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Understanding Irregular Bleeding While Taking Birth Control Pills

Bleeding after taking emergency contraceptive pills? Hello Doctor, I had my regular menstrual cycle on May 4th. However, on May 17th and 18th, I experienced slight brown discharge and bleeding, which increased on May 19th along with mild abdominal pain (similar to premenstrual sy...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you are taking menstrual regulation medication and are still experiencing bleeding, it is a bit unusual. I recommend visiting a hospital for an examination. Wishing you good health.

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Uncertain Menstrual Cycle: Am I Pregnant or Just Overthinking?

Irregular menstruation, but unsure if pregnant? I usually get my period around the middle of the month, and the last time it came was on March 14. After that, my cycle became irregular. On May 8, I had intercourse with my boyfriend without a condom for five thrusts, and he pulled...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. For pregnancy concerns, please take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for evaluation four weeks after your most recent sexual intercourse. 2. The menstrual cycle can be affected by various psychological and physiological factors. If your period is more than two mon...

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Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes and Concerns for Women

Lower abdominal bloating and pain? I have had a history of cystitis, and recently I have been experiencing increased itching in the genital area. During the day, I don't feel much discomfort, but at night, I start to feel a dull pain in my lower abdomen and a sensation of ne...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Dear Parent of Two: Hello, regarding your inquiry, we recommend scheduling an appointment with the obstetrics and gynecology department. Thank you. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Managing Irregular Periods and Persistent Vaginal Infections

Irregular menstruation and vaginal infection/inflammation? Hello doctor, my menstrual period does not come on its own unless I receive hormonal injections, and this has been the case for many cycles. I have consulted numerous obstetricians and gynecologists, but there has been no...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. The menstrual cycle can be affected by various physical and mental conditions. If the menstrual period is consistently irregular, it is recommended to visit a gynecologist for an examination to rule out gynecological issues such as polycystic ovary syndrome. 2. Vaginal infect...

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Symptoms and Concerns Explained

Pregnancy probability Hello, doctor. I would like to ask, my period is already 4 days late this month. I had intimate relations with my boyfriend a few weeks ago (we used a condom the entire time and confirmed it did not break). I have been experiencing persistent lower abdominal...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Let's wait for another week, and if your period still hasn't arrived, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Left Lower Abdominal Pain and Urinary Issues: Home Remedies for Seniors

Left lower abdominal pain and difficulty urinating? The elderly family member is currently 94 years old, bedridden, and using a nasogastric tube. Recently, they have been experiencing a persistent urge to urinate but are unable to do so. Upon inquiry, there is pain in the lower l...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can take Tylenol first, but it is still recommended to see a urologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding and Stopping Birth Control Pills

Discontinuation of contraceptive pills? Hello doctor, I started taking the oral contraceptive pill (Loette) on the first day of my period, and today is the 13th day. I started experiencing bleeding on the 11th day, and by the 13th day, the bleeding amount is similar to my menstru...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please temporarily stop taking the medication and treat it as your menstrual period. Start the next pack of birth control pills on the fifth day and see if everything is normal. If it is still not normal, consider switching to another type of birth control pill. Wishing yo...

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Understanding Fungal Infections in Gynecology: A Patient's Journey

Mold issues After exercising and sweating, I developed vulvitis. When I visited the gynecologist, the external vulva was red, and the inner labia were red and painful, but there was no vaginal infection. I was prescribed Meikang cream and antibiotics, but after applying the medic...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. Vaginal infections can cause abnormal discharge, itching, fever, bleeding, and lower abdominal pain, which are among the most common symptoms in women. The causes are numerous, and treatment should be accompanied by comprehensive health education. It is recommended to consult ...

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Understanding Vulvar Itching: Possible Causes and Solutions

Genital itching Last June, I discovered I had genital warts and used a topical treatment for a week, after which I stopped. The warts were located in the vulvar area and on the clitoris. Later, it seemed like the warts had disappeared, but I still experience itching and a foul od...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Vaginal infections can cause abnormal discharge, itching, fever, bleeding, and lower abdominal pain, which are among the most common symptoms in women. The causes are varied, and treatment methods require comprehensive health education. It is recommended to seek evaluation from a...

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Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Testing

Will this result in pregnancy? On April 15, I had some intimate contact with my boyfriend (no condom used, no ejaculation). On April 17, I experienced bleeding (recorded as ovulation period), which lasted for seven days. The bleeding had a different odor than my usual menstrual f...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, to determine if you are pregnant, you can take a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health!

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Understanding Recurring Pain and Swelling in the Labia: Causes and Solutions

There is a red, swollen, and painful lesion in the genital area? I haven't experienced this before, but for the past six months, I've been having pain and swelling on one side of my labia almost every month. It gradually resolves on its own, but then it comes back the f...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Vaginal infections can cause abnormal discharge, itching, swelling, fever, bleeding, and lower abdominal pain, which are among the most common symptoms in women. The causes are varied, and treatment methods should be accompanied by comprehensive health education. It is recommende...

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Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

Menstrual issues Hello Doctor: My menstrual cycle has been irregular since I started menstruating, and it has been about ten years since then. The irregularity has become increasingly severe. I took ovulation medication for three months; the first attempt was ineffective, and aft...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a detailed examination. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Left Lower Abdominal Pain and Swelling in Women

The left lower abdomen is distended and then subsides? Dear Dr. Wu, I would like to inquire about a recurring issue I have been experiencing. In between my menstrual cycles, I often experience pain in my lower left abdomen. The symptoms include a noticeable swelling in the lower...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
In obstetrics and gynecology, it is uncommon to encounter lesions that temporarily swell and then disappear. It is recommended that you consult a gastrointestinal surgeon for examination and evaluation.

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Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain: Ovarian Cysts, Fibroids, and More

Lower abdominal pain? On April 14, after experiencing bleeding following non-invasive sexual activity, I visited a gynecologist who informed me that I have an ovarian cyst and uterine fibroids, both currently measuring less than 3 centimeters. Additionally, there is cervical ectr...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. Vaginal infections can cause abnormal discharge, itching, fever, bleeding, and intermittent lower abdominal pain, which are among the most common symptoms in women. The causes are numerous, and treatment methods require comprehensive health education. It is recommended to cons...

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Pregnancy Concerns: Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Risks

Pregnancy and Menstrual Issues Hello Doctor, I am the questioner from #167164. My girlfriend's menstrual cycle start dates for the past three months are as follows: January 17, February 13 or 14, and March 16. She started her period on March 16 and it ended on March 25. On M...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Please wait another week, and if your period still hasn't arrived, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Abnormal Discharge After Antibiotic Treatment in Women

Secretions issues Previously, I experienced lower abdominal pain due to an E. coli infection and was prescribed stronger antibiotics. Coincidentally, this occurred during my menstrual period (from the 26th to the 1st), so I was undergoing treatment while menstruating. I'm no...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it may be inflammation. I recommend visiting a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Cycles and Inflammation: A Guide for Women

Enrollment inflammation Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles in February and March. In February, my period lasted almost 10 days with light flow, and in March, I barely had any bleeding at all. Additionally, I have been feeling a dull pain and swell...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. Vaginal infections can cause abnormal discharge, itching, fever, bleeding, and lower abdominal pain, which are among the most common symptoms in women. The causes are numerous, and treatment methods require comprehensive patient education. It is recommended to consult a gyneco...

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Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Symptoms: Causes and Concerns

Menstrual status The menstrual cycles for the past two months have been relatively regular, with the last month starting on February 22 and this month on March 23. However, the first day of both menstrual periods has presented with dark brown blood, lasting for about two days, an...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. The menstrual cycle can be influenced by various physical and mental conditions. 2. Vaginal infections can cause abnormal discharge, itching, fever, bleeding, and lower abdominal pain, which are among the most common symptoms in women. The causes are numerous, and treatment sh...

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Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Testing Timing

Am I pregnant? Hello doctor, my last menstrual period was from February 24 to March 23. I had unprotected intercourse on March 13, March 20, and March 21. On March 13, I experienced a sharp pain in my lower right abdomen. Around March 17, I started to feel breast tenderness, and ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Let's wait another week, and if your period still hasn't arrived, you can take a pregnancy test again or consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Should You See a Doctor for Abnormal Vaginal Discharge and Itching?

Abnormal secretion? After seven days following the end of menstruation, you began to experience itching, a slight odor, and a light yellow discharge. After two to three days, symptoms of frequent urination started to appear. Should you seek medical attention?


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Vaginal infections can cause abnormal discharge, itching, frequent urination, burning sensation, fever, bleeding, and lower abdominal pain, which are among the most common symptoms in women. The causes of these symptoms are varied, and treatment methods should be accompanied by c...

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