Can I Resume Taking Yaz Birth Control After a Break?
Emergency contraceptive pill I previously took Yaz, but I forgot to take the pills midway and stopped. After that, I restarted from the first day and completed the pack, but my period lasted over seven days. After seeing a doctor, I was prescribed medication to stop the bleeding,...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: You can continue taking Yuezhi. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Can I Resume Taking Yaz Birth Control After a Break?
Understanding Medication Abortion: Dosage and Guidelines Explained
Medication abortion dosage and administration? Hello Dr. Tsao: During my appointment today, although the physician provided a general explanation of the medication regimen, I was not in a good state at the time and am now uncertain about the usage of the medication at home. 1. ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have responded to your question. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Medication Abortion: Dosage and Guidelines Explained
Understanding Medication Abortion: Dosage and Guidelines Explained
Medication abortion dosage and administration? Hello Dr. Tsao: During my appointment today, although the physician provided a general guideline for medication usage, I was not in a good state at the time and am uncertain about the medical abortion procedure at home. 1. Could yo...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, just take the medication as instructed by your doctor. After finishing the medication, you may experience bleeding gradually. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Medication Abortion: Dosage and Guidelines Explained
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills After Uterine Surgery
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello, I had a hysteroscopy on May 27, and I have been taking the 28-day oral contraceptive pill for a long time. On the day of my follow-up appointment, the doctor informed me that I could continue taking the contraceptive without any issues. I would...
Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
If contraceptive pills are taken regularly, ovulation will not occur. The bleeding that happens after stopping the medication is called withdrawal bleeding, not a physiological menstrual period. It is advisable to follow your obstetrician's recommendations during your follow...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills After Uterine Surgery
Can I Take Prostaglandins with Pain and Hemostatic Medications?
Can prostate medications be taken together with analgesics and hemostatic agents? Hello Dr. Tsao: Due to a miscarriage, the physician has prescribed Misoprostol (prostaglandin), Acetaminophen, and Tranexamic Acid capsules for me to undergo a medical abortion. May I ask: is it com...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have already responded to your previous questions. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can I Take Prostaglandins with Pain and Hemostatic Medications?
Can I Take Prostaglandin with Painkillers and Hemostatic Drugs?
Can prostate medications be taken together with analgesics and hemostatic agents? Hello Dr. Tsao: I was prescribed Misoprostol (Cytotec), Acetaminophen, and Tranexamic Acid capsules for a medical abortion due to a missed miscarriage. I would like to ask: Is it common to take all ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, pain relievers should be taken after experiencing abdominal pain due to bleeding. As for hemostatic agents, since bleeding is a normal occurrence, they are generally not necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can I Take Prostaglandin with Painkillers and Hemostatic Drugs?
Understanding White Discharge: Causes and Treatment Options
White watery discharge Hello doctor, shortly after my period ended, I started experiencing white discharge from my intimate area (I have not engaged in sexual intercourse). Initially, it was a bit dry, but over the past few days, the discharge has become white and watery, making ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there is still no improvement, it is recommended to return to the obstetrics and gynecology department for further examination and treatment. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding White Discharge: Causes and Treatment Options
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Protected Intercourse
Is it possible to be pregnant? On April 26, sexual intercourse occurred with the use of a condom, and a water test was performed afterward (the condom did not break). Menstruation started on May 1, and there was no sexual activity for the entire month of May. However, menstruatio...
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] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Protected Intercourse
Can Norina Tablets Delay Menstruation? A Guide for Women
What is an erectile dysfunction medication? The last menstrual period was from May 10 to May 17, with a cycle of approximately 25 days, so the next expected period would be around June 5. If starting to take Norina Tablets 5mg from May 4, as per the pharmacist's instructions...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it may be too late, but please continue taking your medication. If your period starts, you can stop taking it. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Norina Tablets Delay Menstruation? A Guide for Women
Understanding Post-Hysteroscopy Recovery: What to Expect
Hysteroscopy post-operative care? Hello, I had a hysteroscopic polypectomy on May 27th. On the day of the surgery and the following day, I experienced very little brown discharge. By the third and fourth days, the bleeding increased and included some red blood, similar to the beg...
Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
It is normal to experience a small amount of vaginal bleeding or light yellow discharge after hysteroscopic surgery. However, if there is heavy bleeding, the discharge has an unusual odor, or if abdominal pain or fever occurs, you should seek medical attention promptly. Post-op...[Read More] Understanding Post-Hysteroscopy Recovery: What to Expect
Unexpected Spotting After Long-term Birth Control Use: What to Know
I have been taking birth control pills for over a year, and suddenly I started experiencing abnormal bleeding? Hello Doctor: I started taking oral contraceptives around November of the year before last, and my menstrual cycle has been regular and on time according to the calculat...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello, we recommend that you consult a physician at the outpatient clinic to rule out any other underlying conditions and to consider the possibility of switching your contraceptive medication. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Unexpected Spotting After Long-term Birth Control Use: What to Know
Understanding Ovulation Issues: Timing, Testing, and Chances of Conception
Ovulation issues Hello doctor, my average cycle is 29 days. The first day of my last menstrual period was on May 19, and I took ovulation medication. My expected ovulation date is June 26. I had an ultrasound done recently, and the doctor said that I could have intercourse in the...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, June 5th is a good day for intimacy. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Issues: Timing, Testing, and Chances of Conception
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Causes and Concerns
Menstrual issues My girlfriend usually gets her period around the 2nd to 3rd of each month. Last month, she experienced irregular menstruation around May 16 and consulted a doctor. The doctor prescribed medication to regulate her cycle, which she started taking on May 19. Althoug...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you are unlikely to be pregnant; it is possible that your menstruation is approaching. Please monitor the situation for now. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Causes and Concerns
What Happens If You Skip a Dose of Your Birth Control Pill?
What happens if I skip taking one dose of the emergency contraceptive pill? I took a 28-day oral contraceptive and today I finished the 28th pill. I realized that I skipped the 6th pill, and the first six pills seem to be sedatives, which means I took a different medication that ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, after finishing the original birth control pills, start taking the next pack on the fifth day after your period begins. Wishing you good health![Read More] What Happens If You Skip a Dose of Your Birth Control Pill?
Should You Continue Progesterone After Unexpected Bleeding?
Bleeding during progesterone therapy? Hello Doctor, I apologize for the interruption. I have a sudden situation I would like to consult you about. I underwent a polypectomy with a rapid clean knife on May 14, and during my follow-up appointment on May 24, the doctor prescribed pr...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please continue taking your medication until it's finished, and then return to the obstetrics and gynecology clinic. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should You Continue Progesterone After Unexpected Bleeding?
What Happens If You Skip a Pill in Your Birth Control Pack?
What happens if you skip a dose of the emergency contraceptive pill? I took a 28-day contraceptive pill and today I finished the 28th pill. I realized that I skipped the 6th pill, and the first six pills seemed to be sedatives, which means I was taking a different medication that...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, finish the current pack and start taking the next pack of birth control pills on the fifth day after your period begins. Wishing you good health.[Read More] What Happens If You Skip a Pill in Your Birth Control Pack?
Pregnancy Risk After Unprotected Intercourse During Menstruation
Emergency contraceptive pill after unprotected intercourse? Hello Doctor: 1. If intercourse occurred during menstruation (around day 3) with multiple instances of ejaculation inside, and this coincided with the completion of a 21-day course of oral contraceptives without taking...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be a safe period, so you are unlikely to get pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Pregnancy Risk After Unprotected Intercourse During Menstruation
Understanding Menstrual Cramps After First Sexual Experience
Menstrual pain began after engaging in sexual activity? Hello Doctor: Is it normal to suddenly experience menstrual pain after starting to engage in sexual activity, even though I never had it before? From the time I was in junior high until now, I have never experienced menstrua...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, theoretically it should not be related. If you are concerned, it is advisable to see a gynecologist for an examination. It is best to wait until after completing all three doses before engaging in sexual activity. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Cramps After First Sexual Experience
Can I Take My Birth Control Pill 9 Hours Late After Early Dose?
If you accidentally took the emergency contraceptive pill 12 hours early today, you can take the next dose 9 hours later tomorrow. However, it's important to follow the specific instructions provided with the medication or consult with a healthcare professional for personali...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can take your usual medication tomorrow evening. It doesn't need to be at an exact time; approximately is fine. It will still have contraceptive effects. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can I Take My Birth Control Pill 9 Hours Late After Early Dose?
Do Antibiotics Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?
Do antibiotics affect the effectiveness of birth control pills? Due to a burn, the doctor prescribed DEPYRETIN for inflammation and pain relief, and CEFALEXIN tablets as an antibiotic, to be taken four times a day: morning, noon, evening, and before bed. The anti-inflammatory med...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do Antibiotics Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?