Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
Discharge and missed menstruation? Q1: My last menstrual period was from December 3 to December 9, and the one before that was from October 28 to November 3. Doctor, is my menstrual cycle normal? I haven't had my period this month yet. Q2: I started taking menstrual induct...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
At this age, menstruation is considered normal. After taking the menstrual induction medication, it should arrive within a week. Just monitor the situation; there's no need to rush. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
Understanding Irregular Periods and Discharge: Common Concerns
Discharge and missed menstruation? Q1: My last menstrual period was from December 3 to December 9, and the one before that was from October 28 to November 3. Is my menstrual cycle normal? I haven't gotten my period this month yet. Q2: I started taking menstrual induction m...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have responded to your questions. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods and Discharge: Common Concerns
Understanding Brown Discharge and Delayed Period: Pregnancy Concerns
Brown discharge during ovulation, unprotected sexual activity during the safe period? Hello doctor, my last menstrual period was from December 3 to December 10 (it was completely finished). Then around December 19, I experienced brown discharge, which lasted for about 7 days and ...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to practice safe sex to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections, as well as to prevent unintended pregnancies. Please monitor your menstrual cycle, and if there is a delay, you can take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for confirma...[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge and Delayed Period: Pregnancy Concerns
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Testing Concerns
Menstrual irregularities and pregnancy testing issues? Hello, Doctor! I have always had a very regular menstrual cycle (almost within ±1 day as recorded in my app), but as of today, January 9, I am 4 days late. I have tried various folk remedies such as drinking sesame oil, acupr...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello! It is recommended to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections, as well as to prevent unintended pregnancies. If there is a delay in your menstrual cycle, you can take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for confirmation. Thank...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Testing Concerns
Understanding Blood-Stained Discharge: Causes and Concerns
Blood-stained discharge Hello Doctor: I have no sexual experience and my menstrual cycle is irregular (approximately every 30 to 40 days). My last menstrual period was from December 2 to December 8. In the past two weeks, after using a toy (only stimulating the external genitalia...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is possible that you are experiencing inflammation of the pelvic cavity or urinary tract. I recommend that you consult a gynecologist for a thorough evaluation. Depending on your condition, they may decide to arrange relevant tests such as ult...[Read More] Understanding Blood-Stained Discharge: Causes and Concerns
Delayed Period and Brown Discharge: When to See a Doctor?
Delayed menstruation with brown discharge? Your usual menstrual cycle is 28 days, but this time it was delayed by 24 days. After it started, the menstrual blood was brown and the flow was very light. Should I see a doctor?
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, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cerv...[Read More] Delayed Period and Brown Discharge: When to See a Doctor?
Is This Implantation Bleeding? Understanding Early Pregnancy Signs
Is this situation implantation bleeding? Based on the information provided, you had intercourse on December 25, experienced a small amount of brownish discharge between December 30 and January 1, and noticed some blood discharge again between January 6 and January 9, with the ear...
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, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cerv...[Read More] Is This Implantation Bleeding? Understanding Early Pregnancy Signs
Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Discharge: Causes and Care Tips
Secretions dry up? I have recently noticed yellow discharge on my underwear that dries and feels powdery, which seems normal. What could this be? Additionally, at other times, the discharge is yellow-green, resembling mucus, and sometimes like dried nasal mucus. What could this i...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the amount of vaginal discharge can vary based on individual physiology, and its quantity and characteristics can change throughout the menstrual cycle. For instance, after menstruation, the discharge is typically less and gradually increases. During ovulation, the dischar...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Discharge: Causes and Care Tips
Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Pregnancy Chances: Your Questions Answered
Ovulation bleeding Hello Doctor, my usual menstrual cycle is 32 to 37 days. 1) My last period was from December 3 to December 10, but I started experiencing brown discharge on December 19, which was heavy enough to saturate a panty liner and lasted for about seven days. Could thi...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the bleeding on December 19 could possibly be ovulatory bleeding, and it is unlikely that you are pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Pregnancy Chances: Your Questions Answered
Emergency Contraceptive Pills: What to Expect After Taking Them
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello doctor, my last menstrual period was from December 2 to December 7, with a cycle of about 38 days. I had protected sexual intercourse on December 30, January 4, and January 7. On January 7, my boyfriend's condom was inside out and it broke....
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wait another week, and if your period still hasn't arrived, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Emergency Contraceptive Pills: What to Expect After Taking Them
Could Delayed Period and Symptoms Indicate Pregnancy?
Is this considered a menstrual period? Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period started on the 4th of last month. I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend from December 16 to December 18 and again from December 30 to January 1. However, my period is now four days late, and the di...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the early stages of pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a determination. There are many causes for bleeding outside of menstruation (such as lesions in the reproductive organs, pregnancy, hormonal imbalances, etc.). I...[Read More] Could Delayed Period and Symptoms Indicate Pregnancy?
Understanding Emergency Contraception: What to Expect After Taking It
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello doctor, my last menstrual period was from December 2 to December 7, with a cycle of about 38 days. I had protected sexual intercourse on December 30, January 4, and January 7. On January 7, my boyfriend's condom was inside out and it broke....
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception: What to Expect After Taking It
Understanding Vaginal Discharge Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Secretory infection 1. Experiencing pain during urination and intercourse can be caused by several factors, including urinary tract infections (UTIs), pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), or sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhea. The presence of yellow-green disc...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems to be inflammation. I recommend seeing a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Discharge Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Do Ovarian Cyst Surgeries Always Require Endoscopic Bags?
Is the use of an endoscopic bag mandatory for the removal of an ovarian cyst? Recently, I was hospitalized for the removal of a left ovarian chocolate cyst due to endometriosis. During the pre-operative examination, the doctor only mentioned that there was a tumor larger than thr...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact, and the likelihood of cancer should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do Ovarian Cyst Surgeries Always Require Endoscopic Bags?
Concerns About Residual Fluid in Condom After Intercourse: What You Need to Know
After removing the condom, there is fluid at the base? Hello doctor, yesterday I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend. We started with her on top and then switched to me on top (we used a condom throughout). After I finished thrusting and was pulling out while ejaculating, I...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant; it is likely just latex discharge. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Concerns About Residual Fluid in Condom After Intercourse: What You Need to Know
Post-Surgery Bleeding After Ectopic Pregnancy: What to Expect
Postoperative bleeding after ectopic pregnancy surgery? Hello doctor, I had laparoscopic surgery for an ectopic pregnancy on Thursday, during which my right fallopian tube was removed. I was hospitalized for two days and was discharged on Saturday. I noticed a decrease in bleedin...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it's considered normal; just monitor it. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Surgery Bleeding After Ectopic Pregnancy: What to Expect
Post-Era Bleeding After Lifting Weights: When to Seek Medical Advice
Bleeding after lifting heavy objects following an ERA (Endometrial Resection and Ablation) procedure? Hello Doctor: I underwent an Era endometrial receptivity test on December 29. My menstrual period started on January 2, and by January 5, I felt that my period had ended and my a...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to return to your original clinic for a check-up. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Era Bleeding After Lifting Weights: When to Seek Medical Advice
Does Cervical Erosion Treatment Affect Future Fertility?
Will cervical erosion treatment with electrocautery lead to infertility? Hello, doctor. During my previous Pap smear, I was informed that I have cervical erosion. I have visited two or three different clinics, and the doctors all said, "How could someone so young have this?&...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it may be related to your constitution, but generally, it does not affect fertility preparation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Does Cervical Erosion Treatment Affect Future Fertility?
Understanding Vaginal Itching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Genital itching The white discharge from the intimate area varies in amount, has no unusual odor or color, and causes slight itching without any stinging sensation. I would like to know if there is any issue with this.
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your symptom description, it is recommended to maintain a light diet, have a regular daily routine, and keep the perineal area clean and dry. Avoid wearing tight clothing. You may soak in a bath to alleviate symptoms. If symptoms persist, please consult a physicia...[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Itching: Causes and When to Seek Help
First Time Using IUD: No Period, Only Brown Discharge - What to Do?
This is the first time using an intrauterine device (IUD), and I haven't gotten my period; I only have brown discharge? Hello, I inserted the contraceptive ring for the first time on December 13, and during that time, I had unprotected intercourse with withdrawal. After remo...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, I recommend that if your period has not arrived by January 10th, you should check for pregnancy. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] First Time Using IUD: No Period, Only Brown Discharge - What to Do?