Understanding Fetal Hydronephrosis: Concerns and Delivery Options
Fetal hydronephrosis Doctor: Hello! I am currently 37 weeks pregnant. At around 34 weeks, the doctor informed me that the fetus has hydronephrosis... the right kidney is swollen, while the left kidney is normal. After three weeks, it is still in a state of swelling (the ultrasoun...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Dear Chagi, Hello. In principle, only the physician who is actually treating you can provide detailed answers to your series of questions. Please communicate with your obstetrician to address your concerns. Good doctor-patient communication will help you feel at ease, and it wil...[Read More] Understanding Fetal Hydronephrosis: Concerns and Delivery Options
Impact of Contaminated Milk Powder on Pregnant Women and Fetal Health
The impact of contaminated milk powder on pregnant women and fetuses? Hello Doctor: Recently, there have been frequent reports about toxic milk powder incidents, and I realized that I often consume related products or baked goods, which may unknowingly contain melamine. Therefore...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Currently, there is no relevant information available to answer your question.[Read More] Impact of Contaminated Milk Powder on Pregnant Women and Fetal Health
Understanding Sperm Separation Techniques for Gender Selection
Sperm separation technique Hello Doctor: My wife and I would like to undergo sperm separation techniques in hopes of having a baby boy. I have several questions: 1. What is the process of sperm separation? 2. If ovulation medication is taken, is there a higher chance of having tw...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello! 1. The probability of natural conception resulting in a male or female baby is approximately equal. Even with sperm separation, the likelihood of conceiving a male baby can only be slightly increased above 50%, but it is definitely not 100%. The process involves centrifuga...[Read More] Understanding Sperm Separation Techniques for Gender Selection
Managing Panic Disorder While Trying to Conceive: Safe Medication Options
Panic disorder and the desire to conceive? Hello Doctor: I am 39 years old and have never given birth. I have been suffering from panic disorder (a type of autonomic nervous system disorder) for 9 years and have been taking Xanax XR and Inderal. I have reduced my medication to th...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
All medications for autonomic nervous system disorders may carry risks, so it is best to consider pregnancy only after stopping the medication and achieving recovery. It is advisable to take a natural approach and not panic before pregnancy. It is recommended to avoid taking medi...[Read More] Managing Panic Disorder While Trying to Conceive: Safe Medication Options
Understanding Pregnancy After Receiving the Water Warts Vaccine
Issues Regarding Adult Vaccination for Japanese Encephalitis Hello, Doctor! I have a question. I received the varicella vaccine in early April. When can I conceive? Is it three months or six months? If I accidentally become pregnant after receiving the varicella vaccine, will it ...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
In principle, it is recommended to avoid pregnancy for three months after receiving the varicella vaccine. If a woman accidentally becomes pregnant after vaccination, will it affect the fetus? Recent literature provides reference: J Infect Dis. 2008 Mar 1;197 Suppl 2:S178-84. &qu...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy After Receiving the Water Warts Vaccine
Does Bone Density Scan Radiation Affect Fetal Development?
Will this level of radiation exposure affect the fetus? Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask you a question. I underwent a bone density test (lumbar spine and hip) during the third to fourth week of my pregnancy (currently in the seventh week) without knowing I was pregnant. I am...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
In principle, please consult the testing facility to understand whether the bone density test you are undergoing involves radiation. Request the facility to inform you about the radiation dosage of the test and whether this radiation level could potentially affect the fetus.[Read More] Does Bone Density Scan Radiation Affect Fetal Development?
Is X-Ray Safe During Early Pregnancy? Concerns and Expert Insights
X-ray during pregnancy? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period was on July 4th. However, on July 23rd, I visited a urologist due to a urinary tract infection and was prescribed an eight-day course of antibiotics. I took a pregnancy test that day, which was negative, and I also un...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Dear Chris: The radiation dose from an IVP is quite high. It is recommended to consult further at a high-risk pregnancy clinic or a maternal-fetal medicine department at a medical center such as National Taiwan University Hospital or Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. Wishing you safe...[Read More] Is X-Ray Safe During Early Pregnancy? Concerns and Expert Insights
Preparing for Pregnancy: Impact of Stomach Medications on Fertility
Preparing for pregnancy Hello Doctor: I have been actively preparing for pregnancy since August of this year, but I took the ulcer medication Pantazol for about 50 days starting from April 11. After stopping that medication, I took another ulcer medication, Omelon, for about 40 d...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Dear Leonard, Clinical experience with Pantazol in pregnant women is limited. According to the FDA classification in the United States, it is categorized as a Class B drug, which indicates minimal risk to the fetus. Its half-life is approximately one hour, and it can be eliminat...[Read More] Preparing for Pregnancy: Impact of Stomach Medications on Fertility
Understanding Uterine Didelphys: Challenges and Solutions for Pregnancy
Uterus didelphys with double vagina? Dear Dr. Chen, I have been married for about three years. In the first year, I became pregnant, but due to poor embryo quality (blighted ovum), I underwent a miscarriage. During the dilation and curettage (D&C), it was discovered that I h...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
I apologize! Congenital malformations of the female reproductive organs, such as uterus didelphys and double vagina, are conditions I do not have practical clinical experience with. I can only provide some knowledge based on what I have learned. In the case of congenital malforma...[Read More] Understanding Uterine Didelphys: Challenges and Solutions for Pregnancy
Understanding Fetal Movement: When to Expect It in Your Pregnancy
Fetal movement is typically felt around 18 weeks of gestation? Hello, Doctor: I am currently 18 weeks pregnant with my third child. I clearly remember feeling fetal movement at 15 weeks during my second pregnancy, but I have not felt any movement yet with this third pregnancy at ...
Dr. Yang Wangjun Reply:
Hello: Regarding your question, here are the responses: (1) According to textbooks, first-time mothers may feel fetal movement as early as 18 weeks, while those who have had previous pregnancies may notice it as early as 16 weeks. However, in clinical practice, most pregnant wome...[Read More] Understanding Fetal Movement: When to Expect It in Your Pregnancy
Can Pregnant Women Undergo Root Canal Treatment Safely?
Can a pregnant woman undergo root canal treatment? Hello, doctor: I am currently over five months pregnant and need to undergo root canal treatment. The dentist said to first administer anesthesia and perform a nerve extraction, and to take X-rays after I give birth. Will this ha...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Pulp chamber infection requires root canal treatment, which is an unavoidable procedure. Local anesthesia is used to prevent severe pain and will not affect the fetus. However, it is essential to inform your dentist that you are pregnant regarding the necessary medications after ...[Read More] Can Pregnant Women Undergo Root Canal Treatment Safely?
Concerns About Female Fetal Masculinization After Medication Use
Female infant masculinization Hello Doctor, I am about 5 weeks pregnant. On April 15th, I unknowingly took medication (NORETHINDONE ACET - oral, three times a day for 3 days, 2 tablets each time; TABSCANOL - oral, three times a day for 3 days, 1 tablet each time). However, I did...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Recent ultrasound examination estimates that the fetus is approximately 5 weeks old. On April 15 (about 3 weeks ago), norethindrone acetate (a progestin) was taken. Based on the gestational age, the medication was likely taken around the time of ovulation and fertilization. Altho...[Read More] Concerns About Female Fetal Masculinization After Medication Use
Is It Safe to Visit the Dentist During Early Pregnancy?
Is it safe to visit the dentist during early pregnancy? Doctor, I am one to two weeks pregnant. Can I go to the dentist? Will tooth extraction, anesthesia, or taking anti-inflammatory medication affect the fetus? Thank you.
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Dear Blue: I hope you have a thorough discussion with your dentist regarding your concerns about the risks associated with tooth extraction, anesthesia, and taking anti-inflammatory medications. These risks should be assessed and explained by the dentist performing your treatment...[Read More] Is It Safe to Visit the Dentist During Early Pregnancy?
How to Calculate Your Pregnancy Weeks Accurately
Calculation of Gestational Age Hello Dr. Li, I have confirmed that I am pregnant, but I have visited three clinics and they all provided different gestational weeks. My last menstrual period started on January 4th, and I had a normal flow, with cycles averaging around 25 days for...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
There are two ways to calculate gestational age: based on the menstrual cycle (starting from January 4) and through ultrasound measurements. These two methods will inherently show differences. For women with regular menstrual cycles, the discrepancy will be small, while for those...[Read More] How to Calculate Your Pregnancy Weeks Accurately
Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Risks, and When to Seek Help
Ectopic pregnancy Hello, Director Chuang: I would like to ask you about my visit to the obstetrics and gynecology department on March 4th, where the doctor confirmed that I am pregnant. However, I am very concerned about the possibility of an ectopic pregnancy because a friend of...
Dr. Zhuang Zhijian Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following suggestions: In general, during pregnancy, an ultrasound can be used to examine the embryo or fetus at a certain gestational age. Since you have not specified the gestational week, ...[Read More] Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Risks, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: What You Need to Know
Menstrual induction medication Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period was on January 27, and this time it came on February 29, but the flow is very light, almost just a little bit of spotting when I wipe after urinating. It's not even present every time I wipe. This situatio...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Please continue to take pregnancy tests and use menstrual induction medications before your formal menstruation arrives. The principle is that there are some differences between oral and injectable progesterone. The impact of these medications on the fetus should be explained by ...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: What You Need to Know
Impact of Mammography on Early Pregnancy: Risks and Concerns
Mammography and Pregnancy Hello doctor, my last menstrual period was on November 15th, and I had a mammogram on November 29th. I found out I was pregnant on December 15th, and I am very worried about whether this will affect the fetus and cause congenital abnormalities. Have ther...
Dr. Wu Zinan Reply:
Menstruation started on November 15, ovulation occurred on November 29, and implantation typically happens seven days after fertilization. Therefore, any X-ray exposure before this time should not have an impact, as there is no cell division occurring yet. Additionally, mammograp...[Read More] Impact of Mammography on Early Pregnancy: Risks and Concerns
How to Prevent a Third Miscarriage After Two Losses?
Having experienced two miscarriages, what steps can be taken to prevent a third one? I experienced my first pregnancy but did not detect a heartbeat, so I underwent a procedure to remove it. Three months later, I became pregnant again, and although there was a heartbeat initially...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan Reply:
1. Three or more consecutive miscarriages are classified as recurrent pregnancy loss. 2. The average incidence of spontaneous abortion is 15%. When the first pregnancy ends in a spontaneous abortion, regardless of the chromosomal pattern of the aborted fetus, the chance of expe...[Read More] How to Prevent a Third Miscarriage After Two Losses?
Understanding Down Syndrome Risk in Pregnancy: Key Questions Answered
Questions about babies with Down syndrome? Hello Doctor, I underwent a maternal serum screening for Down syndrome at 11 weeks and 3 days of pregnancy, and the test results are as follows: PAPP-A: 1.9 mIU/ml (0.63 MoM) and free Beta-HCG: 120 ng/ml (2.19 MoM). The risk of this fetu...
Dr. Zhuang Zhijian Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: Generally speaking, blood test results can serve as a reference. You may consult your physician and even consider an ultrasound to assist in the diagnosis. Lastly, I...[Read More] Understanding Down Syndrome Risk in Pregnancy: Key Questions Answered
Impact of Liver Medication on Pregnancy: What to Know for a Healthy Baby
Hespera I would like to ask: My husband has been taking Hepatoprotective medication for a year and has switched to another liver support medication for 6-7 months (he is still taking it now). I am currently five weeks pregnant. What is the impact on the fetus, and is it safe for ...
Dr. Zhuang Zhijian Reply:
Hello, thank you for your question. I would like to respond to your inquiry and provide the following advice: In reality, it will not have an impact. If it were to affect sperm quality, it generally would not lead to deterioration or affect embryo implantation. Wishing you peace ...[Read More] Impact of Liver Medication on Pregnancy: What to Know for a Healthy Baby