Understanding Emergency Contraceptives: Common Questions and Concerns
I would like to inquire about emergency contraceptive pills? Hello, Doctor: I have a few questions I would like to ask you. 1. To my understanding, taking oral contraceptives suppresses ovulation, so there shouldn't be an ovulation phase during the medication period, and wit...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the contraceptive pill you mentioned is a combined oral contraceptive (COC) that contains hormones to prevent ovulation. These hormones also cause changes in the body, such as thickening of the cervical mucus, which makes it difficult for sperm to enter the uterus, and thi...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptives: Common Questions and Concerns
Understanding the Effects of Menstrual Regulation Medications for PCOS
I would like to know the effects of menstrual regulation medications? I have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) without obvious symptoms such as obesity or hirsutism. Previously, I often experienced missed periods for 2 to 3 months. After visiting a clinic and undergoing an ultraso...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the medication you are currently taking is exogenous hormones. It is recommended to consider taking ovulation pills; you can discuss this with your physician. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Effects of Menstrual Regulation Medications for PCOS
When to Stop Taking Birth Control Pills: Long-Term Use and Menopause
When should oral contraceptives be discontinued? Hello, doctor. I have been taking oral contraceptives for over ten years due to skin issues and have no desire for fertility. I have stopped taking them in the past, but my skin problems reappeared, and I even experienced severe di...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello, Ms. Echo: Oral contraceptives contain female hormones, so even if a woman reaches menopause, if she continues to take the contraceptive pill, she may still experience menstruation during the pill-free interval. Generally, women who have been taking oral contraceptives and ...[Read More] When to Stop Taking Birth Control Pills: Long-Term Use and Menopause
Concerns About Breast Tenderness and Pregnancy After Medical Abortion
Medication-induced abortion, breast tenderness, and urine testing issues? Doctor, I took the first dose of medication for a medical abortion on August 19, and I experienced bleeding the next day. I took the second dose of medication on August 22, and there was also bleeding. Duri...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Hao: The faint second line on your urine test result is completely normal and does not indicate that you have not cleared the pregnancy hormones from your body. Typically, it takes about three to four weeks for the residual pregnancy hormones to be metabolized completel...[Read More] Concerns About Breast Tenderness and Pregnancy After Medical Abortion
Can Royal Jelly Help Manage Mild PCOS Without Causing Fibroids?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Hello, I would like to ask if I have mild polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), can I consume regular foods that contain royal jelly for maintenance? Will it worsen my condition or lead to issues such as uterine fibroids?
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin Min: Royal jelly can stimulate the secretion of female hormones. If you are deficient in hormones, it can certainly be supplemented. If you are not taking it in excess, it should not have any adverse effects. Additionally, if you do not have uterine fibroids, there ...[Read More] Can Royal Jelly Help Manage Mild PCOS Without Causing Fibroids?
Understanding Mid-Cycle Bleeding: Should You Continue Hormonal Treatment?
Bleeding on the 17th day of the menstrual cycle? Hello Doctor: My menstrual period started on August 21, but I experienced some bleeding on September 6 (I have been taking ovulation medication, hormones, and progesterone in preparation for pregnancy). I went to the hospital yeste...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, ovulatory bleeding should not be related to progesterone. If you are trying to conceive, it is still possible to take progesterone. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Mid-Cycle Bleeding: Should You Continue Hormonal Treatment?
Effects of Isoflavones on Young Women: Risks and Concerns
What are the effects of consuming isoflavones on the body? My mom bought me isoflavones, and after taking them for about a month, I found out online that they are typically taken by menopausal women, but I'm only 14 years old. I heard that I shouldn't take them. I used ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is a possibility of pregnancy even if ejaculation has not occurred, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. It is advisable to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. The supplementation of female hormones should ideally be ev...[Read More] Effects of Isoflavones on Young Women: Risks and Concerns
Understanding Endometrial Hyperplasia: Risks, Treatments, and Fertility Concerns
Endometrial hyperplasia Hello, doctor. Last year (May 2015), I started seeing a physician due to irregular menstrual periods and was diagnosed with intrauterine adhesions. I underwent a hysteroscopic adhesiolysis and dilation and curettage (D&C). The pathology report indicate...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, whether it is truly endometrial hyperplasia or not relies on the pathology report; the physician's diagnosis is merely a suspicion based on ultrasound findings. Hyperplasia and oocytes are two different matters and will not affect each other. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Endometrial Hyperplasia: Risks, Treatments, and Fertility Concerns
Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Next Steps
Ectopic pregnancy Hello Doctor: On July 28, I took a home pregnancy test and saw two lines. That day, I visited a gynecologist at a clinic, where I had another urine test and an ultrasound, but no embryo was detected. The doctor asked us to return on August 6. On August 6, the ul...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Mingming: I have understood your situation in detail. My assessment may indicate an ectopic pregnancy; however, it seems that the embryo did not continue to develop, leading to rupture and bleeding, which is a fortunate outcome in an unfortunate situation. For now, we ...[Read More] Understanding Ectopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Next Steps
Do You Need Extra Contraception After Missing a Pill?
If you have a break of 7 days from taking the oral contraceptive pill and engage in unprotected intercourse, there is a risk of pregnancy? Hello, doctor. I have been taking the Alesse contraceptive pill regularly for about six months, usually at 11 PM. However, I forgot to take i...
Dr. Yang Wangjun Reply:
Hello: (1) The mechanism of action of emergency contraceptive pills is not fully understood. The negative feedback effect of hormones suppresses the secretion of ovulation-stimulating hormones, preventing follicular development. Additionally, contraceptive pills cause the endomet...[Read More] Do You Need Extra Contraception After Missing a Pill?
Can Royal Jelly Help Supplement Female Hormones After Surgery?
How to supplement female hormones? Hello Doctor: I underwent surgery on May 27th to remove a teratoma and uterine fibroids. Is it safe for me to take royal jelly to supplement female hormones now? Thank you!
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the perspective of Western medicine does not affect. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Royal Jelly Help Supplement Female Hormones After Surgery?
Understanding Frequent Urination and Breast Discomfort After Medical Abortion
Medication-induced abortion, frequent urination, and breast engorgement issues? Hello doctor, I had a medical abortion on the 22nd, but now I am experiencing frequent urination and breast tenderness. Is this normal?
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Miss Lily: If you are experiencing frequent urination with a small volume of urine, it could be indicative of acute urethritis or cystitis, and it is best to return to your doctor for evaluation. If you have frequent urination but the urine volume is not low, it is likely n...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination and Breast Discomfort After Medical Abortion
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Causes and Solutions for Women on Birth Control
Abnormal bleeding phenomenon I started using Qlaira in April, and this month, when I had only 10 pills left, I experienced brown discharge every day. I visited a gynecologist, and the doctor said they had never encountered this situation before. I had a pelvic exam (the doctor sa...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: Experiencing vaginal bleeding before finishing your birth control pills is not uncommon, especially during the first or second pack. Doctors often prescribe low-dose hormones and progestins to help stop the bleeding. However, it may take two to three days for the ...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Causes and Solutions for Women on Birth Control
Understanding Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns in Women's Health
Brown discharge Hello Dr. Tsao, I have been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles due to long-term late nights and high stress. I underwent a medical abortion on April 24, 2015, and my periods were regular for about two to three months afterward. However, they became irregular ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you have some hormonal imbalance. It is recommended to visit a hospital and see a gynecologist for a blood test to check if everything is normal. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns in Women's Health
Severe Menstrual Pain with Rectal Spasms: What to Do Next?
Severe menstrual cramps accompanied by lower abdominal and rectal spasms? About three years ago, I suddenly experienced severe menstrual cramps during my period. Initially, I thought it was related to my constitution, diet, and lifestyle, but the pain has progressively worsened. ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the symptoms of dysmenorrhea can include not only cramping pain in the lower abdomen during menstruation but also nausea, vomiting, headaches, anxiety, fatigue, diarrhea, dizziness, bloating, breast tenderness, mood swings, back pain, and fainting. The onset of symptoms ca...[Read More] Severe Menstrual Pain with Rectal Spasms: What to Do Next?
Postpartum Bleeding: Understanding Causes, Treatments, and Hormonal Effects
Lochia postpartum Hello Doctor, I gave birth naturally on May 26 and did not breastfeed. About three weeks postpartum, my lochia changed from clear to red. I went to the emergency room, and the doctor said my uterine contractions were poor. They prescribed uterotonics and hemosta...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, natural delivery on May 26. It is normal to have lochia one month postpartum, as long as the amount is not excessive. My suggestion is to continue monitoring, and there is no need to take contraceptive pills. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Postpartum Bleeding: Understanding Causes, Treatments, and Hormonal Effects
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles and Hormonal Imbalances
Menstrual hormone issues? Hello Doctor: I have had irregular menstrual cycles for a long time, with my period coming approximately every one and a half months in recent months. I have not had sexual intercourse and would like to ask about my previous blood test results for hormon...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, diet, age, lesions in the uterus or cervix, and pregnancy, among others. A single blood test cannot be used to as...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles and Hormonal Imbalances
Managing PCOS: Concerns About Birth Control and Weight Gain
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - The doctor prescribed birth control pills, but there is obesity? Hello Doctor, I would like to share my symptoms: I was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) since middle school, and my condition has not been normal. My weight has been...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, your underlying issue is obesity. If you lose weight, your menstrual cycle may normalize. Therefore, I suggest trying to lose weight to see if your cycle becomes regular. A BMI over 30 is certainly not a good thing. Taking birth control pills merely supplements hormones ex...[Read More] Managing PCOS: Concerns About Birth Control and Weight Gain
Understanding the Effectiveness of Daily Birth Control Pills
Emergency contraceptive pill I would like to ask the doctor, I take my birth control pills on time every day without missing any doses. If I have unprotected intercourse, is there still a chance of getting pregnant?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the first time you take birth control pills, it is recommended to start on the first day of your menstrual cycle. If you begin taking the pills after the second day of your period, it is advised to use additional contraceptive measures for the first seven days of pill use....[Read More] Understanding the Effectiveness of Daily Birth Control Pills
Impact of Female Hormones on Male Physiology: Risks and Considerations
Regarding issues related to female hormones? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask what permanent changes might occur if a male receives female hormones for about 2 to 3 months around the age of 18. Additionally, I have grade 1 gynecomastia and I'm not sure why; I hope it can i...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on the situation you described, it is advisable to consult a specialist such as a breast surgeon. Thank you! Wishing you safety and good health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Impact of Female Hormones on Male Physiology: Risks and Considerations