Can I Get the HPV Vaccine if I Have Uterine Fibroids?
Uterine fibroids Hello, six months ago, I visited a gynecologist due to irregular menstruation and learned that I have uterine fibroids. In this situation, is it still possible to receive the cervical cancer vaccine?
Dr. Yang Wangjun Reply:
Hello: The cervical cancer vaccines currently available are the quadrivalent Gardasil (targeting human papillomavirus types 6, 11, 16, and 18) and the bivalent Cervarix (targeting human papillomavirus types 16 and 18). Gardasil is recommended for administration to individuals age...[Read More] Can I Get the HPV Vaccine if I Have Uterine Fibroids?
Understanding Uterine Adenomyosis: Pain Management and Treatment Options
Uterine adenomyosis Is it harmful to the body to take painkillers long-term due to severe pain during menstruation? If one has given birth, is it possible to avoid surgery postpartum? Can diet improve the symptoms? If one has this condition, should they still consider receiving t...
Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
Dear Fheji, Your symptoms are quite evident; you are likely experiencing endometriosis. Long-term use of painkillers is not advisable, and you should consult a gynecologist for an accurate diagnosis, which may include ultrasound and blood tests. If the condition is severe or if ...[Read More] Understanding Uterine Adenomyosis: Pain Management and Treatment Options
Understanding Cervical Cancer Vaccine: Pre-Vaccination Checkups Explained
Cervical cancer vaccine Before receiving the cervical cancer vaccine, are there any preliminary examination procedures? My mom is taking me to get vaccinated, but I can't let her know that I've had sexual intercourse. My mom knows the doctor, so I want to know if the do...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Dear Bei: Hello, you should inform the physician about any special allergic conditions, recent infections such as fever or illness, and any plans for pregnancy. After addressing these concerns, you should be able to proceed with the vaccination with peace of mind. Wishing you saf...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Cancer Vaccine: Pre-Vaccination Checkups Explained
Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Concerns
Cauliflower treatment My biopsy report has not come out yet. I also visited another clinic where Dr. A said that I have many white spots that are visible to the naked eye, but when I look in the mirror, I can't see them. Dr. B, on the other hand, said that currently, the onl...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Please be patient while waiting for the pathology report to confirm the diagnosis. After that, consult your physician for treatment based on the pathology report and clinical examination. For conditions like "cauliflower" (condylomata acuminata), it can be cured, but th...[Read More] Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Concerns
Cervical Pap Smear Guidelines: Age, Insurance Coverage, and Costs
Pap smear examination Hello, I would like to ask about the Pap smear examination. Is there an age restriction that it is only for individuals over 30 years old with sexual experience to qualify for insurance coverage? If someone is over 30 but has no sexual experience, do they st...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Currently, the National Health Insurance Administration provides cervical cytology screening for women aged 30 and above. Research has confirmed that human papillomavirus (HPV) transmitted through sexual intercourse is the primary carcinogenic factor for cervical cancer. Therefor...[Read More] Cervical Pap Smear Guidelines: Age, Insurance Coverage, and Costs
Should Virgins Get Pap Smears If Experiencing Unusual Symptoms?
Can individuals who have not engaged in sexual intercourse undergo a Pap smear? Hello, doctor: Last December, when my period came, I experienced a foul odor for 1 to 2 days. However, in January of this year, I noticed there was no odor. Additionally, I have been experiencing occa...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection through sexual intercourse has been established as the primary carcinogenic factor for cervical cancer. Women who are not sexually active do not require cervical cytology screening. Foul-smelling vaginal discharge and sciatica are not specific...[Read More] Should Virgins Get Pap Smears If Experiencing Unusual Symptoms?
Understanding Candida Vaginitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention Tips
Candidal vaginitis I have been struggling with vulvovaginal candidiasis for a long time... During flare-ups, I experience itching and redness. I usually wear breathable underwear and maintain good hygiene habits. However, I have a question: can vulvovaginal candidiasis cause freq...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
The Pap smear test can detect cervical cancer or precancerous lesions at an early stage, but it cannot diagnose pelvic inflammatory disease. However, during the Pap smear examination, a physician can assess and diagnose the presence of pelvic inflammatory disease through examinat...[Read More] Understanding Candida Vaginitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention Tips
Understanding HPV and Genital Warts: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Concerns
Cervical cancer treatment and HPV-related issues? This month, I went on a trip and stayed at an Airbnb. I had sexual relations with my boyfriend, and after returning, I started experiencing UTI symptoms. I went to see a doctor, who suddenly gave me shocking news: he said I have w...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
A biopsy of the lesion can determine whether the external perineal white spots are condyloma acuminatum or another skin condition. Please be patient while awaiting the pathology report. Electrosurgery or topical medications are treatment options for condyloma acuminatum, which ca...[Read More] Understanding HPV and Genital Warts: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Concerns
Understanding How Cervical Cancer Develops: Key Risk Factors Explained
Cervical cancer What causes cervical cancer?
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Recent clinical research reports have confirmed that human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the primary carcinogenic factor for cervical cancer. HPV infection is mostly transmitted through sexual intercourse, making complex sexual partner behaviors significant risk factors. A hu...[Read More] Understanding How Cervical Cancer Develops: Key Risk Factors Explained
Understanding Post-Sexual Intercourse Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Bleeding issues Hello, doctor: Sometimes I notice bleeding after having sexual intercourse with my boyfriend, but I do not have any other discharge in my daily life, and I do not feel particularly uncomfortable during the intercourse. I had a vaginal ultrasound done a little over...
Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
Dear Director Tsai Yong-long of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: Hello, Xin Yi. Post-coital bleeding or bleeding after amenorrhea is considered abnormal bleeding. While what you mentioned is a possibility, there coul...[Read More] Understanding Post-Sexual Intercourse Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Cervical Cancer Vaccination: Age Requirements and Access
Cervical cancer vaccine Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if the cervical cancer vaccine can only be administered to individuals aged 9 to 26. Is this based on actual age or lunar age? If I want to receive the vaccine, what should I do? Do I need to make an appointment with an o...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan Reply:
1. Yes. 2. Actual age. 3. You can visit the departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, and Family Medicine. 4. Yes, but you need to first inquire if there are available doses. 5. It should be the same; a total of 3 doses should be completed within six months, costing a...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Cancer Vaccination: Age Requirements and Access
Is the Cervical Cancer Vaccine Suitable for 32-Year-Old Women?
Regarding the cervical cancer vaccine? Hello: It is better to receive the cervical cancer vaccine at a younger age. If someone is 32 years old, unmarried, and sexually active, is it still appropriate to receive the cervical cancer vaccine? Additionally, is HPV testing only availa...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. The Department of Health recommends vaccination for females aged 9 to 26 years. 2. HPV testing is available at general obstetrics and gynecology clinics. The report is categorized as positive or negative, indicating whether the tested individual has a high-risk HPV infe...[Read More] Is the Cervical Cancer Vaccine Suitable for 32-Year-Old Women?
Understanding Chlamydia and HPV: Your Questions Answered for Better Health
Clostridium Hello, Doctor. Due to the unexpected discovery that my boyfriend of three years had a complicated sexual history, I underwent a comprehensive sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening. The results showed Chlamydia IgG positive and IgM negative, as well as HPV. I ...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Dear Xiaofang, It is recommended that individuals with high-risk HPV (+) undergo annual Pap smear tests. The presence of Chlamydia IgG (+) and IgM (-) indicates a past Chlamydia infection. Such infections can potentially cause chronic damage to the fallopian tubes, leading to in...[Read More] Understanding Chlamydia and HPV: Your Questions Answered for Better Health
Understanding Cervical Cancer Vaccination: Age Limits and Effectiveness
About vaccines? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask if the cervical cancer vaccine must be administered between the ages of 9 and 26 to be effective? (Does 9 to 26 refer to chronological age or actual age?) What is the effectiveness if administered after this age? I have read some...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
The age range of 9 to 26 years refers to actual age. The infectivity of human papillomavirus (HPV) begins at age 9 and peaks around age 20. After age 26, the infectivity declines. Therefore, individuals over 26 years old who have no sexual experience should be eligible for vaccin...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Cancer Vaccination: Age Limits and Effectiveness
Managing Recurrent Vaginal Infections: Causes, Treatments, and Risks
Recurrent genital infections Hello Doctor, since I started having sexual intercourse after marriage, I have been experiencing recurrent infections. I usually have a milky white discharge, but after intercourse, the discharge often has a fishy odor and a cottage cheese-like consis...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
If the discharge is a simple milky white, it is mostly indicative of a Candida infection. However, if there is a fishy odor, it may suggest the presence of two or more infections. Given that this has been ongoing for 13 years, it indicates that the medications used are likely to ...[Read More] Managing Recurrent Vaginal Infections: Causes, Treatments, and Risks
Understanding Women's Health: Cervical Cancer Risks and Related Conditions
excuse me? 1. I've heard that long-term vaginal discharge can increase the risk of cervical cancer. Is this true? 2. I have been suffering from chronic constipation and straining during bowel movements, which has led to gynecological issues. Additionally, I can't help...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
1. The cause of cervical cancer has been established as infection with HPV (human papillomavirus) in the cervix, which leads to a prolonged process of lesions. The primary mode of transmission is through sexual intercourse, and there is little direct relation to vaginal secretion...[Read More] Understanding Women's Health: Cervical Cancer Risks and Related Conditions
Understanding Cervical Cancer Risks: CIN-2 and Cone Biopsy Insights
Cervical cancer Hello Doctor: I had a Pap smear in September this year, and the result was abnormal, indicating dysplasia that cannot exclude HSIL. I subsequently underwent a biopsy, which showed focal CIN-2 in the uterus and cervix. Microscopically, the sections reveal a picture...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. The pathology reports from cervical conization surgeries mostly align with the pathology reports from colposcopic cervical biopsies, with a small portion being more severe and a very small percentage being less severe. 2. Your current cervical biopsy report indicates CI...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Cancer Risks: CIN-2 and Cone Biopsy Insights
Latest HPV Vaccine: Can Those with Previous Infections Get Vaccinated?
The latest second wave of HPV vaccines? Doctor, I applied Ledezma before undergoing electrocautery, but it recurred again (a total of two times). After that, I went to Veterans General Hospital for electrocautery, but it has recurred again... May I ask, for the latest second wave...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Our Department of Health has currently approved only one type of cervical cancer (HPV) vaccine at the Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Latest HPV Vaccine: Can Those with Previous Infections Get Vaccinated?
Managing Recurring Warts: Treatment Options and Concerns for Women's Health
Cauliflower vs. LEEP (Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure) / Cryotherapy / Electrocautery Treatment / Cervical Vaccine / Pap Smear Hello, regarding the issue of recurrent warts (very stubborn), I feel very itchy after applying Aldara at night, and the next day it feels prickl...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
1. It is reasonable to have localized sensations when using Ledaeme. 2. Treatments for warts include cryotherapy, electrosurgery, or topical ointments. 3. If you have warts on the vulva, a Pap smear can be performed at any time. 4. Vaccines cannot treat existing conditions;...[Read More] Managing Recurring Warts: Treatment Options and Concerns for Women's Health
Essential Pre-Pregnancy Considerations for Women with HPV History
About pregnancy? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you another question. I previously had a genital wart infection, which was treated with electrosurgery, but my husband did not get infected and has undergone blood tests at the hospital to confirm that he is fine. We are currentl...
Dr. Chen Xuhui Reply:
Currently, there are no blood tests available for the diagnosis of human papillomavirus (HPV) types 6 and 11 associated with genital warts. Diagnosis primarily relies on visual inspection or colposcopy. It is recommended that pregnant women undergo colposcopic examinations every ...[Read More] Essential Pre-Pregnancy Considerations for Women with HPV History