Understanding Vaginal Discharge: Normalcy, Infections, and Fertility Concerns
Discharge / Fertility Issues Q1: If there is no discomfort in the genital area and no discharge after using the restroom, but there is a discharge during intercourse that resembles small, tofu-like particles with a light yellow-green color, is this normal or a sign of infection? ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be a Candida infection. If you are experiencing discomfort, you should see a gynecologist. Monitor your situation for six months, and if you still do not conceive, then you should consult a fertility specialist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Discharge: Normalcy, Infections, and Fertility Concerns
Understanding Asymptomatic Gonorrhea: Risks and Testing for Women
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) I am a female patient who underwent gonorrhea screening. Is it acceptable to use urine for the screening and culture? The report came back normal. If I am an asymptomatic gonorrhea carrier but did not get screened and underwent an egg retrie...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the urine can also be tested for gonorrhea. A physician can determine the presence of infection based on clinical conditions and test results. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Understanding Asymptomatic Gonorrhea: Risks and Testing for Women
Understanding Infection Results in Pap Smear Tests: Next Steps
The smear test report shows signs of infection? The results of the smear test indicate an infection. Could this be a viral infection? Or should we wait three months to retest?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your described report, it is typically different from a viral infection. You should decide whether to pursue treatment or follow-up Pap smears according to the recommendations in the report. Please discuss and consult with your obstetrician-gynecologist regarding ...[Read More] Understanding Infection Results in Pap Smear Tests: Next Steps
Understanding Skin Irritation Near the Urethra Before Menstruation
Genital skin abrasion? In the past few months, I have noticed that a couple of days before my menstrual period, there are small abrasions near the urethral opening (very tiny wounds that are hard to see). I usually have no symptoms, but these small wounds appear just before my pe...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the physician cannot provide treatment, prescribe medication, or issue a diagnosis without a personal examination. You will need to see a doctor for a proper evaluation and medication treatment. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Understanding Skin Irritation Near the Urethra Before Menstruation
Can You Get Pregnant from Indirect Contact During Foreplay?
Can I get pregnant? If your girlfriend's fingers, after being in contact with her vaginal fluids, accidentally touched your penis, the likelihood of pregnancy is very low. Sperm needs to be deposited directly into the vagina for conception to occur. However, it's import...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Indirect Contact During Foreplay?
Combining Vaginal Suppositories and Oral Medications for Yeast Infections
Vaginal suppositories + oral medication Hello, doctor. Recently, I was treated for a vaginal yeast infection, and the clinic provided me with a suppository and prescribed a three-day course of oral medication (nystatin). Since I will be starting my period in about three days, the...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can use both at the same time. If you have your period, do not use the suppository. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Combining Vaginal Suppositories and Oral Medications for Yeast Infections
Unusual Bleeding After Menstruation: When to Seek Medical Advice?
Unusual blood Doctor, I apologize for bothering you, but I have a question. My period just ended not long ago, and I recently noticed a small amount of blood (very little) that feels different from my menstrual flow. For example, yesterday I noticed some on my underwear, so I use...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical l...[Read More] Unusual Bleeding After Menstruation: When to Seek Medical Advice?
Understanding Brown Discharge During Ovulation: What You Need to Know
Brown discharge during ovulation period issue? Hello doctor, my girlfriend and I have not had sexual intercourse since December 2nd of last year. I took a pregnancy test on January 7th of this year, which was negative, and my girlfriend had normal menstrual periods from January t...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors affecting intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, post-coital contraceptives, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulatio...[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge During Ovulation: What You Need to Know
Understanding Brown Discharge During Ovulation: Common Concerns and Questions
Brown discharge during ovulation? Hello Doctor, my girlfriend and I have not had sexual intercourse since December 2nd of last year. On January 7th of this year, a pregnancy test was negative, and from January to March, her menstrual cycles were normal, lasting 7 days each: Decem...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors affecting intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation, ...[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge During Ovulation: Common Concerns and Questions
Understanding Post-Menstrual Discharge: Is It Normal or a Sign of Infection?
Postmenstrual discharge Yesterday, I inquired about experiencing yellowish discharge and wetness in my underwear the day after my period, which only lasted for 1 or 2 days after menstruation. Should I be concerned that this is an indication of inflammation?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there is no yellow discharge, observation is sufficient. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Menstrual Discharge: Is It Normal or a Sign of Infection?
Essential Gynecological Tests Beyond Pap Smears: What You Need to Know
Gynecological examination Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about gynecological examinations. Besides regular Pap smears, what other tests should be performed? Additionally, can a Pap smear detect the possibility of sexually transmitted infections, such as HPV (which can cause w...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can also have a cervical human papillomavirus (HPV) test done. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Essential Gynecological Tests Beyond Pap Smears: What You Need to Know
Understanding Low-Risk HPV: Treatment, Risks, and Cervical Health Insights
Low-risk HPV Current status: Pap smear shows inflammation, no cervical erosion, HPV low-risk positive (unknown type), just received the first dose of the cervical cancer vaccine. 1. Is treatment necessary for low-risk HPV positive (unknown type)? Is it normal to have low-risk H...
Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello: HPV infection does not require treatment with suppositories; approximately 70-80% of cases can resolve on their own if the immune system is strong. However, if there are persistent recurrent infections, cervical cellular changes may occur. HPV is a sexually transmitted inf...[Read More] Understanding Low-Risk HPV: Treatment, Risks, and Cervical Health Insights
Understanding Post-Menstrual Discharge: Is It Normal or a Sign of Infection?
Postmenstrual discharge Yesterday, I inquired about experiencing yellowish discharge and wetness in my underwear the day after my period, which only lasted for one or two days after menstruation. Should I be concerned that this is an inflammatory issue?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if it has stopped, there shouldn't be any issues; just observe. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Menstrual Discharge: Is It Normal or a Sign of Infection?
Understanding Post-Masturbation Bleeding and Painful Intercourse
Bleeding after masturbation and pain during sexual intercourse? Having sexual experience with one partner is still considered safe sexual behavior. I previously had an infection and inflammation; before the infection, sexual intercourse was not painful. However, after treatment, ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical l...[Read More] Understanding Post-Masturbation Bleeding and Painful Intercourse
Understanding Post-Masturbation Bleeding and Pain During Intercourse
Bleeding after masturbation and pain during sexual intercourse? Having sexual experience with one partner is still considered safe sexual behavior. I previously had an infection that caused inflammation. Before the infection, sexual intercourse was not painful, but after treatmen...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Masturbation Bleeding and Pain During Intercourse
Is It Normal to Get Your Period Right After Sex?
Menstruation started the day after sexual intercourse? It is not uncommon for menstruation to start shortly after sexual intercourse. This can happen due to various reasons, including hormonal changes or the physical stimulation of the cervix during sex. If your menstrual cycle i...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cerv...[Read More] Is It Normal to Get Your Period Right After Sex?
Can Genital Herpes Spread Through Shared Laundry and Toilets?
Genital herpes Currently living with family and using the washing machine to wash clothes for everyone, I'm unsure if this could transmit infections to my housemates. Is there a risk of transmission from using the same toilet?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on the situation you described, the likelihood of transmission is low. If necessary, you may also consult a physician for evaluation. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Can Genital Herpes Spread Through Shared Laundry and Toilets?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Symptoms or Urinary Tract Infection?
Probability of Pregnancy Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been having sexual intercourse with my girlfriend, and we used condoms every time, checking for any leaks. My girlfriend had her period on the 20th of last month. Last week, after we had intercourse, she noticed a small amou...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be related to ovulation. Please monitor the situation for now, and if there is no improvement, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Symptoms or Urinary Tract Infection?
Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Menstrual Irregularities: Your Questions Answered
Pregnancy test questions? Hello Doctor, here is my situation: On January 12, I had unprotected intercourse with withdrawal method (the male partner pulled out before ejaculation and did not reinsert afterward). On January 13, I took emergency contraception. From January 16 to Jan...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical l...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Menstrual Irregularities: Your Questions Answered
Combining Vaginal Suppositories and Oral Medications for Yeast Infections
Vaginal suppositories + oral medication Hello, doctor. Recently, I was diagnosed with a vaginal yeast infection, and the clinic provided me with a suppository and prescribed a three-day course of oral medication (nystatin). Since I am taking medication to regulate my menstrual cy...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, when menstruation occurs, you should stop using the suppositories, but oral medications do not have any effect. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Combining Vaginal Suppositories and Oral Medications for Yeast Infections