Understanding Abortion: Timing, RU486 Use, and Privacy Concerns
Abortion 1. If you have confirmed a pregnancy, it is generally recommended to wait at least 7 to 10 days before considering a medical abortion using RU486 (mifepristone). However, it is crucial to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice and to ensure that it is...
Dr. Zhong Wenzhen Reply:
1. Detailed explanation as follows: A urine test can confirm pregnancy approximately 10 to 14 days after the date of conception. However, the appropriate time to undergo an abortion is about 23 days after the date of conception. At this point, an ultrasound examination can confir...[Read More] Understanding Abortion: Timing, RU486 Use, and Privacy Concerns
Understanding Abortion: Key Questions About Pregnancy and Health Risks
Abortion Hello, I would like to ask you the following questions: 1. How long after sexual intercourse can a pregnancy test detect pregnancy? 2. Once pregnancy is confirmed, how soon can a medical abortion be performed? 3. Are there any potential complications from a medical abo...
Dr. Zhong Wenzhen Reply:
(1) The earliest detection is approximately 10 days later, while generally it is about 14 days later. (2) After confirming pregnancy, about 24 days post-conception (counting from the last menstrual period as 5 weeks and 3 days), a gestational sac of about 0.5 cm can be seen on ul...[Read More] Understanding Abortion: Key Questions About Pregnancy and Health Risks
Understanding Abortion: Options, Timing, and Health Implications
Abortion Hello Dr. Zheng: I have been in a relationship with my girlfriend for three years, and we have been sexually active. She is 25 years old, but due to a miscalculation of her safe period, she suspects she might be pregnant. Today (January 31), she went to the clinic and co...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Surgical abortion can be performed within 12 weeks of pregnancy, while medical abortion is available within 6 weeks. Undergoing an abortion will have some negative effects on a woman's body, to varying degrees. Qualified obstetricians and gynecologists can perform thi...[Read More] Understanding Abortion: Options, Timing, and Health Implications
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns and Safe Abortion Options for Young Couples
I'm not sure if I'm pregnant!!! Is abortion safe? I am 21 years old and so is my girlfriend. We always use condoms during intercourse and do not remain inside after ejaculation. However, my girlfriend's last menstrual period was on November 26. Although we know her...
Dr. Wu Zongcheng Reply:
Dr. Wu Tsung-Cheng, the Director of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Tainan Hospital, Executive Yuan Health Department, responds to you, Ailus: 1. Condoms are the most convenient contraceptive method, but they are not the most effective, with a failure rate of abo...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns and Safe Abortion Options for Young Couples
Understanding Medical Abortion: Key Considerations and Safety Tips
Medication-induced abortion Dear Dr. Wang, My girlfriend's menstrual cycle started around September 19. We had several sexual encounters from early October (October 2 to October 8). Since October 19, she has experienced very light bleeding (only one drop). Yesterday (Octobe...
Dr. Wang Jionglang Reply:
Hello: In response to your questions... 1. I am not very familiar with the healthcare environment in Shanghai, so I recommend consulting local friends or relatives for their experiences as a reference. Medical abortion or surgical abortion in Taiwan is considered an outpatient pr...[Read More] Understanding Medical Abortion: Key Considerations and Safety Tips
Understanding Changes After Medication Abortion and D&C: What to Expect
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please provide the text I previously underwent a medical abortion, but during a follow-up visit, it was found that the procedure was not completely effective. The doctor then performed a dilation and curettage (D&C). A...
Dr. Zhuang Zhijian Reply:
Dilation and curettage (D&C) for abortion will not cause changes in the size of the labia. Each person's body structure can vary, and the left and right sides may not be the same size. Breasts, thigh thickness, and labial size may not be perfectly symmetrical, and there ...[Read More] Understanding Changes After Medication Abortion and D&C: What to Expect
Understanding Prolonged Bleeding After RU486 Use: Causes and Solutions
RU486, also known Hello Dr. Liao, I visited a gynecology clinic in early September this year to take RU486 for a medical abortion. It is now November, and I am still experiencing bleeding. During my follow-up appointment, the doctor prescribed medication to help my uterus contr...
Dr. Zhuang Zhijian Reply:
Using RU486 to terminate a pregnancy requires careful monitoring, so if there is bleeding, it is important to return to the hospital for an examination to determine the cause of the bleeding.[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Bleeding After RU486 Use: Causes and Solutions
Post-Abortion: Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort and Options
After abortion Hello doctor, I completed a surgical abortion last week and have been experiencing persistent gastrointestinal bloating and a feeling of indigestion. There is slight discomfort when I press on my abdominal area, but I have no issues with my uterine area. Could the ...
Dr. Dai Qihan Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, The complications of induced abortion include infection, bleeding, uterine rupture, or incomplete abortion. Therefore, your gastrointestinal discomfort may be coincidental. Please pay attention to abdominal pain below the navel and vaginal bleeding. Additionally,...[Read More] Post-Abortion: Understanding Gastrointestinal Discomfort and Options
Understanding Abortion Options: Medical vs. Surgical Procedures Explained
Abortion Hello, doctor! I discovered that I was pregnant for four to five weeks during a gynecological check-up on July 31. Prior to that, I had been experiencing persistent dull pain in my lower abdomen for nearly half a month, which made it difficult for me to stand upright, an...
Dr. Dai Qihan Reply:
It is advisable to visit a trusted outpatient clinic for a thorough examination.[Read More] Understanding Abortion Options: Medical vs. Surgical Procedures Explained
Understanding Abortion: Safety, Costs, and Recovery for Pregnant Women
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Dr. Jian Hongmou Reply:
1. The gestational age in clinical practice is calculated from the first day of the last menstrual period. 2. Generally, there are no significant long-term effects from a medical abortion, although this may vary for individuals with specific health conditions. 3. A medical ab...[Read More] Understanding Abortion: Safety, Costs, and Recovery for Pregnant Women
Can You Use Menstrual Induction Shots During Early Pregnancy?
Is it safe to receive a menstrual induction injection after becoming pregnant? Hello Doctor: I am 6 weeks pregnant. Is it possible to receive a menstrual induction injection? Or should I consider a medical abortion? At 6 weeks, is it better to take medication or undergo a surgica...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: At six weeks of pregnancy, it is no longer possible to use medication to induce menstruation. Generally, after six and a half weeks, RU486 is also not applicable. Both methods have their advantages and disadvantages, so you should discuss with your physician which method o...[Read More] Can You Use Menstrual Induction Shots During Early Pregnancy?
Medical vs. Surgical Abortion: Which is Safer for Early Pregnancy?
Which is better, surgical abortion or medical abortion? Hello doctor, I would like to ask, if my girlfriend wants to have an abortion and she is about one week pregnant, we are not ready for a child yet. Would it be better to choose a surgical abortion or a medical abortion? Whic...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: At five weeks of pregnancy, you can choose either RU486 or a surgical abortion. Both options are available and have side effects, with comparable potential harm to the body. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu City Hospital.[Read More] Medical vs. Surgical Abortion: Which is Safer for Early Pregnancy?
Understanding Abortion Methods, Costs, and Recovery Time in Women's Health
Abortion costs and healthcare? There are several methods of abortion, including: 1. **Medication Abortion (Medical Abortion)**: This involves taking two different medications. The first medication, mifepristone, is taken at a healthcare provider's office, followed by misopr...
Dr. Dai Qihan Reply:
1. There are two methods of abortion: medical and surgical. 2. It must comply with the Maternal and Child Health Act. 3. Please visit a qualified gynecology clinic for consultation.[Read More] Understanding Abortion Methods, Costs, and Recovery Time in Women's Health
Common Gynecological Questions: Contraception, Pregnancy Tests, and Safety
May I ask the doctor? 1. How effective are condoms for contraception? 2. How accurate are the pregnancy tests available on the market? 3. I was supposed to get my period on March 18, but it has been five days late. I have used a pregnancy test twice, both showing negative res...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. When used correctly, its contraceptive efficacy is quite high. 2. Home pregnancy tests generally have a high accuracy rate and can detect pregnancy within 3-5 days, but if they are used past their expiration date or stored improperly, their accuracy may decrease. 3. It ...[Read More] Common Gynecological Questions: Contraception, Pregnancy Tests, and Safety
Understanding D&C Procedures: What to Expect After Multiple Surgeries
Dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my situation. I have had one medical abortion and four dilation and curettage (D&C) procedures, with the most recent two occurring in July 2003 and January 2004. Less than six months after th...
Dr. Wei Fumao Reply:
Frequent scraping may have caused adhesions in the uterus, resulting in reduced menstrual flow. The insertion of an intrauterine device (IUD) can help reduce adhesions and potentially increase menstrual volume.[Read More] Understanding D&C Procedures: What to Expect After Multiple Surgeries
Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Your Questions Answered
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask a few questions. I have been with my girlfriend for quite a while, and we have been sexually active. The last time she had her period was on January 28 of this year. Normally, i...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
1. In Taiwan, there are almost no restrictions on what private obstetric and gynecological clinics will do for you. The cost can vary significantly, ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 TWD depending on the location and the size of the baby. 2. Yes, because some condoms are of poor qua...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Concerns: Your Questions Answered
Quickest Pregnancy Test Methods: Accuracy and Timing Explained
The fastest pregnancy test method? Hello Dr. Lu: I would like to ask how to determine pregnancy in the shortest time possible (without waiting for a missed period to start testing). What is the accuracy of over-the-counter urine pregnancy tests, such as pregnancy test strips? Is ...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Hello! Generally, over-the-counter pregnancy tests can only detect pregnancy after a missed period. Medical abortion using RU486 is less harmful. This is a response from Dr. Lu Li-Cheng, Director of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Heal...[Read More] Quickest Pregnancy Test Methods: Accuracy and Timing Explained
Understanding RU486 for Abortion: Costs, Hospitalization, and Options
Mifepristone (RU-486) My last menstrual period was on October 13. Can I use RU486 for a medical abortion now? How much does it cost? Will I need to be hospitalized? If you recommend a procedure, which is better: surgery or medication?
Dr. Wu Zongcheng Reply:
1. The last menstrual period was on October 13th. The use of RU486 for medical abortion is feasible. Of course, RU486 can sometimes fail (with a success rate of over 90%), but it is already a very reliable treatment. 2. Our hospital currently does not have RU486 available, and th...[Read More] Understanding RU486 for Abortion: Costs, Hospitalization, and Options
Understanding RU486: Coverage, Costs, and Effectiveness of Medical Abortions
RU486, also known Is there currently coverage for the cost of medical abortion under health insurance? I'm referring to the oral medication, not the surgical procedure. Approximately how much does it cost, and what is the success rate? My last menstrual period started on Oct...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
Oral abortion medication is not covered by health insurance. If you are pregnant, there is still time.[Read More] Understanding RU486: Coverage, Costs, and Effectiveness of Medical Abortions
Understanding Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Hormonal Imbalances
Artificial abortion Hello Doctor: I became pregnant last May, but around 7 weeks, the heartbeat stopped, and I underwent a medical abortion. In October of the same year, I became pregnant again, but around 8 and a half weeks, the heartbeat stopped again, leading to another medica...
Dr. Shi Chengyang Reply:
Hello, Xiao Mei: Elevated prolactin levels do not cause an embryo to have a heartbeat and then stop; it only leads to anovulation. Your concerns should first be addressed with some basic tests, such as chromosomal analysis for both partners, a tubal patency test, ovulation assess...[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Hormonal Imbalances