Conception, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Am I Pregnant? Understanding Your Chances After Recent Symptoms

Can I get pregnant? Doctor, my last sexual intercourse was on August 30. I went to see a gynecologist on September 8 due to lower abdominal pain. I did not take a pregnancy test, only an abdominal ultrasound. The doctor told me that a cyst had ruptured, which is why I felt discom...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is generally reliable only after 12 days post-conception. It is advisable to take preventive measures beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

How Long Should You Wait to Try Again After a Miscarriage?

Miscarriage Hello Doctor: I recently had a natural miscarriage 7 weeks ago. I would like to ask how long I should rest before it is appropriate to have intercourse and try to conceive again?

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, there is no absolute timeframe; generally, it is recommended to wait about two weeks, while conception may take two to three months. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Your Pregnancy Timeline: Ovulation Delays and Menstrual Irregularities

Child's cycle My last menstrual period started on July 26, but during my first ultrasound on September 11, the doctor said I was only five weeks along and mentioned that delayed ovulation caused the embryo to be smaller, attributing it to irregular menstruation. However, my ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I apologize for being unable to diagnose the child's current cycle based on the described symptoms, nor can I determine the date of conception. If you still have questions, I recommend consulting your regular obstetrician for further examination. Wishing you good heal...

Understanding Conception Timing Based on Menstrual Cycle

Time of conception Based on your last menstrual period starting on July 26 and the doctor's assessment of being 5 weeks pregnant as of September 11, your estimated conception date would be around 2 weeks after the first day of your last period, which would be approximately A...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. TT: If the doctor says you are five weeks pregnant, that means you likely conceived about three weeks ago.

Missed Period: Could It Be Pregnancy or Just Irregular Cycles?

Is a delayed menstruation a sign of pregnancy? My menstrual cycle is very irregular, and I need to take medication to induce my period. Since May of this year, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine to address constipation and menstrual issues. My last menstrual period w...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception for accurate results. If your period is still absent after waiting another week, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Your Pregnancy Timeline: When to Confirm and What to Expect

Pregnancy Week Calculation Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my recent menstrual cycle. My last period started on August 4 and ended on August 10, so according to my calculations, my next period was due on September 6. However, since it did not arrive yesterday, I took ...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Niu Niu: If you are currently feeling well, you can wait for a week before seeing an obstetrician. An ultrasound should be able to show the gestational sac to confirm a normal pregnancy. Based on your last menstrual period starting on August 4th, today being September ...

Can Stress Delay Your Period? Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Testing

Can I get pregnant? Hello: My girlfriend's last period started on July 22, with a cycle of about 30 days. The latest she would expect her period is August 13, and we had sexual intercourse (with a condom) on that date. From August 22 to 29, she felt like her period was about...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually accurate after 12 days of conception. The chance of pregnancy is 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.

Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Testing Accuracy

Are you pregnant? My last menstrual period started on July 23, with a cycle of about 30 days. Normally, I would expect my period to arrive around August 23, but it hasn't come yet. Since August 20, my body has felt almost constantly warm, and my husband has also commented on...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually reliable if taken at least 12 days after conception. If you suspect you are pregnant and your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns After Unprotected Sex

Missed period? Hello, I had my period from August 1st to around August 4th or 5th. I also engaged in sexual activity in mid-August, but it was brief and I withdrew before ejaculation. Then, on August 24th, during intercourse, we discovered that the condom had broken just as penet...

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.

How to Calculate Ovulation Period for Pregnancy Planning

How to calculate the ovulation period? To calculate the ovulation period, you typically subtract 14 days from the start of your next expected menstrual period. Since your menstrual cycles are irregular, it can be a bit more challenging. Based on your provided dates, your cycles a...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the ovulation period is calculated by counting 14 days back from your next menstrual period. If your menstrual cycle is irregular, it is difficult to estimate accurately. If your cycle is regular, typically between 28 to 30 days, ovulation occurs around 14 to 16 days after...

Understanding the Need for Oophorectomy in Large Ovarian Tumors

Right ovarian cyst? Hello Doctor: In mid-June of this year, I learned that I had a 33 cm tumor on my right ovary. The doctor advised me to remove the ovary and fallopian tube, so at the end of June, I underwent surgery to remove the right fallopian tube, ovary, and tumor. At that...

Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
You should consult the surgeon, as each patient is different, and your attending physician will have their own perspective.

Why Is My Pregnancy Test Showing Only One Line?

Why is there only one line on a pregnancy test? Hello Dr. Tsao, Cycle length: 30-33 days. On July 13, the ovulation test showed a faint positive, July 14 was still faint positive, July 15 was a strong positive, and on the afternoon of July 16, the test line was stronger than th...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually accurate if taken 12 days after conception. The bleeding on August 24 could possibly be implantation bleeding. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Pregnancy Tests: What Two Lines Really Mean

A pregnancy test shows two lines? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period was on July 26, and I haven't had my period since the end of August. I bought a pregnancy test and it showed two lines. Does this confirm that I am pregnant? How long after conception should I see an ob...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Anonymous: If there are two lines on the pregnancy test, it indicates that you are pregnant. Once you confirm your pregnancy, it is advisable to see an obstetrician as soon as possible to ensure that it is a normal pregnancy. This is the safest approach. If you are con...

Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Do You Need a Pregnancy Test After Taking Them?

Emergency contraceptive pill I had my menstrual period on August 2nd, which lasted about 5.6 days. My cycle is irregular, so I didn't specifically track my safe days. I had intercourse around 12:00 AM on August 21st, and although I withdrew immediately after ejaculation, the...

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

Can You Get Pregnant After Abortion and Unprotected Sex?

Will having unprotected intercourse during menstruation after an abortion lead to pregnancy? Hello doctor, I underwent a vacuum aspiration procedure on August 20, and I have been experiencing bleeding and discharge until August 28. On the 28th, I had sexual intercourse with ejacu...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Liu: The timing of your sexual activity was approximately eight days after the surgery, and theoretically, the chances of conception are very low, so there is no need to take emergency contraception.

Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Can Pre-Ejaculate Cause Conception?

Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, my menstrual period started on August 4 and ended on August 10. On August 16, while showering with my boyfriend, we engaged in some sexual activity without a condom. He withdrew before ejaculation, and we rinsed afterward before re-entering, but ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low, but it is best to take preventive measures beforehand. Do 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 Pregnancy Testing: When Can You Detect Pregnancy After Intercourse?

It has been 20 days since sexual intercourse, and pregnancy has not been detected yet? Hello doctor, I would like to ask, I used condoms throughout on December 30, and on January 22, I still tested negative for pregnancy. What is the likelihood of pregnancy? I tested positive for...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Pearl: The urine test on January 22 showed no pregnancy, but the test on January 26 indicated pregnancy. This is commonly encountered in outpatient settings, as most cases involve late conception where the levels of hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) in the body have no...

Am I Pregnant? Understanding Contraceptive Pills and Timing

What is the likelihood of getting pregnant? I had my period from July 27 to July 31. My boyfriend and I had intercourse on August 12 (with ejaculation inside). I took an emergency contraceptive pill (one pill) one hour after intercourse. It has been 12 days since I took the pill,...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test should 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 you goo...

Is It Normal Not to Bleed After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?

Is it normal not to have any bleeding after taking postcoital contraception? Hello, on August 19, during my girlfriend's fertile period, I gave her an emergency contraceptive pill called Postinor (one pink tablet). Since it was her first time taking it, she took it within on...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraceptive pills should be taken within 48 hours. A pregnancy test should be done at least 12 days after conception to yield accurate results. Currently, it is advisable to monitor the situation. It is best to use preventive measures beforehand. If your period...

Is It Possible to Get Pregnant? Understanding Irregular Periods and Symptoms

Is it possible to become pregnant? My menstrual cycle usually varies by 2 to 3 days, but this time it was delayed by 8 days. Before my period started, I experienced some breast tenderness, but it went away quickly. I also noticed some discharge. When is the best time to take a pr...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception for accurate results. If you suspect you are pregnant, a test can confirm it. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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