Can I Have Intercourse After C-Section with Minimal Lochia?
There is just a little bit of lochia left? I apologize, but I would like to ask if it has been 20 days since my cesarean delivery. I still have a little lochia left. Can I have sexual intercourse? Is it okay to use a condom?
Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
Generally speaking, resuming sexual intercourse after the postpartum confinement period allows the uterus to contract back to its normal size, which is less likely to cause pain or bleeding. If intercourse is to be resumed earlier, it is important to pay attention to the body...[Read More] Can I Have Intercourse After C-Section with Minimal Lochia?
Can Pregnant Women Drink Sugarcane Juice Safely?
Can pregnant women drink sugarcane juice? I am currently 34 weeks pregnant and I want my baby to grow a bit more. I heard that eating more beef and drinking sugarcane juice can help. However, I am concerned whether drinking sugarcane juice might increase the risk of gestational d...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Dear Nicole, Indeed, drinking sugarcane juice can increase the risk of gestational diabetes. While it may lead to a faster increase in fetal weight, if it causes gestational diabetes, the fetus may become overweight but have slower organ maturity. This can also increase the like...[Read More] Can Pregnant Women Drink Sugarcane Juice Safely?
Can Epidural Anesthesia Be Used for Labor with Herniated Discs?
Is it possible to have an epidural during childbirth if there is a herniated disc? 1. I accidentally came across an article about painless childbirth that listed "severe herniated disc" as a contraindication for epidural anesthesia, which made me very anxious because I ...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello; severe disc herniation or other serious spinal conditions are generally not recommended for regional anesthesia or painless delivery. In your case, it is advisable to consult your obstetrician regarding the recommended method of delivery. You should also review your examin...[Read More] Can Epidural Anesthesia Be Used for Labor with Herniated Discs?
Understanding Labor: What to Do When Water Breaks but Baby Isn't Engaged
The amniotic sac has ruptured, but the fetus has not yet engaged in the birth canal? Dear Doctor: I previously asked you about the signs of labor, and just as you said, the labor progressed very quickly! I started having contractions in the middle of the night, but they were not ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: After the water breaks, if the fetal condition is stable and there is no infection, it is generally considered safe to deliver within 24 hours. However, there are specific criteria for deciding whether a cesarean section is necessary, and many factors are t...[Read More] Understanding Labor: What to Do When Water Breaks but Baby Isn't Engaged
Understanding Fetal Movement and Diabetes Management During Pregnancy
Fetal movement issues Dear Doctor, I am currently 34 weeks pregnant and have gestational diabetes. I am undergoing prenatal care in Thailand, where the hospital has prescribed medication instead of insulin. I take one pill in the morning and one in the evening. However, during my...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Hello: 1. Regarding the effects of oral hypoglycemic agents on the fetus, most related clinical studies suggest that they are safe. Therefore, there is no need for excessive concern. However, since oral medications can cross the placenta, some physicians may still have reservat...[Read More] Understanding Fetal Movement and Diabetes Management During Pregnancy
Understanding Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Vaginal discharge issues? Hello Doctor: I have had vaginal discharge before pregnancy and have received treatment, but it hasn't completely resolved. The doctor mentioned that I have a natural predisposition to have some discharge. After becoming pregnant, the discharge turn...
Dr. Liu Yuhong Reply:
There are three common types of vaginal infections: 1) yeast infections (usually caused by Candida albicans), 2) trichomoniasis, and 3) anaerobic bacterial infections (which cause bacterial vaginosis). During pregnancy, hormonal changes can shift the vaginal environment from acid...[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Discharge During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Can Pregnant Women with Hepatitis C Have a Cesarean Section?
Cesarean section If a pregnant woman has hepatitis C, can she have a cesarean section? Thank you.
Dr. Liu Yuhong Reply:
Pregnant women with chronic hepatitis B or C do not have their mode of delivery (vaginal birth or cesarean section) affected by their condition. As for pregnant women with chronic hepatitis C who choose cesarean delivery, current medical research has not reached a definitive conc...[Read More] Can Pregnant Women with Hepatitis C Have a Cesarean Section?
Can Pregnant Women with Chlamydia Have a C-Section?
Pregnancy-related listeriosis Is it possible to have a cesarean section if there is a Group B Streptococcus infection during pregnancy? Thank you.
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Due to the significant variability in the testing for Group B Streptococcus (GBS) and the potential interference from previous infections, as well as the low likelihood of vertical transmission to newborns, and the current practice of applying ointments for...[Read More] Can Pregnant Women with Chlamydia Have a C-Section?
Can Abdominal Skin Grafts Affect Pregnancy and Delivery?
Abdominal skin Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask the following: I had a piece of skin from the right side of my abdomen grafted onto my burned arm, and the tissue on the right side of my abdomen near the pelvis is only connected by a thin strip of connective tissue. When women a...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Dear Linda, The elasticity of the abdomen is indeed quite significant. It is not a concern even after multiple cesarean sections, and it is also manageable during pregnancies with twins or triplets. The abdomen expands gradually as the uterus enlarges over the nine months of pre...[Read More] Can Abdominal Skin Grafts Affect Pregnancy and Delivery?
Can I Get Pregnant Immediately After X-Ray Exposure? Risks for Second Birth?
After extensive exposure to X-rays, is it possible to conceive immediately, and can the second child be delivered naturally? 1. My last menstrual period started on December 26, and I had a health check-up on January 10, which included chest X-rays and pelvic X-rays for osteoporos...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, in response to your inquiry, here are two points: 1. The radiation dose from abdominal X-rays and bone density scans is extremely low and will not affect your fertility plans. You can start trying now. 2. A previous cesarean section due to a closed cervix does not prec...[Read More] Can I Get Pregnant Immediately After X-Ray Exposure? Risks for Second Birth?
Cost of Delivery and Surgery for Uninsured Patients in Taiwan
Production costs I do not have Taiwan's National Health Insurance. What are the costs for hospitalization and surgery for a cesarean section in a double occupancy room?
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Without health insurance coverage, the out-of-pocket expenses may vary between hospitals, and the length of hospital stay can also increase charges. Our hospital's fees are comparable to those covered by health insurance; inquiring about the costs at the hospital where you s...[Read More] Cost of Delivery and Surgery for Uninsured Patients in Taiwan
Understanding Chlamydia and Mycoplasma Testing During Pregnancy
Pregnancy and Chlamydia, Mycoplasma Doctor: Hello! I am quite confused about the issues regarding Chlamydia and Mycoplasma. I come from mainland China, and when preparing for pregnancy, hospitals there place great importance on preconception screenings, which include tests for Ch...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
The testing and culture of Chlamydia and Mycoplasma are time-consuming and not easy. A positive serological test only indicates a past infection and does not confirm an active infection or the severity of the disease. In Taiwan, prenatal screening for these infections is not incl...[Read More] Understanding Chlamydia and Mycoplasma Testing During Pregnancy
Is Your Baby's Head Size Too Big? Understanding Delivery Options
Fetal size Hello, doctor. Is it recommended to have a cesarean section if the fetal head circumference exceeds 10 centimeters? I have a small body frame; my weight before pregnancy was 48 kilograms. My due date is 8/6/17, and during my prenatal check-up, my weight was 57 kilogram...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Since your mother has a petite physique, whether a cesarean section is necessary for this pregnancy should be discussed with your obstetrician. Your doctor will review the prenatal examination findings and discuss the options for delivery with you. Thank you![Read More] Is Your Baby's Head Size Too Big? Understanding Delivery Options
Can You Deliver Naturally with a Nuchal Cord? Risks and Options Explained
Can a baby with a nuchal cord be delivered vaginally? Hello, I would like to ask whether a baby with a nuchal cord (umbilical cord wrapped around the neck) should be delivered vaginally or via cesarean section. Doctors say this is quite common, but if complications arise, the fam...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Yang, Hello. Nuchal cord is merely a phenomenon. The umbilical cord is a flexible tube that contains two arteries, one vein, and some elastic tissue. Therefore, even if the cord is wrapped around the neck, it is just loosely hanging there. The umbilical cord itself is ...[Read More] Can You Deliver Naturally with a Nuchal Cord? Risks and Options Explained
Understanding Postpartum Hematoma: Impacts on Recovery and Diet
Postpartum uterine hematoma issues? Hello! I have a friend who will have a follow-up appointment 7 days after her cesarean section. The doctor mentioned that she has a condition of uterine hematoma and advised her to stop taking any traditional Chinese medicine, including herbs l...
Dr. Zhong Wenzhen Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question. Your physician's answer is correct. In the past, postpartum women often faced nutritional deficiencies due to a lack of social resources, which is why confinement meals were utilized to compen...[Read More] Understanding Postpartum Hematoma: Impacts on Recovery and Diet
Is It Safe to Choose a C-Section at 38 or 40 Weeks?
Is it possible to choose a cesarean section at 38 weeks or 40 weeks? Dear Doctor, Hello! I am currently pregnant with my second child. Since my first delivery was via cesarean section, will I need to have another cesarean for this pregnancy, which is two years later? Additional...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Generally, if the first delivery is via cesarean section, the second delivery will also be a cesarean. The timing for a cesarean delivery is usually around 38 to 39 weeks of gestation. The choice of delivery time or whether a trial of labor for the second baby is possible ...[Read More] Is It Safe to Choose a C-Section at 38 or 40 Weeks?
Understanding Unusual Vaginal Discharge After Diarrhea: What to Do?
Water is coming out from the vagina? Hello Doctor: A few days ago, I experienced severe diarrhea, with watery stools. However, I noticed that there was a significant amount of discharge from the vaginal area on one occasion, but it did not happen again. There was some residue ins...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Based on your situation, it is recommended to seek medical examination from a hospital's obstetrics and gynecology department or colorectal surgery department. It should be fine to communicate your concerns to your physician in the way you have written. Additionally, ...[Read More] Understanding Unusual Vaginal Discharge After Diarrhea: What to Do?
High-Risk Pregnancy After C-Section and Ectopic Surgery: Key Concerns
After a cesarean section, shortly after, there was an ectopic pregnancy, and then I became pregnant again..? Hello, Director Chen: I am an older expectant mother. After struggling to conceive for several years without any assisted reproductive technologies or dietary changes, I f...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Due to an ectopic pregnancy, laparoscopic surgery was performed to remove the right fallopian tube. This has no adverse effects or negative impact on future intrauterine pregnancies. Additionally, this pregnancy is nearly a year apart from the previous cesarean delivery, so pleas...[Read More] High-Risk Pregnancy After C-Section and Ectopic Surgery: Key Concerns
Understanding Irregular Menstruation After C-Section: Causes and Concerns
Menstruation has not occurred for six months, and it has been five months since the last period? I had a cesarean section. After giving birth, my menstrual cycle was normal, but soon it became irregular, sometimes coming every two to three months. I sought medical advice, but the...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Menstruation in women occurs due to the regular ovulatory cycle, where the endometrial lining sheds and results in menstrual bleeding when there is no fertilization. A delay in menstruation is often related to the absence of ovulation from the ovaries. After a cesarean section, i...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstruation After C-Section: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Left Abdominal Pain Years After Cesarean Delivery
Pain in the left abdomen a few years after childbirth? Hello Doctor: I gave birth to my second daughter on February 10, 2003, via vertical cesarean section. Perhaps due to the surgeon's lack of skill, I was left with a noticeable scar on my abdomen. Now, after 8 years, start...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: After a cesarean section, there will be skin scars present, and the visibility of these scars is related to the body's physiological response to wound healing. Individuals with a tendency to develop hypertrophic scars may notice them more prominently. Regarding your c...[Read More] Understanding Left Abdominal Pain Years After Cesarean Delivery