Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes, Treatments, and Future Implications
Irregular menstrual cycle? I got my first period when I was in the first grade, but after that, my menstrual cycle has not been regular, and I have to rely on medication to induce my period. I usually don't experience any abdominal pain, and aside from the first time when th...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I got my first period in seventh grade, but after that, it has never been regular and I have to rely on medication to induce it. I usually don't experience any pain in my abdomen, and aside from the first time when the flow was heavy, everything else has been normal. I don&#...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes, Treatments, and Future Implications
Delayed Menstruation and Abdominal Pain: Understanding Your Symptoms
Menstruation has been absent for a long time, accompanied by lower abdominal pain and discharge? Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period was on February 3rd (I haven't had a period for over four months). I consulted a gynecologist on May 12th and took birth control pills for...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The last menstrual period was on February 3rd (over four months without menstruation). On May 12th, I sought help from a gynecologist and took birth control pills for a month until June 8th. I also started taking a menstrual induction medication daily from June 4th. On June 9th, ...[Read More] Delayed Menstruation and Abdominal Pain: Understanding Your Symptoms
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Irregular Periods and Symptoms
I would like to confirm if this is pregnancy? Hello Doctor, my menstrual period was from April 12 to April 14 with normal flow, and it decreased until it ended on April 16. In May, my period was supposed to start on May 12, but it didn't come. Thirteen days later, I went to ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Menstruation occurred from April 12 to April 14 with normal flow, but from April 15 to April 16, the flow decreased until it ended. In May, when my period was expected on May 12, it did not come. Thirteen days later, I went to the hospital for a urine test, which came back negati...[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Irregular Periods and Symptoms
Missed Period: Pregnancy Concerns or Health Issues?
Missed menstruation? My last menstrual period started on April 11, but it hasn't come yet. I took a pregnancy test on May 28, and it showed one line. I've also noticed an increase in vaginal discharge, and a few days ago, my breasts felt a bit sore. During this time, I&...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The last menstrual period was on April 11, but it hasn't arrived yet. I took a pregnancy test on May 28, and it showed one line. I've also noticed an increase in vaginal discharge, and a few days ago, my breasts felt a bit sore. During this time, I had intercourse with ...[Read More] Missed Period: Pregnancy Concerns or Health Issues?
Understanding Irregular Periods and Pregnancy Possibilities
Possibility of Pregnancy Hello Doctor, my menstrual cycle has been irregular for the past two months. Two months ago, there was a 47-day gap, and last month my period was from April 2 to April 6, and it still hasn't come since then. I had sexual intercourse with full condom ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, after taking the medication to induce menstruation, it usually takes 3-7 days for your period to start. You can observe for now, as the chances of pregnancy are low. If your period does not arrive after another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good ...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods and Pregnancy Possibilities
Is Medication the Only Solution for Irregular Periods?
Is it only possible to induce menstruation through medication? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles since I started menstruating in sixth grade. Sometimes my period comes every twenty days, other times it takes over forty days, and during college, I e...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Ting: Based on the laboratory data, your condition appears to be polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), as your LH levels are significantly higher than your FSH levels (more than twice). Additionally, your testosterone levels are also elevated. You meet more than two criteri...[Read More] Is Medication the Only Solution for Irregular Periods?
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Menstrual Irregularities After Contraceptive Use
Can I get pregnant? On April 7, I took medication to induce menstruation for three days and also took one dose of emergency contraception. My period started normally on April 17, following my previous period on March 18. My cycle seems regular, but since May, I haven't had m...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. On April 7th, I took medication to induce menstruation for three days and also took one dose of emergency contraception. My period started normally on April 17th, after having last menstruated on March 18th. The cycle seems normal, but I haven't had my period since May, a...[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Menstrual Irregularities After Contraceptive Use
Is It Possible to Be Pregnant If Your Period Is Two Weeks Late?
Is it possible to be pregnant if my period is two weeks late? Hello, my previous menstrual periods were on 3/28, 2/27, 1/19, 12/14, and 11/07. This time, my period has not arrived yet. Since 4/1, I have had sexual intercourse weekly with condom use throughout, but I have not been...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. The previous menstrual periods were on March 28, February 27, January 19, December 14, and November 7. Since I have not had my period this time, I have had sexual intercourse every week from April 1 until now, always using condoms, but I have not been taking oral contraceptive...[Read More] Is It Possible to Be Pregnant If Your Period Is Two Weeks Late?
Is Late Menstruation a Sign of Pregnancy? Understanding Your Symptoms
Is it possible to be pregnant if my period is two weeks late? Hello, my previous menstrual periods were on 3/28, 2/27, 1/19, 12/14, and 11/07. This time, my period has not arrived yet. Since 4/1, I have had sexual intercourse weekly with full condom use, but I have not been takin...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. The previous menstrual periods were on March 28, February 27, January 19, December 14, and November 7. Since this period has not yet arrived, and I have had sexual intercourse every week from April 1 until now with full condom use but without taking oral contraceptives, I feel...[Read More] Is Late Menstruation a Sign of Pregnancy? Understanding Your Symptoms
Can You Still Get Pregnant After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills?
Is it still possible to get pregnant after taking menstrual induction medication? I would like to ask if there is still a possibility of pregnancy after taking medication to induce menstruation. I had sexual intercourse before March 11, but none afterward. My period started on Ma...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello, Miss Dou: If you have not had sexual intercourse since March 22 and you visited the clinic on April 25 for menstrual induction with a positive pregnancy test, pregnancy should be ruled out. Many cases of delayed menstruation are due to anovulation, which can result in ligh...[Read More] Can You Still Get Pregnant After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills?
Can You Get Pregnant with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome? Understanding the Risks
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Pregnancy? Your girlfriend has been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and usually takes oral contraceptives. Her last menstrual periods were on March 20, April 15, April 21, and April 26. She was expected to have her period on Ap...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
My girlfriend has been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and usually takes oral contraceptives. Her last menstrual periods were on March 20, April 15, and she had sexual intercourse on April 21 and April 26. Normally, her period should have started around April 20, ...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome? Understanding the Risks
Understanding HCG Blood Tests for Pregnancy: Key Insights
Pregnancy test through blood HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) test? The last menstrual period was on March 24 (the cycle is usually irregular, ranging from 31 to 50 days). The last sexual intercourse was on April 21. On April 27, I visited a gynecologist, and the transvaginal u...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The last menstrual period was on March 24 (the cycle is usually irregular, ranging from 31 to 50 days). The last sexual intercourse was on April 21. On April 27, a transvaginal ultrasound was performed at the gynecology clinic, which indicated no follicles, and it was recommended...[Read More] Understanding HCG Blood Tests for Pregnancy: Key Insights
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Delayed Periods and Medication Safety
Is it possible to be pregnant? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period started on February 27. In March, my husband and I did not use contraception. My menstrual cycles are usually very regular, and I conceived my first child quickly without contraception. This time, we also did n...
Dr. Yang Wangjun Reply:
Hello: (1) Currently, pregnancy test kits have very high sensitivity, typically able to detect pregnancy with a B-HCG concentration of 20 mIU/ml or higher in urine, which means pregnancy can be detected 7-10 days after intercourse. Therefore, if you are certain that you have not ...[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Delayed Periods and Medication Safety
Understanding Menstrual Induction: Common Concerns and FAQs
Menstrual induction Hello, Doctor: I had sexual intercourse on March 19 with a condom. On April 1, I had sexual intercourse without a condom at first, but then I used one. On April 7, I visited a gynecologist because I hadn't gotten my period in March, and my periods had als...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Karen: 1. You have taken the menstrual induction medication for three days, and it is normal to experience brown discharge in the past two days. It is recommended that you stop taking the medication, and your menstrual flow should increase. 2. There is still a possi...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Induction: Common Concerns and FAQs
Can I Get Pregnant with Irregular Periods and Unprotected Sex?
Can I get pregnant? Hello, I would like to ask about my irregular menstrual cycle. My last period was nearly four months ago (December 2016), and this time my period started after taking medication to induce menstruation. I had unprotected intercourse on the sixth day of my perio...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. The menstrual cycle is very irregular. The last menstrual period was nearly four months ago (December 2016), and this time the menstruation occurred after taking medication to induce menstruation. Answer: Hormonal blood tests and ultrasound examination are needed. 2. There w...[Read More] Can I Get Pregnant with Irregular Periods and Unprotected Sex?
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Could It Be Pregnancy?
Delayed menstruation? On April 2nd, there was a sexual encounter with condom use throughout and no unusual activities. Afterward, it was checked and there were no holes in the condom. Menstruation was expected on April 6th but did not occur. This means that intercourse happened f...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On April 2nd, there was a sexual encounter, but a condom was used throughout with no unusual activities. Afterward, an inspection showed no tears in the condom. My period was expected on April 6th, but it did not arrive. This means that intercourse occurred four days before the e...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Could It Be Pregnancy?
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Causes and Solutions
Menstrual issues Hello Doctor, since my last menstrual period on October 26, 2016, my menstruation has not returned, and I have not engaged in any sexual activity. I am a nursing student and I am under a lot of pressure from my studies. My sleep is irregular, and I get less than ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Since my last menstrual period on October 26, 2016, I have not had my period, and there has been no sexual activity in between. As a nursing student, I am under a lot of pressure from my studies. My sleep is irregular, and I get less than 8 hours of sleep each night. I remember t...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Menstrual Irregularities: Your Concerns Addressed
Pregnancy test questions? Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period was on February 13, and I don't remember when it ended. I had sexual intercourse from February 27 to March 2 while I was abroad. Since returning home, my period has not arrived, and urine tests have all been n...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The last menstrual period was on February 13, and the end date is not remembered. Sexual intercourse occurred from February 27 to March 2 while abroad. Since returning home, the menstrual period has not arrived, and urine tests have all been negative. On March 23, a visit to the ...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Menstrual Irregularities: Your Concerns Addressed
Understanding Post-Menstrual Cycle Changes After Taking Induction Medication
Taking menstrual induction medication? Hello, doctor. I came in on February 26, but I felt that the flow and color were different from before, so I went to see a doctor. The doctor performed a transabdominal ultrasound and a transvaginal ultrasound and said it didn't look li...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On February 26, I noticed that my menstrual flow and color were different from before, so I went to see a doctor. The doctor performed a transabdominal ultrasound and a transvaginal ultrasound and mentioned that it didn't look like a normal period, suggesting it might be rel...[Read More] Understanding Post-Menstrual Cycle Changes After Taking Induction Medication
Understanding the Possibility of Cryptic Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
The likelihood or probability of a cryptic pregnancy? Hello Doctor, my last normal menstrual period was on December 28. My cycle is irregular, averaging 34 days. I had sexual intercourse on January 11, and on January 26, I experienced light bleeding that lasted for six days, with...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
In Taiwan, urine tests combined with ultrasound examinations make cryptic pregnancy almost nonexistent, while the United States has a varied standard of medical care.[Read More] Understanding the Possibility of Cryptic Pregnancy: What You Need to Know