Understanding Miscarriage: Signs and Symptoms After Medication Use
Medicated abortion due to an unhealthy embryo? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask: I used HCG on September 30, confirmed embryo exclusion on October 2, had no bleeding on October 10, and noticed a bit of pink discharge on October 23. Is this my period? Thank you.
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you return for a follow-up appointment to confirm a complete miscarriage, as this will help determine the timing of your menstruation. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Miscarriage: Signs and Symptoms After Medication Use
Medication Consultation for Breastfeeding Moms: Sleep Aids and Safety
Consultation on the use of sleep medications during breastfeeding? Hello, Director Cao! I am a breastfeeding mother, and my child is currently 14 months old. Recently, the frequency of my child waking up at night for milk has increased, making it difficult for me to fall asleep a...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the amount of medication that is secreted into breast milk after taking it is generally very small. If you really cannot sleep, it may be necessary to take it; otherwise, taking care of your child could become an issue. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Medication Consultation for Breastfeeding Moms: Sleep Aids and Safety
Understanding Interactions of Emergency Contraceptives and Antibiotics
Interactions of Emergency Contraceptive Pills I have already taken the fifth pack from June 30 to July 20, the first pack from July 28 to August 17, the second pack from August 25 to September 14, the third pack from September 22 to October 12, and the fourth pack starting Octobe...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, antibiotics do not affect the effectiveness of birth control pills, so if you are taking contraceptives, you should not become pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Interactions of Emergency Contraceptives and Antibiotics
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Bleeding: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? Hello Dr. Tsao: My menstrual period started on October 2nd and lasted for 8 days with heavy flow. Since my period is still ongoing, I visited the doctor on October 11th. An ultrasound was performed, and the d...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit a gynecologist for menstrual regulation. If there is still no improvement, further examination may be necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Bleeding: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Causes and Concerns After Illness
Menstrual irregularities On October 4th, I had a normal menstrual cycle. During my period, I experienced ovarian inflammation and visited a gynecologist who prescribed antibiotics to take until the 14th. My period ended on the 11th, but on the 14th, I caught influenza A from my b...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: The four reasons you mentioned are all possible. Please monitor your next menstrual period. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Causes and Concerns After Illness
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Concerns
Menstrual Cycle and Pregnancy Issues I have been taking 21 birth control pills, and my period usually starts on the third day after finishing the pack. However, this time my period is almost a month late. I plan to continue taking the next month's birth control pills, and I ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Oral contraceptives must be taken at the same time every day, and correct usage can achieve a 99% effectiveness rate in preventing pregnancy. If there is no expected withdrawal bleeding during the placebo interval after consecutive pill use, pregnancy should be suspected. The cau...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Concerns
Understanding Delayed Periods After Emergency Contraception: What to Know
Menstruation is delayed by one month? Hello, doctor. I am feeling quite anxious, so I wanted to ask a question. On September 14, I had intercourse with my girlfriend, but the condom broke. There was no ejaculation inside, and she took emergency contraception. Her estimated next m...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical lesions, infections, ovulati...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Periods After Emergency Contraception: What to Know
Understanding Early Menstruation After Missing Birth Control Pills
Taking premenstrual medication can cause an early onset of menstruation? Because I forgot to bring my medication (Yaz 28-day) on 10/19 and 10/20, I didn't take it. So on the nights of 10/21 and 10/22, I took two pills each night. However, on the morning of 10/23, I noticed s...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if you miss taking your birth control pill for more than 24 hours, you should stop taking the current pack of pills and refrain from taking them for seven days (including the days you missed). After that, you can continue with the next cycle. If you miss a pill and do not ...[Read More] Understanding Early Menstruation After Missing Birth Control Pills
Stopping Birth Control Pills: What to Expect and Next Steps
Discontinuing the use of oral contraceptives? Hello Doctor, I previously took the emergency contraceptive pill (Diane) for four months, during which my menstrual cycles were normal. Last month, I stopped taking the medication, and after one month, I started taking it again. Howev...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be in about a month, and it won't affect your health. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Stopping Birth Control Pills: What to Expect and Next Steps
Missed Period After Two Cycles: Is Pregnancy Possible?
I had two menstrual periods in September, and I haven't had one since October 25th? My girlfriend had her period on September 2 and September 25, but she hasn't had one on October 25. Will she get her period this month? What about next month? Could this be a sign of pre...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation...[Read More] Missed Period After Two Cycles: Is Pregnancy Possible?
Missed Period After Two Cycles: Is Pregnancy Possible?
I had two menstrual periods in September, and I haven't had one since October 25th? My girlfriend had her period on September 2 and September 25, but she hasn't had one on October 25. Will she get her period this month? What about next month? Could this mean she is preg...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions in the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation...[Read More] Missed Period After Two Cycles: Is Pregnancy Possible?
Missed Period After Two Cycles: Is Pregnancy Possible?
I had two menstrual periods in September, and I haven't had one since October 25th? My girlfriend had her period on September 2 and September 25, but she hasn't had one at all on October 25. Will she get her period this month? What about next month? Could this mean she ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors affecting the menstrual cycle are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation...[Read More] Missed Period After Two Cycles: Is Pregnancy Possible?
Concerns About Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Pregnancy Possibility?
Emergency contraceptive pill issues Hello Doctor: I have been on medication for two months. In the first month, I took Aiky, and after stopping the medication, I experienced withdrawal bleeding the next day. After stopping for seven days, I started taking Dailian in the second mo...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you probably won't get pregnant. Just wait and see. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Concerns About Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Pregnancy Possibility?
Understanding Abnormal Spotting: When to Seek Medical Advice
Blood in secretions My menstrual cycle is consistently between the 8th and 10th of each month. This month, my period started on the 9th and lasted for seven days. On the 21st, I experienced a sudden light spotting, which was minimal enough that I didn't need to use a panty l...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be ovulatory bleeding; just observe it. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Spotting: When to Seek Medical Advice
Switching Birth Control Pills: What You Need to Know for Effectiveness
Switching birth control brands? Initially, I was taking the contraceptive pill Qlaira and had taken 8 packs. During that time, I occasionally felt nauseous and had the urge to vomit. I consulted my obstetrician, who suggested switching to Yaz. I waited until I finished the 21 pil...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, taking the medication should provide contraceptive effects. You should expect your period to come 3-4 days after taking the medication, and you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Switching Birth Control Pills: What You Need to Know for Effectiveness
Understanding Menstrual Delay: When to Seek Help and Pregnancy Concerns
Menstrual period is delayed by five days as of October 21? My menstrual cycle is not irregular but also not completely regular, ranging from 33 to 37 days. On September 29, the app predicted my ovulation date in early October (I don't remember the exact date), and I had my l...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are not pregnant. Wait for another week, and if your period still does not arrive, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Delay: When to Seek Help and Pregnancy Concerns
Does Taking Birth Control Late Affect Its Effectiveness?
Taking the contraceptive pill late after the break period? Hello Doctor, I have been taking the contraceptive pill, Mestranol, consistently for about a year and a half. However, during the seventh day of my pill-free interval, which is when I was supposed to start a new pack (the...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, I recommend continuing your medication as originally scheduled. Thank you! Wishing you peace and good health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Does Taking Birth Control Late Affect Its Effectiveness?
Understanding Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns for Women on Birth Control
Brown discharge I have been taking the contraceptive pill Yaz (24+4). After finishing the last day, my period has not arrived, and the next day I started a new pack. I had sexual intercourse that day but without ejaculation. After the intercourse, I experienced some bleeding, and...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors affecting intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, contraceptives, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation, pregnancy...[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns for Women on Birth Control
Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Causes and Concerns
Menstrual issues I have an irregular menstrual cycle, ranging from 17 to 30 days. My last period was from September 14 to September 20, and the one before that was from October 1 to October 6. Currently, I am preparing for a major exam. On October 7 and 8, I performed oral sex on...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of pregnancy are low but not impossible. As long as there are active sperm present in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is still a possibility of pregnancy regardless of the method of intercourse. It is advisable to take a...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Causes and Concerns
Missed Period After Taking Menstrual Regulation Pills: What to Know
Taking menstrual regulation medication but still not having a period? A few months ago, my menstrual cycle was normal, but this month it hasn't occurred. There has been no sexual intercourse, but the male partner's genitalia has been in close proximity to the vaginal ar...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovu...[Read More] Missed Period After Taking Menstrual Regulation Pills: What to Know