Conception, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and When to Test

Can I get pregnant? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my situation. My menstrual period was from July 10 to July 12, but the flow was light. However, I had unprotected sexual intercourse on July 16, July 19, July 22, and July 28. On July 29, I noticed brownish discharge, a...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception to get accurate results. If you suspect you are pregnant, it's best to take precautions with contraception beforehand. If you experience any discomfort or if your period is more than a week late, it is...

Missed Period and Brown Urine: Could It Be Pregnancy?

Missed period, brown urine? Hello, doctor: I got my period on June 15th. The first three days were heavy, and then it became lighter, lasting about 6-7 days in total. Now, I still haven't gotten my period (there was no sexual intercourse during this time; prior to my period,...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there is a possibility of pregnancy. Even if ejaculation did not occur during intercourse, there is still a chance of conception because pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. However, it is not possible to determine whether you are pregnant ba...

Understanding Emergency Contraception: Effectiveness and Timing Explained

Emergency contraceptive pill If a male experiences arousal and pre-ejaculatory fluid is present, and he touches his girlfriend through her underwear without direct contact with her genitals or engaging in sexual intercourse, the risk of pregnancy is very low. However, since she i...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually accurate 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.

Understanding Pregnancy After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills

Took emergency contraceptive pills but still became pregnant? Hello Doctor, I had sexual intercourse on the night of July 19 and took the emergency contraceptive pill (Plan B) at noon on July 20. I had another sexual encounter on July 26, but there was no ejaculation inside. On t...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraception is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. Your situation can only be assessed more accurately when the embryo is at a later gestational age, as the current margin of error is still too large. Thank you, and wishing you peace...

Is It Birth Control Side Effects or Pregnancy Symptoms?

Is it a side effect of the contraceptive pill or pregnancy? On the 8th of the month, during the fertile period, I had unprotected intercourse and the male partner ejaculated outside. Within 5.6 hours, I took the emergency contraceptive pill (Ella). Later, I experienced slight diz...

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 get accurate results. If you continue to experience discomfort, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you...

Understanding Conception Timing: A Guide for Expecting Mothers

Time of conception Hello, I would like to ask you. My period started around January 25, and I took a pregnancy test on February 20 which was negative. On February 29, I went to the doctor for a pregnancy test, and the line was very faint. The doctor said I had just conceived. Yes...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a typical pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception to yield accurate results. It is unlikely that the pregnancy is from the intercourse on the 2nd or 3rd. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Concerns

Menstrual issues Hello Dr. Huang: I came on June 23 and was supposed to come again on July 21, but I arrived a day early on July 20. Last month, I came on July 20 and finished by July 26, which was a clean seven days. I have been using an ovulation calendar I found online to dete...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss 000: Calculating the fertile window is only effective if your menstrual cycle is very regular; otherwise, the success rate is low. It is not recommended to use the calendar method for contraception due to its high failure rate. Based on your intercourse dates, from Jul...

Missed Period: When to Wait and When to Seek Medical Advice

Missed menstruation? Hello, my last menstrual period started on July 12 and ended on July 18. My cycles have been quite regular, around 31 days, and I have been keeping track. Normally, I would expect my period to start between the 12th and 15th of this month, but today is alread...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Xiao Wang: If your menstrual cycle has been regular, then the chances of conception from sexual intercourse on August 14th are low, especially since you used condoms throughout. There's no need to worry too much. However, since probabilities can be uncertain, if y...

When is the Best Time to Take a Pregnancy Test While on Birth Control?

Taking oral contraceptives and pregnancy testing? Hello, doctor. I have been taking Yaz for a month and a half, and I take my medication on time every day. My boyfriend and I have been intimate every day. Recently, I have experienced breast tenderness and a protruding abdomen. I ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually reliable after 12 days of conception, so the chances of being pregnant are low. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Emergency Contraception: Risks and Next Steps After Unprotected Sex

Emergency contraceptive pill Hello doctor, my girlfriend and I had sexual intercourse on August 7th. After ejaculation, I noticed that the condom had slightly slipped off (it didn't come off completely, but was rolled up about halfway). My girlfriend also had a small amount ...

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 is advisable to use contraception beforehand. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Pregnancy Chances and When to Take a Pregnancy Test

Pregnancy Probability and Pregnancy Testing Hello, Doctor: I would like to inquire about the chances of pregnancy. My last menstrual period was from July 22 to July 26, and I had intercourse with my husband on July 27 and August 1, both with ejaculation inside. We also had unprot...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is generally reliable after 12 days post-conception. If the chance of pregnancy is low and your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Breast Tenderness After Ovulation: Is Pregnancy Still Possible?

Is breast tenderness normal after ovulation? Hello Dr. Tsao, I would like to ask if experiencing breast tenderness (only noticeable when pressed) after ovulation indicates that there is no hope for pregnancy this cycle. I took ovulation medication this cycle, and there were thr...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, breast distension and a prolactin level of 27.6 are not related to a miscarriage with no heartbeat; observation is sufficient. Wishing you a successful pregnancy soon.

Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Testing After Unprotected Sex

Suspected Pregnancy Hello, doctor. I took emergency contraception around June 23, and my period came from June 29 to July 5. However, I cannot confirm if July 6 was the last day of my period because I still had some brown discharge. I had intercourse with my boyfriend on July 6 w...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually accurate only after 12 days of conception. The chances of pregnancy are low. If your period does not arrive after another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Follicle Issues After Birth Control: A Guide for Moms

Follicular issues Hello Doctor: On July 14th (5 days into my menstrual cycle), I was prescribed the contraceptive pill Qlaira due to an ovarian cyst, with the aim of shrinking the cyst. I took it for three weeks and stopped on August 3rd. The next day, on August 4th, an ultrasoun...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, having very few follicles may be due to the contraceptive pills suppressing egg growth and ovulation. At your age, the number of eggs is relatively low. It is recommended to try to conceive soon, as taking DHEA will not improve the quantity of eggs. Wishing you good health...

Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Late Periods and Conception Risks

Am I pregnant? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my girlfriend. Her last menstrual period started on July 5th. We had intercourse on a day that my phone indicated was her ovulation day, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Now her period is 3 days late and has not arrived. W...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you are wondering whether you are pregnant, it's best to take precautions beforehand and not rely on the rhythm method. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Irregular Periods and Symptoms

Suspected pregnancy? Doctor, I would like to ask about my menstrual cycle. My last period was from July 10 to July 12, but the flow was very light. I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend on July 16, July 19, July 22, and July 28. However, on July 29, I noticed brown disc...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is typically accurate after 12 days post-conception. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Can You Still Get Pregnant After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?

Is it still possible to get pregnant after taking emergency contraceptive pills? On July 24, I had intercourse with my boyfriend, and there was ejaculation inside during my ovulation period. The next day at noon, I took an emergency contraceptive pill (one tablet) within 72 hours...

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 contraception beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Early Pregnancy Signs and When to Take a Test

Pregnancy test questions? Hello doctor, my girlfriend and I had sexual intercourse on July 21st. We used a condom, and I withdrew after ejaculation without any breakage. My girlfriend's period started on July 31st, and the flow was lighter than usual, and it stopped by last ...

Missed Period: Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Concerns

Delayed menstruation? If your girlfriend's period is late for almost a month and there was genital rubbing with ejaculation, there is a possibility of pregnancy, even if she washed afterward. Sperm can potentially remain viable in the genital area, and if any sperm came into...

Dr. Tian Yiwen Reply:
If there is no proper contraception, there is a possibility of pregnancy. If your period is more than a month late, please visit a gynecology clinic for an examination. Additionally, for related knowledge, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Administration's &q...

Understanding Uterine Cramps After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills

Uterine curettage Doctor, I would like to ask, I had intercourse with my boyfriend on July 31, which was during my ovulation period. I took the emergency contraceptive pill four hours later. On Monday and Tuesday, I experienced brown discharge, and I have been feeling sharp pain ...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
What you need is not medical consultation but rather a refresher on sexual health knowledge. For such inquiries, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Administration's "Sexual Happiness e-Learning" or the Obstetrics and Gynecology Society's "C...

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