Hymen, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Understanding Post-Abortion Bleeding: What to Expect and Next Steps

Bleeding after abortion? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend and I have not fully engaged in sexual intercourse; we stop just before the final act. However, she accidentally became pregnant for over a month, and later took medication to terminate the pregnancy. Now, two weeks have passe...

Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
I did not have a complete sexual relationship with my girlfriend; we always stop at the last moment. However, under these circumstances, she accidentally became pregnant for over a month. Please first confirm whether she is truly pregnant or if it is just irregular menstrual blee...

Overcoming Intimacy Challenges: A 26-Year-Old's Struggle with Painful Intercourse

For the past four years, sexual intercourse has not been successful? Hello doctor, I am a 26-year-old woman. For the past four years, I have been unable to successfully engage in sexual intercourse. Every time I get intimate with my boyfriend, we end up unable to penetrate. I hav...

Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: It is possible that the hymen is more resilient and difficult to rupture. You may want to visit the obstetrics and gynecology department for an examination at Hsinchu Hospital.

Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Discharge: What Your Girlfriend Might Be Experiencing

Doctor, I have a question? Hello Doctor: Recently, my girlfriend has been experiencing dark brown vaginal discharge since May 16 (the first two days it was clear and white). It resembles blood but has no metallic smell. She also feels a dull pain in her abdomen, and her menstrual...

Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Recent dieting may cause hormonal imbalances, leading to irregular vaginal bleeding. Sincerely, Lu Li-Cheng.

Understanding Vaginal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns After Intercourse

Vaginal bleeding, water, membrane? Hello, two years ago I started having sexual intercourse, and my hymen has ruptured. I have been engaging in sexual activity every month. A few days ago, after intercourse, I felt the urge to use the restroom six hours later, and what came out w...

Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Dear online users: Hello! For abnormal vaginal bleeding in women, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. A thorough examination by a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology will ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Understanding Bleeding After First Sexual Experience: What to Know

Bleeding during first sexual experience? Hello, doctor: I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend yesterday. She mentioned that she was still a virgin, but there was no bleeding afterward, and she only felt abdominal discomfort (which I assume is normal due to the use of vagina...

Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it is most likely that the bleeding is caused by a hymenal or vaginal tear. Please seek medical attention promptly at Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Understanding Pap Smear Guidelines: Do You Need One Without Sexual Experience?

Pap smear examination (cervical cytology) Hello, I would like to ask: (1) I know that "anyone who has had sexual intercourse should have a Pap smear once a year," but I have heard some doctors say that "a Pap smear is only necessary after having sexual experience f...

Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. The first Pap smear should be performed within three years after the first sexual intercourse; if the results are normal, it should be done annually thereafter. 2. There is almost no risk of cervical cancer without sexual activity. 3. If there is no sexual activity, a P...

Understanding Lymph Node Swelling After Hymen Rupture: What to Do?

Swollen inguinal lymph nodes after hymen rupture? After the first sexual intercourse with my girlfriend, she experienced slight bleeding and pain due to the rupture of her hymen. The bleeding stopped the next day, but I noticed that the lymph nodes in both groin areas were slight...

Dr. Mao Yikun Reply:
You can try taking antibiotics first.

Common Questions About Women's Health and Sexual Safety

請提供 1. Is external ejaculation safe? 2. Are there female condoms available on the market? 3. What are the components of semen? Can it transmit diseases? What is its color? 4. Does a girl bleed during her "first time" due to the rupture of the hymen? 5. Are patch-style c...

Dr. Wu Linting Reply:
1. Withdrawal method is not safe. 2. There are female condoms available on the market. 3. Semen has the potential to transmit infections. 4. Bleeding during a woman's "first time" may be due to the rupture of the hymen. 5. Transdermal contraceptive patches ...

Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Fertility Concerns

Menstruation I have a cousin who is in her second year of high school. She has had her period once or twice, but it has not returned since then. A doctor mentioned that she might have ovarian atrophy. Does this mean she will be unable to have children? Are there treatment options...

Dr. Mao Yikun Reply:
Primary amenorrhea is defined as the absence of menstruation in a girl who has normal growth and secondary sexual characteristics by age 16, or in a girl who does not exhibit normal growth and secondary sexual characteristics by age 14. There are numerous factors that can cause p...

Does Pap Smear Testing Damage the Hymen in Virgin Women?

Will a Pap smear examination harm the hymen? The hospital is promoting cervical smear tests, and after undergoing the test, there was bleeding and pain despite never having had sexual intercourse. Does this indicate that the hymen has been ruptured?

Dr. Wu Linting Reply:
Hello, a Pap smear is performed by using a spatula or brush to collect cells from the area near the cervix through gentle scraping. The collected cells are then fixed onto a slide for microscopic examination. It is common to experience some bleeding after the procedure due to the...

Understanding Menstrual Odor: Causes, Concerns, and Myths

Does menstruation have a smell? Hello, doctor... I would like to ask about whether menstruation can have an odor. I found a lot of information online stating that abnormal discharge can have an unusual smell, but my menstrual flow has an odor. I'm concerned if this could ind...

Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Menstruation consists of blood and some shed endometrial tissue, and if left on a sanitary pad for too long, it can develop a foul odor. No two women have labia minora that are the same size. The rupture of the hymen does not necessarily result in bleeding; the amount of b...

Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Intimate Contact

Can I get pregnant? Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period was on August 27, and on the morning of September 27, I had intimate contact with my boyfriend. We did not use a condom, and there was only partial penetration, just a little bit. However, I noticed two drops of blood fr...

Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Your hymen may have sustained some injury. Statistically, males can release a small amount of sperm during genital contact. A remedy is to take emergency contraceptive pills (available at pharmacies) within 48 hours. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecolog...

Understanding Cervical Smear Tests and Hymen Examination: What to Expect

Pap smear test Hello, doctor: I am unsure if my hymen has ruptured. When I go for a consultation, can the doctor examine me right away? Is it also possible to have a Pap smear done immediately? Will there be out-of-pocket expenses for this? I am not familiar with the process!

Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
1. Yes. 2. A Pap smear can be performed if there has been sexual intercourse. 3. There is no need for out-of-pocket expenses; it is covered by health insurance.

Understanding PCOS: Common Concerns and Questions for Young Women

Please let the doctor answer my question? Hello, doctor: I am 19 years old. I had sexual intercourse when I was 15, and since then, my menstrual cycle has been irregular, with periods coming nearly every 20 days, sometimes less than one or two weeks apart, and it has been continu...

Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
1. No. 2. This way, it will be clearer. 3. Yes. 4. The doctor will be able to tell; some girls have a thicker hymen, which makes it harder to rupture. 5. It is safer, and you will feel more at ease.

Can You Get Pregnant Without Intercourse? Understanding Risks and Concerns

Is it possible to win the lottery? I have a question. Yesterday, I had intimate contact with my boyfriend through our clothes. My underwear was penetrated by his semen. However, I have never engaged in actual sexual intercourse, and my hymen has not been broken. Is it possible fo...

Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
It is also possible to be pregnant. If your last period started on the 1st of last month, you should take a pregnancy test to check for pregnancy.

Understanding Hymen: Why Bleeding May Occur After Intercourse

Hymen Dear Doctor: When I had intercourse with my boyfriend for the first time, my hymen did not break and cause bleeding during the act, but rather, I noticed some bleeding an hour later. Is this normal? Have there been similar cases? Since my boyfriend did not see the bleeding,...

Dr. Mao Yikun Reply:
Hello: A virgin may not necessarily bleed during her first sexual intercourse because many girls today engage in a lot of physical activity, which can lead to the hymen already being ruptured.

Understanding Abnormal Bleeding After First Sexual Experience

Abnormal genital bleeding? Hello Dr. Zheng, My menstrual period ended around May 16 or 17. I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend on May 23. During the process, I experienced significant pain, but my boyfriend continued to apply pressure. I was worried that his penis might h...

Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, you are experiencing pain from the hymenal tear after your first sexual intercourse and have developed cystitis (honeymoon cystitis). You have seen some improvement after taking anti-inflammatory medication, but you are not completely better. Thi...

Boosting Platelet Count and Safe Intimacy for Your Partner

Hello! Hello, doctor. My girlfriend has low platelet counts and often has bruises on her body. I feel very sorry to see her like this. Besides medication, are there any other ways to increase her platelet count, such as specific foods that would be beneficial for her? Also, if I ...

Dr. Wu Linting Reply:
Thrombocytopenia or coagulation factor deficiencies can indeed lead to an increased tendency to bruise or bleed. The severity of the condition can only be determined through blood tests. It is recommended that you consult a hematologist or schedule an appointment at a hematology ...

Understanding Hymen Reconstruction: Costs, Longevity, and Alternatives

Hymenoplasty After hymenoplasty, if sexual intercourse occurs 1.2 years or longer afterward, will there still be bleeding? Additionally, is it possible to inject a small hematoma into the vaginal wall to induce bleeding? What would the cost be? How long would the effects last aft...

Dr. Zhou Dali Reply:
To determine the cost, we need to understand which type of vaginal repair surgery you are referring to. Additionally, the hospital currently does not offer the procedure for injecting small hematomas in the vaginal wall, so we apologize for being unable to address your concern.

Understanding Abnormal Bleeding During Menstruation: Causes and Concerns

Abnormal bleeding during menstruation? Hello, Doctor! I would like to ask you about something. Over the past year, I have been experiencing irregular bleeding during my menstrual cycle, which is typically 28 days. The bleeding occurs between days 10 to 15, and there is fresh bloo...

Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Dear user, Based on your description of the menstrual cycle, abnormal bleeding duration, and the nature of the abnormal bleeding, I also believe it is likely non-pathological, possibly slight bleeding during ovulation. Of course, common abnormal uterine bleeding should consider...

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