Is It Safe to Take Nasal Relief Tablets During Pregnancy?
Nasal decongestant tablets for pregnant women? Hello, I am currently 24 weeks pregnant and have a cold. During my prenatal check-up yesterday, the doctor prescribed some medication, including a nasal decongestant. Since nasal congestion is my most prominent symptom, I decided to ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I am currently 24 weeks pregnant and have a cold. During my prenatal check-up yesterday, the doctor prescribed medication, including a nasal decongestant. Since my nasal congestion is the most prominent symptom, I have only taken that medication (thinking it would be better not t...[Read More] Is It Safe to Take Nasal Relief Tablets During Pregnancy?
Is It Safe to Use Glucosamine Cream During Pregnancy?
Is it safe to use glucosamine cream topically during pregnancy? I have an old knee injury that causes occasional pain, and I would like to apply glucosamine cream on my knee for relief. Is it okay to use it after three months of pregnancy if I experience pain? I'm concerned ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, generally it does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Is It Safe to Use Glucosamine Cream During Pregnancy?
Medication Safety During Pregnancy: What Expecting Fathers Should Know
Medications during pregnancy Hello Doctor, I recently made a plan with my wife to conceive, and we successfully became pregnant at the end of November. The doctor checked that fertilization occurred about three weeks ago (around 11/10), but I have some questions: 1. During the ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is unlikely that sperm will affect the fetus. However, it is still recommended that you attend regular prenatal check-ups and discuss any concerns with your obstetrician. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Medication Safety During Pregnancy: What Expecting Fathers Should Know
Is It Safe to Eat Raw Scallions During Pregnancy?
Is it safe to eat raw scallions during pregnancy? Hello Dr. Huang: I am currently 22 weeks pregnant and often add raw scallions to hot soups, noodle soups, and side dishes. Does this count as eating raw vegetables?
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
At 22 weeks of pregnancy, adding raw scallions to hot soup, noodle soup, or side dishes is acceptable.[Read More] Is It Safe to Eat Raw Scallions During Pregnancy?
Does Long-Distance Flying Affect Conception During Pregnancy?
Does long-term flying during pregnancy have any effects? Hello Dr. Huang! We just got married almost a year ago and are trying to conceive! My wife gets her period at the beginning of the month, and her fertile window is around the middle of the month. (1) However, we have planne...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
(1) However, we planned to go to Australia at the end of the month (about an 8 to 10-hour flight)... I'm not sure if this will affect "conception" or implantation?? [I'm not very familiar with what this period is called, so I'm a bit worried.] Answer: It ...[Read More] Does Long-Distance Flying Affect Conception During Pregnancy?
Managing Early Pregnancy Symptoms: Hydration, Diet, and Nausea Concerns
Early pregnancy Hello Doctor, 1. I am currently seven weeks pregnant and experiencing severe nausea, which has significantly reduced my water intake. I would like to know if it is necessary to drink enough plain water, or if I can substitute it with juice, soup, fruits, and oth...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. I am currently seven weeks pregnant, and the nausea is quite severe, which has significantly reduced my water intake. I would like to know if it is necessary to drink enough plain water, or if I can substitute it with juice, soup, fruits, and other hydrating foods. Answer: You...[Read More] Managing Early Pregnancy Symptoms: Hydration, Diet, and Nausea Concerns
Understanding Post-Miscarriage Abdominal Pain and Recovery
Intermittent dull pain in the lower abdomen after miscarriage? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period was on September 18. I took a home pregnancy test on October 22, which showed a faint pink line. On October 28, I experienced light pink spotting in the afternoon, and around 3:3...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The last menstrual period was on September 18. On October 22, a home pregnancy test showed a faint pink line. On October 28, there was a small amount of pink spotting in the afternoon, and around 3:30 AM on October 29, I woke up to find deep red bleeding. By around 5 AM, I began ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Miscarriage Abdominal Pain and Recovery
Concerns About Undercooked Pork During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Eating undercooked pork? Hello, doctor. I am currently 35 weeks pregnant. A few days ago, I accidentally ate a bite of undercooked pork that had some blood in it, but I noticed it right away and vomited it out, and I rinsed my mouth immediately. Will this cause a risk of contract...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Currently 35 weeks pregnant, I accidentally ate a bite of undercooked pork a few days ago, which had some blood in it, but I immediately saw it, vomited it out, and rinsed my mouth right away. Will this cause a toxoplasmosis infection? Do I need to get tested? Answer: Since you v...[Read More] Concerns About Undercooked Pork During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Understanding Skin Peeling on Breasts During Pregnancy
Peeling skin on the breast? Hello, doctor. I am currently pregnant. Occasionally, my left breast feels itchy, and after a few days, the nipple appears to be peeling. When I gently pull at it, it comes off. Could this be due to my scratching when it itches?
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I am currently pregnant and occasionally experience itching in my left breast. After a few days, the nipple appears to be in a peeling state, and it comes off easily when I gently pull it. Could this be related to the itching and my scratching? Answer: It is advisable to consult ...[Read More] Understanding Skin Peeling on Breasts During Pregnancy
Managing and Caring for Skin Tags During Pregnancy: A Guide for Expecting Mothers
If you are pregnant and have developed a sebaceous cyst in the genital area, it is important to take proper care and management steps. Here are some recommendations: 1. **Consult a Healthcare Provider**: Always seek advice from your obstetrician or a healthcare professional befo...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I apologize for not being able to provide a diagnosis based on your description. Under normal circumstances, a cyst should not change significantly in size; it may be inflamed. If you are still experiencing discomfort, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good he...[Read More] Managing and Caring for Skin Tags During Pregnancy: A Guide for Expecting Mothers
Key Tests to Consider for Excess Amniotic Fluid During Pregnancy
When dealing with polyhydramnios, it is important to monitor the following aspects: 1. Fetal growth and development 2. Maternal health, including blood sugar levels to rule out gestational diabetes 3. F Hello, doctor. Is the likelihood of polyhydramnios being caused by fetal con...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, both the high-level ultrasound and amniocentesis results are normal. The fetal stomach is also normal during the prenatal check-up, so there should be no major issues. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Key Tests to Consider for Excess Amniotic Fluid During Pregnancy
Impact of Early Ovulation and Kitchen Work on Pregnancy Health
About Pregnancy Hello, Doctor. 1. My menstrual cycle has typically been 30 days, but this time I tested positive for pregnancy after ovulating approximately 5 days earlier, resulting in a 25-day cycle. In my previous experiences, my cycle has only been delayed, never early. I w...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. In the past, the menstrual cycle was always 30 days, but this cycle showed a pregnancy test result while ovulation occurred approximately 5 days earlier, resulting in a 25-day cycle. Previously, experiences only indicated a delay in ovulation, never an early occurrence. This t...[Read More] Impact of Early Ovulation and Kitchen Work on Pregnancy Health
Understanding Anemia in Pregnancy: Why Iron Supplements May Fail
Anemia during pregnancy, where hemoglobin levels do not increase despite taking iron supplements? When I first became pregnant, my hemoglobin level was 11.6. Around 30 weeks, a blood test showed that my hemoglobin had dropped to 8.8. The doctor prescribed iron supplements (Iron C...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
At the beginning of the pregnancy, the hemoglobin level was 11.6, but around 30 weeks, a blood test showed that the hemoglobin had dropped to 8.8. The doctor prescribed iron supplements (Iron Chewable Tablets) at a dosage of 100 mg daily. At 33 weeks, the hemoglobin remained at 8...[Read More] Understanding Anemia in Pregnancy: Why Iron Supplements May Fail
Late Pregnancy Concerns: Toxoplasmosis Testing and Risks Explained
Late pregnancy Hello, doctor. I am currently 33 weeks pregnant. I previously tested negative for Toxoplasma gondii. I usually avoid eating raw food, but occasionally I handle raw meat and vegetables, and I eat out frequently. I have two turtles at home, but I don't take care...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
At 33 weeks pregnant, I previously tested negative for Toxoplasma. I usually avoid eating raw food, but occasionally handle raw meat and vegetables, and I eat out frequently. I have two turtles at home, but I don't take care of them, and I don't have cats or dogs! Later...[Read More] Late Pregnancy Concerns: Toxoplasmosis Testing and Risks Explained
Safe Kitchen Practices During Pregnancy: Avoiding Toxoplasmosis Risks
Pregnancy hygiene issues Hello, I am currently pregnant. I would like to ask if handling raw meat, raw vegetables, and washing dishes in the same sink at home, even though the water is running, could lead to contamination of dishes with Toxoplasma? Is Toxoplasma easy to wash off?...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Is it possible for the water flowing in the same sink used for handling raw meat, raw vegetables, and washing dishes to cause contamination of the dishes with Toxoplasma? Ans: Since the water is flowing, it will not contaminate the dishes. 2. Is Toxoplasma easy to wash away?...[Read More] Safe Kitchen Practices During Pregnancy: Avoiding Toxoplasmosis Risks
Can Cooking Kill Toxoplasma in Food and Water During Pregnancy?
Pregnant women are concerned about Toxoplasma gondii from eating out? Hello, I am currently pregnant and would like to ask the doctor: if water is contaminated with Toxoplasma gondii, will boiling it completely kill the parasite so that it can be safely consumed? If vegetables ar...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
If water is contaminated with Giardia, boiling it will completely kill the Giardia cysts, making it safe to drink. Similarly, if vegetables are contaminated with Giardia, cooking them thoroughly will also completely kill the Giardia cysts.[Read More] Can Cooking Kill Toxoplasma in Food and Water During Pregnancy?
Managing Gastroesophageal Reflux During Pregnancy: Tips and Alternatives
Gastroesophageal reflux during pregnancy Hello Dr. Huang: I am currently 13 weeks pregnant. My morning sickness symptoms disappeared around the 10th week, but they reappeared around the 12th week and have become more severe than before. After researching my symptoms online, it se...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I am currently 13 weeks pregnant. My morning sickness symptoms disappeared around the 10th week, but they reappeared around the 12th week and have become more severe than before. I researched my symptoms online and it seems to be gastroesophageal reflux. I really don't want ...[Read More] Managing Gastroesophageal Reflux During Pregnancy: Tips and Alternatives
Concerns About Nail Fungus Medication and Pregnancy: What to Do?
I took antifungal medication for nail fungus and also consumed traditional Chinese medicine to adjust my body? Hello, doctor. I have been struggling with onychomycosis and irregular menstruation. I bought Anqi to treat the onychomycosis and also visited a traditional Chinese medi...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the safety of medication use during pregnancy is classified into five categories. It is recommended that you consult with the prescribing physician and your obstetrician for advice and evaluation. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health, Dr. Chang.[Read More] Concerns About Nail Fungus Medication and Pregnancy: What to Do?
Food Safety Concerns During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Food Safety Issues During Pregnancy 1. If you consumed a significant amount of raw shrimp and sashimi during the early stages of pregnancy and did not experience any gastrointestinal discomfort, there is generally no immediate cause for concern regarding parasites or other issues...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Is there a need to worry about parasites or other issues affecting the fetus after consuming a relatively large amount of raw shrimp and sashimi in a restaurant during early pregnancy, especially since there were no gastrointestinal discomforts afterward? Answer: No need to wo...[Read More] Food Safety Concerns During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Managing Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy: Tips and Treatment Options
Hemorrhoids distress? Hello, Doctor. I am currently five weeks pregnant and have a problem with swollen external hemorrhoids. Although it is not painful, I feel a foreign body sensation and swelling, and I am concerned it may worsen later on. I would like to ask: 1. Does warm wat...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Internal Hemorrhoids: Internal hemorrhoids are commonly defined as hemorrhoids located inside the rectum. They are classified into four stages, with symptoms as follows: Stage I: Symptoms include rectal bleeding, hard stools, difficulty in bowel movements, constipation, a feel...[Read More] Managing Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy: Tips and Treatment Options