Understanding Abnormal Discharge: PMS or Infection Concerns?
Discharge and Menstruation Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing a lot of discharge lately, which is thick, creamy yellow, and has some light brown color. Could this be due to premenstrual syndrome since my period is approaching, or is it possible that there is some kind of infe...
Dr. Xu Junzheng Reply:
Due to your issues of delayed menstruation and excessive discharge, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist for further evaluation. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Abnormal Discharge: PMS or Infection Concerns?
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women
It has been over a month and my period still hasn't arrived? Hello, Doctor: Due to my late menstruation, I visited a gynecologist on October 11, where I underwent an ultrasound and urine test. The results indicated that I am not currently pregnant, but I am still very worrie...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. A negative pregnancy test indicates that your HCG hormone levels are low, meaning you are not pregnant or that fertilization has just occurred but HCG levels have not yet risen. If you are truly concerned about being pregnant and your period does not arrive, you may tak...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Concerns for Women
Post-Cesarean Pain and Delayed Menstruation: What to Know
Seven months after a cesarean section, the incision still hurts, and menstruation has not yet returned? Hello, I underwent a cesarean section at your hospital on January 21 of this year. The incision site still experiences pain, and although I am not breastfeeding, my menstruatio...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. There is no specific timeframe for postoperative pain resolution, as individual recovery varies. It is also possible for pain to develop into a chronic condition, so please consult a gynecologist for an examination. 2. It is unreasonable to have milk secretion when prol...[Read More] Post-Cesarean Pain and Delayed Menstruation: What to Know
Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Artificial Insemination: Possible Causes
Artificial insemination Hello Doctor: I would like to ask, my wife underwent artificial insemination on July 18 and took a pregnancy test on August 2, which showed that she was not pregnant. However, her menstrual cycle is usually about 24 to 25 days, and it has now been 29 days ...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
The absence of menstruation could be due to several reasons. It is possible that the ovulation trigger shot may have affected the menstrual cycle, or there could be a chance of a false negative on the pregnancy test. Both scenarios are possible. It is advisable to take another pr...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Artificial Insemination: Possible Causes
Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Ectopic pregnancy Hello, doctor: Due to my delayed menstruation and symptoms of nausea, I bought a pregnancy test and confirmed that I was pregnant. However, when I went to the hospital for my first prenatal check-up, the doctor informed me that I have an ectopic pregnancy. Could...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the embryo implants outside the uterine cavity, usually in the fallopian tube; 2. It is at the Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Missed Period: When to Seek Medical Help for Delayed Menstruation
MC question Hello Doctor: My menstrual cycle is two weeks late, and the pregnancy test results show that I am not pregnant. Is it necessary for me to go to the hospital to induce my period?
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Occasional menstrual delays can indeed be bothersome. It may be worth considering progesterone treatment to induce menstruation, after which you can discuss further with your physician.[Read More] Missed Period: When to Seek Medical Help for Delayed Menstruation
Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain After Intercourse: Causes and Concerns
Lower abdominal pain? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask why I experience lower abdominal pain after having intercourse with my boyfriend, similar to the discomfort I feel before my menstrual period. Could this be related to having a cyst? Also, can a cyst cause delayed menstruati...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Hello: 1. There are many reasons for pain after intercourse; it could simply be due to uterine sensitivity, chronic inflammation, or endometriosis. 2. If there is a delayed period, you can take a pregnancy test one week after the expected date. 3. A narrow vagina is likely not th...[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain After Intercourse: Causes and Concerns
Postpartum Concerns: Delayed Menstruation and Fertility Questions
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? I am already married and gave birth to a baby boy on January 31 of this year, and I am breastfeeding. However, during my postpartum check-up on March 11, the doctor mentioned that I had thickening of the endometrium, indicating that ...
Dr. Mao Yikun Reply:
1. During breastfeeding, the secretion of lactation hormones can lead to the absence of menstruation; however, the ovaries will resume ovulation after a period postpartum. If sexual intercourse occurs, there is still a chance of pregnancy. Therefore, postpartum, even in the absen...[Read More] Postpartum Concerns: Delayed Menstruation and Fertility Questions
Emergency: I'm Anxious About My Late Period and Possible Pregnancy
Emergency~ I'm about to break down.? I got my period on February 27, and it usually comes on time. I had unprotected intercourse on March 24, and my boyfriend ejaculated. Although it was during the safe period, I still felt anxious. I bought emergency contraception and took ...
Dr. Zhong Wenzhen Reply:
It's quite simple to resolve the issue; just visit an obstetrician-gynecologist. Check the pregnancy test results. If you are not pregnant, you can either wait, take medication, or receive an injection to induce your delayed menstruation. If you are pregnant and it's st...[Read More] Emergency: I'm Anxious About My Late Period and Possible Pregnancy
Understanding Delayed Menstruation and Permanent Birth Control Options
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate Doctor, my last menstrual period was on December 15, but it is now January 21 and I still haven't gotten my period. Previously, on November 29, I experienced abdominal pain and bleeding, which led to the rem...
Dr. Chen Nengjin Reply:
Hello, Xiao-Zhen. Thank you for your letter: If your menstrual cycle is a week late and you are certain you are not pregnant, you can wait another week to see if your period comes naturally. If you experience abdominal pain during this time, please go to the hospital for further ...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation and Permanent Birth Control Options
Delayed Menstruation: Understanding Causes and Next Steps in Gynecology
My period is nearly two months late..? Hello Doctor: This is my first menstrual cycle, and it has been almost two months without a period. I have visited a gynecologist twice. During the first visit, the doctor administered an ovulation injection. After a week, my period still di...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: I am not sure if you are married or if there is a possibility of pregnancy. If you are unmarried and cannot be pregnant, I suggest that you relax and wait for a week after taking the menstrual induction medication. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology,...[Read More] Delayed Menstruation: Understanding Causes and Next Steps in Gynecology
Can Vaginal Infections Delay Your Period? Understanding the Connection
Can a vaginal infection affect the delay of menstruation? Doctor, may I ask if a vaginal infection can affect my menstrual cycle? My periods have been regular for the past four months, arriving every 28 days, but this month I am already five days late. So far, I have been experie...
Dr. Zhao Chengxiang Reply:
Vaginal infection, delayed menstruation. Please come to the outpatient clinic for consultation.[Read More] Can Vaginal Infections Delay Your Period? Understanding the Connection
Understanding the Risks of Taking Menstrual Delay Pills and Pregnancy Concerns
Taking menstrual delay medication? Hello. I would like to ask a question. My normal menstrual cycle starts on the 26th or 28th. Because I planned a trip with my boyfriend, I took medication to delay my period from the 22nd to the 24th (the pharmacist advised me to take the medica...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: If your menstrual cycle is very regular, having sexual intercourse during these days of delayed menstruation should not result in pregnancy. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding the Risks of Taking Menstrual Delay Pills and Pregnancy Concerns
Self-Care Tips for Managing Ovarian Cysts: A Guide for Women
How to practice self-care for uterine hydrosalpinx? Hello Director Wang, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism a year ago and am currently undergoing medication treatment. Recently, I had an ultrasound due to a delayed menstrual period and discovered a 5 x 5.5 cm cyst in my uterus...
Dr. Wang Gongliang Reply:
Hello, Miss Hsiao-Chuan: Based on your age, the reason for your delayed menstruation is generally related to approaching menopause and is less likely associated with hyperthyroidism treatment or uterine tumors. Typically, if there are tumor-related changes in the uterus, symptoms...[Read More] Self-Care Tips for Managing Ovarian Cysts: A Guide for Women
Understanding Post-Abortion Complications and Menstrual Irregularities
Abortion Hello, Doctor: I have a question to ask you. I became pregnant for over two months at the end of February this year, but during a prenatal check-up, it was discovered that the fetus had stopped developing. I underwent a surgical abortion in early March. A few days after ...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
Based on your description, it seems to be caused by adhesions of the uterine lining. A temporary intrauterine device (IUD) can be placed to help keep the uterine lining from adhering again. Diane is a hormonal medication that contains progestin and estrogen, used for regulating m...[Read More] Understanding Post-Abortion Complications and Menstrual Irregularities
Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Irregular menstrual cycle Hello Dr. Lu, I would like to ask about my recent menstrual cycle. My last period started on December 23, and I had sexual intercourse with my husband on December 31, using the withdrawal method. By February 14, when my period still hadn't arrived...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Hello! Ultrasound and pregnancy tests can sometimes yield inaccurate results; it is possible to be pregnant for a short time and not have it detected yet. However, since your last menstrual period was on December 23, it has been quite a while, and it is more likely that you are e...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Delayed Periods and Possible Causes
Are you pregnant? My menstrual cycle is 35 days, and my period is now 13 days late, which has never happened in the past five years. Previously, it would only be delayed by 2 or 3 days at most! However, I took a pregnancy test two days before my expected period and again seven da...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Hello! The use of traditional Chinese medicine may alter the hormonal balance in the body, which can lead to delayed menstruation. Of course, stress and anxiety can also be contributing factors, and sometimes lack of sleep may play a role as well. There are many reasons for this,...[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Delayed Periods and Possible Causes
Understanding Abdominal Pain and Irregular Periods in Women
Abdominal pain Hello, Dr. Hsu: I am 31 years old, unmarried, and I often experience delayed menstruation (sometimes it comes every three months, sometimes every two months, or just over a month apart). Recently, I have been experiencing frequent abdominal pain, approximately arou...
Dr. Xu Junzheng Reply:
Generally, unmarried patients typically only require an abdominal ultrasound examination. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain and Irregular Periods in Women
Understanding Cervical Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Cervicitis Hello Dr. Peng, I have a few questions I would like to ask. Let me briefly describe my situation. I am currently unmarried and tend to only see a doctor when the pain becomes unbearable. My menstrual cycle is irregular, lasting about 2-3 days with dysmenorrhea, and I ...
Dr. Peng Yiguo Reply:
1. If a surgical abortion is performed properly and there are no signs of uterine inflammation post-operation, it generally should not affect future pregnancies. However, if the procedure is incomplete or if there is a secondary infection leading to endometritis or inflammation o...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Elevated Prolactin Levels and Their Impact on Fertility
Prolactin In late February, I went to a health check-up center for a pre-marital health examination. At that time, the results showed that my prolactin level was slightly elevated (44.1). I am unsure if the delay in my menstrual period that month and being busy with wedding prepa...
Dr. Peng Yiguo Reply:
A prolactin level of 44.1 is somewhat elevated, which can cause delayed menstruation. However, treatment is not necessarily required unless there are significant menstrual irregularities or if there is nipple discharge. Additionally, medications for peptic ulcers or psychiatric c...[Read More] Understanding Elevated Prolactin Levels and Their Impact on Fertility