Effectiveness of NuvaRing After Being Out for Over 6 Hours
The Mirena IUD has been out of the body for more than 6 hours? Hello doctor, I took out my contraceptive ring around 1 AM on July 6 and put it in the refrigerator. I realized I forgot to put it back in at 7:30 AM, so I immediately reinserted it. During this time, I had sexual int...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to take emergency contraceptive pills just in case. Intrauterine devices (IUDs) should be removed when necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Effectiveness of NuvaRing After Being Out for Over 6 Hours
Does Iron Supplementation Affect Menstrual Blood Flow?
Is the amount of menstrual blood related to taking iron supplements? I recently started taking iron supplements at a dosage of 100 mg daily due to iron deficiency anemia, but I've noticed an increase in the volume of my menstrual bleeding. Is there a connection between the d...
Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
Common side effects of taking iron supplements include black stools, dark urine, constipation or diarrhea, and bloating. If any of these occur, please return to your doctor for dosage adjustment. Common causes of a sudden increase in menstrual flow include hormonal imbalance, ova...[Read More] Does Iron Supplementation Affect Menstrual Blood Flow?
Timing for IUD Insertion: Can You Get Pregnant After Two Days?
Timing for Insertion of an Intrauterine Device (IUD) Hello, doctor. I have been using an intrauterine device (IUD) for six months, and I have consistently followed the schedule for insertion and removal. I would like to ask, if I inserted the IUD on the fourth day of my menstrual...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be the safe period, so the likelihood of pregnancy is probably low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Timing for IUD Insertion: Can You Get Pregnant After Two Days?
Understanding IUD Usage: Common Questions and Concerns
Questions related to the Mirena IUD? Hello, this is my first month using an intrauterine device (IUD). Before getting it inserted, I consulted a Chinese medicine doctor to see if it was suitable for me. The doctor advised me to insert it on the second day of my menstrual period a...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the correct method for using a contraceptive ring is to insert it into the vagina between the second and fifth day of your menstrual period. After three weeks, you should remove it, and then insert a new ring between the second and fifth day of your next menstrual period. ...[Read More] Understanding IUD Usage: Common Questions and Concerns
Can You Insert an IUD During Non-Menstrual Periods?
Questions about intrauterine devices (IUDs) Hello, doctor. Due to upcoming travel plans, I would like to delay my period. Is it possible to insert a contraceptive ring during a non-menstrual period? (This is my first time using it.) I will not be engaging in sexual intercourse du...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if the intrauterine device (IUD) is not inserted within the recommended timeframe, it may cause irregular bleeding. It is advisable to consult a physician for medication to delay menstruation. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Can You Insert an IUD During Non-Menstrual Periods?
Understanding the Timing for Effective IUD Contraception
Contraceptive ring cycle Thank you for your response, doctor. I am the original poster from the previous discussion about inserting a contraceptive ring outside of my menstrual period. I did not consider the contraceptive factors. I would like to ask the doctor, if I want to achi...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, to achieve complete contraceptive effectiveness, you need to wait until your next appointment to have the intrauterine device (IUD) inserted for it to be effective. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Timing for Effective IUD Contraception
Can You Insert an IUD Outside Your Menstrual Cycle?
Intrauterine Device (IUD) Inquiry Hello, doctor. Due to upcoming travel plans, I asked my obstetrician to insert a contraceptive IUD (intrauterine device) for two reasons: to delay my period and to regulate my menstrual cycle. However, I was in a hurry to leave the clinic that da...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the contraceptive device should be used starting from the fifth day of your menstrual period to be effective. If used later, it may not provide contraceptive protection and will only have the effect of delaying menstruation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Insert an IUD Outside Your Menstrual Cycle?
Should You Stop Using IUD After Discovering a Benign Breast Tumor?
Should I stop using contraceptive devices if I discover a benign breast tumor? I have been using an intrauterine device (IUD) for about a year. Recently, during a breast ultrasound examination, a benign tumor was found. Will continuing to use the IUD have any impact, or should I ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not have any impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should You Stop Using IUD After Discovering a Benign Breast Tumor?
Is It Safe to Have Intercourse After Inserting an IUD?
IUD Issues The intrauterine device (IUD) was inserted on March 3rd, and intercourse occurred on March 10th during the fourth day of menstruation. Is this safe, considering that the IUD had not been used for two years due to traveling in February?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be safe. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Is It Safe to Have Intercourse After Inserting an IUD?
Can Cervical Biopsy Be Performed with an IUD in Place?
Cervical biopsy surgery Can a cervical biopsy be performed without removing the intrauterine device (IUD)? If so, could the IUD's strings potentially affect wound healing or adhere to the wound?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to remove the contraceptive device before the surgery. After addressing any complications related to the contraceptive, and once the wound has healed, a new contraceptive device can be placed. Thank you! Wishing you safety and g...[Read More] Can Cervical Biopsy Be Performed with an IUD in Place?
Understanding IUD Use: Pregnancy Risks and Menstrual Cycle Impact
Issues with the use of intrauterine devices (IUDs) Hello Doctor, I am using an intrauterine device (IUD) for the first time. I inserted it on the fifth day of my menstrual period, and on the sixth day, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend, but he did not ejaculate insi...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be safe and there is no risk of pregnancy. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding IUD Use: Pregnancy Risks and Menstrual Cycle Impact
Understanding Pregnancy Risks After IUD Insertion During Menstruation
Issues with the use of intrauterine devices (IUDs) I inserted an intrauterine device (IUD) on the fifth day of my menstrual period. Three days after the insertion, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend, but he did not ejaculate inside me. That day was also the last day ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks After IUD Insertion During Menstruation
Brown Discharge After Four Weeks of IUD Use: What to Know
After four weeks of placing the intrauterine device (IUD), brown discharge has appeared? Hello, Doctor. I have been using an intrauterine device (IUD) continuously since November of last year, and I have been inserting and removing it at the correct times (21 days in, 7 days out,...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended that if the bleeding persists, you should consult a physician for evaluation to determine the cause and treatment. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Chang.[Read More] Brown Discharge After Four Weeks of IUD Use: What to Know
Emergency Contraception: What Happens If You Remove IUD Too Long?
The contraceptive device was removed past the recommended time and has not been reinserted? Hello Doctor, I have been using an intrauterine device (IUD) for four months. However, on January 1st at 6:00 PM, I removed the IUD and had unprotected intercourse, during which ejaculatio...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I hope you are well. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Emergency Contraception: What Happens If You Remove IUD Too Long?
Early Menstruation After IUD Insertion: Is It Normal?
Having an IUD inserted but experiencing an early menstrual period? I have been using an intrauterine device (IUD) for six months correctly, but my period came a week early. I consulted a doctor who mentioned hormonal imbalance, but I have not experienced this issue before. Is thi...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Please follow the doctor's instructions for treatment. If you have concerns about the subsequent use of the contraceptive ring, please return for a consultation with your physician. Thank you.[Read More] Early Menstruation After IUD Insertion: Is It Normal?
Understanding Brown Discharge After IUD Insertion: Causes and Concerns
Is it normal to have persistent discharge while using an IUD? Hello, doctor. This is my first time using an intrauterine device (IUD). I had the IUD inserted on the first day of my menstrual period (December 9), and my period ended on December 15. Today (December 29), I have remo...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description of symptoms, it is recommended that you seek a physician's diagnosis and treatment if the symptoms persist or worsen. Thank you! Wishing you peace and good health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge After IUD Insertion: Causes and Concerns
Experiencing Unusual Menstrual Changes After IUD Insertion: What to Do?
Using an intrauterine device (IUD) for two menstrual cycles? I have been using an intrauterine device (IUD) for about five months, and everything was normal until I had it removed on December 8. My period started on December 10, and I inserted a new IUD on December 15. However, o...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please observe temporarily. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Experiencing Unusual Menstrual Changes After IUD Insertion: What to Do?
Should You Replace or Remove Mirena After Menopause?
Should the Mirena be removed or replaced after menopause? Seven years ago, I experienced excessive bleeding due to adenomyosis, and my doctor assisted in the placement of a Mirena IUD. Three years later, blood tests confirmed that I had entered menopause, and it has been about fo...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, at 55 years old, you are likely in the menopausal or perimenopausal stage. If you are not experiencing any discomfort, my recommendation is to discontinue Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and monitor your condition. If you have not had any menstrual periods, you can also ...[Read More] Should You Replace or Remove Mirena After Menopause?
Can I Use an IUD if My Period Has Been Irregular for Months?
Is it possible to use an intrauterine device (IUD) if menstruation has not occurred for several months? Since receiving the COVID-19 vaccine last year, my menstrual cycle has been irregular, with several months of missed periods. I had a menstrual induction last year, which resul...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: 1. If you need to use an intrauterine device (IUD), please first confirm whether you are pregnant. If you are not pregnant, you may proceed with its use. 2. If you have an IUD and your menstrual cycle is not normal, consider whether birth control pills may be more suitable...[Read More] Can I Use an IUD if My Period Has Been Irregular for Months?
Using IUDs for First-Time Sexual Activity: What You Need to Know
Use of Intrauterine Device (IUD) for Contraception I plan to engage in sexual intercourse for the first time at the end of the year. In addition to using condoms, I would like a second layer of protection. I would like to ask if you recommend the use of an intrauterine device (IU...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if you have not had sexual experience yet, you may consider starting with oral contraceptives before trying an intrauterine device (IUD). Thank you! Wishing you safety and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Using IUDs for First-Time Sexual Activity: What You Need to Know