Do Breasts Always Swell in Early Pregnancy? Understanding the Changes
Breast Is breast engorgement always experienced in the early stages of pregnancy?
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: It is normal for the breasts to feel engorged during pregnancy due to the increase in lactation hormones. Obstetrician Dr. Cheng Jin-He.[Read More] Do Breasts Always Swell in Early Pregnancy? Understanding the Changes
Managing Hormonal Imbalances: Addressing Female Masculinization After Treatment
Administered male hormones (2) Hello Doctor: I am the little pig who asked about my wife a couple of days ago. She received a total of seven doses of male hormones, not just one. After completing the seven doses, she exhibited masculinization features that same night. Now she oft...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Hello! It seems that you are focusing on the changes in body shape related to breast size, which may lead to some misunderstandings. The injection of male hormones can cause feminization in women, potentially resulting in the atrophy and reduction of breast glandular and subcutan...[Read More] Managing Hormonal Imbalances: Addressing Female Masculinization After Treatment
Understanding Hysterectomy: Menstruation, Ovulation, and Hormonal Balance
Hysterectomy After a hysterectomy, there will be no menstrual periods since the uterus has been removed. If the ovaries are still intact and functioning, they may continue to produce hormones and release eggs, but there will be no menstrual cycle because the uterine lining is no ...
Dr. Chen Nengjin Reply:
I would like to ask if a patient who has been infected with the herpes virus has not had a recurrence for a year and then becomes pregnant, will it have any impact on the baby?[Read More] Understanding Hysterectomy: Menstruation, Ovulation, and Hormonal Balance
Effects of Male Hormones on Women: Reversal and Hormonal Changes Explained
Administered male hormones? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask two questions on behalf of my wife: 1. I heard that using male hormones and steroids can treat asthma, so I tried it. After returning home, my body underwent changes: my breast size decreased from C to A, pubic hair fe...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Hello! In clinical practice, severe asthma attacks or recurrent asthma that does not respond well to bronchodilator treatment may be treated with corticosteroids. However, male hormone therapy is not used for asthma treatment. In females, the primary source of estrogen secretion ...[Read More] Effects of Male Hormones on Women: Reversal and Hormonal Changes Explained
Exploring the Perceived Inequity of Female vs. Male Orgasm
Why is the Creator so unfair? I have read many books that state the pleasure derived from female orgasms far exceeds that of male orgasms. One book even provided specific data indicating that the pleasure from a female orgasm is approximately ten times greater than that of a male...
Dr. Chen Fuhao Reply:
Dear netizens: This question should ideally be directed to a urologist. However, since you are inquiring online, I will do my best to provide you with information based on my medical knowledge and some articles. Both men and women have sexual desire, which is an instinct for proc...[Read More] Exploring the Perceived Inequity of Female vs. Male Orgasm
Can I Still Conceive After Pituitary Surgery and Hormonal Imbalance?
Can they conceive? Nine years ago, I underwent surgery for a pituitary gland enlargement. I had not had my menstrual period for three years prior to the surgery, and I still have not had it since the operation. Currently, my levels of estrogen, thyroid hormone, and other hormones...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
The pituitary gland has many important areas that secrete hormones in the human body, among which LH, FSH, TSH, and Prolactin are related to ovarian function. If both LH and FSH levels are low, ovulatory function may be affected. Therefore, it is necessary to visit an outpatient ...[Read More] Can I Still Conceive After Pituitary Surgery and Hormonal Imbalance?
Animal vs. Plant Hormones: Which is Better for Women's Health?
Question Hello, doctor: Which is better, animal-based or plant-based hormones? What are their side effects? Thank you.
Dr. Liang Yinpan Reply:
Dear online user, 1. In medical terms, the so-called female hormones refer specifically to animal-derived hormones, which can be divided into two types: estrogens and progesterone. These can be naturally extracted or chemically synthesized. 2. The so-called plant-based hormones...[Read More] Animal vs. Plant Hormones: Which is Better for Women's Health?
Emergency Contraception: Risks and Effectiveness Explained
Birth control pills Hello, doctor. When I was being intimate with my boyfriend, the condom accidentally slipped off. He didn't penetrate, but it seems he ejaculated on my vulva. I immediately washed with soap, but I felt very anxious and quickly bought Plan B (levonorgestrel...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: If you take the emergency contraceptive pill as directed, the likelihood of becoming pregnant is very low. Occasionally using Postinor will not cause significant harm to your body; it may only affect your hormones and slightly impact your menstrual cycle.[Read More] Emergency Contraception: Risks and Effectiveness Explained
Understanding Breast Pain and Size Changes During Early Pregnancy
Breast tenderness during pregnancy? Hello Doctor: I am approximately seven weeks pregnant, and the most noticeable change I have experienced is breast tenderness. My breasts, particularly around the nipples, are very painful, and even turning over in bed at night causes discomfor...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Hello, Xiao Hui! Due to pregnancy, the levels of female hormones and progesterone in your body are rapidly increasing, both of which can promote breast growth and tenderness. This condition usually improves on its own after some time. It is common for individuals to have asymmetr...[Read More] Understanding Breast Pain and Size Changes During Early Pregnancy
Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Cycles After Induction: Key Insights
Menstrual irregularities Hello Dr. Wu, I previously wrote to inquire about issues following my induction, and I appreciate you taking the time to respond. I have some additional questions to ask you. After my induction on October 15 (at 14 weeks of pregnancy), my period started o...
Dr. Wu Zongcheng Reply:
Director Wu Zongcheng of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, responded: (1) After induction of labor or delivery, ovarian function (female hormones) has not yet returned to normal, which can result in light bleeding and ...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Cycles After Induction: Key Insights
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles After Birth Control Use
A good friend has been coming for a long time without stopping? Dear Dr. Wang, Thank you for your previous response. Since I started taking birth control pills last month, my menstrual flow began on November 2nd and has increased since then. Interestingly, the color is a murky b...
Dr. Wang Hanzhou Reply:
During menopause, irregular menstruation is common. If a gynecologist examines and finds no abnormalities, hormone therapy can be used for adjustment; it may also help with headaches.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles After Birth Control Use
Understanding Anovulatory Menstrual Cycles and Their Impact on Fertility
Anovulatory menstruation Thank you for your previous response. This time, I would like to ask if what you mentioned last time about me possibly having "anovulatory cycles" means that I do not have eggs? Does ovarian insufficiency mean that I am unable to conceive? If en...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Anovulatory menstruation indicates that the eggs in the ovaries may be maturing, but due to insufficient hormone levels, ovulation does not occur. There are many reasons for the hormones not reaching the levels necessary for ovulation, with the most significant being stres...[Read More] Understanding Anovulatory Menstrual Cycles and Their Impact on Fertility
Understanding Birth Control Pills: Usage, Menstruation, and Health Tips
Birth control pills Hello Dr. Wang, I would like to ask if once I start taking the oral contraceptive pill, I cannot stop it? Should I stop taking it when my period arrives? Also, I have entered menopause; is there anything I should take that would be beneficial for my health? ...
Dr. Wang Hanzhou Reply:
A 28-day birth control pill pack contains 21 active hormone-containing pills and 7 placebo pills that do not contain hormones. Therefore, during the last few days of the pack, when menstruation occurs, you can choose to either stop taking the pills or continue taking them. For in...[Read More] Understanding Birth Control Pills: Usage, Menstruation, and Health Tips
Effects of Kenko Taibisei on Women During Pregnancy and Menopause
The effects of consuming placental extract on women? In Japan, there is a product called "KENKO TAIBISEI," which is said to be very beneficial for women during pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. I would like to know if it is safe to take during pregnancy, as I cannot...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Dear netizens: Hello! I apologize! I do not have information regarding the health supplement Kenko Taibisei; however, the efficacy of placental extract is still uncertain in clinical practice. During pregnancy, the placenta naturally produces placental hormones to maintain a norm...[Read More] Effects of Kenko Taibisei on Women During Pregnancy and Menopause
Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: Is Your Body Responding Normally?
Menstrual induction medication Hello, doctor. I missed my period and went to see a gynecologist for an ultrasound and pregnancy test. The doctor said I was not pregnant and prescribed me medication to induce my period. After taking the medication for three days, my basal body tem...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
Menstrual induction medications contain female hormones and progesterone, and it is true that taking them can cause a slight increase in basal body temperature.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: Is Your Body Responding Normally?
Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Hormones, Diet, and Remedies
Left lower abdominal pain? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing pain in my lower left abdomen for the past few weeks, which led me to visit a gynecologist for blood tests. I found out that my female hormone levels are too low. Could this be one of the factors causing my pain, o...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
At 32 years old, hormone levels are low, primarily due to irregular menstrual cycles, which should not be related to abdominal pain. Taking maple syrup or vitamin E to alleviate abdominal pain and irregular cycles may not be significantly beneficial. The side effects of taking fe...[Read More] Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain: Hormones, Diet, and Remedies
Understanding Ovarian Health: Concerns About Hormonal Treatments and Fertility
It seems there is no I have not grown taller and did not experience puberty until I was around 23 or 24 years old. After receiving growth hormone injections, my breasts developed a little, and I started menstruating naturally every two to three months. When I went for a follow-up...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
1. Dufaston contains estrogen and progesterone, which are hormones. There are many similar products available, and given your situation, there isn't a better option. An annual breast ultrasound should suffice. 2. Egg donation for conception is currently quite popular and sho...[Read More] Understanding Ovarian Health: Concerns About Hormonal Treatments and Fertility
Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes and Solutions for Women
Menstrual irregularities have been persistent? I got my first period in the second year of junior high school. Since then, my menstrual cycle has been very irregular, ranging from two months to three or four months, and even up to six months. Recently, I experienced some premenst...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
Generally speaking, irregular menstruation can be explored through brain hormones, ovarian function, and the uterus. However, given your age, the issues are primarily related to the first two factors. If academic or life stress is too high, the brain's gonadotropin-releasing...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes and Solutions for Women
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: When to Seek Medical Advice
May I ask the doctor? Hello! I would like to ask a question. In the past, my menstrual cycle was not very regular; sometimes it would only come once every one or two months, and other times it would return about ten days after it just ended, but the flow was not heavy. I consulte...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Dear Netizen: Hello! Menstrual blood in women is the result of the shedding of the uterine lining, influenced by hormones after ovulation when pregnancy does not occur. Most women have a regular ovulation cycle of about 28-30 days, which is why it is referred to as menstruation. ...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: When to Seek Medical Advice
Is High Blood Pressure Linked to Menopause? Causes and Solutions
Is high blood pressure related to menopause? I have been feeling lightheaded lately, and my blood pressure has risen to 170. Could this be related to menopause? What can I do to improve this condition?
Dr. Liang Yinpan Reply:
Hello Ms. Chang! Menopause refers to the transition period in a woman's life from regular menstruation to complete cessation of menstruation, which is the stage where ovarian function begins to decline until it is fully diminished. Due to the imbalance in the secretion of fe...[Read More] Is High Blood Pressure Linked to Menopause? Causes and Solutions