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Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Intercourse During Safe Period

Vaginal ejaculation Hello, doctor. My menstrual cycle is 28-32 days. My last period started on May 2nd, and I had intercourse on May 25th, with ejaculation at the vaginal opening. Although penetration was minimal (about 1-2 cm with my fingers afterward), I didn’t wash my body imm...


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

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Can You Get Pregnant Without Intercourse? Exploring Unlikely Fertility Cases

Infertility without ejaculation but still becoming pregnant? A 20-year-old male was diagnosed with infertility and was told that the chances of conception were almost zero. However, after six years of unprotected intercourse without ejaculation, pregnancy occurred. Is this possib...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, in medicine, there are no absolutes; anything is possible. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Emergency Contraception Use

Pregnancy and its probability? On April 10, I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend, and we practiced withdrawal. Out of concern, I had her take emergency contraception and receive a contraceptive injection. During intercourse on April 16, I noticed some bleeding, and my girl...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there is a possibility of pregnancy, it is recommended to see a gynecologist for consultation. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Fertility with PCOS: Key Hormone Levels Explained

Is it easy to conceive? I have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with an estradiol level of 17.29, LH level of 14.1, and progesterone level of 6.2. I plan to conceive in a year. Are these levels likely to affect my ability to get pregnant?


Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
You need to visit the obstetrics and gynecology clinic to adjust ovarian function and treat polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in order to achieve successful conception.

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Understanding Fertility After Stopping Birth Control Pills

After stopping the use of oral contraceptives? Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask a question. Last month, I delayed my menstrual period by taking oral contraceptives continuously for two months. After stopping the medication, I got my period three days later on April 22. Since...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Dou Dou: If May 5th is the ovulation day, then the chances of conception are higher, and you should consider taking emergency contraception. The simplest way to determine if you are ovulating is to use an ovulation test strip (similar to a pregnancy test, available at ...

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Common Questions About Birth Control Pills: Usage and Effectiveness

Questions related to emergency contraceptive pills? 1. Recently, my girlfriend started using birth control pills, and I would like to ask if she can stop taking them after three months for one month, or if she must wait six months before stopping for one to two months? 2. We ar...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, oral contraceptives can be discontinued after completing a full cycle; however, frequent use and discontinuation may lead to irregular menstrual periods. During the seven-day break after taking the 21 pills, menstruation occurs, and the likelihood of conception is low. Tha...

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Understanding Pregnancy Dates: When Did Conception Likely Occur?

Pregnancy date Hello, doctor: My last menstrual period was from March 28 to April 3, with an average cycle of 32 days. I had sexual intercourse on April 9 (used a condom only when feeling it), on April 11 (used a condom throughout), and on April 17 (ejaculated inside). The app in...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is possible that you are in early pregnancy, likely less than 5 weeks, which is why the ultrasound may not yet show a gestational sac. There is also a possibility that the gestational sac has not developed or that it is an ectopic pregnancy. I...

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Understanding Pregnancy Weeks: Accuracy and Health Concerns

Gestational age Hello Doctor, my menstrual cycle is irregular. The timing varies each month, but I am certain that my period started on February 2nd and ended on February 13th. I did not get my period in March. I took a pregnancy test on March 25th, which was negative, but I test...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello, Miss Anonymous: For individuals with a regular menstrual cycle, it is relatively easy to determine the gestational age. However, based on your description, it is difficult to assess your gestational age solely from the menstrual cycle. The initial assessment can only be ma...

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Impact of Lipitor (Atorvastatin) on Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Use of cholesterol-lowering medication Lipitor (Atorvastatin) during the preconception period? Hello, Doctor. I am currently in the process of trying to conceive (I have been trying for three months). During a visit to the obstetrics and gynecology department, I found out that my...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. If pregnancy occurs smoothly, and the ovulation period was last week after stopping the medication today, will it have any impact on the embryo? What tests can we perform to determine if the embryo is healthy? A: The extent of the impact cannot be assessed; prenatal genetic te...

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Understanding Pregnancy Symptoms: What to Consider When Trying to Conceive

Are you pregnant? Doctor, I must be a bit of a fool because I am currently abroad and unable to visit your clinic for a consultation. I really want to return to my home country, but due to the pandemic, I cannot take a flight or go to a hospital in the United States, so I have to...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you are pregnant, testing in mid-April should be sufficient, and you can observe for now. Wishing you good health.

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Can You Get Pregnant After a Medical Abortion? Understanding Risks

Pregnancy probability If pregnancy was confirmed on March 14 at 4 weeks, and the first dose of medication for abortion was taken on March 14, followed by the second dose of uterine contraction medication on March 16, and an ultrasound on March 21 confirmed no embryo was present, ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, there is still a chance. It is recommended to take emergency contraception. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Conception Dates: A Guide for Expecting Mothers

What is the date of conception? Hello Doctor, I am quite troubled about whether the size of the gestational sac corresponds with the weeks of gestation. I have done some research and am confused about the date of conception. My menstrual cycle is approximately 24 days, lasting ab...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you likely conceived around March 10. If you have any further questions, please consult your obstetrician-gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Estimating Your Conception Date: A Guide for Women Struggling to Conceive

Please help me calculate the exact date of conception? Hello Doctor, I have been unable to conceive for a long time and I am currently troubled by some situations. I am confused about the size of the gestational sac and whether it corresponds to the weeks of pregnancy. I have don...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
If the estimated gestational age is 5 weeks, conception likely occurred between mid-February and the end of the month. For accurate dates and other related concerns, please consult an obstetrics and gynecology clinic for evaluation.

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Understanding Pregnancy Weeks: Is Fertilization Day the Starting Point?

The calculation of gestational age by ultrasound is based on the date of conception, correct? If a transvaginal ultrasound shows that the gestational age is 4 weeks and 5 days, subtracting 2 weeks would indicate the date of conception. However, it's important to note that co...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, that's about it. Wishing you good health.

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Impact of Motion Sickness Medication on Fertility and Pregnancy

The risks of taking motion sickness medication during preconception? From February 14 to February 27, I traveled abroad and took a total of 11 motion sickness pills (over-the-counter white tablets). My menstrual period this month was from February 15 to February 21. On the third ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems that you have not ovulated during the medication period. If fertilization occurs, the medication should have already been eliminated from your body. I recommend confirming the timing of embryo implantation and development if you conceive...

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Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Testing Accuracy After Intimate Contact

Genital rubbing 1. Based on the information provided, the likelihood of pregnancy from the activity described is low, especially since there was no ejaculation. However, it is important to note that pre-ejaculate fluid can contain sperm, which could potentially lead to pregnancy,...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Please take a pregnancy test on your own or visit a specialist for an examination four weeks after sexual intercourse.

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Understanding Irregular Menstruation: Can It Affect Fertility?

Menstrual cycle issues? Hello, doctor. I am currently 30 years old. I have had my first menstruation later than others, and my menstrual cycle has always been irregular. However, my secondary sexual characteristics have developed normally. I previously went to the hospital for ex...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a detailed examination. If the ovaries are in a state of menopause, conception will be difficult. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Weeks: How Are They Calculated?

Gestational age The calculation of the pregnancy week is typically based on the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP), not the date of conception. In your case, if the doctor stated that your girlfriend is six weeks pregnant, it means that it has been approximately six wee...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that conception occurred on February 19. If you have any questions, you can consult your obstetrician. Wishing you good health.

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Do You Need Emergency Contraception After Unprotected Intercourse?

Is there a need to take emergency contraception? Menstrual period: 11/17-11/22, 12/25-12/30, 01/28-02/02. The next expected menstrual period is from 03/01 to 03/06. Intercourse occurred on 02/27 without a condom, but there was no ejaculation inside. What is the likelihood of preg...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the irregularity of your menstrual cycle recently has made ovulation timing uncertain. Even if ejaculation did not occur during intercourse, there is still a possibility of conception, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. It is advisable to consider using emergency ...

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Can You Get Pregnant After Having Your Period? Understanding Your Cycle

Can I get pregnant? If your menstrual period started on January 28 and ended on February 3, and you had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation on February 5, there is a possibility of pregnancy. Given that your menstrual cycle typically lasts over 30 days and can extend to 52 d...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low, but it's important to stay vigilant. Wishing you good health.

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