Conception, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Could You Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns

Are you pregnant? Hello Doctor: For the past two to three days, I have been experiencing a slight pain in my abdomen, and my nipples hurt when touched. I also have a constant urge to vomit, but I haven't actually vomited. I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend on Septemb...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test typically requires at least 12 days after conception to yield accurate results. It is advisable to take preventive measures for contraception beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good...

Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Unprotected Sex

Will this result in pregnancy? Hello doctor, I had unprotected intercourse with my girlfriend on October 1st. She had her last menstrual period on September 14th and then had a very light period on October 10th that lasted only one day. Since then, she has been experiencing ongoi...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually reliable after 12 days post-conception. If the test shows only one line, the chances of pregnancy are low. It is advisable to use contraception beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist. Wis...

Can You Get Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Testing Timing

Can I get pregnant? Hello, my menstrual period was from October 9 to October 15 (last month it was from September 16 to September 21), but sometimes my cycle is not very regular. On October 16, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend (he squeezed out the pre-ejaculate bef...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually reliable after 12 days of conception. The chances of pregnancy are low, so it's best to use preventive measures beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Can I Get Pregnant with One Blocked Fallopian Tube? Tips for Conception

Can I get pregnant? I have a blockage in my left fallopian tube, while the right one is open. I had surgery for a chocolate cyst on the right side last year, and I have uterine fibroids. My period started on September 26, and I had intercourse on October 6. After that, I visited ...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello, Miss Baby: If you want to have intercourse again on October 11, that's fine; it can still increase the chances of conception. Your right fallopian tube is still patent, and the position changes you mentioned may slightly increase the likelihood of conception. However,...

Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills

After taking the emergency contraceptive pill, menstruation occurred. On the 6th day of menstruation, there was ejaculation inside? I apologize for asking, but I would like to inquire about something. My girlfriend and I had unprotected intercourse on October 1st (without ejacula...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test should ideally be taken at least 12 days after conception for accurate results. The chances of pregnancy are low, so it's best to use contraception beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing...

Understanding Emergency Contraception: Timing and Pregnancy Risks

Emergency contraceptive pill Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about my situation. My last menstrual period was from September 28 to October 3. I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend on October 9 in the afternoon, but he did not ejaculate inside me. Since the app ca...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to take emergency contraceptive pills within 48 hours for better effectiveness. Generally, a pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception to yield accurate results, as the chance of pregnancy is low. It is best to use preventive measur...

Understanding Chocolate Cysts and Fibroids: Fertility Challenges Explained

One fallopian tube is blocked, and there is a chocolate cyst and a uterine fibroid? After trying to conceive for many years, I underwent surgery for a chocolate cyst on my right ovary in August 2015. After the surgery, the doctor prescribed me medication for three months (similar...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, with severe chocolate cysts and adhesions, along with advanced age, it indicates a significantly reduced chance of conception. It is recommended to proceed directly with in vitro fertilization (IVF). Wishing you good health.

Understanding Menstrual Delays: Could It Be Pregnancy or Lifestyle Changes?

Menstrual issues Hello, doctor. I have done some research but couldn't find a satisfactory answer. My period started on September 3rd, and I had sexual intercourse on September 10th, 13th, and 14th. We used condoms throughout and practiced withdrawal. I left for work abroad ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low, but it is always best to take preventive measures beforehand. One should not rely on the safe period. Generally, a pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception to yield accurate results. If your period is more than a we...

Pregnancy Test Shows One Line: Am I Pregnant or Not?

A pregnancy test shows one line, but the menstrual period has not yet arrived? Hello, Doctor. My last menstrual period was from August 25 to August 31. I had sexual intercourse on September 3, and it was with ejaculation inside. Then, on September 13/14, I also had sexual interco...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually accurate only after 12 days post-conception. The chances of pregnancy are low, so it's best to use contraception beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

When Did I Conceive? Understanding Pregnancy Timeline and Implantation

Time of conception I'm sorry, but I would like to ask the doctor. Today, on October 2nd, the ultrasound shows that the baby is 8 weeks and 5 days old. Could you please tell me when I conceived? Thank you (also, when did the baby implant?). I appreciate your help, doctor.

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it can only be estimated that conception occurred around mid-August. Wishing you good health.

Is a 0.6cm Fetus Normal Size at 5 Weeks Pregnant?

Pregnancy cycle Doctor, is it normal for a baby to be 0.6 cm at five weeks of pregnancy? The doctor said it has been three weeks since conception, making it five weeks of gestation.

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Fish: Your condition is still within the normal range. If you are concerned, you can follow up with an ultrasound in a week to see if there is any growth, which will help determine if everything is normal.

Can You Get Pregnant After Having Sex One Day Post-Menstruation?

Engaging in sexual intercourse one day after menstruation? If your menstrual period ended on September 15 and you had protected intercourse on September 16, and the condom did not break, the likelihood of pregnancy is very low. Sperm can survive in the female reproductive tract f...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of getting pregnant are low, but it's best to take preventive measures at all times and not rely on the safe period. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Estrogen Conjugate: Is It for Ovulation or Bleeding?

Estrogen conjugates are not ovulation-inducing medications; they are primarily used as hormone replacement therapy and can also be utilized for managing certain menstrual disorders, including abnormal uterine bleeding? My menstrual period started on August 29. After having sexual...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. QQ: Estrogen conjugate is a type of female hormone. Based on the timing, your bleeding does appear to be ovulatory bleeding. This medication can help stop the bleeding and also has effects that may assist with conception.

Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Timing and Effects Explained

Emergency contraceptive pill Menstruation ended around the 17th, and intercourse occurred on the 19th at approximately 8 to 9 AM with withdrawal method. To be safe, a single dose of emergency contraceptive pill was taken between 9 to 10 AM on the same day. After researching, I am...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause irregular menstruation. Generally, a pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception to yield accurate results. It's best to observe the situation and use preventive measures beforehand. If your period...

Understanding Ovulation and Timing for Conception Success

Engaging in sexual intercourse one day before or after ovulation? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my situation. On September 5th, I had a follicle measuring around 2.8 cm, but the next day, September 6th, I experienced bleeding. After checking at the hospital, it was dete...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, based on the timing, everything seems to be in order. However, this does not guarantee conception; we will have to wait for the next cycle. Wishing you good health.

Managing Progesterone Levels During Menstruation: A Guide for Women

The menstrual period has arrived, but progesterone levels have not decreased? I previously had a failed embryo transfer during my IVF cycle, and in the upcoming cycle, I need to undergo egg retrieval. However, my menstrual period has started, and my progesterone levels have not d...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it's best to wait for it to decrease naturally; resting is also a good thing. Wishing you a speedy conception.

Understanding Vaginal Odor and Menstrual Cycle Changes in Women

Genital issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if overweight or obese women really experience a fishy odor in their private areas and vagina? Also, does body odor tend to be stronger, making men less inclined to approach women? This is what some men have told me, which is why ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the fishy odor from the genital area and vagina is generally related to inflammation rather than body weight. It is advisable to consult a gynecologist. If your menstrual cycle is becoming longer, it should be fine as long as it occurs around the same time; otherwise, it i...

Understanding Conception Dates: A Guide for Expecting Mothers

What is the date of conception? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my last menstrual period, which started on April 8. I took a pregnancy test at the obstetrics and gynecology department on May 13 and it showed that I was over five weeks pregnant. My previous six menstrual c...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is difficult to determine the exact day, but it should be around the 22nd. Wishing you good health.

Preconception Medications: What You Need to Know for Pregnancy Planning

Planning for Pregnancy and Preconception Medications Hello Doctor, after getting married, my menstrual cycle has occasionally become irregular, making it difficult to predict my ovulation period. I have not become pregnant yet. My last menstrual period started on September 1, wit...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, most common cold medications do not have significant effects. If you have concerns, you may consult the prescribing physician. Wishing you good health!

Understanding Low Amniotic Fluid and Neural Tube Defects in Pregnancy

Oligohydramnios and neural tube defects? Hello Doctor, I am currently 19 weeks pregnant. During my 14-week check-up, the doctor informed me that there is a low level of amniotic fluid, which was visually assessed to be well below the minimum index of 8. The ultrasound did not rev...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a high-level ultrasound is sufficient. With a Down syndrome risk value of 1:31,300, amniocentesis is not necessary. The probability of neural tube defects is low, but let's wait for the results of the high-level ultrasound. Wishing you good health.

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