Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Could It Be Pregnancy or Medication?
Menstrual issues Hello, I would like to ask about having sexual intercourse with my girlfriend on January 10th. Her next menstrual period was expected on January 31st, but it is now February 4th and she still hasn't gotten her period. We used condoms throughout the entire ti...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, to determine if you are pregnant, you can take a pregnancy test. The likelihood of being pregnant seems low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Could It Be Pregnancy or Medication?
Should You Continue Progesterone After a Negative Pregnancy Test?
If the pregnancy test is negative, is it necessary to continue supplementing with progesterone? Hello, Doctor: My menstrual cycle has been about 25-31 days over the past few months, but I occasionally experience slight brown discharge before my period, or my period may pause for ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can take a pregnancy test again. If it is still negative, it is likely that you are not pregnant. You may consider not taking progesterone. Please return for a follow-up appointment with your obstetrician-gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should You Continue Progesterone After a Negative Pregnancy Test?
Do Allergy Medications Affect Birth Control Pill Effectiveness?
Is there any interaction between taking oral contraceptives and nasal allergy capsules? Hello doctor, I just started taking Alesse a few days ago, and today is the 9th day of my first pack. However, my allergy symptoms have worsened recently. Will taking Sinus Relief capsules aff...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do Allergy Medications Affect Birth Control Pill Effectiveness?
Understanding Menstrual Regulation Medications: Your Questions Answered
Inquiry about menstrual regulation medications? At the end of November, the condom broke during intercourse. I took emergency contraception immediately and tested negative for pregnancy at the gynecology clinic on December 10. The doctor prescribed me six doses of "Postinor&...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is normal to have your period within a week after stopping the contraceptive pill. If you took a pregnancy test 12 days after intercourse and it was negative, it is likely that you are not pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Regulation Medications: Your Questions Answered
Is a Small Gestational Sac Too Small for Medical Abortion?
The gestational sac is too small for a medical abortion? The gynecologist informed that a gestational sac measuring 0.4 cm is not suitable for medical abortion and that it needs to grow to 0.8 cm before it can be considered. Is this really the case????
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
A 0.4 cm gestational sac is indeed slightly small, which may lead to misjudgment. Therefore, doctors typically wait for a larger and more definitive gestational sac before prescribing medication for abortion.[Read More] Is a Small Gestational Sac Too Small for Medical Abortion?
Can You Have Unprotected Sex While Taking Menstrual Induction Pills?
Unprotected sexual intercourse? Can I have unprotected sex while taking menstrual induction medication? Is there a risk of pregnancy?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the requester: Menstrual induction medications do not have contraceptive effects, so it is still necessary to take proper contraceptive measures. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Can You Have Unprotected Sex While Taking Menstrual Induction Pills?
Understanding Ergometrine Use: Effects, Side Effects, and Dosage Guidance
Ergometrine medication I have never given birth before, and recently I visited a gynecology clinic due to bleeding issues related to uterine polyps. I was prescribed ergometrine, and after taking it, I experienced side effects such as lower abdominal pain, slight nausea, and dizz...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you can tolerate the side effects of this medication, you can continue taking it; otherwise, stop the medication and consult your obstetrician-gynecologist to see if a different medication is needed. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Ergometrine Use: Effects, Side Effects, and Dosage Guidance
When to Expect Your Next Period After Taking Menstrual Induction Medication?
After taking menstrual induction medication, when will the next period occur after 7 days? I would like to ask about my menstrual cycle. My last period started on November 23, and I was expecting my next period around December 23, but it didn't arrive by December 30, making ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the inquirer: Due to your recent irregular menstrual cycles, it is possible that your next cycle may also be irregular. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] When to Expect Your Next Period After Taking Menstrual Induction Medication?
Do These Medications Affect Birth Control Effectiveness?
Drug interactions Hello, I recently had a follow-up appointment due to a recurrence of urticaria, and I am currently taking the contraceptive pill, Yaz. The doctor would like to know if the following medications will reduce the effectiveness of the contraceptive: Rinderon, Mequit...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do These Medications Affect Birth Control Effectiveness?
Impact of Vomiting on Birth Control Pill Effectiveness: What You Need to Know
Vomiting after taking emergency contraceptive pills? Hello, Doctor. Due to irregular menstruation, you prescribed me the contraceptive pill (Nina). I started taking the first pack on January 19th and have been taking it consistently every day at 12 AM. After taking it at 12 AM on...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant, and there is no need to take an additional pill. Just continue taking the medication as originally prescribed. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Impact of Vomiting on Birth Control Pill Effectiveness: What You Need to Know
Do Cold Medications Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?
Pre-medication: Interactions with Cold Medications Currently, I am taking cold medications, specifically Cephradine, Broen-c, Ascopine, and Dl-methylephedrine. Will these affect the effectiveness of my oral contraceptives? If so, which medications are involved? Thank you!
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do Cold Medications Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Timing and Effectiveness
Questions about emergency contraception? The last menstrual period started on January 15. I plan to start taking medication to regulate my cycle on January 31. Will my period only come after finishing one pack by the end of February, or could it also come while taking the medicat...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you take the entire pack of birth control pills, your period will come at the end of the month. Start the next pack on the fifth day of your period, and as long as you continue taking them, you will have contraceptive protection. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Timing and Effectiveness
Understanding Emergency Contraception: Pregnancy Risks and Symptoms Explained
Concerns about emergency contraception and the possibility of pregnancy? Hello, Doctor. On January 24, I had intercourse (the day after my period ended). We used a condom, but since the lights were off, I’m not sure if it was put on correctly, and I didn’t check it afterward. The...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause irregular menstruation, so just monitor the situation. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after unprotected intercourse. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception: Pregnancy Risks and Symptoms Explained
Foods and Supplements to Avoid While Taking Birth Control Pills
Are there any foods or supplements that should be avoided while taking pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)? If you are currently taking oral contraceptives, there are generally no specific foods or supplements that you must avoid. You can consume coffee, fish oil, cranberry supplemen...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Foods and Supplements to Avoid While Taking Birth Control Pills
Managing Adenomyosis: Comparing IUDs and Early Menopause Options
Intrauterine drug delivery system Hello doctor, I have had adenomyosis for many years and have been managing the pain with painkillers. However, in the past three months, I have started experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding, abnormal bleeding, and increased pain before my period....
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can take medication for the treatment of adenomyosis. Most people do well with it. Please consult an obstetrician-gynecologist at a major hospital. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Managing Adenomyosis: Comparing IUDs and Early Menopause Options
Understanding Vaginal Discomfort and Blood-tinged Discharge: What to Know
There is blood-tinged discharge and mild discomfort in the genital area? I have been feeling discomfort in my vaginal area lately. It's not very painful or itchy, just a mild discomfort, tightness, and warmth that I can't quite describe. For the past three days, my disc...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can apply some anti-itch ointment first. If you still experience discomfort, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Discomfort and Blood-tinged Discharge: What to Know
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills and Pregnancy Testing
Regarding emergency contraception and pregnancy testing? Hello Doctor: The date of the second intake of the emergency contraceptive (24+4 formulation) was on December 16, and light bleeding started on December 29. Following the gynecologist's instructions, I took progesteron...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, starting from the fifth day of your menstrual period, you can switch to a different brand of contraceptive pill to see if there is any bleeding. It should indicate that you are not pregnant. If there is a lot of discharge, you should consult a doctor; if it's not much...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills and Pregnancy Testing
Is It Normal to Switch from Medical Abortion to Vacuum Aspiration?
Is it normal to switch from a medical abortion to suction aspiration if the medical abortion fails? On January 25, after taking RU486, the next morning the doctor instructed me to take the first pack of uterine contraction medication. After taking it, I was in so much pain that I...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, since the medication is ineffective, surgery is the only option. Generally, the surgery is safe and typically does not affect future pregnancies. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Is It Normal to Switch from Medical Abortion to Vacuum Aspiration?
Concerns About Medication Effects on Early Pregnancy: A Doctor's Insight
Hello, doctor? Hello, doctor! My wife was diagnosed with hemolytic anemia on January 3rd at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital and started medication treatment. The medications are as follows: sennoside A+B calcium, two tablets daily (taken from January 17 to January 24), famotidine, t...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, most medications are safe, but there is one steroid medication that you should discuss with your primary care physician. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Concerns About Medication Effects on Early Pregnancy: A Doctor's Insight
Interactions Between Emergency Contraceptives and Cold Medications
Emergency contraceptive pills and cold medications? Hello Doctor, I usually take the oral contraceptive pill, Dailian. Recently, I have a cold, and the doctor prescribed a cold medication with the following ingredients: IBUPROFEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE HCL, CAFF...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact; you can proceed after a 30-minute interval. Wishing you good health![Read More] Interactions Between Emergency Contraceptives and Cold Medications