Managing PCOS: Concerns About Birth Control and Weight Gain
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - The doctor prescribed birth control pills, but there is obesity? Hello Doctor, I would like to share my symptoms: I was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) since middle school, and my condition has not been normal. My weight has been...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, your underlying issue is obesity. If you lose weight, your menstrual cycle may normalize. Therefore, I suggest trying to lose weight to see if your cycle becomes regular. A BMI over 30 is certainly not a good thing. Taking birth control pills merely supplements hormones ex...[Read More] Managing PCOS: Concerns About Birth Control and Weight Gain
Understanding Delayed Menstruation and the Role of Induction Medications
Regarding the issue of menstrual induction medications? Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period started on April 24. My cycles are usually quite regular, so I expected my period to arrive around May 24. However, after an ultrasound and a urine pregnancy test on May 30, both of whi...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraception taken within 72 hours after intercourse is approximately 97%, but it is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. Additionally, the impact of emergency contraception on menstruation can vary, and it may not necessarily cause a ...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation and the Role of Induction Medications
Interactions Between Birth Control Pills and Hemostasis Capsules: What You Need to Know
Interaction between oral contraceptives and hemostatic agents? Hello, doctor. Last month, due to a delayed menstrual period and a Candida infection, my doctor prescribed a suppository and a medication to induce menstruation. After taking the medication for six days, my period sta...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the user: During the use of oral contraceptives, if menstruation or breakthrough bleeding occurs, there is no need to stop taking the medication; continue to take it as scheduled. Once the body adjusts to the contraceptive, abnormal bleeding should cease. However, if irreg...[Read More] Interactions Between Birth Control Pills and Hemostasis Capsules: What You Need to Know
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: When to Seek Treatment?
Delayed menstruation? About three to four months ago, I experienced a delayed menstrual period. At that time, I went for an examination and received a medication to induce menstruation, after which my period returned. For the following two to three months, my menstrual cycle was ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, your period can be delayed for 1 to 2 weeks. If your period does not arrive, it is recommended to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: When to Seek Treatment?
Understanding Ovulation and Pregnancy Concerns: Your Questions Answered
Is it ovulation or pregnancy? Hello, doctor. Since the onset of my menstruation, my periods have never been regular. After visiting the doctor, I was prescribed medication to induce menstruation, and it usually takes more than three months of medication for my period to come. I s...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception for accurate results. There is a low chance of pregnancy if intercourse occurred on April 17 or April 21. Pre-ejaculate fluid cannot guarantee the absence of sperm, so it is advisable to use contraception m...[Read More] Understanding Ovulation and Pregnancy Concerns: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Symptoms and Management Tips
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Hello Doctor, I recently visited a gynecologist due to ovulation bleeding and underwent a transvaginal ultrasound, which revealed polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). My menstrual cycle has been regular and the flow has not decreased, so the doctor a...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you are likely experiencing ovulatory bleeding rather than polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Typically, individuals with PCOS have irregular menstrual cycles, which does not seem to be the case for you. If it is indeed ovulatory bleeding, hormonal adjustment can help. It i...[Read More] Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Symptoms and Management Tips
When Will My Period Return After a Natural Miscarriage?
When will menstruation return after a miscarriage? I have a follow-up appointment on April 29, and my urine test shows that I have naturally miscarried completely. The doctor prescribed me medication to induce menstruation. I would like to know if I can take the medication to ind...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can eat together. Menstruation will return 30 to 60 days after a miscarriage. Wishing you good health.[Read More] When Will My Period Return After a Natural Miscarriage?
Understanding Irregular Periods: Questions About Menstruation and Pregnancy Testing
Menstruation On February 21, my period started and ended on February 26, but there was still a little bit of bleeding. On February 27, I had unprotected intercourse and ejaculation occurred. My period started again on March 22, but it was very light at first. I took a pregnancy t...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
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Understanding Irregular Periods and Pregnancy Testing: A Guide for Women
Menstruation On February 21, my period started and ended on February 26, with a little bit of blood remaining. On February 27, I had unprotected intercourse and ejaculation occurred. My period arrived on March 22, starting with just a little bit of flow. I took a pregnancy test o...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to check for pregnancy if your formal menstruation does not arrive by the 5th to 14th. Additionally, menstrual induction medication will not cause irregular periods. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods and Pregnancy Testing: A Guide for Women
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Safety and Recommendations
Emergency contraceptive pill Could you please clarify if we had intercourse a week before menstruation, and some semen entered her vagina? Is this considered a safe period? P.S. Her last period started on March 16, and her menstruation is already four days late this month. What s...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
For such issues, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Service's "Sexual Wellness e-Learning" or the Obstetrics and Gynecology Society's "Adolescent Contraceptive Guidance Consultation" at http://goo.gl/dc6PfW1. The calculation of safe pe...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Safety and Recommendations
Understanding Irregular Menstruation: When to Seek Further Gynecological Care
Irregular menstruation? Hello Dr. Chang, I would like to ask you a question. My usual menstrual cycle is every 31 to 35 days. My last period started on February 27. During this cycle, I took influenza medication, and I was receiving injections and medication throughout March. I e...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment for the physician to examine and assess whether everything is normal. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstruation: When to Seek Further Gynecological Care
Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Understanding Causes and Seeking Solutions
Postcoital bleeding Hello, I would like to ask a few questions. First, let me briefly summarize my medical history. On December 26, I underwent a suction curettage (abortion) and experienced bleeding for 10 days, followed by brown discharge. After taking medication to promote ute...
Dr. Yang Wangjun Reply:
Hello: (1) A pelvic examination can reveal the source of the bleeding. (2) Generally, it is difficult to visually assess precancerous lesions of the cervix, and a Pap smear is necessary for diagnosis. Typically, precancerous lesions of the cervix rarely present with bleeding symp...[Read More] Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Understanding Causes and Seeking Solutions
Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Menstrual Inducing Medication?
Can you still get pregnant while taking contraceptive pills? I would like to ask, I had my period on December 27 and January 27, and I started early on February 23, but I didn't have my period in March. In early April, I went to see a gynecologist, and during the ultrasound,...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
If you're feeling uneasy, you might consider taking emergency contraception. To determine if you're pregnant, you'll need to wait, but it's best to use preventive measures beforehand. If your period hasn't arrived a week after taking the medication to ind...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Menstrual Inducing Medication?
Understanding the Effects of Menstrual Induction Medication
Taking menstrual induction medication? Hello, I had my last menstrual period on February 10, and I haven't had my period since then. On March 30, I went to the gynecologist for a urine test, which showed I am not pregnant. The doctor prescribed a three-day course of medicati...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it's best to observe for now. Generally, after taking menstrual induction medication, menstruation occurs within 3 to 7 days. If there is still abnormal bleeding, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Effects of Menstrual Induction Medication
When Did I Conceive? Understanding Ovulation and Pregnancy Timing
When did I conceive? Hello, my last menstrual period was on July 23, 2015, and my next period started on August 25, 2015. I had been taking ovulation medication previously, but my cycle is very irregular without medication. I have endometriosis and have undergone treatment, inclu...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please follow the results provided by your obstetrician-gynecologist. Medicine always has exceptions and miracles happen. Wishing you good health.[Read More] When Did I Conceive? Understanding Ovulation and Pregnancy Timing
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: When to Seek Help
Menstrual issues Hello! On January 15, I had brown discharge for about three days. My period did not come in February. After seeing a Western medicine doctor, I was confirmed not to be pregnant, and the doctor prescribed medication to induce menstruation. After taking it for a we...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you are experiencing irregular menstruation, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist for treatment. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: When to Seek Help
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Irregular Periods and Spotting
Could this lead to pregnancy? I had my last menstrual period on February 6, and this month it was due on March 5. I had intercourse during this time, and my period still hasn't arrived. I've seen a doctor and received injections and medication to induce menstruation, bu...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit a hospital for a detailed examination by an obstetrician-gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Irregular Periods and Spotting
Understanding Pregnancy Tests: Positive Results and Next Steps
Regarding pregnancy testing? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period started on February 5, and my cycle is irregular. On March 10, I used a pregnancy test, which showed a positive result, with a faint second line. Until March 13, I continued to test positive with the line becomin...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
It is recommended not to take menstrual induction medication at this time. Please consult with an obstetrician-gynecologist to discuss the situation and have the doctor confirm it again. If it is not possible to confirm with a home pregnancy test, consider going to a large hospit...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Tests: Positive Results and Next Steps
Understanding Delayed Periods: Is Pregnancy Still a Concern?
Contraceptive issues I apologize, but if you used a condom throughout intercourse, did not ejaculate, and were in the safe period, the likelihood of pregnancy is quite low. Since your expected period on February 25 has not arrived and you have taken two pregnancy tests on differe...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances are low, but it is best to take preventive measures beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Periods: Is Pregnancy Still a Concern?
Understanding Menstrual Delays: Is Pregnancy a Concern?
Contraception issues I apologize, but if you used a condom throughout intercourse, did not ejaculate, and were in the safe period, it is generally considered low risk for pregnancy. Since your expected period on February 25 has not arrived and you have taken two pregnancy tests o...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low, but it is best to take preventive measures beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Delays: Is Pregnancy a Concern?