Delayed menstruation, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Delayed Menstruation After Taking Emergency Contraceptive: What to Expect

Taking emergency contraceptive pills can cause a delay in your menstrual period? My menstrual cycle is usually quite regular, about 7 days earlier or later. However, the flow is very light. I got my period on November 3, and I had unprotected intercourse on November 18. The next ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of getting pregnant are low. It is best to take preventive measures at all times and not to 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.

Why Is My Girlfriend's Period Late Despite Using Protection?

Am I pregnant? Is it possible to get pregnant? Your girlfriend's period was due on December 13, and although you both used condoms and checked for any breakage, which you confirmed did not occur, she has still not gotten her period and is now 6 days late. Additionally, she h...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low, but it is always 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.

Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Symptoms

Are you pregnant? On October 9, my girlfriend's period ended. On October 10, we had unprotected intercourse, and I withdrew before ejaculation. From November 2 to November 6, she had her period, but the flow was lighter on the fourth day. We took pregnancy tests on November ...

Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
The pregnancy test on November 23, which is more than 18 days after the sexual intercourse on October 10, should be able to detect a pregnancy if one were present. Since the test result indicates that there is no pregnancy, we can trust the result. The delayed menstruation may be...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women

Delayed menstruation? During the fertile period, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend, where he penetrated a few times without ejaculation, and then we used condoms for the rest of the time. My period was 9 days late, so I went to the gynecologist for a pregnancy test and u...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not be early pregnancy bleeding. It is advisable to monitor further. Generally, it is not related to consuming cold beverages. Wishing you good health.

Delayed Menstruation: Could Medications Affect Your Cycle?

Menstrual delay and medication issues? Hello Doctor, my last two menstrual periods were from October 1 to October 6 and from October 29 to November 4. During this time, I had intimate relations three to four times, but we used protection each time. I am currently taking three med...

Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
1. If protective measures were used, the likelihood of pregnancy is low. If you are concerned, you can take a home pregnancy test. 2. A delayed or irregular menstrual cycle can have many causes, including medication use, lack of sleep, or stress and anxiety. Sincerely, Dr. Lu...

Understanding Menstrual Delay: Weight Loss, Acupuncture, and Pregnancy Concerns

Menstrual period is five days late? I would like to ask the doctor, I am currently 5 days late for my period. My menstrual cycle usually ranges from 32 to 37 days. I have been controlling my diet to lose weight, and I have lost nearly 4 kilograms in a month. For the past few days...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low, so it's best to take preventive measures at all times and not rely on the safe period. Weight loss is not necessarily related to menstruation. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns in Women's Health

Pregnancy test, delayed menstruation? Hello, Doctor. I would like to consult you regarding this issue. My last menstrual cycle started on October 19 and lasted for 6 days, with a cycle length of about 23 days. I had sexual intercourse on October 31 (with a condom). I was supposed...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Signs of Pregnancy or Other Issues?

Menstruation is delayed? Hello, my last menstrual period was from October 7 to October 13. I had unprotected intercourse on October 15 and took emergency contraception on October 16, taking the second pill six hours later. After that, I had a little bit of brown discharge for 2 o...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low, but it's best to take preventive measures at all times and not rely on the safe period. If your period does not arrive after waiting another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns in Women's Health

Abnormal bleeding Hello Doctor, last week on 10/30 I inquired about abnormal bleeding. You mentioned that I might be experiencing menstrual irregularities, but there was also a possibility of pregnancy, and advised me to wait and see if my period would come. Well, my period did s...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Sofie: Your current situation is also a type of menstrual disorder. Common menstrual disorders include delayed menstruation or having multiple periods in a month, with varying durations. As for the possibility of pregnancy, it is unlikely. You can take a urine test to ...

Understanding Emergency Contraception and Menstrual Cycle Timing

Emergency contraception and the safe period? If sexual intercourse occurred on the night of November 8 without any protection but without ejaculation, and then the morning after, emergency contraception was taken, considering that your menstrual cycle is approximately 37 days and...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
If you're feeling uneasy, you might consider taking emergency contraception. Generally, emergency contraception should be taken within 48 hours. The delayed menstruation pill does not have contraceptive effects, so it's best to use preventive measures beforehand. If you...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Possible Causes and Concerns

Delayed menstruation? Your girlfriend's last menstrual period started on September 26, and after having protected intercourse on October 22, her period is now 7 days late. She experienced brown discharge on October 27-28 and noticed blood clots on October 28, but her period ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I apologize for not being able to diagnose based on the described symptoms. If you are still experiencing discomfort or if your menstrual period has not arrived, I recommend seeing a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.

Delayed Menstruation: Could Medication or Pregnancy Be the Cause?

Delayed menstruation? Hello, my girlfriend had her period on September 29. We were intimate on September 27 and October 1, both times using a condom. However, during the October 1 encounter, the condom was inside out initially, but we turned it around and used it again, and there...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Possible Causes and Insights

Menstruation is delayed? There are several reasons why a girlfriend's period may be delayed by six days. Possible causes include: 1. **Pregnancy**: This is one of the most common reasons for a missed period. 2. **Stress**: High levels of stress can affect hormonal balance a...

Dr. Tian Yiwen Reply:
There are many reasons for a delayed menstrual period. Women's menstrual cycles can be easily affected by external factors such as stress or lifestyle changes. It is recommended to wait a bit longer; if the period is more than two weeks late, consider taking a pregnancy test...

Delayed Menstruation: Possible Causes and Concerns After Unprotected Intercourse

Menstruation is delayed? Hello doctor, I had sexual intercourse on September 10th without using a condom for the entire duration; I only used it after some vaginal rubbing. I took emergency contraception the following day, and my period did arrive on September 20th. However, my p...

Dr. Tian Yiwen Reply:
Emergency contraceptive pills contain high doses of hormones, which can cause menstrual irregularities in some individuals. If you are not pregnant and have not had your period for over two months, please consult a gynecologist. Additionally, it is recommended that individuals wh...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy or Underlying Issues?

Delayed menstruation? Hello Doctor, the last time I had sexual intercourse was on October 8th. I noticed some slight blood streaks when wiping after urinating on October 7th and October 10th. My period is normally due on October 18th, but I visited a traditional Chinese medicine ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of getting pregnant are low, but it's always best to take preventive measures beforehand. Do not rely on the safe period. If your period does not arrive within another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Symptoms and Pregnancy Concerns

Delayed menstruation? Your girlfriend's last menstrual period started on September 5th, and you had sexual intercourse on September 16th using a condom, with no ejaculation. She mentioned experiencing pain during the act, and you stopped immediately. Her menstrual cycle is i...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Childbirth: What to Do?

Postpartum menstruation has not returned? I gave birth on May 16, 2015, and it has been over a year and five months since then, with no menstrual period. I am currently breastfeeding, but I only nurse three times a day. I feel like my period is not coming, and I am wondering if I...

Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Li: You are still breastfeeding, which may be the reason your menstruation has not returned since May. If you are eager to conceive, it is advisable to wean. You can arrange for a blood test at the hospital to check if your hormones or endocrine system are normal. If ev...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Could It Be Pregnancy?

Delayed menstruation? Hello doctor, I ovulated on October 7 and had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend. We used a condom throughout the entire time and checked afterward for any damage, and there was none. My boyfriend also did not ejaculate inside; he took care of himself. How...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low, but it is best to take preventive measures at all times. 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 Delayed Menstruation After Birth Control: When to Test for Pregnancy

Taking Yejiji but experiencing a delayed menstrual period? In the first half of 2016, I was taking the contraceptive pill "Yueji." I stopped taking it in August and took "Ella" once, but my menstrual cycle has been very slow (40 days). My period started on Sep...

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...

Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Pregnancy Concerns

Delayed menstruation? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend's period is currently 19 days late. Her shortest menstrual cycle has been 33 days and the longest 51 days. On Saturday (17 days late), she visited a gynecologist for a pregnancy test and a transvaginal ultrasound, both of wh...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, after taking general menstrual induction medication, menstruation usually occurs within a week, and the chances of pregnancy are low. It is always best to use preventive measures beforehand and not to rely on the safe period. If menstruation does not arrive after waiting a...

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