Understanding Severe Menstrual Pain: Is It Normal on Day One?
Menstrual pain inquiry? I would like to ask, sometimes on the first day of my menstrual period, I experience very, very severe pain, but in the following days, the pain is not as intense. Is there a problem with this? Thank you for taking the time to answer.
Dr. Wei Fumao Reply:
There are various conditions that can cause menstrual pain: endometriosis, adenomyosis, uterine fibroids, and cervical pressure from menstruation in women who have never given birth (due to a tighter cervix). Please visit a gynecologist for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Severe Menstrual Pain: Is It Normal on Day One?
Understanding Cryotherapy in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Uses and Costs
Cryotherapy Cryotherapy, also known as cryoablation, is a medical treatment that involves the application of extreme cold to destroy abnormal tissues. It is commonly used for various purposes, including the treatment of skin lesions, warts, and certain tumors. The procedure can a...
Dr. Wei Fumao Reply:
Cervical erosion can be treated with cryotherapy. The affected area of the cervix will freeze, fall off, and then new tissue will grow back. For pricing, please consult a gynecologist.[Read More] Understanding Cryotherapy in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Uses and Costs
Do I Still Need Annual Pap Smears After Hysterectomy?
Pap smear examination I had a Pap smear in July of this year, and in November, I underwent a hysterectomy, but my ovaries were not removed. Dr. Wei, do I still need to have a Pap smear every year? Should I also have an abdominal ultrasound as part of my check-ups?
Dr. Wei Fumao Reply:
If a malignant tumor of the uterus has been removed, or if the cervix has not been removed, it is necessary to have a Pap smear every year. An abdominal ultrasound can be used to examine the ovaries.[Read More] Do I Still Need Annual Pap Smears After Hysterectomy?
Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding and Miscarriage Symptoms
Abnormal menstruation or miscarriage? Hello Dr. Lin: After having intercourse with my husband, I noticed some blood, which wasn't a lot but continued until the third day, so I went to see a doctor. The doctor said it looked more like a menstrual period. After that, my menstr...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
1. Generally speaking, if there is bleeding after intercourse, it is often caused by issues related to the cervix (such as inflammation or polyps). However, if the outpatient physician believes it is menstrual bleeding, it should not be directly related to intercourse with the pa...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding and Miscarriage Symptoms
Understanding Vaginal Inflammation and Cervical Issues: What You Need to Know
Obstetrics and Gynecology I would like to ask, today when I went to see the doctor, they said I have vaginitis and that there seems to be an issue with my cervix. What does this mean?
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
You may need to ask the physician directly; I suspect it may refer to cervical erosion.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Inflammation and Cervical Issues: What You Need to Know
Persistent Vaginal Itching: Understanding Untreatable Bacterial Infections
Bacterial infections cannot be cured? Hello Dr. Lin, Since I began having sexual intercourse, I have been experiencing vaginal itching, which worsened after giving birth. I have seen doctors multiple times and undergone repeated treatments for what is said to be a bacterial inf...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
A patient once told me that itching is the most uncomfortable and embarrassing symptom. Generally speaking, increased discharge and itching may be related to 1. the cervix (especially after childbirth), 2. the vagina, and 3. the vulva (such as the labia and pubic hair), and each ...[Read More] Persistent Vaginal Itching: Understanding Untreatable Bacterial Infections
Risks and Precautions for Pregnant Women with Uterine Fibroids
What should pregnant women with uterine fibroids pay attention to? My wife (30 years old) has uterine fibroids and is three months pregnant. Over the past three months, aside from typical morning sickness, she frequently experiences abdominal pain. We have consulted two doctors; ...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
The impact of uterine fibroids depends on their location and size. If the fibroids are large enough to compress the cervix or birth canal, they can certainly have an effect. However, if they are not, then there is usually no concern. If there is severe abdominal pain or bleeding,...[Read More] Risks and Precautions for Pregnant Women with Uterine Fibroids
Understanding Women's Health: Tips for Conception and Menstrual Irregularities
Gynecological Consultation 1. What is the normal minimum body temperature for women? 2. I am currently preparing to conceive a second child (a boy), and I am under a lot of stress, which has caused my menstrual cycle to become irregular. As a result, I am unsure how to predict ...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
1. The average body temperature of a woman upon waking in the morning, before getting out of bed, is approximately 36 degrees Celsius. 2. If menstrual cycles are irregular, it is necessary to rely on basal body temperature or commercially available ovulation prediction kits to ...[Read More] Understanding Women's Health: Tips for Conception and Menstrual Irregularities