Reducing the Risk of Autism in Future Children: What You Need to Know
Preventing the birth of a child with autism? If my girlfriend has two younger brothers, one with autism and the other with Asperger's syndrome, if we were to get married and have children in the future, would there be a significantly high chance of having a child with autism...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the etiology of autism (Autism Spectrum Disorder) is currently uncertain. Researchers tend to believe that there is a genetic predisposition leading to central nervous system abnormalities. Possible factors include: 1. Genetic Factors: In about 20% of autism patients, th...[Read More] Reducing the Risk of Autism in Future Children: What You Need to Know
Understanding Menstrual Cycles and Pregnancy: Common Misconceptions Explained
Menstrual cycle Isn't this contradictory? You said that menstruation does not occur during pregnancy, so why was there a possibility of pregnancy in the previous answer?
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
If menstruation is delayed by more than 10 days, is there a possibility of pregnancy? Answer: There is a possibility of pregnancy if conception occurred during the ovulation period. Will menstruation still come in that case? Answer: If conception has occurred, menstruation will n...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Cycles and Pregnancy: Common Misconceptions Explained
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy Concerns and Hormonal Imbalance
Menstrual delay The last menstrual period was from May 22 to May 28, and the last sexual intercourse occurred on June 22, during which a condom was used but there was a concern about air being trapped and the condom being put on incorrectly before being replaced with a new one. I...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The last menstrual period was from May 22 to May 28, and the last sexual intercourse was on June 22, during which a condom was used but there was a concern about air being trapped and the condom being put on incorrectly before being replaced. Is there a possibility of pregnancy? ...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy Concerns and Hormonal Imbalance
Will My Past Actions Affect My Baby's Health During Pregnancy?
Will this have an impact on the fetus? Hello Doctor: I just confirmed that I am four weeks pregnant, and I am concerned about some behaviors from the past that might affect the health of my baby. I would like to ask a few questions: 1. About two to three years ago, I frequently u...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, two to three years ago, I frequently used my laptop on my abdomen for extended periods. Electromagnetic waves do not remain. In January of this year, I had an X-ray due to kidney issues, which will not affect the fetus. In February, I received the German measles vaccine, a...[Read More] Will My Past Actions Affect My Baby's Health During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy or Upcoming Menstruation: Understanding Your Symptoms
Pregnant or about to get your period? Hello, doctor. I previously asked you a question regarding my situation. Last time, I mentioned that I felt like my period was about to come due to taking traditional Chinese medicine, and when I stopped taking it, that feeling also ceased. I...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Headaches and abdominal pain are not signs of pregnancy. 2. A normal ear temperature during pregnancy typically ranges from 36.9°C to 37.2°C. 3. The abdominal pain you are experiencing feels similar to menstrual cramps, with varying intensity. Based on a 38-day cycle, if y...[Read More] Pregnancy or Upcoming Menstruation: Understanding Your Symptoms
Am I Pregnant? Common Questions About Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy
Can I get pregnant? I would like to ask the doctor a few questions: 1. My menstrual period in April was from the 6th to the 12th, and in May it was from the 12th to the 19th. Is it normal that I haven't gotten my period this month? 2. After three months of foreplay (no penet...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. My period in April was from the 6th to the 12th, and in May from the 12th to the 19th. Is it normal that I haven't gotten my period this month? Answer: Monitor the situation further. 2. After three months of foreplay (no penetration or ejaculation), I used two pregnancy...[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Common Questions About Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy
Understanding Abdominal Issues During Pregnancy: Common Concerns
Abdominal issues? Hello, Doctor. I am #146557. Over the past couple of days, I have felt something hard in my lower left abdomen, and my belly seems to be moving on its own. Could this be a sign of pregnancy? The hard area does not hurt when pressed. Additionally, if someone is a...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
In the past couple of days, I've felt something hard in my lower left abdomen, and my belly seems to move on its own. Doctor, could this be pregnancy? Answer: This is not pregnancy. Additionally, if someone is already four to five months pregnant, can they still flatten thei...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Issues During Pregnancy: Common Concerns
Understanding Early Pregnancy Ultrasound: No Heartbeat at 6 Weeks 5 Days
At 6 weeks and 5 days of gestation, no heartbeat was detected? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my current pregnancy status. I am 6 weeks and 5 days pregnant. Today, I went for a follow-up ultrasound, but we couldn't detect the baby's heartbeat. The doctor menti...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I am currently 6 weeks and 5 days pregnant. Today, I went for a follow-up appointment for an ultrasound, but we couldn't detect the baby's heartbeat. The doctor mentioned that normally we should be able to see it at this stage and suggested that if we don't see it ...[Read More] Understanding Early Pregnancy Ultrasound: No Heartbeat at 6 Weeks 5 Days
Understanding Nipple Discharge: Is It Normal and What to Know?
Nipple discharge Hello, doctor. My last intimate encounter was on February 3rd (it was only friction through clothing, with no direct contact of the genitalia, but there was secretion of pre-ejaculate fluid). My menstrual periods were from January 22 to January 28, March 2 to Mar...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The last intimate encounter was on February 3rd (only through clothing with friction, no direct contact with the genitalia, but there was secretion of pre-ejaculatory fluid). The menstrual periods were from January 22 to January 28, March 2 to March 7, April 6 to April 12, and Ma...[Read More] Understanding Nipple Discharge: Is It Normal and What to Know?
Estimating Ovulation Date Based on Ultrasound Data During Pregnancy
Pregnant for almost 23 weeks: Questions about the due date and conception period? Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period started on December 17, 2018, and my cycle has been approximately 28-30 days over the past six months. I first visited the obstetrics and gynecology departmen...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The first day of my last menstrual period was December 17, 2018, with a cycle length of approximately 28-30 days over the past six months. My first visit to the obstetrician-gynecologist was on January 25, 2019, where a heartbeat was detected. The ultrasound report indicated a cr...[Read More] Estimating Ovulation Date Based on Ultrasound Data During Pregnancy
Do I Need to Disclose My Abortion History During Pregnancy Checkups?
Questions related to abortion history? Hello Doctor, I previously took RU486 for a medical abortion, and I have undergone two ultrasound examinations afterward. The doctors said that my endometrium looks normal and there are no issues. When I become pregnant in the future and go ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
After previously taking RU486 for a medical abortion, I have undergone two ultrasound examinations, and both doctors stated that the endometrium appears normal and there are no issues. When I become pregnant in the future and attend prenatal check-ups, do I need to inform the doc...[Read More] Do I Need to Disclose My Abortion History During Pregnancy Checkups?
Understanding Candida and Gardnerella Infections During Pregnancy
Candida and Gardnerella infections issues? Hello doctor, I recently had a semen analysis, and it showed the presence of Candida and Gardnerella. However, I have not been promiscuous... I tested negative for other STDs, but my wife is already pregnant. Will the fertilized egg and ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I recently had a semen analysis, which showed the presence of Candida and Gardnerella, but I have not been promiscuous. There are no other sexually transmitted infections, and my wife is already pregnant. Will the fertilized egg and developing fetus be at risk of infection that c...[Read More] Understanding Candida and Gardnerella Infections During Pregnancy
Understanding Low T4 Levels During Pregnancy: Impacts and Concerns
At 12 weeks of pregnancy, the T3 levels are normal, while the T4 levels are very low (0.4)? Hello doctor, before the IVF procedure, I had a thyroid function test, and the values were normal, but Anti-TPO was positive. I started taking half a tablet of Onthexin daily from the thir...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Before the IVF procedure, thyroid function tests were performed, and the results were normal; however, Anti-TPO was positive. Starting from the third day of menstruation, half a tablet of Antithyroid medication was taken daily until the 12th week of pregnancy, at which point the ...[Read More] Understanding Low T4 Levels During Pregnancy: Impacts and Concerns
Understanding Irregular Periods and Pregnancy Concerns: Key Questions Answered
Pregnancy issues I usually have my period for about 6 days. My cycle has become a bit irregular, alternating between 28-29 days one month and 40-42 days the next, and this has been going on for about six months. Recently, my cycles have become somewhat more regular, with the last...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
My menstrual period usually lasts about 6 days, but my cycle has become a bit irregular, alternating between 28-29 days one month and 40-42 days the next month for about six months. Recently, my cycle has become somewhat more regular, with my last few periods occurring on 2/1, 3/...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods and Pregnancy Concerns: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Testing, Delayed Periods, and Options
Pregnancy issues 1. Is it possible that I am pregnant since my period has not come this month? 2. Can I still be pregnant if all three pregnancy tests showed a single line? 3. If I were two months pregnant, would a pregnancy test still be negative? 4. What methods are available t...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Is it possible that the absence of menstruation this month indicates pregnancy? Answer: It is not possible to be pregnant. 2. Is there a possibility of pregnancy despite three pregnancy tests showing a single line? Answer: It is not possible. 3. If someone has been pregnan...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Testing, Delayed Periods, and Options
Understanding Genital Warts: Key Questions and Answers for Women
Cauliflower Questions Hello, Doctor. I have a few questions I would like to ask you: 1. I have two white lesions in my genital area. Two days ago, I went to the hospital, and the doctor said they are warts. However, I have only had one sexual partner, who is my current boyfrien...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the current treatment methods for genital warts include various options such as cryotherapy, electrosurgery, topical medications, and laser treatment. These methods are limited to removing visible warts and do not completely eradicate the virus, with a recurrence rate of a...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Key Questions and Answers for Women
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Testing, Symptoms, and Options
Pregnancy-related Hello, doctor. My menstrual period in January was from January 22 to January 28. On February 3, I had intimate contact with my boyfriend, where we were both wearing pants and underwear. There was no ejaculation, but there was some pre-ejaculate fluid, which got ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Can pregnancy only occur through sexual intercourse and contact between genital organs? Answer: Yes. 2. Based on the pregnancy test results from February 28, March 12, and this morning, can I be certain that I am not pregnant? Answer: Yes. 3. Is it possible to suddenly tes...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Testing, Symptoms, and Options
Can I Get Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Symptoms
Can I get pregnant? 1. The negative results on the pregnancy tests on February 28 and March 16, both showing a single line, can generally be considered reliable indicators that you are not pregnant, especially if they were taken correctly and at the appropriate time. 2. The blee...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Can the two negative pregnancy tests on February 28 and March 16 confirm that there is no pregnancy? Answer: Yes, it can confirm that there is no pregnancy. 2. Was the bleeding from March 2 to March 7 a menstrual period? (The previous period was from January 22 to January 28...[Read More] Can I Get Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Symptoms
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Common Questions Answered
Pregnancy issues Hello, doctor. On February 3rd, I had intimate contact, but there was no genital contact and no ejaculation. A small amount of pre-ejaculate got on my pants. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. If I used toilet paper to wipe off the pre-ejaculate fro...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On February 3rd, there was intimate contact, but there was no genital contact and no ejaculation. A small amount of prostate fluid got on the pants. Doctor, 1. If I use toilet paper to wipe off the prostate fluid from my pants and accidentally use the same piece of toilet paper t...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Common Questions Answered
Managing Mild Pulmonary Hypertension During Early Pregnancy: What to Know
Shortness of breath in early pregnancy, diagnosed with mild pulmonary hypertension through echocardiography? Hello Doctor: I am currently six weeks pregnant, and this is my first pregnancy. Not long before I became pregnant, I noticed that I was more easily short of breath while ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I am currently six weeks pregnant, and this is my first pregnancy. Not long before I became pregnant, I noticed that I was easily short of breath while talking, eating, and exercising. When using the treadmill for half an hour, my heart rate exceeded 160 beats per minute, and I f...[Read More] Managing Mild Pulmonary Hypertension During Early Pregnancy: What to Know