Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Pregnancy Concerns

Delayed menstruation? The last menstrual period started on June 1-5, and there was sexual intercourse on June 15 with condom use. By the expected date of June 29, menstruation has not occurred, and as of July 3, it is still absent. From June 16-23, there was a trip to Thailand wh...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation...

Can Emergency Contraceptives Work If You're Unaware of Pregnancy?

If you take emergency contraception without knowing you are pregnant, is it effective? I would like to ask if I am unsure whether I am pregnant. My last menstrual period ended between the 15th and 20th of last month, and I had several instances of ejaculation inside during that t...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills is not 100%. The failure rate is about 3% if taken within three days. If taken after three days, the contraceptive effect is insufficient. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. T...

Can Emergency Contraceptives Work If You're Unaware of Pregnancy?

If you take emergency contraception without knowing if you are pregnant, is it effective? I would like to ask if I am unsure whether I am pregnant. My last menstrual period ended between the 15th and 20th of last month, and I had several instances of ejaculation inside. This mont...

Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Work If You're Unaware of Pregnancy?

If you take emergency contraception without knowing you are pregnant, is it effective? I would like to ask if I am unsure whether I am pregnant. My last menstrual period ended on the 15th to the 20th of last month, and I had several instances of unprotected intercourse. This mont...

Managing PCOS: The Role of Emergency Contraceptives and Menstrual Regulation

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and the use of emergency contraceptive pills? Hello, Doctor. I am a patient with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and have been using menstrual regulation medication prescribed by my gynecologist for nearly a year. I have had adjustments to the do...

Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, please inform during your follow-up visit that common side effects of emergency contraceptive pills include nausea, vomiting, abnormal bleeding, breast tenderness, bloating, abdominal pain, dizziness, headache, and fatigue. If you experience abnormal bleeding or abdominal ...

Understanding the Contraceptive Effects of Menstrual Regulation Medications

Menstrual regulation medication and contraception issues? Hello, Director Lin. I finished my menstrual period on July 12 (which was 5 days ago), but I started experiencing abnormal bleeding on July 15. I consulted a gynecologist who suggested that it might be a hormonal imbalance...

Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: 1. Taking the two medications together will not have contraceptive effects; they are only for regulation. 2. It is recommended that you continue taking them, but your menstrual cycle may become irregular. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares abo...

Missed Birth Control Pills: What to Do Next?

Contraceptive pill issues? If you usually take your medication at 11 PM every night but missed doses on the 14th and 15th, and you remembered to take two pills this morning on the 16th, you should still take your regular dose tonight at 11 PM. It's important to maintain your...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you still need to take the medication because you missed two days, which reduces its contraceptive effectiveness. It is recommended to use an additional method of contraception. Wishing you good health.

Concerns About Condom Retention and Pregnancy Risk: A Doctor's Insight

The condom got lost inside? Hello doctor, this afternoon I had intercourse with my girlfriend twice, both times using a condom. During the first time, when I was about to ejaculate, the condom was at the entrance of her vagina, but I pulled out and ejaculated inside the condom. D...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Just observe the situation. Wishing you good health.

Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Prevent Pregnancy During Ovulation?

Taking emergency contraception during ovulation: Is there a risk of pregnancy? Hello, Doctor. 1. I would like to inquire about yesterday, July 11th, which was the 14th day after my menstrual period, indicating my ovulation period. However, during intercourse, the condom slipped...

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

Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Prevent Pregnancy During Ovulation?

Taking emergency contraception during ovulation: Is there a risk of pregnancy? Hello Doctor, 1: I would like to inquire about yesterday, July 11th, which was the 14th day after my menstrual period, indicating my ovulation period. However, during intercourse, the condom slipped ...

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

Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Prevent Pregnancy During Ovulation?

Taking emergency contraception during ovulation can reduce the likelihood of pregnancy, but it is not 100% effective. The effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills is highest when taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse, Hello Doctor, 1. I would like to inq...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be effective. The arrival of menstruation indicates that there is no pregnancy. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse. Wishing you good health.

Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Prevent Pregnancy During Ovulation?

Taking emergency contraception during the ovulation period: Is pregnancy possible? Hello, doctor. 1. I would like to inquire about yesterday, July 11th, which was the 14th day after my menstrual period, indicating my ovulation period. However, during intercourse, the condom sli...

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

Is Emergency Contraception Effective on the First Day of Period?

Post-coital contraception Is it effective to take emergency contraception on the first day of menstruation? After taking it, my period did not come; is this normal?

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have concerns about taking emergency contraception on the first day of your menstrual period, please consult a gynecologist for assistance. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Dark Discharge After Menstruation: Causes and Concerns

Dark discharge after menstruation? Hello, I had unprotected intercourse on my ovulation day, June 23, and took emergency contraception. My period was from July 6 to July 10. On the 11th, I noticed dark (brownish) discharge and a very small amount of blood. For the next two days u...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, sometimes emergency contraceptive pills can cause abnormal bleeding. Monitoring is sufficient. Wishing you good health.

Emergency Contraception During Ovulation: Effectiveness and Pregnancy Risks

Taking emergency contraception during ovulation may still result in pregnancy? Hello Doctor, 1: I would like to inquire about yesterday, July 11th, which was the 14th day after my menstrual period, indicating my ovulation period. However, during intercourse, the condom slipped ...

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

Can Emergency Contraceptive Pills Prevent Pregnancy During Ovulation?

Taking emergency contraception during the ovulation period: is there a risk of pregnancy? Hello, Doctor. 1. I would like to inquire about yesterday, July 11th, which was the 14th day after my menstrual period, indicating my ovulation period. However, during intercourse, the con...

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

Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Do They Work After Unprotected Sex?

Emergency contraceptive pill On July 13, there was unprotected intercourse with ejaculation, and the morning-after pill was taken three hours later. On July 14, there was unprotected intercourse without ejaculation and no additional medication was taken. Will this affect the effe...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to consider taking emergency contraceptive pills just in case. Wishing you good health.

Can Emergency Contraceptives Prevent Pregnancy During Ovulation?

Taking emergency contraception during ovulation: is pregnancy possible? Hello Doctor, 1: I would like to inquire about yesterday, July 11th, which was the 14th day after my menstrual period, indicating my ovulation period. However, during intercourse, the condom slipped off and...

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

Missed Birth Control Pills: What to Do When You Experience Breakthrough Bleeding

Breakthrough bleeding after missing two days of oral contraceptive pills? Hello Doctor, I have been taking oral contraceptives regularly for five years. This month, during the third week of the pill pack, I missed two doses. On the third day, I took two pills in the afternoon. Ho...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, continue taking the remaining pills and start taking a new pack of contraceptive pills on the fifth day after your period begins. Wishing you good health.

Positive Pregnancy Test After Medication Abortion: What to Know

Positive pregnancy test after medical abortion? Hello, doctor. I had a medical abortion around May 29. My menstrual period came on June 29, but two days after it ended, on July 8, I experienced bleeding again. I took a pregnancy test and it showed two lines (the second line is fa...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please follow up with the obstetrics and gynecology department to check if everything has cleared out properly or if there are any other issues. Wishing you good health.

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