: I often see many discussions online regarding contraception, but many still leave me with unanswered questions or doubts, so I decided to consult an expert for more reliable information. I would like to ask: 1. If I engage in se...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: It is not advisable to engage in sexual activity too early, especially if one is not capable of taking responsibility for their actions (responsibility encompasses more than just dealing with pregnancy and potential abortion). Using oral contraceptives or condoms are both ...[Read More] Understanding Contraception: Expert Answers to Common Questions
Is It Normal to Get Your Period Two Weeks After a Miscarriage?
Menstruation occurred two weeks after miscarriage? I had a medical abortion on April 25th (because the baby had no heartbeat at about 6-7 weeks). I stopped bleeding on May 5th, and my period started on May 22nd. Is this normal? I am in Australia, and the doctor only prescribed me...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: I understand you are in Australia, and I'm not sure how convenient it is for you to seek medical care. In principle, I would still recommend that you see a doctor to confirm whether a complete miscarriage has occurred and to determine if there are any other causes for...[Read More] Is It Normal to Get Your Period Two Weeks After a Miscarriage?
Understanding Ovulation and Pregnancy After Abortion: A Guide for Women
How to conceive again? Hello, doctor. I had a surgical abortion in February, and it has been three months without contraception. After the procedure, my menstrual periods were as follows: March 26 to March 31, and April 26 to May 1. On May 5, I felt a slight pain in my lower abdo...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Your menstrual cycle is quite regular; however, having ovulation and sexual intercourse every month does not guarantee pregnancy, so try not to put too much psychological pressure on yourself. I hope you can conceive soon. It might be helpful to consult a fertility special...[Read More] Understanding Ovulation and Pregnancy After Abortion: A Guide for Women
Understanding Pain During Intercourse: Causes and Solutions for Women
There is a persistent issue of pain during the process of intercourse? Hello Dr. Chang, my wife and I have been married for over ten years. Throughout this time, my wife has experienced pain during intercourse (the pain primarily occurs inside the vagina, not at the vaginal openi...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Hong: 1. RU-486 generally does not cause thinning of the vaginal wall; this is mostly congenital. If this were the cause of the symptoms, it would likely have been evident earlier. 2. Clinically, phimosis should not cause these symptoms; urologists are more likely to...[Read More] Understanding Pain During Intercourse: Causes and Solutions for Women
Understanding Post-Abortion Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Help
Inquiry about miscarriage status after taking Apano tablets? Dear Dr. Dong, I am currently over seven weeks pregnant. On March 18, 2010, I took Apano (three tablets) to induce a miscarriage. On March 20, I returned for a follow-up, and the doctor inserted three tablets of prosta...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, the physician has carefully arranged your treatment and follow-up care, so it's understandable that you might be concerned about the possibility of bleeding. Generally, after a complete miscarriage, the menstrual period typically returns in ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Abortion Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Menstrual Cycles After Abortion: What to Expect
Menstrual Period After Abortion Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire whether the menstrual cycle after an abortion will be as regular as it was before the abortion. Before the abortion, my cycle was approximately 29 days. I had my first period after the abortion on March 26. Wh...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Your menstrual cycle is typically 29 days. The first menstrual period after a complete miscarriage usually occurs between one month to one and a half months post-miscarriage, and subsequent periods are likely to return to the 29-day cycle. The first ovulation after a misca...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Cycles After Abortion: What to Expect
Post-Abortion Care: Essential Tips for Recovery and Health Restoration
Regarding health maintenance? Hello Doctor: My girlfriend and I are both second-year university students. Recently, she discovered that her period was delayed, and after taking a pregnancy test, she found out she is pregnant (the embryo is less than a month old). Today, we visite...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello: During the use of RU-486, please avoid alcohol, ginseng, and Siwu Decoction for two weeks to prevent improper uterine contractions that may lead to a failed abortion. You may also take a few doses of Shenghua Decoction to aid in expulsion. During the abortion period, rest ...[Read More] Post-Abortion Care: Essential Tips for Recovery and Health Restoration
Understanding Abortion Medications: Types, Effects, and Side Effects
The issue of abortion? 1. The oral and injectable abortion medications currently prescribed in obstetrics and gynecology include mifepristone (also known as RU-486) and misoprostol. 2. The onset of effectiveness can occur as soon as 24 to 48 hours after administration, depending...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: The concerns you have regarding abortion medications, timing, and effectiveness cannot be fully and comprehensively addressed in just a few lines. Typically, after seeking medical care, based on your relevant examination results—including menstrual history, ultrasound find...[Read More] Understanding Abortion Medications: Types, Effects, and Side Effects
Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle After Abortion: What to Expect
After an abortion, the next menstrual period? Hello Dr. Chen, I apologize for bothering you again. Last time I came here, I asked about my experience with a miscarriage abroad, where I had continuous bleeding, but as you mentioned, I patiently waited for my uterus to recover, and...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
After a complete miscarriage, the recovery of ovarian ovulatory function varies from person to person and depends on different circumstances, making it difficult to accurately predict the date of the next menstrual period. However, if fertilization occurs during the first ovulati...[Read More] Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle After Abortion: What to Expect
Understanding Prolonged Bleeding After Abortion and Hormonal Treatments
Prolonged bleeding after abortion and hormonal medications? Hello Doctor, I live abroad. In September 2009, my urine test confirmed pregnancy. Due to the healthcare system here, I could only apply for an abdominal ultrasound after 11 weeks of pregnancy. When I was 13 weeks pregna...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Based on your description and considering my own clinical experience in obstetrics and gynecology, your obstetrician should have already considered and ruled out an ectopic pregnancy, diagnosing you instead with a missed miscarriage (with a nonviable embryo remaining in the uteru...[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Bleeding After Abortion and Hormonal Treatments
Managing High Mercury Levels During Pregnancy: Treatment Options and Concerns
High mercury levels? Thank you for your response! I would like to ask, if tests show elevated levels of mercury in the blood or urine, are there any treatments or remedies available? I am concerned about the potential effects on the fetus, as my husband and I do not accept aborti...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Tests have revealed elevated levels of mercury in the blood or urine, and there are related treatment methods available. However, such conditions are mostly due to prolonged exposure to high-risk environments. In your case, the likelihood of having elevated blood or urine ...[Read More] Managing High Mercury Levels During Pregnancy: Treatment Options and Concerns
Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Intercourse on Day 5 of Menstruation
Fifth day of menstruation? If it has been five days since your menstrual period started and there was an accidental ejaculation inside you, there is a potential risk of pregnancy. However, since you took emergency contraception (Plan B) within 12 hours of the incident, this signi...
Dr. Zhong Wenzhen Reply:
Hello Sir: Thank you for your question. Here are the responses and suggestions regarding your inquiry: The correct understanding should be as follows: a. Ovulation occurs about 14 days before the next menstrual period. b. The fertilization window after ovulation is approximately ...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Intercourse on Day 5 of Menstruation
Can You Get Pregnant After Taking RU486 and Having Unprotected Sex?
The possibility of becoming pregnant after having sexual intercourse following the intake of RU486 (mifepristone) depends on several factors, including the timing of the medication and the stage of pregnancy. RU486 is primarily used for medical abortion, and if taken correctly He...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Hello: 1. The ovaries need to have mature eggs in order to conceive. Generally, after a miscarriage, the ovaries restart and begin producing new eggs, which typically takes about two weeks. Counting from October 4, this means that after two weeks, around October 18, it is possi...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Taking RU486 and Having Unprotected Sex?
Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms: Managing Back Pain After Medication
Abortion My girlfriend experienced lower back pain during her menstrual periods after taking medication to conceive in 2006. Could this be a side effect? What methods can help alleviate this issue?
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Hello, there are many reasons that can lead to lower back pain during menstruation, such as chronic inflammation of the uterus, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids. It can be difficult to determine whether it is a consequence of a miscarriage. Please consult a gynecologist for fu...[Read More] Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms: Managing Back Pain After Medication
Hospitals for Abortion Services in Hsinchu and Miaoli: Safety and Costs
Hospitals for Induced Abortion Doctor, I would like to ask which hospitals in Hsinchu and Miaoli perform artificial abortion. Is there any risk associated with undergoing an abortion at 14 weeks of pregnancy, and what is the approximate cost?
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. In our country, the procedure for induced abortion must comply with the Maternal and Child Health Act. It is recommended to have at least a general understanding of the contents of this law. 2. Induced abortion carries certain risks, so it is advisable to consult in per...[Read More] Hospitals for Abortion Services in Hsinchu and Miaoli: Safety and Costs
Can a Thin Endometrium Affect Pregnancy and Embryo Development?
Is the endometrium too thin? Recently, I experienced a miscarriage due to the cessation of embryonic heartbeat and underwent a medical abortion. I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner who mentioned that my endometrium is too thin, making it difficult for the embr...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Early miscarriage, according to research reports, is attributed to chromosomal abnormalities in over 70% of cases. Clinically, aside from the fact that damage to the endometrium due to surgery or severe inflammation can lead to adhesions that may cause infertility, miscarriage, o...[Read More] Can a Thin Endometrium Affect Pregnancy and Embryo Development?
Pregnancy After German Measles Vaccination: Is Abortion Necessary?
German measles Is it necessary to undergo an abortion if pregnancy occurs three months after receiving the German measles (rubella) vaccine?
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Women should avoid pregnancy for three months after receiving the German measles (rubella) vaccine. If an unintended pregnancy occurs during this period, there is concern about the potential risk of fetal malformations, and a therapeutic abortion may be necessary to terminate the...[Read More] Pregnancy After German Measles Vaccination: Is Abortion Necessary?
Is It Menstruation or Residual Bleeding After Abortion?
Is it menstruation? This month's menstrual period was from July 20 to July 25. After having intercourse with my husband on the 28th, I noticed some blood stains on my underwear. A little bit again on the 31st after another sexual encounter, and the next day there was a bit m...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Based on your description, the menstrual period that started on July 20 after the abortion procedure and the abnormal vaginal bleeding in early August should not be related to the abortion. It may simply be irregular bleeding during your menstrual cycle, commonly referred to as d...[Read More] Is It Menstruation or Residual Bleeding After Abortion?
Understanding Post-Sexual Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
After intercourse, there is heavy bleeding similar to a menstrual period? At the beginning of June, my menstrual cycle lasted for 7 days, followed by intermittent light bleeding that feels like my period isn't fully clearing out. Sometimes it's red, other times it'...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
I'm sorry, but abnormal vaginal bleeding requires a gynecological examination for an accurate diagnosis. You should see a gynecologist! As long as there is no vaginal bleeding and no vaginal douching or use of tampons, it is appropriate to have a Pap smear done at the gyneco...[Read More] Understanding Post-Sexual Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Post-Miscarriage Pregnancy Testing: Understanding Your Cycle and Symptoms
Pregnancy test after a miscarriage? You were previously pregnant for 17 weeks and underwent a medical induction on June 11. Two weeks later, you began having sexual intercourse with your boyfriend without using protection, and he did not ejaculate inside you. Now, almost a month ...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
At 17 weeks of pregnancy, after a medically induced abortion, the time until ovulation resumes varies from person to person and cannot be predicted. If there is no subsequent pregnancy, menstruation is expected to return within 1-2 months after the miscarriage. The presence of ye...[Read More] Post-Miscarriage Pregnancy Testing: Understanding Your Cycle and Symptoms