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Understanding Conception Dates: Key Factors in Fertility

Date of conception The first day of the last menstrual period was January 27. Ovulation occurred, and unprotected intercourse took place. On February 28, protected intercourse occurred. What would be the estimated conception date?


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, that is likely to be the ovulation day. Wishing you good health.

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Concerns About Using Zanaflex During Early Pregnancy: Expert Advice Needed

Medication for Pregnant Women (Zanax) Hello, Doctor. I have been feeling unwell since March 1, and my menstrual period has been delayed. After taking a pregnancy test, I found out that I am pregnant, estimating conception around February 4-5. During January and February, I took X...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the dosage is not high, so it should be fine. If you want to conceive, then you should stop taking this medication. Wishing you good health.

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Determining Your Conception Date: A Guide for Expecting Mothers

Date of conception Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period started on December 7. My menstrual cycle is irregular, averaging 31 days over the past three months, with each period lasting about 5 days. I have confirmed that I am pregnant. I had sexual intercourse on December 15 and...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Due to your recent irregular menstrual cycle, this ovulation period may not necessarily occur early or on schedule. It is difficult to determine the exact date of conception. If necessary, please consult a gynecologist for evaluation. Thank you! Wishing you...

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Understanding Fetal Measurements: What They Reveal About Your Baby's Development

High-level questions BPD (Biparietal Diameter) is 21.1 mm at 13 weeks and 3 days. OFD (Occipitofrontal Diameter) is 29.9 mm at 13 weeks and 5 days. AC (Abdominal Circumference) is 61.9 mm at 13 weeks and 0 days. CRL (Crown-Rump Length) is 68 mm at 13 weeks and 1 day. FL (Femur Le...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, ultrasound results are merely estimates, and the conception date is also just an approximation; it cannot be definitively stated which day it was. Wishing you good health.

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Which Ultrasound is More Accurate for Pregnancy Dating: 2D or High-Level?

13 weeks ultrasound at high resolution? Hello doctor, my gestational weeks keep changing. In the traditional 2D ultrasound, it was 12 weeks and 5 days, but today in the high-level ultrasound, it showed 13 weeks and 1 day, with a CRL of 6.80 cm and both head circumference and diam...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, both are quite similar. Wishing you good health.

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Is Emergency Contraception Recommended After Taking RU486?

Is it still recommended to use emergency contraception after taking RU486? On February 2, my partner took RU486 for a medical abortion, followed by the second dose on February 3. During a follow-up ultrasound on February 8, it was still not completely cleared, so she was prescrib...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: Taking RU486 and uterotonics can indeed be harmful to your health. It is advisable to wait until you have confirmed a complete miscarriage before engaging in sexual activity. It is not recommended to take emergency contraceptive pills again, as the likelihood of pregnancy ...

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Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Can Precum Lead to Conception?

Is the probability high? Doctor, I have a question. On the morning of February 16, I had an encounter with my girlfriend where there was no penetration, but there was some rubbing at the vaginal opening, with a slight entry (less than 1 cm) for about 3 seconds. In between, I move...


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

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Understanding Your Conception Chances: Key Dates and Insights

Probability of Pregnancy Based on the information provided, your last menstrual period started on November 4, 2023, and you have a regular cycle of about 28-30 days with a duration of approximately 6 days. You had sexual intercourse on November 7 (early morning of November 8) whi...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the 7th and 13th are too close together to clearly determine which day it is. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Your Conception Date: A Guide for Expecting Mothers

The date of conception typically occurs between 12 to 16 days after the first day of the last menstrual period, depending on the length of the menstrual cycle? Hello, doctor. If my due date is on August 26, the online calculator estimates my conception date to be December 4. What...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is generally difficult to accurately calculate time unless the time difference between the two is more than 10 days. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Conception Dates: How to Calculate Your Fertility Window

The date of conception typically occurs between 5 to 6 days after ovulation, which usually happens around the midpoint of a woman's menstrual cycle? Hello, doctor. If my due date is on August 26, the online calculator estimates my conception date to be December 4. What would...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is estimated to be in early December, but I cannot confirm the exact day. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Cycles and Contraceptive Use

Probability of Pregnancy I have irregular menstrual cycles. My period stopped from November 29 to December 3, and then I got my period again on December 16. I started taking emergency contraception on December 16 to regulate my cycle, but my period stopped on December 20. I conti...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you are likely not pregnant. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse. Start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period. Wishing you good health!

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Understanding Ultrasound Gestational Age and Conception Dates

How to calculate the conception date based on ultrasound gestational age? The first day of my last menstrual period was November 14. My menstrual cycle is sometimes regular, but occasionally it can be delayed by a week. According to my period tracking app, my ovulation date was D...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is more likely to be December 12, but the two times are too close together, making it difficult to say. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Conception Timing: Key Questions for Women’s Health

What is the time of conception? Although my menstrual cycle occurs every month, the timing is not very regular. My last period was from December 12 to December 18. I had intercourse with ejaculation inside on December 23, and then I had bleeding again from December 28 to January ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not be the one on December 29, but it is still necessary to follow up with obstetrics and gynecology to determine the approximate timing. Wishing you good health.

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Light Spotting: Is It Menstruation or Implantation Bleeding?

The menstrual period only has a small amount of bleeding? Your menstrual cycle has been irregular, with a potential delay of up to seven days. Last month, your period started on December 11. You had sexual intercourse with your boyfriend from January 9 to January 12. On January 1...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: Please take a pregnancy test. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Could She Be Pregnant? Understanding Ovulation and Conception Risks

Are you pregnant? Hello doctor, my girlfriend's last menstrual period was from December 6 to December 10, with an estimated ovulation date of December 21. We had sexual intercourse on December 31 without using a condom, and he did not ejaculate inside her. As of today, Janua...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low, but you can take a pregnancy test to check. Wishing you good health.

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Preconception Health: Toxoplasmosis and Infection Concerns for Women

Preconception and Infection-Related Issues Hello, Doctor. 1. Since I have a cat at home, do you recommend getting tested for Toxoplasmosis before trying to conceive? 2. If my underwear accidentally comes into contact with the toilet seat or the edge of the toilet while using a...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of infection should be low. It would be a good idea to get tested for infection as well. Wishing you good health.

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Preconception Concerns: Toxoplasmosis Testing and Infection Risks

Preconception and Infection-Related Issues Hello, Doctor. 1. Since I have a cat at home, do you recommend getting tested for Toxoplasmosis before trying to conceive? 2. If my underwear accidentally touches the toilet seat or the edge of the toilet while using a public restroom...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have responded to your questions. Wishing you good health.

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Estimating Conception Date Based on Ultrasound Measurements

Approximate date of fertilization? Hello, doctor. During my visit to the obstetrics and gynecology department on January 5th, the physician mentioned that there was a gestational sac, and the ultrasound measurement was approximately 0.85-0.95 cm. I would like to inquire if it is ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to reassess at 8-9 weeks; however, there is still a certain margin of error, and it cannot be used as legal evidence. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Zhang.

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Pregnancy After Molar Pregnancy: Understanding hCG Levels and Risks

Pregnancy after a molar pregnancy? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask, after undergoing a dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure for a molar pregnancy in July, I discovered I was pregnant in December (the conception date should be November 26). Weekly blood tests and ultrasoun...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: Regarding the hCG levels that do not align with expectations, please return to your physician for further consultation. Additionally, the recurrence of a molar pregnancy after the fetus has a heartbeat is not certain. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welf...

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Can You Get Pregnant Without Intercourse? Understanding the Risks

Are you pregnant? Since you and your boyfriend have not had penetrative intercourse yet, and the penetration was minimal (only to the area behind the glans, without causing pain or bleeding), the likelihood of pregnancy is very low. Additionally, if your menstrual period is appro...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is a possibility of pregnancy even if ejaculation has not occurred during intercourse, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. It is best to use emergency contraception as a remedy, but its effectiveness is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3...

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