Understanding Pregnancy Weeks: Clarifying Misconceptions and Calculations
Gestational age Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about the pregnancy cycle. My girlfriend has an irregular menstrual cycle, ranging from 28 to 40 days. Her last period was from June 15 to June 21. We had sexual intercourse on July 8 and July 10, both times using condoms and with...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is likely that you are not pregnant. The calculation of weeks is based on the first day of your last menstrual period. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Weeks: Clarifying Misconceptions and Calculations
Understanding Possible Conception Dates with Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Possible time of conception Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you about my situation. I have been diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and have experienced irregular menstrual cycles for a long time. In 2020, I did not seek any medical intervention for the entire year...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
It is not possible to determine; please estimate the due date based on the embryo data from the vaginal ultrasound.[Read More] Understanding Possible Conception Dates with Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Miscarriage: Key Insights
The likelihood of becoming pregnant after a miscarriage? On July 5, I discovered that I was pregnant, so I took the first dose of medication for a medical abortion, and the second dose on July 7. Until now, the doctor has prescribed me uterotonics to help expel the retained produ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there is a possibility of pregnancy and you have taken abortion medication, your menstrual period may return in 1 to 1.5 months. It is advisable to take emergency contraception just in case. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Miscarriage: Key Insights
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse
Probability of Pregnancy The first day of my last menstrual period was June 30, and it ended around July 6, but I had some discharge for a day or two afterward, feeling like it wasn't completely cleared. On July 9, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend; there were a few...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Lun: The likelihood of pregnancy is indeed related to the timing of sexual intercourse in relation to ovulation. This involves your menstrual cycle; if your cycle is typically 28 days, ovulation usually occurs around day 14 of the cycle. July 9th is the 10th day of the...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse
Can I Be the Father? Understanding Pregnancy Timing After Menstruation
Is it normal to get pregnant after ejaculation during the menstrual period? Based on the timeline provided, your girlfriend's menstrual period started on July 2 and ended on July 3. You had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation inside her on July 4, July 5, and continued ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, theoretically not. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can I Be the Father? Understanding Pregnancy Timing After Menstruation
Chances of Pregnancy After Artificial Insemination: What to Know
What are the chances of getting pregnant? Hello doctor, due to some issues, I am using a special method for conception. On day 16 of my cycle, I used a syringe to insert semen into the vagina. My menstrual cycle in June is 31 days, but the previous two months were 37 and 38 days....
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there is a possibility of pregnancy. However, it is not possible to determine whether you are pregnant based solely on subjective symptoms. It is recommended that if your period is more than a week late, you should take a urine test to check for ...[Read More] Chances of Pregnancy After Artificial Insemination: What to Know
Understanding Emergency Contraception and Pregnancy Risks: Your Questions Answered
Regarding emergency contraceptive pills and questions about pregnancy status? I would like to ask about the situation after taking the contraceptive pill, Meishinong, for four months. Since I won't see my boyfriend for the next three months, I plan to stop taking the pill af...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is a possibility of pregnancy even if ejaculation has not occurred, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. Additionally, vaginal bleeding does not always indicate menstruation; some individuals may mistake early pregnancy bleeding for their perio...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception and Pregnancy Risks: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Pregnancy Test Accuracy in Hospitals: Common Misconceptions
Hospital pregnancy test error Seven weeks after the last sexual intercourse, I went to the hospital for a pregnancy test (during that time, I had a suspected menstrual bleeding). I took the test close to evening, and later I wondered if the timing would affect the accuracy. Is th...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Test Accuracy in Hospitals: Common Misconceptions
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Ovulation and Conception Risks
Can I get pregnant? The first day of your last menstrual period was June 9. You had sexual intercourse with your boyfriend on July 1, with some ejaculation inside. Your menstrual cycle is approximately 31 days. Is it possible that you could be pregnant?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low; it is advisable to monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Ovulation and Conception Risks
Determining Conception Date: A Guide for Expecting Mothers
Date of conception during pregnancy? The first day of the last menstrual period was on May 7, with a cycle length of 26-28 days. The menstruation lasted for five days. On May 11, I thought I had finished my period, so I engaged in external ejaculation (I noticed a little bit of b...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems more like May 21. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Determining Conception Date: A Guide for Expecting Mothers
Understanding Pregnancy Dates: Calculating Conception and Ultrasound Weeks
Pregnancy date The first day of the last menstrual period was on May 7, with a cycle length of 26-28 days. The menstruation lasted for five days. On May 11, I thought I was finished, so I had external ejaculation (I noticed a little bit of menstrual blood from May 11 to May 12). ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the dates of ovulation and intercourse can differ from fertilization and implantation by several days. Additionally, measuring the embryo size via ultrasound in the early weeks may also have discrepancies. It is recommended to consult your physician when the gestational ag...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Dates: Calculating Conception and Ultrasound Weeks
Can You Get Pregnant During Your Period? Understanding the Risks
Can you get pregnant during your period? Last month, my period started on May 10 and lasted for 5 days. This month, it started on June 12 (with a heavy flow). On June 13, I had unprotected intercourse a few times, but there was no ejaculation inside (afterward, the bleeding decre...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss CC: Engaging in sexual intercourse around the ovulation day increases the chances of conception. Theoretically, if your menstrual cycle is about one month long, ovulation occurs around day 14. The likelihood of conception during menstruation is almost zero, so there is...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant During Your Period? Understanding the Risks
Does Abnormal Pap Smear Affect Your Chances of Getting Pregnant?
Will an abnormal Pap smear affect fertility? I have been married to my husband for over a year. We used contraception for the first six months, and for the past year, we have not used any protection. On average, we have intercourse once or twice a month, but we have not gotten pr...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the results of the Pap smear are less related to conception. It is advisable to have the abnormal Pap smear and the difficulties in conception evaluated separately by the relevant subspecialty physicians. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. ...[Read More] Does Abnormal Pap Smear Affect Your Chances of Getting Pregnant?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Can You Get Pregnant After Intercourse?
Probability of pregnancy: Will I get pregnant? Hello, I would like to ask if after finishing with my girlfriend, I pulled out with the condom still partially inside her vagina, and I'm unsure if any fluid leaked out. Is there a possibility of pregnancy in this situation? If ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not be a big issue. If you are still concerned, I recommend taking emergency contraception. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Can You Get Pregnant After Intercourse?
Understanding Emergency Contraception and PCOS: Pregnancy Risks Explained
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello Doctor, I have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and regularly take birth control pills to regulate my menstrual cycle. On June 12, I had intercourse with my boyfriend, and after we finished, I discovered that the condom had broken. I took emerge...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low, especially since you are taking pre-conception contraceptive pills. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception and PCOS: Pregnancy Risks Explained
Understanding Conception Dates: A Guide for Expecting Mothers
Pregnancy date Hello, I am worried because there was an error in the middle, and I have reflected on it. However, I still want to confirm that my menstrual period was from April 5 to April 11, lasting a full week, with a cycle of about 34-36 days. On the 17th, I accidentally had ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should have conceived at the end of April. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Conception Dates: A Guide for Expecting Mothers
Understanding Post-Ovulation Discharge: What It Means for Conception
Cervical mucus after ovulation My husband and I are currently trying to conceive. This time, we only had intercourse on the first day of the fertile window. In the past, I would only notice brown discharge (bleeding) during ovulation, but this time, after the ovulation period end...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible. Just observe for now. If your period is delayed, it is recommended to take a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Ovulation Discharge: What It Means for Conception
Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Limited Intercourse During Ovulation
Probability of Pregnancy If the conception window is from June 7 to June 13, but intercourse only occurred on the first day, what is the likelihood of pregnancy? There is brown discharge (bleeding) during each ovulation; does this mean that pregnancy has not occurred this time? 🙏...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should observe your condition. If your period is late, it is possible to take a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Limited Intercourse During Ovulation
Estimating Conception Date: Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Date of conception Hello doctor, due to irregular menstrual cycles, I confirmed my pregnancy with a test on August 31. An abdominal ultrasound on September 5 showed a gestational sac at 5 weeks. I would like to inquire about the approximate date of conception. Is it possible that...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not be the case. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Estimating Conception Date: Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Understanding Pre-Conception Pills: When to Start Taking Them
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello, doctor. I previously took emergency contraceptive pills but stopped for a long time. I would like to start taking them again. The medication I have is Wenbunin 28. I remember the doctor who prescribed it said I could start taking it between day...
Dr. Huang Zifei Reply:
Dear 12345, You can start taking Wenbunin from the first day to the fifth day of your menstrual cycle. If you have any other questions, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist. Dr. Huang Zifei, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nantou Hospital[Read More] Understanding Pre-Conception Pills: When to Start Taking Them