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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy or Stress Factors?

Menstruation is delayed? Hello! I would like to ask about my girlfriend's menstrual cycle. Her last period started on September 2, and she was expected to start again on September 29. However, as of October 8, her period has still not arrived. She has mentioned experiencing ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, can pregnancy be confirmed with a pregnancy test? It's always best to take preventive measures beforehand; one should 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.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns

Delayed menstruation? Hello doctor, my period was originally due on September 26, but now it is already October 6. I had sexual intercourse a few days before September 26; could that affect my menstrual cycle? Thank you!


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Lin Yun: Masturbation itself does not affect menstruation, but there are several factors that can influence the menstrual cycle, such as emotions, stress, irregular sleep patterns, illness, and medication. Another common reason for changes in menstruation is pregnancy;...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Safe Intercourse and Emergency Contraception

Menstruation has not yet arrived? My menstrual cycle was as follows: May 23, June 26, July 27, and August 29, with each period lasting about 7 days. I had intercourse with my boyfriend on September 4, and he used a condom throughout, which did not break. However, since it was my ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause irregular menstruation, which is usually just something to observe. It is 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 heal...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Symptoms Explained

Menstruation is delayed by 19 days? I had my period from August 14 to August 20. I had intercourse on August 21, but there was no ejaculation. I expected my period to arrive on September 14, but it hasn't come yet. I took a pregnancy test, and it showed one line. A week late...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Fishh: When menstruation does not arrive at the expected time, its characteristics can change. For example, the duration, flow, and color may vary. Your period was originally due on September 14, but it arrived a week late, which is referred to as an anovulatory menstr...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation After D&C: What to Expect

Experiencing amenorrhea after undergoing a dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure? Hello, I had an abortion in mid-July and have not had my period since then. I have returned for follow-up visits twice, and the doctor mentioned that my endometrium is thin. I was prescribed me...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that adhesions caused by a previous abortion are preventing your menstrual flow. It is advisable to consult your obstetrician-gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women

Delayed menstruation? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend and I had multiple sexual encounters in July, during which we used condoms throughout and confirmed there were no breakages, and there were no risky actions involved. My girlfriend's period came on time in August, and since ...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Mr. Longxian: Based on your description, it is unlikely that your girlfriend is pregnant. The changes in her routine and diet that you mentioned could certainly affect the delay in her menstrual cycle. If her period in August arrives as expected, then it would be considered...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation Without Sexual Activity: Causes and Insights

Menstrual delay without sexual intercourse? Hello, doctor. My menstrual cycles are from April 3 to April 10, May 4 to May 11, June 4 to June 11, and July 7 to July 13. Since my period ended in July, I have not had any sexual intercourse with my boyfriend, so I haven't taken ...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: The menstrual cycle can be easily affected by emotional stress, changes in daily routine, illness, or diet. For example, consuming too many cold or spicy foods can also have an impact.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Completing Birth Control Pills

Oral contraceptives Hello doctor, I previously received a prescription for Diane from my doctor due to irregular menstruation. I finished the 21-day course on the evening of August 26. The day after finishing, I experienced abdominal discomfort and noticed some blood-tinged disch...


Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
If menstruation has not occurred for an extended period and there are concerns about other underlying issues, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation. Dr. Lu Li-Cheng from Taoyuan Hospital suggests this course of action.

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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.

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Delayed Menstruation: Can Pregnancy Be Ruled Out?

Menstruation is delayed? My last menstrual period started on July 26. I had sexual intercourse on August 5 (with a condom). I took pregnancy tests on August 16 and August 21, and both results showed one line. However, when my period was due, it still hadn't arrived. My menst...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Anonymous: Testing urine for pregnancy is only meaningful after a missed period. Before the period is missed, hormone levels have not reached a detectable level in urine, so even if you are pregnant, the test may not show a positive result. For example, if your last me...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women

Menstrual delay Hello, doctor! Last month, around July 10th, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend, but we didn't penetrate because I was afraid of pain. After that, since we were going on a trip, I took medication to induce my period, which started on July 25th and las...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello, Sister Xiaolin: If your menstruation has not arrived as scheduled, it is considered menstrual irregularity. The regularity of menstruation can be easily affected by personal emotional stress, lifestyle, medications, and diet, leading to delayed or early onset of menstruati...

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Understanding Menstrual Irregularities After Taking Herbal Induction Medications

Menstrual issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my menstrual cycle. Last month, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend a week before my period was due, which usually comes at the end of the month. After going out, I consulted a Traditional Chinese Medicine practition...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Lin: After inducing menstruation, the flow may be irregular, sometimes heavy and sometimes light, which is quite common. However, the next menstrual cycle is often affected by this induction, leading to some irregularities, such as delayed menstruation and abdominal di...

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Understanding Pregnancy Test Results and Delayed Menstruation Concerns

Pregnancy test questions? If the last menstrual period was on May 31, and the subsequent periods were on June 26, July 21, and August 1, with several instances of sexual intercourse until August 7, during which condoms were used properly, the expected menstrual period for August ...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Eric: I understand your situation. The likelihood of pregnancy is low because you used condoms throughout, and both pregnancy tests on August 18 and August 20 were negative. However, during this waiting period, it is still advisable to use contraception. If your period...

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Understanding Irregular Periods: Signs of Menopause or Something Else?

Is irregular menstruation a symptom of menopause? In the past two years, my menstrual cycles have been regular, approximately 25 to 27 days. I had sexual intercourse on June 28 and July 5. My period started normally on July 15, but around the end of July, I noticed a small amount...


Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello, Ms. V2: In addition to menstrual irregularities, common symptoms of menopause in women include hot flashes, palpitations, and night sweats. Your delayed menstruation in August is likely a common phenomenon at your age, which is anovulation leading to a delayed period. Of c...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Impact of Breastfeeding on Cycle Changes

Delayed menstruation Hello, I would like to ask about my menstrual period. My last period was from July 6 to July 9, and this month's period on August 8 was delayed by several days. Previously, my cycles were almost always regular and had never been delayed since I gave birt...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, diet, uterine or cervical lesions, pregnancy, and breastfeeding, among others. ...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Birth Control Use

Delayed menstruation? I would like to ask the doctor, I got my period on the 18th of last month and took the pre-emptive contraceptive pill. I took it again this month, but I started taking it five days after my period ended. I had sexual intercourse on the fifth day of taking th...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period. Your period should come within a week after finishing the pills, so just wait and see. Wishing you good health!

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Stopping Birth Control: Pregnancy Risks

Continuation #108625: Menstruation is delayed in the second month after stopping birth control pills? Continuing from <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/108625">#108625</a>, could you please tell me, doctor, what are the chances of getting pregnant under th...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is best to take preventive measures for contraception at all times and not to rely on the safe period. If your period is still delayed, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Common Questions and Concerns

Could you please provide more details about the issues related to delayed menstruation? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my delayed menstruation issue. My cycle is usually 32 days. My last period was from June 6 to June 11, and this cycle should have been from July 7 to J...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually reliable only after 12 days post-conception. The chances of pregnancy are low, and it may feel similar to when menstruation is about to start. Taking cold medication is unrelated to menstruation. It is best to use preventive measures beforehand....

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women

Delayed menstruation? Hello, my last menstrual period started on the 14th of last month, so I should expect my period to arrive on the 5th of this month. However, it still hasn't come. I had sexual intercourse on the 28th of last month, but we used a condom the entire time (...


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

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women

Menstrual issues Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about my delayed menstrual period. My last two periods were on April 20 and May 22, with a cycle of 32 days. However, I have not had my period since June. On June 17, I had some minor sexual activity with my boyfriend; he used a...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of getting pregnant are low, but it is best to take preventive measures beforehand. Do 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.

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