Chest, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ - Page 3

Transmission routes of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Hello Doctor: May I ask if oral diseases can be transmitted through kissing, leaving saliva on the chest, and then touching that area and subsequently touching the genitals (penis or vulva)? Is it possible to contract ...

Supplement #163618 Doctor, I am the questioner for 163078 and 163618. Regarding 163618, my girlfriend started taking the medication right after her menstrual period ended, without waiting a week. The medication also includes a muscle relaxant (prescribed for chest pain from the e...

Regarding issue #163078? Hello Doctor: Previously, there was an issue with code 163078. Following that incident, my girlfriend got her period on the 7th day (she has a constitution that tends to be cold and her menstrual cycle is usually irregular, so there can be delays). About ...

Breast issues Doctor, a few weeks ago I noticed a small dark red-black bump on the outer side of my right chest. It hurts a little when pressed. After a few days, it started to peel and turned a bit red, with some blood vessels appearing around it. Today, I noticed a small red ar...

Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) pregnancy rate? Last month, my menstrual cycle was irregular, and my period has not arrived yet (expected period was from 9/25 to 10/05). I visited a gynecologist on 10/08, received injections and medication, and there were no signs of pregnan...

Breast issues Recently, I have been frequently carrying and holding my child with my left arm, and I often go to bed late at night. For the past week, I have been experiencing a dull ache in my chest that extends to my armpit (note: it’s not very painful, more like a sore, tingli...

Sudden sharp pain in the right chest? Hello: I am experiencing sudden sharp pain in my right chest, which occurs intermittently over a long period. During these episodes, there is significant pain on the inner side of my right chest, and massage does not alleviate the sharp pain;...

The impact of X-rays on fertility? Hello, my husband and I have fertility plans this month, but he had a chest X-ray yesterday, and these days are also my ovulation period. Will this have any impact on our fertility plans? Thank you.

The effects of X-rays on sperm? Hello Doctor, during the company health check today, I had chest and abdominal X-rays, as well as a BMD (Bone Mineral Density) test for the lumbar spine. I suddenly realized that this week is my wife's ovulation period, and I'm feeling a ...

Worn halfway? If you had sexual intercourse for the first time today and used a condom properly during the first attempt, but only partially during the second attempt, and you checked to ensure it did not come off, the risk of pregnancy is relatively low. Since you mentioned that...

Can I get pregnant? Hello, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend on April 3rd, and he withdrew before ejaculation. On April 6th, I experienced what seemed to be my period, lasting about six to seven days. The last couple of days turned brown, and the flow decreased. The firs...

Alesse birth control pill issues? Hello Dr. Wu, I would like to ask you some questions regarding Alesse: (1) I started taking Alesse on the first day of my period on April 1st, and I have taken all 21 pills on time every evening. If I had unprotected intercourse on April 18th, wh...

Can you have a fever before menstruation? Hello! I would like to ask if it is common to experience fever-like symptoms before the onset of menstruation. My baseline body temperature is generally high, with an ear temperature usually around 37.3°C (ranging from 36.8°C to 37.5°C) a...

Prolonged menstrual period? Hello, doctor. I have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in the past six months and am currently on medication (which is adjusted every two weeks). In early February, a family member was hospitalized, which has caused me significant stress. I am ...

Could this lead to pregnancy? On February 22nd, I had contact with a male. However, I am a virgin, and he sometimes wore a condom and sometimes did not. I did not allow penetration; we only rubbed against each other, which was a bit painful. Later, I used my hands and mouth, but ...

Breastfeeding after a breast ultrasound? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the interruption, but I would like to ask if the ingredients in the ultrasound gel used in hospitals are non-toxic. I recently had a breast ultrasound at the hospital, and because I was in a hurry to get to w...

Vaginal infection issues? Hello Doctor: Recently, during intimate moments with my boyfriend, he inserted his finger into my vagina (without engaging in sexual intercourse). After returning home that day, I initially felt weakness in my right hand, and the next day, I experienced ...

Discomfort from taking Yaz birth control pills? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about the issue of emergency contraceptive pills. I took Yaz for two months last year, but I stopped taking it because I was going abroad and would not see my boyfriend for a while. It has been abo...

Chest issues I'm 26 years old and I want to ask about the scent of my underwear, which has a milky fragrance. I noticed that my boyfriend often goes into the bathroom for a long time after I shower, which I found suspicious. I recorded him with my phone and discovered that h...

I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Could the doctor infer that the symptoms of a slightly enlarged abdomen and some pain when pressing on the chest are just signs that menstruation is approaching? If menstruation is delayed for too long, can pregnancy be completely ru...