Infection, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Understanding Cauliflower Virus: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment Options

Cauliflower infection If there is a known high risk of infection but no symptoms are present, what methods can be used to confirm whether one has contracted genital warts (cauliflower) after one to two months? Additionally, what are the prevention and treatment options? Does rece...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, whether the skin has a significant amount of tissue depends on the individual. If there isn't any, then it likely doesn't exist. If there is, the methods you mentioned earlier are applicable. However, if a vaccine is administered after an infection, its effective...

Understanding Cauliflower Disease: Testing and Treatment Options

Cauliflower transmission issues? If your boyfriend has been diagnosed with genital warts (caused by the human papillomavirus, HPV) and you have had unprotected sexual intercourse approximately two months ago, it is advisable for you to get tested for HPV and other sexually transm...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there are no small growths on the vulva, it is likely that there is no infection. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Brown Discharge After Masturbation: Causes and Concerns

Masturbation and ejaculation? Yesterday, after masturbating and cleaning up, I noticed a large brown stain on my underwear the next day (my period hasn't started yet), and it has been continuously flowing. I also feel some pain in my vagina. I'm not sure if this is an i...

Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
It is recommended to visit a gynecology clinic to check for any injuries or inflammation in the genital area. Thank you.

Can Gynecological Infections Cause Persistent Bad Breath?

Can gynecological infections cause bad breath? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing an unpleasant odor from my tongue for a long time and have been looking for ways to resolve it. The methods I have tried include: 1. Health check-ups (nasal and gastrointestinal endoscopy, live...

Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: Gynecological infections are mostly localized infections, so the likelihood of causing bad breath is low. However, it is still recommended that you visit a gynecologist for an examination. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

Understanding Abdominal Discomfort and Discharge Issues in Women

Abdominal discomfort and secretion issues? Hello Doctor: My period started about 14-15 days ago, and for the past two days, I've been feeling a bit of discomfort or heaviness in my lower abdomen, but it's not painful. Additionally, yesterday I experienced a lot of gas a...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be related to ovulation. Please observe for now, and if you still experience discomfort, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Will My Period Come After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?

Will I get my period after taking emergency contraception if I am pregnant? If a doctor performed internal ejaculation and you took the emergency contraceptive pill but it has been more than 72 hours since ovulation and your period has not arrived, it is possible that you could b...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, to determine if you are pregnant, you should wait 12 days after intercourse to take a pregnancy test. If the test is negative after 12 days, it indicates that you are not pregnant. Wishing you good health!

Post-Laparoscopic Surgery Concerns: Managing Belly Button Pain and Discharge

Postoperative Issues After Laparoscopic Surgery Hello Dr. Tsao, my wife underwent laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis and fibroids. About three weeks post-surgery, she started experiencing pain around her navel and redness and swelling below the navel. Today marks exactly one ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it's recommended to visit a gynecologist for an examination. It may not be urgent, so you can go on a weekday. Wishing you good health!

Understanding Vaginal Bacterial Culture Results: Staphylococcus aureus and E. coli

Vaginal bacterial culture and identification test (including culture and identification of general bacteria, fungi, and protozoa, excluding acid-fast bacilli)? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing some discomfort in my vagina, with minimal discharge. My gynecologist performed a...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems to be inflammation, which can be treated in obstetrics and gynecology. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Labial Hypertrophy Surgery: Key Questions and Considerations

Questions related to labiaplasty? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask some questions regarding labiaplasty surgery. Recently, I visited a gynecology clinic due to itching in my intimate area, and the doctor informed me that I have hypertrophy and elongation of the labia minora, wh...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is necessary for the treating physician to assess whether the procedure can be covered by health insurance. Generally, this type of surgery does not require hospitalization. The physician will usually provide educational materials outlining wh...

Understanding Labial Hypertrophy Surgery: Key Questions and Considerations

Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Could It Be Implantation Bleeding?

Menstrual irregularities Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period started on April 4th, with an average cycle of 26-28 days and lasting for 5 days, ending completely on April 12th. I had sexual intercourse on April 19th and April 26th, and only used a condom afterward. My period st...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be your menstrual period. If you're unsure, you can take a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Vaginal Suppositories: What to Expect After Use

Vaginal suppository I just went to the gynecologist today and found out that I have a urinary tract infection and cervicitis with bleeding. The doctor gave me a suppository, but afterwards, my urine had a deep yellow-orange color. Is this normal, or could it be related to sexual ...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if there are no discomforts, you may observe for now. However, if symptoms persist or develop, it is necessary to consult a physician for evaluation. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang

Should Your Partner Get Treated for Trichomoniasis Too?

If the wife is diagnosed with trichomoniasis, should the husband also be treated? Hello, Doctor: I visited a gynecologist who performed a vaginal secretion test, a pelvic examination, and an ultrasound of my uterus. The doctor prescribed me metronidazole for trichomoniasis and mi...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the medication for trichomoniasis does not necessarily indicate a low-level infection; it is simply an antibiotic. The determination of infection should be based on the physician's assessment. Wishing you good health.

Could I Be Pregnant or Is My Period Just Irregular?

Could it be pregnancy or just a missed period? I would like to know if having unprotected intercourse in the 20s of the month and then taking an emergency contraceptive pill immediately, while my ovulation period is from late April to mid-May, would result in pregnancy or if it w...

Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections, while also preventing unintended pregnancies. If you experience a delayed menstrual period, you can take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for an examination. Than...

Managing Urinary Tract Infections After Vaginal Yeast Infections

Urinary tract infection (UTI) Hello, doctor. Yesterday, I visited a clinic due to a vaginal yeast infection, and the doctor prescribed Doxycycline. I took one pill last night, and around 10 PM, I started feeling symptoms of a urinary tract infection. I didn't use the supposi...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
You should drink plenty of water and take your medication. Suppositories can be used. Wishing you good health.

Impact of Antibiotic Treatment for H. Pylori on Early Pregnancy

Is it safe to undergo a two-week antibiotic treatment for Helicobacter pylori during the fifth week of pregnancy? Will it affect the fetus? I am 5 weeks pregnant, and my husband tested positive for Helicobacter pylori during his health check-up. Currently, we are eating separatel...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, generally it does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.

Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills?

I have been taking menstrual induction medication for two days? Because my period is late, I have taken five pregnancy tests, all of which were negative. The doctor prescribed me medication to induce my period (I have one day of medication left). Today, I had unprotected intercou...

Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections. This also helps to avoid unintended pregnancies. Emergency contraceptive pills should not be used as a method of post-coital contraception or guarantee 100% effectiveness. I...

Understanding the Risks of HPV Transmission in Public Spaces

Questions about cauliflower transmission? Hello, doctor. Q1: Recently, I found online that some doctors say that besides public restrooms, handles in public places, escalators, elevator buttons, etc., can harbor the HPV virus. Does this mean we are exposed to HPV every day? I f...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the main route of infection for cauliflower is through sexual intercourse; other routes are less common. Please don't worry too much. Wishing you good health.

Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help

Postcoital bleeding Doctor, my last menstrual period ended around April 4th. I had sexual intercourse on April 5th, and about six hours later, I started noticing brown discharge. By April 10th, there was suddenly a large amount of brown discharge mixed with blood, and there was a...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors affecting intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, postcoital contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation,...

Understanding Abnormal Discharge: Causes and When to Seek Help

Secretions issues The menstrual cycle has been approximately 1.5 to 2 months, with the last period starting on February 18. Recently, there has been brown discharge that has persisted for a week, and in the last two days, the discharge has had a slight blood odor. Is this a norma...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it may be coming soon, just observe. Wishing you good health.

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