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Can You Get Pregnant with a History of Genital Herpes? Expert Answers

Genital herpes issues? If someone has a history of genital herpes and has received treatment, currently showing no symptoms on the genital area, is it still possible to conceive and give birth normally? Is there a risk of transmitting the virus to the partner? I visited a dermato...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if the appearance is normal, there should be no issue. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy Possibilities and Medical Insights

If menstruation is delayed, what is the possibility of pregnancy? Hello, my wife's menstrual cycle is normally about 32 days. Her last period started on September 21, and the app calculated her ovulation date as October 6, with her next period expected on October 25. We had ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, pregnancy tests should be quite accurate. If the result is negative, an ultrasound is unlikely to show anything either. It is recommended to return to the original hospital for further evaluation. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Factors Affecting Conception Rates

Continuation #162731 Pregnancy Probability Hello Doctor, I am #162731. What is the likelihood of pregnancy in this situation? Is it greater than 1%? Does being a virgin reduce the chances of pregnancy?


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not be the case. Wishing you good health.

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Postpartum Ovulation: When Does It Occur After Childbirth?

How long after childbirth does ovulation occur? How long after childbirth does ovulation occur? If engaging in sexual intercourse during lochia, is there a possibility of conception? For a woman who has had a natural birth and is not breastfeeding, when can she expect her period ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, regarding when ovulation occurs postpartum, there is no specific timeline. Generally, mothers who do not breastfeed tend to resume ovulation and their menstrual cycle earlier than those who do breastfeed. For mothers who are not breastfeeding, menstruation typically return...

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Understanding Conception Timing: Your Questions Answered

Fertility and pregnancy issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about issues related to conception timing. My last menstrual period started on September 9 and ended on September 14, averaging six days. However, my cycle is irregular; for example, from May to July this year...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the irregularity of your menstrual cycle makes it difficult to estimate ovulation and conception times, leading to significant inaccuracies. Prenatal DNA testing cannot be performed at this stage. If necessary, I recommend discussing this further with your healthcare provi...

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Understanding Conception Timing: Your Questions Answered

Time of conception Hello, doctor. I would like to ask some questions related to conception timing. My last menstrual period started on September 9 and ended on September 14, with an average cycle length of six days. However, my cycle is irregular; for instance, it was consistentl...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that conception occurred on September 27, but there is developmental delay, which generally makes prenatal DNA testing unfeasible. Wishing you good health.

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Am I Pregnant? Understanding Ovulation and Unusual Bleeding

Is this pregnancy? Hello doctor, my menstrual period started on October 11th, and I had intercourse with a condom on that day. The next time was on the 18th, also with a condom. My app indicates that my ovulation day is the 21st. On the 19th, I experienced bleeding and had discha...


Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
On the 18th, there was sexual intercourse. Even if fertilization occurs, it takes about a week after fertilization for the embryo to implant in the uterus, so it is not possible to know if conception has occurred.

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Understanding Birth Control Pills: Usage and Pregnancy Risks Explained

Contraceptive pill issues I started taking the oral contraceptive pill, Yejih, on September 11 (first time using it). I forgot to take the second to last pill, and after researching online, I found that I could stop taking the pills and start a new pack seven days later, so I sto...


Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
This method should still be effective in preventing pregnancy, and the likelihood of conception is low.

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Does Cleaning After Intercourse Affect Pregnancy Chances?

Probability of pregnancy? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask if the feeling of warmth and swelling in the uterus after ejaculation, along with my dislike for the stickiness of the sperm after it flows out, affects my chances of conception since I tend to squeeze it out and wipe c...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you are trying to conceive, it is advisable to avoid this action to prevent any impact on fertility; otherwise, it is not a concern. Wishing you good health.

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Could She Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Timing in Conception

Can I get pregnant? On October 4th, I touched my partner's genitals, and at that time, I had not ejaculated. Before touching her, I washed my hands. Her menstrual period was supposed to start on October 2nd, but it has not arrived yet, and it has been 10 days. Her menstrual ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Please wait for another week, and if your period still hasn't arrived, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Can You Get Pregnant Right After Your Period? Understanding Risks

If unprotected intercourse occurred the day after menstruation and there was ejaculation inside, and if rinsing was done afterward, is there a chance of pregnancy? Is there a chance of pregnancy? If your menstrual cycle typically occurs between the beginning and middle of the mon...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights

Could you please provide more context or specify what you mean by "doctor probability"? Your girlfriend's menstrual period was from September 27 to October 2, with a typical cycle of about 31 days. You are asking if there is a possibility of pregnancy after having ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Ovulation and Pregnancy Chances: Your Questions Answered

Pregnancy probability Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my irregular menstrual cycle, which makes it difficult to determine my ovulation period for pregnancy preparation. My recent menstrual dates are from August 22 to August 28 and from September 9 to September 18. I had ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of getting pregnant are higher during periods of strong ovulation. Wishing you good health.

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Determining Your Conception Date: Insights for Irregular Cycles

What is the date of conception? Doctor, I would like to ask about my last menstrual period, which started around July 30 (I have irregular periods). I had sexual intercourse on August 30 without a condom, and on September 5, I initially did not use a condom but put one on before ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, two days is too close, and it's possible for both. It's hard to say for sure which day it is. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Conception Dates and Ultrasound Accuracy in Pregnancy

Continuation #160437: Ultrasound conception date? Chorionic villus sampling? The last menstrual period was on July 7, with a cycle length of 26-28 days. Sexual intercourse occurred on July 13, July 19, July 25, and July 27. Emergency contraception was taken on July 25. A pregnanc...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, testing for pregnancy 12 days after unprotected intercourse is advisable, as testing one week after may not yield accurate results. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Ovulation and Conception Timing: Can You Get Pregnant?

Ovulation and Conception Timing After this menstrual period, I started using ovulation test strips. I had unprotected intercourse on September 18, and from September 23-24, the ovulation test showed a transition from a strong positive to a weak positive. If there is no further se...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, sperm can only live for 2-3 days, so pregnancy is unlikely. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Timing: When Did Conception Occur?

Pregnancy issues Hello, I would like to ask about my menstrual cycle. My period started on August 3, with a cycle of about 4 weeks. I had unprotected intercourse on August 17 and took the morning-after pill on August 18. I went for an ultrasound on September 14 and found out that...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is possible that it could occur on that day; however, there may still be a few days of variance. If intercourse also took place a few days before or after, that could also be a possibility. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang

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Understanding Anovulatory Menstrual Cycles: How to Calculate Your Cycle

Anovulatory Menstrual Cycle - Cycle Calculation Issues Hello Doctor: I am a 32-year-old woman currently trying to conceive, with an average menstrual cycle of about 35-40 days. The first day of my last menstrual period was July 31, and as of today, my basal body temperature has n...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is generally recommended to consider the first day of your menstrual period as the start of your cycle. Since your menstrual cycle is irregular, it is advisable to take ovulation medication to increase your chances of conception. Wishing you good health.

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Switching Birth Control Pills: Timing and Effectiveness Explained

Issues with changing brands of premedication? Hello doctor, I have been taking the preconception medication (nordiol estradiol) prescribed by my obstetrician for three months. Due to side effects, I would like to switch to a different brand. I originally started taking my medicat...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can start taking the medication from the fifth day of your menstrual cycle, and it will not affect the contraceptive effectiveness. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Ultrasound Dating in Early Pregnancy: A Guide for Expecting Mothers

Ultrasound gestational age I am certain that the last day of my menstrual period was on July 7, with a cycle length of 26-28 days, and my periods are very regular. I tested positive for pregnancy on July 31, but during the ultrasound on September 7, the size indicated that I was ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if a pregnancy test on July 31 indicates pregnancy, but the ultrasound shows a size discrepancy, it is recommended to monitor with follow-up ultrasounds. There is a possibility of a non-viable pregnancy. Wishing you good health.

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