Contraceptive Failure: Understanding Risks and Next Steps After a Broken Condom
Condom breakage? Yesterday, during intercourse, the condom broke. At that time, my boyfriend had not ejaculated. I visited a gynecologist in the afternoon. Since my period has not come since May 22, and I had intercourse on May 30, I took a pregnancy test on July 7, which was neg...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Dear Ms. X, Regarding your inquiry, please find the responses below: 1. If your period does not arrive within 10 days after the medication to induce menstruation, please schedule another appointment. 2. The likelihood is low. 3. Since you have taken medication to induce men...[Read More] Contraceptive Failure: Understanding Risks and Next Steps After a Broken Condom
Can Irregular Periods Affect Pregnancy Chances? Expert Insights
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing menstrual pain and irregular periods since I first got my period in middle school. I started menstruating around the end of my second year of junior high. In my third year, due to the pressure of exams, I had an unexplain...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the irregularity of your menstrual cycle makes it difficult to provide specific advice. However, I recommend that if you do not get your period two weeks after inducing menstruation, you should consult a physician to check for pregnancy. Thank you! Wishing you peace and he...[Read More] Can Irregular Periods Affect Pregnancy Chances? Expert Insights
Can Taking Menstrual Induction Pills Prevent Pregnancy?
Taking medication to induce menstruation in order to prevent pregnancy is not a reliable method of contraception. It is important to use established contraceptive methods for effective pregnancy prevention. If you have concerns about your menstrual cycle or contraception, it is a...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the inquirer: Menstrual induction should not be used as a method of contraception. Therefore, if menstruation has not occurred for more than a week, it is advisable to check for pregnancy and address any related medical conditions. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. ...[Read More] Can Taking Menstrual Induction Pills Prevent Pregnancy?
How to Use Birth Control Pills for Irregular Menstrual Cycles
If your menstrual cycle is very long (over three months), the method for taking emergency contraception pills is as follows: Emergency contraception pills should be taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse. There are two main types of emergency contraceptive pill...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Abnormal bleeding and irregular menstrual cycles can have many underlying causes. Aside from stress factors, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is quite common. It is recommended to consult a gynecologist for evaluation.[Read More] How to Use Birth Control Pills for Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Menstrual Cycles and Symptoms
Probability of Pregnancy Hello Dr. Tsao: My menstrual cycle is irregular. My last period started on March 20. After that, I had unprotected sexual intercourse on April 18, but there was no penetration or ejaculation. Since then, my period has not arrived. I visited a gynecologist...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, everything seems to be within the normal range, and it is likely that you are not pregnant. It is recommended to use contraceptive measures, especially if your menstrual cycle is irregular. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Menstrual Cycles and Symptoms
Missed Period After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills: What to Do?
I took menstrual induction medication last month, and this month my period is still late and hasn't arrived? Last month, my period was significantly delayed. After taking medication to induce menstruation, it started on the 19th. However, this month it still hasn't arri...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if it doesn't come in another week, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Missed Period After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills: What to Do?
Understanding Menstrual Delays and Pregnancy Testing: Key Insights
Menstrual issues/Pregnancy testing Hello Doctor, my girlfriend's menstrual cycle has been around 32 to 35 days for the past year. The last two periods started on March 18 and April 25, but she hasn't had her period since April 25. We had sexual intercourse on May 3 and ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. If it has been over a week since taking the medication to induce menstruation and you still haven't gotten your period, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Delays and Pregnancy Testing: Key Insights
Could Late Menstruation Indicate Pregnancy? Understanding the Signs
Can a late period indicate pregnancy? Your girlfriend's last menstrual period was from May 1 to May 6, with a fertile window from May 14 to May 20. On May 27, there was a condom-protected intercourse with ejaculation inside (followed by a few more thrusts). Pregnancy tests t...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
For pregnancy concerns, please perform a home pregnancy test or consult a gynecologist for evaluation four weeks after sexual intercourse.[Read More] Could Late Menstruation Indicate Pregnancy? Understanding the Signs
Managing PCOS: Alternatives to Medications for Regulating Menstrual Cycles
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Hello Doctor: I have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and I do not have plans to conceive. My menstrual cycle has been getting longer as I age, and after turning 28, I need to take medication to induce my period. Each time I go for a check-up, the...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
There are various treatment options for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). In addition to individual differences, comprehensive health education is essential. It is recommended to consult a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology for evaluation in an outpatient setting.[Read More] Managing PCOS: Alternatives to Medications for Regulating Menstrual Cycles
Should I Return to the Hospital for My Irregular Period Concerns?
Do I need to go to the hospital again? Hello doctor, my menstrual cycle is generally regular, ranging from 29 to 31 days. My last period started on April 17, and on April 18, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend, but we used a condom throughout. My period was due on Ma...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
A 13 cm ovarian hematoma is an uncommon phenomenon, and it is recommended to actively follow up with medical appointments.[Read More] Should I Return to the Hospital for My Irregular Period Concerns?
Should You Wait or Return for More Menstrual Induction Pills?
The menstrual induction medication has been taken for 7 days? My menstrual cycle has been irregular these past few months. I took the medication to induce menstruation on the seventh day, but my period still hasn't started. Should I wait a few more days or go back to the cli...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you haven't had your period for over a week after taking the medication, it is advisable to return for a follow-up appointment. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should You Wait or Return for More Menstrual Induction Pills?
Understanding Secondary Amenorrhea: Induction and Ovulation Medications Explained
Secondary amenorrhea induction and ovulation medications? Hello, doctor! Since my first menstruation, it has been spontaneous, but subsequent cycles have required injections (progesterone) or medications such as Clomiphene, Provera, Medroxyprogesterone, and Estrogen. Occasionally...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if your menstrual period has not arrived, it is recommended to visit a hospital for a detailed blood test to check if your hormone levels are normal. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Secondary Amenorrhea: Induction and Ovulation Medications Explained
Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Taking Emergency Contraceptives
Taking menstrual induction medication for delayed menstruation? Hello, doctor. I had a miscarriage in September of last year, and since then, my menstrual cycle has been irregular, with two periods occurring each month until April of this year, when my cycle returned to normal, w...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Emergency contraceptive pills can cause irregularities in the subsequent menstrual cycle, with the duration varying from person to person.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Taking Emergency Contraceptives
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Possible Causes and Concerns in Women
Bleeding issues Hello Doctor: My menstrual period has been absent for two months (from March 10 to March 17, it hasn't come since then). I have a history of polycystic ovary syndrome and insulin resistance. I had intercourse between March 22 and 23. At the end of April and b...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test can confirm if you are pregnant. If you are not pregnant, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist to ask if you need to take medication to induce menstruation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Possible Causes and Concerns in Women
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Delayed Periods and Symptoms
Am I pregnant? Hello, Doctor: I had my period on April 3rd this year, and my usual cycle is expected to start on April 8th. I took the medication to induce menstruation until April 9th, and I started my period the next day on April 10th, which lasted for seven days until April 16...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there is a possibility of pregnancy, as the failure rate of condoms used throughout intercourse is over 5%, making it less reliable compared to other methods. Generally, it is not recommended to rely solely on condoms for contraception. Additiona...[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Delayed Periods and Symptoms
Delayed Menstruation: Understanding Causes and Pregnancy Concerns
Delayed menstruation? Your menstrual period started from March 24 to March 29. You had protected intercourse on April 4, and based on your cycle, your period was expected on April 22, but it did not arrive. On April 29, a pregnancy test showed negative results, and an ultrasound ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, I recommend waiting another week. If your period still hasn't arrived by then, please consult a physician for an examination. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Delayed Menstruation: Understanding Causes and Pregnancy Concerns
How Accurate Are Pregnancy Tests? Understanding Your Results
Is pregnancy testing accurate? Hello, doctor. I had intercourse with my girlfriend on April 8th. Her period was delayed by 3 days on April 21st. Today, the pregnancy test showed one line. Is this accurate? Is there still a risk of pregnancy?
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Mr. Anonymous: The accuracy of pregnancy tests is quite high, and since your period is already overdue, a negative result likely indicates that you are not pregnant, so there is no need to worry too much. I suggest you wait another week; if your period still hasn't arr...[Read More] How Accurate Are Pregnancy Tests? Understanding Your Results
Can Taking Menstrual Induction Pills Lead to Pregnancy?
Can taking menstrual induction medication cause pregnancy? My wife’s period has been delayed for almost a month. Recently, she visited a gynecologist, who prescribed her a three-day course of medication to induce menstruation. I would like to know if it is possible to become preg...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Mr. Zhang Xuan: Hello, regarding the issue you raised, it is still possible. If your period has not arrived a week after taking the menstrual induction medication, you should take a pregnancy test again. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Can Taking Menstrual Induction Pills Lead to Pregnancy?
Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: Safety and Usage
Taking menstrual induction medication? This time my period is six days late, so I went to the gynecologist for a test, and there was only one line. The doctor prescribed three days' worth of Duphaston. Is this a medication to induce menstruation or a medication to support pr...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, this is a menstrual induction medication. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: Safety and Usage
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Pregnancy Concerns
Menstruation is delayed by 10 days? My menstrual cycle has typically been 18 to 22 days. Last month, my period started on the evening of February 22 and ended on the 26th. I had unprotected intercourse on the morning of the 28th (no ejaculation, lasted 5 minutes). In the days lea...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. If your period does not arrive in another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes and Pregnancy Concerns