Understanding Occasional Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns
Occasional brown discharge? Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period started on September 12, and my menstrual cycle varies between 28 to 35 days. About 10 days ago, I occasionally noticed a small amount of brown discharge, about the size of a coin, when wiping after using the res...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be related to ovulation; just monitor the situation for now. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Occasional Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns
Can I Take an Extra Dose of Menstrual Delay Medication?
Can I take an extra one to enhance the effect? Hello, doctor. I expect my period to start on October 8 (it usually gets delayed by 1-2 days). I started taking the menstrual delay medication (Mefenamic Acid) on October 6, but I am feeling some menstrual symptoms in my abdomen on t...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, you can take the medication as originally recommended. Taking more than the advised dosage may lead to side effects. Thank you! Wishing you safety and good health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Can I Take an Extra Dose of Menstrual Delay Medication?
Prolonged Menstrual Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice
Menstruation lasting 10 days with ongoing bleeding? Hello, doctor: I am 42 years old. I do not have a sexual partner and have never engaged in sexual intercourse. My menstrual cycle has been irregular; for example, I might start on the 10th one month and then be 7 days late or ea...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Ms. Chen: Hello, it is recommended that you take the time to visit the obstetrics and gynecology clinic for an examination. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Prolonged Menstrual Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Your Questions Answered
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello Doctor, I stopped taking my medication on September 5th, and my period started on September 8th. I was supposed to start taking the medication again on September 12th, but due to a confirmed diagnosis, I took a lot of medication and paused for a...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please refrain from taking the medication for now. Start taking it on the fifth day of your menstrual cycle. Let's observe for the time being. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns in Women's Health
Brown discharge Menstruation has been absent for a long time (previous cycles were also very light), but there is a continuous presence of brownish discharge. There is no abdominal pain or itching. What could be the cause of this? Could it be due to high stress levels or irregula...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you haven't had your period for over three months, it's advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns in Women's Health
Understanding Brown Discharge Before Menstruation: Is It Normal?
Brown discharge before menstruation? Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period started on September 11th, and I usually have a regular cycle, although it occasionally gets delayed by 7 to 10 days (but this is not common). However, I do experience severe menstrual cramps. Since last ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the presence of brown vaginal discharge is usually due to a small amount of bleeding. There are many factors that can influence intermenstrual bleeding, such as age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception...[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge Before Menstruation: Is It Normal?
Persistent Bleeding After Medication Abortion: When to Seek Help?
Since the early August medication abortion, I have been experiencing bleeding that has continued until now, September 28? In early August, I discovered I was pregnant and underwent a medical abortion at around six weeks, taking two doses of medication. I followed up with the doct...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors contributing to vaginal bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, post-coital contraceptives, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation...[Read More] Persistent Bleeding After Medication Abortion: When to Seek Help?
Understanding Postpartum Menstrual Changes: When to Seek Gynecological Care
Menstrual issues Hello Doctor: My menstrual cycles were normal before pregnancy, lasting 7 days with normal blood flow. However, after giving birth to my second child on June 15, 2021, I had my first postpartum period from May 4 to May 10, 2022. Shortly after, I experienced ovula...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it's common for menstrual cycles to be irregular after giving birth; it's best to monitor the situation for now. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Postpartum Menstrual Changes: When to Seek Gynecological Care
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Safe Practices
To determine if one is pregnant, a pregnancy test can be taken, which detects the presence of human chorionic Hello, doctor. 1. I had intercourse with my girlfriend two weeks ago while using a condom, but I was overly worried and took the emergency contraceptive pill, Ella (Uli...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have responded to your question. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Safe Practices
Postpartum Vaginal Pain During Intercourse: Causes and Timing for Resuming Intimacy
Postpartum vaginal pain during intercourse? 1. What could be the reason for experiencing pain at the vaginal opening during a gynecological examination when the speculum is inserted? 2. How long after a cesarean section is it safe to resume sexual intercourse? A gynecological n...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is better to wait 6-7 weeks postpartum before resuming sexual intercourse. If you experience pain during intercourse, it is advisable to observe the situation for a while. If there is no improvement, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Postpartum Vaginal Pain During Intercourse: Causes and Timing for Resuming Intimacy
Persistent Yellow Vaginal Discharge: Causes and Solutions Explained
Yellow discharge Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing yellow vaginal discharge for almost three months. I have consulted several different obstetricians and have taken many antibiotics and suppositories, but none have been effective. Three months ago, I noticed blood in my uri...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
1. Vaginitis is primarily treated with vaginal suppositories, and maintaining local dryness is very important. Additionally, consuming probiotics and cranberries can help improve the vaginal flora. 2. A fibroid of that size is generally unrelated to the aforementioned symptoms an...[Read More] Persistent Yellow Vaginal Discharge: Causes and Solutions Explained
Understanding Menstrual Changes: Is It Hormonal Imbalance or Something Else?
Menstrual issues I am a 17-year-old girl who has not had any sexual intercourse since birth. This time, my menstrual period is completely different from before; it started 7 days early with brown discharge and has lasted for 10 days, and it's all brown, just a little bit eac...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors affecting the menstrual cycle or abnormal bleeding can be numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical lesions, infecti...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Changes: Is It Hormonal Imbalance or Something Else?
Understanding Pregnancy Bleeding: Is It Implantation or Just Spotting?
Can you get pregnant if you have bleeding during pregnancy? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend's last menstrual period was from September 7 to September 12. Since she took menstrual regulation medication last month, her cycle should be quite regular. We had sexual intercourse on S...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of contraception using condoms throughout the entire intercourse is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. Additionally, pregnancy cannot be determined based on subjective symptoms. It is recommended that if your period is more than a w...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Bleeding: Is It Implantation or Just Spotting?
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Safe Practices
To determine if one is pregnant, a pregnancy test can be conducted. This test typically measures the presence of human Hello, doctor. 1. I had intercourse with my girlfriend two weeks ago using a condom, but I was overly worried and took the emergency contraceptive pill, Ella (...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have your period, it is unlikely that you are pregnant. The ovulation on September 22 could be a factor. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Safe Practices
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns and Symptoms After Unprotected Sex
To determine if one is pregnant, a pregnancy test can be conducted. This test typically measures the presence of human Hello Doctor, 1. I had intercourse with my girlfriend two weeks ago while using a condom, but I was overly worried and took the emergency contraceptive pill, E...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is unlikely to be pregnant if you have your period. The date of September 22 could be related to ovulation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns and Symptoms After Unprotected Sex
Concerns About Pregnancy: Understanding Symptoms and Birth Control
To determine if you are pregnant, you can take a home pregnancy test or consult a healthcare professional for a blood Hello, doctor. 1. I had intercourse with my girlfriend two weeks ago using a condom, but I was overly worried and took the emergency contraceptive pill, Ella (U...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have your period, it is unlikely that you are pregnant. The possibility of ovulation could be related to September 22. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Concerns About Pregnancy: Understanding Symptoms and Birth Control
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Birth Control Insights
To determine if one is pregnant, a pregnancy test can be conducted. This test typically detects the presence of human Hello Doctor, 1. I had intercourse with my girlfriend two weeks ago while using a condom, but I was overly concerned and took the emergency contraceptive pill, ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have your period, it is unlikely that you are pregnant. The date of September 22 could be related to ovulation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Birth Control Insights
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Birth Control Insights
To determine if one is pregnant, a pregnancy test can be conducted. This test typically measures the presence of human Hello Doctor, 1. I had intercourse with my girlfriend two weeks ago while using a condom, but I was overly worried and took the emergency contraceptive pill, E...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have your period, it is unlikely that you are pregnant. The ovulation on September 22 could be a factor. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Birth Control Insights
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Birth Control Insights
To determine if one is pregnant, a pregnancy test can be conducted. This test typically measures the presence of human Hello, doctor. 1. I had intercourse with my girlfriend two weeks ago using a condom, but I was overly worried and took the emergency contraceptive pill, Ella (...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is likely that you are not pregnant. The ovulation on September 22 may be the reason for your symptoms; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Symptoms and Birth Control Insights
Post-Cesarean Wound Concerns: Signs of Infection and When to Seek Help
Post-operative abdominal wound After a cesarean section on September 2, I was hospitalized for two weeks due to recurrent fever. On the day of discharge, I noticed an abnormal discharge from the incision site, which led to an emergency readmission. My inflammatory index was 17 up...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please return to the original hospital to determine if there are any issues. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Cesarean Wound Concerns: Signs of Infection and When to Seek Help