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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women

Delayed menstruation? I haven't had my period in March; the last one was on February 25, and the one before that was on January 22. According to my cycle, I should have gotten it around March 28 or 29, but as of today, April 1, it still hasn't arrived. On March 17, I ha...


Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
A regular ovulation cycle leads to a regular menstrual cycle. If your period is late, it could be due to pregnancy or delayed ovulation. If your period is late and a urine pregnancy test has confirmed that you are not pregnant, please be patient and wait an additional ten days to...

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Understanding Menstrual Changes: When to Seek Medical Advice

Menstrual issues 2 Previously, I experienced breast tenderness before my menstrual cycle, but for the past six months, I haven't had that discomfort. Why is this happening? My last menstrual period started on November 30, and the one before that was on December 25. This time...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the sensations and symptoms before and after menstruation can vary at different times and may be influenced by factors such as age, constitution, stress, and lifestyle habits. If menstrual flow is normal and there are no discomforts, it can be considered a normal phenomeno...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation and Abnormal Bleeding: Key Concerns

Menstruation Hello, doctor. My expected menstrual period was on the 28th of last month, but my period is now about 20 days late. I have been experiencing dark brown discharge almost every day, occasional mild pain, and very light bleeding. Recently, during two sexual encounters w...


Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Abnormal menstrual cycle and abnormal vaginal bleeding in females should certainly raise the suspicion of possible abnormal pregnancy-related bleeding; it is essential to seek medical evaluation promptly.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: What to Do When Your Period Is Late

Delayed menstruation? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period started on November 23rd, but this month I noticed brown spotting starting on December 21st. Usually, I experience this sign before my period, but this time the brown spotting stopped by the 23rd! However, my period sti...


Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: If you experience any abnormalities in your menstrual cycle, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist. The physician will provide appropriate treatment based on your condition. Thank you!

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Why Is My Period Late? Understanding Delayed Menstruation and Pregnancy Tests

Menstruation is delayed? On October 19, I was supposed to get my period, but it didn't come by the 20th, so I went to see a gynecologist. The doctor said it might be too early to test, but I still took a pregnancy test, which came back negative. I was given an injection to i...


Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: If conception occurred on October 12, a pregnancy test should be positive by October 26. There are many reasons for a missed period, including physical discomfort, high stress, or poor sleep, which can all have an impact. After receiving a menstrual induction injection, mo...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Abortion: What to Expect

Delayed menstruation? Hello doctor, I underwent an abortion on July 28 (the fetus was approximately 11 weeks at that time). After the procedure, I did not experience any bleeding and have had three follow-up appointments confirming that everything is fine. I had sexual intercours...


Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
Dear Dr. Tsai Yong-long of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, After an induced abortion, the ovulation date is often uncertain (as we interrupt the entire cycle artificially), which is why it is common to conceive agai...

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Understanding Black Menstrual Blood: When to See a Doctor?

Menstrual blood is black? Hello, I would like to ask about my menstrual cycle this month. My period is delayed by over ten days, but the flow is very minimal and the blood color is dark. Should I see a doctor, or can I wait until next month to see what happens? Do I need to ask t...


Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
Dear Dr. Tsai Yong-long of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Regarding the delayed menstruation of over ten days accompanied by a small amount of bleeding, the first suspicion is implantation bleeding (pregnancy), and...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy or Just a Cycle Change?

Menstrual delay My girlfriend's period is over two weeks late, and she recently mentioned experiencing sudden stomach pain, but she still feels like her period is coming. Could she be pregnant or is her period just delayed? She sometimes has stomach pain and feels bloated in...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, I recommend that your girlfriend first take a urine pregnancy test. Once pregnancy is confirmed or ruled out, treatment with medication and menstrual regulation can be considered based on her symptoms. Some women may experience gastrointestinal s...

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Common Concerns and Solutions

Delayed menstruation? Hello, Doctor. I am 26 years old. My last menstrual period was on January 24, 2009, but I did not have a period in February, and by March 24, I still had not menstruated. Therefore, on March 21, I bought a home pregnancy test, and the result was negative. On...


Dr. Dai Qihan Reply:
1. If it hasn't expired, it is accurate. 2. You won't know until you test it. 3. Generally, menstruation will occur 3-7 days after the treatment ends. 4. If you have concerns, it is recommended to return to the prescribing physician for a follow-up.

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Delayed Menstruation: Could It Be Pregnancy or Medication Effects?

Delayed menstruation? I would like to ask about my last menstrual period, which started on October 6. My cycle is approximately 32 days long. I had sexual intercourse between October 18 and 19, but we used protection (condoms). Now it is November 16, and my period still hasn'...


Dr. Dai Qihan Reply:
There are many possible reasons for a delayed menstrual period. It is recommended to visit a gynecological clinic for an examination and inform the healthcare provider about the ingredients of any cold medications taken.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Concerns About Pregnancy and Options

Delayed menstruation? Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period started on February 24. I had intercourse with my boyfriend on March 2 and March 8, both times with withdrawal. My menstrual cycles are usually around 30 days apart, but as of today (April 2), my period has not yet arri...


Dr. Xu Junzheng Reply:
RU486 can be used for intrauterine pregnancies within 7 weeks of gestation. Thank you!

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Understanding Infertility: Questions and Concerns for Women

Please inquire about infertility? Six years ago, I was pregnant and underwent a medical abortion at six weeks due to financial pressures when I was younger. Since the procedure, I have frequently experienced delayed menstruation, and my menstrual flow often seems to end quickly b...


Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
1. In my opinion, having been pregnant before does not equate to infertility. 2. I recommend that if you are not working night shifts, you can measure your basal body temperature. During the measurement process, it will become clear whether ovulation has occurred, when is the app...

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Understanding Emergency Contraception: Effects on Your Menstrual Cycle

Emergency contraception If my last menstrual period was from September 30 to October 5, with a cycle of about 28 days, and I took emergency contraception on October 9, will my next period still come around the same time? Or is there a high chance that taking emergency contracepti...


Dr. Dai Qihan Reply:
Emergency contraception is generally a high dose of hormones, which can cause menstrual cycles to be advanced or irregular. However, there is no need to worry too much; just be attentive to any delayed menstruation as it may indicate an unintended pregnancy.

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Should I Induce My Period? Understanding Delayed Menstruation Concerns

Is it time to induce menstruation? Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period was on April 27, and I still haven't gotten my period today. I visited a doctor on June 1, but the doctor only mentioned that my endometrium is thick enough and that my period should be coming soon. I ...


Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
If pregnancy is ruled out, oral medication or an injection to induce menstruation can be administered. If the endometrium is sufficiently thick and there is a hormonal imbalance in the body, it may lead to a missed period, which is not affected by the use of gastric medication.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Solutions for Women

Menstruation is delayed? Hello Doctor, my period has been delayed. However, I have been feeling symptoms. I have also been experiencing breast tenderness for the past two weeks. Recently, I have noticed an increase in discharge. My last period started on September 1st, but in Oct...


Dr. Dai Qihan Reply:
Hello YOYO: It is recommended to first visit a nearby gynecology clinic to confirm whether you are pregnant, and then proceed with further examinations or treatments. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about you.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation and Pregnancy Testing Options

Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? I would like to ask why my period has not come for over a month after receiving progesterone injections, and it has been more than a week without menstruation. What could be the reason? Also, can a blood test ch...


Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: The most likely reason for a missed period is anovulatory menstrual irregularity, but it is important to rule out pregnancy, elevated prolactin levels, or other organic diseases of the uterus and ovaries. You are welcome to visit us at the Department of Obstetrics and Gyne...

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Impact of Acute Urethritis Medications on Menstrual Cycle: A Case Study

Medications for acute urethritis and management considerations? Hello Dr. Zhong: I visited the clinic on March 27 due to acute urethritis, where I received an injection of TAITA NO1 250ML, MEIALLIN-C, KETOPROFEN INJECTION, and LINCOMYCIN INJECTION, along with a two-day supply of ...


Dr. Zhong Wenzhen Reply:
The medications you listed have no effect on delaying menstruation. Essentially, the reason for your delayed menstruation likely stems from a factor that occurred about a month ago (9+14+7 to 10 days = 30 to 33 days) that suppressed your ovulatory function, resulting in the late ...

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Am I Pregnant? Understanding Delayed Periods and Symptoms

Are you pregnant? Hello, doctor. Last month, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend towards the end of my menstrual period, during which the blood was brown in color. My boyfriend did not use a condom and practiced withdrawal. However, this month, my period has been delayed b...


Dr. Jian Hongmou Reply:
1. Insufficient sleep and excessive fatigue can lead to delayed menstruation. 2. It is recommended that you visit a gynecologist for your condition.

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Understanding Post-Abortion Recovery: Delayed Menstruation and Abnormal Discharge

Abortion Hello Dr. Lu, I underwent a medical abortion on September 23 (approximately 4 weeks pregnant), and during my follow-up appointment on October 23, the doctor said everything had returned to normal. That evening, I had sexual intercourse (with withdrawal method), and the...


Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
After the abortion, ovarian function has not yet returned, and menstruation may be delayed or irregular. Additionally, there is significantly more discharge than before, which raises the possibility of inflammation. Please consult a physician for an examination.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Taking Progesterone: What to Do?

What happens after taking menstrual induction medication (progesterone)? Question: The doctor prescribed six days of progesterone 5mg (three times a day), and it has been four days since I stopped taking it, but my period has not arrived. Is this normal? (My basal body temperatur...


Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. If there is no withdrawal bleeding one week after stopping the medication, please visit the obstetrics and gynecology department for a pregnancy test. 2. Please consult your physician about which tests to order. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gyneco...

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