Understanding Poor Ovarian Function: Implications and Treatment Options
Poor ovarian function? What does it mean when a doctor says ovarian function is poor? If I receive medication to induce menstruation, is it because I have already ovulated? If my period hasn't arrived yet, can I still ovulate during the period after receiving the medication ...
Dr. Lin Wenbin Reply:
Ovarian dysfunction refers to the inability of the ovaries to properly ovulate and secrete female hormones, leading to a state of degeneration. In normal individuals, ovarian function also declines around the age of 50, which is referred to as menopause. To determine if there is ...[Read More] Understanding Poor Ovarian Function: Implications and Treatment Options
Understanding Menstrual Changes After Induction: Key Questions Answered
Menstruation has started after taking menstrual induction medication? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask the following questions: 1. Is it possible to be three or four months pregnant and not see the fetus on an abdominal ultrasound? If the doctor quickly concludes that the uter...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Zi: 1. Is it possible not to see the fetus on an abdominal ultrasound at three or four months of pregnancy? Answer: Under normal circumstances, the fetus should be large enough to be visible by this time. Unless in very rare cases, where the menstrual cycle has becom...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Changes After Induction: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Menstrual Changes and Long-Term Birth Control Use
Menstrual regulation ~ contraceptive pills ~ I would like to ask if I should continue taking the menstrual regulation medication if I experience bleeding the next day. Is this my period? Additionally, what are the potential harms of taking long-term contraceptive pills? When do l...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: After taking medication to induce menstruation, if there is bleeding, it is important to assess whether you can continue taking it to achieve the desired effect by considering the amount of bleeding and your menstrual status. As for whether you can use contraceptives long-...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Changes and Long-Term Birth Control Use
Is Sida Limicin Tablet a Menstrual Inducer or Emergency Contraceptive?
"Sidar" Lamisil Tablets Is "Sida" Limesin Tablet T-033 a medication to induce menstruation? My period is usually 1-2 days late, but this time it is 5-6 days late. Will taking this be effective, or is it an emergency contraceptive? Which brand of oral contracep...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
I'm sorry! I don't know the active ingredients of "Shida" Limesin Tablet T-033, so I cannot respond to your inquiry. I recommend that you bring the medication, packaging, and the medication leaflet to consult with a nearby obstetrician or gynecologist for bett...[Read More] Is Sida Limicin Tablet a Menstrual Inducer or Emergency Contraceptive?
Understanding Severe Masculinization in PCOS: Causes and Concerns
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) & Masculinization Hello Doctor: I previously visited a gynecologist due to irregular menstruation. After blood tests and an ultrasound, I was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Currently, I rely on medication to induce menstruati...
Dr. Zhang Yongxuan Reply:
1. Hirsutism caused by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is primarily regulated by three important factors: 1) the actual concentration of free testosterone in serum, 2) the activity of the peripheral enzyme 5α-reductase, and 3) the cyclical changes in hair growth within the tissu...[Read More] Understanding Severe Masculinization in PCOS: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Severe Masculinization in PCOS: Causes and Concerns
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Hello Doctor: I previously visited a gynecologist due to irregular menstruation, and after blood tests and an ultrasound, I was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Currently, I rely on medication to induce menstruation each month, but...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may present with masculinization symptoms. However, based on your described situation, it is advisable to consult an endocrinology specialist in the obstetrics and gynecology department at a medical center such as National Taiwan University...[Read More] Understanding Severe Masculinization in PCOS: Causes and Concerns
Why Is My Period Delayed? Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Menstruation still hasn't arrived? Hello, Doctor: My last menstrual period started on October 31, and I have not had my period since then. In late December, I experienced 5 days of abnormal bleeding, which I thought was my period, but it was accompanied by brown discharge an...
Dr. Dong Yuhong Reply:
Hello: Menstrual irregularities are often related to abnormal ovarian ovulation. After taking medication to induce menstruation and confirming a negative pregnancy test, most individuals will experience their period within 3 to 5 days after completing the medication, although som...[Read More] Why Is My Period Delayed? Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Concerns About Infection After Gynecological Procedures: A Patient's Inquiry
Concerns about infection Dear Dr. Zhong, I would like to consult you regarding my situation. My expected menstrual period was on April 30, but since I had an appointment on May 1, I requested to have my period advanced at the clinic on April 24. After performing an abdominal ult...
Dr. Zhong Wenzhen Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: Electrocautery functions by using high temperatures to directly destroy infectious agents, eliminating the need for additional alcohol disinfection. As for oth...[Read More] Concerns About Infection After Gynecological Procedures: A Patient's Inquiry
Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Abnormal vaginal bleeding? My menstrual cycle has never been very regular. After taking medication to induce menstruation for the first two months, I had a normal period that month. However, in the past two months, my menstrual flow has decreased, and after my period, I've e...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Abnormal vaginal bleeding in women requires consultation with a gynecologist. A physician's examination is necessary to confirm the absence of any organ diseases or to determine if the irregular bleeding is due to irregular ovulation, commonly referred to as dysmenorrhea.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Concerns About Ectopic Pregnancy, Chocolate Cysts, and Ovulation Issues
Concerns about ectopic pregnancy, accuracy of pregnancy tests, chocolate cysts, and corpus luteum cysts? Six years ago, I was pregnant and underwent a medical abortion at six weeks due to financial pressures when I was younger. After the procedure, my menstrual cycles became irre...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Dear Miss: Determining whether it is an ectopic pregnancy may sometimes require a period of monitoring. I recommend that you closely follow up with a trusted obstetrician-gynecologist, who will appropriately explain your condition. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Hu...[Read More] Concerns About Ectopic Pregnancy, Chocolate Cysts, and Ovulation Issues
Understanding Infertility: Questions and Concerns for Women
Please inquire about infertility? Six years ago, I was pregnant and underwent a medical abortion at six weeks due to financial pressures when I was younger. Since the procedure, I have frequently experienced delayed menstruation, and my menstrual flow often seems to end quickly b...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
1. In my opinion, having been pregnant before does not equate to infertility. 2. I recommend that if you are not working night shifts, you can measure your basal body temperature. During the measurement process, it will become clear whether ovulation has occurred, when is the app...[Read More] Understanding Infertility: Questions and Concerns for Women
Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: What You Need to Know
Menstrual induction medication Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period was on January 27, and this time it came on February 29, but the flow is very light, almost just a little bit of spotting when I wipe after urinating. It's not even present every time I wipe. This situatio...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Please continue to take pregnancy tests and use menstrual induction medications before your formal menstruation arrives. The principle is that there are some differences between oral and injectable progesterone. The impact of these medications on the fetus should be explained by ...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: What You Need to Know
Understanding Excess Male Hormones: A Guide for Women with Irregular Cycles
Excessive male hormones??? Hello Doctor, I have been suffering from irregular menstruation since childhood, and for the past 2 to 3 years, I have been worried about whether my period will come at all. I previously visited a gynecology clinic where I received medication to induce...
Dr. Wu Zinan Reply:
There are many causes of amenorrhea, such as thyroid disorders, prolactin levels, ovarian function, and psychiatric medications, among others. Excess male hormones may require further evaluation at a medical center's gynecology or endocrinology department.[Read More] Understanding Excess Male Hormones: A Guide for Women with Irregular Cycles
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: When to Seek Medical Advice
Regarding menstruation..? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask... Is the calculation of the menstrual cycle from the first day of this month's period to the day before the next month's period? Since getting married, I have been recording the dates of my periods each month...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
1. That is indeed correct. 2. If the menstrual cycle is regular, a duration of 21 to 45 days is considered normal. 3. If the cycle exceeds the usual duration, one can take a pregnancy test or seek medical consultation. 4. For irregular cycles, it is important to rule out tumors f...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: When to Seek Medical Advice
How Soon Can You Confirm Pregnancy After a Missed Period?
How long does it take to know if you are pregnant? It has been more than 7 days since my period was due. On the fifth day of the missed period, I went to the hospital for a check-up and was told I am not pregnant. I also received medication to induce menstruation, but it has now ...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: The pregnancy test showed no pregnancy, but after finishing the menstrual induction medication, it has been a week and still no period. You should return for a follow-up appointment to check for pregnancy at the Hsinchu City Hospital Obstetrics and Gynecology Department.[Read More] How Soon Can You Confirm Pregnancy After a Missed Period?
Understanding Irregular Periods: What to Expect After Taking Medication
Irregular menstrual periods? Hello, I would like to ask you: I visited the obstetrics and gynecology department on November 14 because my period was already half a month late. At that time, I tested negative for pregnancy, and the doctor prescribed medication to induce menstruati...
Dr. Dai Qihan Reply:
It is recommended that you return to the prescribing physician for a follow-up appointment.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: What to Expect After Taking Medication
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights
What is the likelihood of becoming pregnant this way? My girlfriend's last menstrual period started on October 14, and the one before that was on September 16. Based on her two menstrual cycles of 28 days, I calculated her ovulation period to be between October 26 and Octobe...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
Hello: If your menstrual period still hasn't arrived, remember to take a pregnancy test. You can purchase a pregnancy test kit at the pharmacy to avoid the consultation fee. Sincerely, Dr. Huang Jian-Hsun, Obstetrician and Gynecologist.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights
Managing Irregular Periods: When to Consider Uterine Removal?
Menstruation has started and won't stop? Hello, doctor. Since April of last year, I have not had my period for three consecutive months. After taking medication to induce menstruation, my periods were normal for the first two months, but in the third month, the flow increase...
Dr. Xu Junzheng Reply:
Your issue may require a physician's personal examination to understand, as it is not possible to determine the cause based solely on symptoms. Thank you![Read More] Managing Irregular Periods: When to Consider Uterine Removal?
Understanding Insulin Levels: What They Mean for Irregular Menstruation
Insulin My menstrual cycle is very irregular; I almost always need to take medication to induce menstruation. I have taken ovulation medication, but it doesn't guarantee that my period will come. Recently, my doctor drew blood to find the cause and mentioned checking insulin...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: We recommend that you make a copy of your blood test report and come to our obstetrics and gynecology outpatient clinic, where we will provide you with a detailed explanation. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Understanding Insulin Levels: What They Mean for Irregular Menstruation
Understanding Chocolate Cysts: Menstrual Irregularities and Early Menopause Concerns
Issues After Chocolate Cyst Formation Hello Doctor, four years ago I underwent surgery to remove chocolate cysts from both ovaries, but the ovaries were preserved. Two years later, there was a recurrence, and I had to go back to the operating room. A year later, I returned for a ...
Dr. Xu Junzheng Reply:
Is it possible to have an early menopause? Blood tests can be conducted for this. At the age of 37, unless absolutely necessary, it is not recommended to remove the ovaries. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Chocolate Cysts: Menstrual Irregularities and Early Menopause Concerns