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Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice

Abnormal bleeding Hello, Doctor. I am currently 31 years old, 158 cm tall, and weigh 52 kg. I have been exercising regularly for the past six months and usually use a mobile app to track my menstrual cycle, which averages 35-40 days. I feel that my menstrual flow is relatively li...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, work, psychological stress, or changes in life can all affect the menstrual cycle. If your period is significantly delayed or absent, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation. You can also inquire about health check-up arrangements during your outpatient visit. Thank you...

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Managing PCOS: The Role of Emergency Contraceptives and Menstrual Regulation

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and the use of emergency contraceptive pills? Hello, Doctor. I am a patient with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and have been using menstrual regulation medication prescribed by my gynecologist for nearly a year. I have had adjustments to the do...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, please inform during your follow-up visit that common side effects of emergency contraceptive pills include nausea, vomiting, abnormal bleeding, breast tenderness, bloating, abdominal pain, dizziness, headache, and fatigue. If you experience abnormal bleeding or abdominal ...

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Understanding the Contraceptive Effects of Menstrual Regulation Medications

Menstrual regulation medication and contraception issues? Hello, Director Lin. I finished my menstrual period on July 12 (which was 5 days ago), but I started experiencing abnormal bleeding on July 15. I consulted a gynecologist who suggested that it might be a hormonal imbalance...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: 1. Taking the two medications together will not have contraceptive effects; they are only for regulation. 2. It is recommended that you continue taking them, but your menstrual cycle may become irregular. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares abo...

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Understanding Menstrual Cycle Changes After Stopping Hormonal Medications

The side effects of menstrual regulation medication are too severe, leading to early discontinuation of the treatment? I recently made plans to go swimming, so I bought medication to delay my period and started taking it about 10 days before my expected period. However, due to st...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should expect your period to arrive about three to four days after stopping the medication. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy Tests and Stress Factors

Amenorrhea I would like to ask the doctor about my girlfriend's menstrual cycle. Her last period was from June 8 to June 13, and her cycles have been consistently 28 days apart. We had sexual intercourse on June 15 with a condom. On July 8, she experienced the same abdominal...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are not pregnant. Wait for another week, and if there is still no change, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Changes in Vaginal Discharge While on Birth Control

I don't know what happened? I have recently been taking Diane contraceptive pills to regulate my menstrual cycle. This morning, I noticed a significant amount of white, thick discharge from my vagina, which is unusual for me in the mornings. I've been experiencing this ...


Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
Hello, before taking contraceptive pills, please consult with a gynecologist to discuss and understand the side effects of the medication before starting it, as this will provide the greatest benefit to the patient. The most common adverse reactions associated with Delyla include...

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Understanding Side Effects of Diane Birth Control Pills in Women

Medication issues 1. I would like to ask if it is normal for my body temperature to rise from approximately 36.2°C to 36.9°C after taking the Diane contraceptive pill for regulating my menstrual cycle, especially since I also feel nauseous and have abdominal discomfort?


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, just observe. Wishing you good health.

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Can You Get Pregnant with Irregular Periods? Understanding Delayed Menstruation

Menstrual delay Having intercourse on May 24 and experiencing a heavy menstrual period on June 5, along with a history of irregular menstrual cycles, raises questions about the likelihood of pregnancy. If you had a normal menstrual period, it generally indicates that you are not ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Vaginal Discharge: Is It Related to Birth Control or Something Else?

Suspected sexual assault? I am currently taking Diane contraceptive pills to regulate my menstrual cycle, but I have recently experienced a lot of thick white discharge. This morning, I noticed vaginal wetness; could it be due to taking the contraceptive pill last night? I also f...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: Your issue is too complex to address online. If you have concerns about sexual assault, it is recommended that you visit the obstetrics and gynecology department at Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, to take care of your health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Intercourse: Key Insights

Having unprotected intercourse with your girlfriend raises the risk of pregnancy. The likelihood of conception depends on various factors, including the timing of her menstrual cycle, her overall fertility, and whether she is using any form of contraception. If she is in her fert...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of pregnancy should be low. I suggest waiting another week, and if your period still hasn't arrived, it would be advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Menstrual Irregularities: Causes and Concerns

Menstrual irregularities I finished my menstrual period on June 4th, but I had sexual intercourse on June 8th using a condom, and I checked afterward to ensure it didn't break or leak. My next period was due on June 29th, but it was delayed by five days, and when I took a pr...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, conditions such as hormonal imbalances or uterine fibroids, as well as psychological factors like stress from academics, work, or daily life, can all affect the menstrual cycle. It is recommended to maintain a regular lifestyle, avoid staying up late, ensure adequate sleep...

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Concerns About Pregnancy After Incorrect Condom Use: What to Know

Reapplying a condom after it has been put on the wrong way? On the night of July 2nd, I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend. The condom was put on inside out (it couldn't be rolled down), and I immediately turned it around and put it on correctly (I subconsciously used...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. You can take a test to check, and if your period still hasn't arrived in a week, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Is There Still a Chance of Pregnancy? Should You Get a Blood Test?

Is there still a chance of pregnancy in this situation? Would you recommend taking a blood test for pregnancy? On May 25, my menstrual period started and ended on May 31. I had sexual intercourse on June 5, where there was some rubbing near the vagina without a condom, but I used...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding White Discharge While Taking Birth Control Pills

Secretion of fluids I have recently been taking Diane contraceptive pills to regulate my menstrual cycle. This morning, I noticed a wet feeling in my vagina with white, sticky discharge. I would like to know what this could be due to. Am I being harmed?


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, occasional discharge can be observed. If it becomes excessive and does not improve, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Impact of Starting Birth Control a Day Late: Risks and Concerns

Starting birth control pills one day late? I have been taking Dailian for 9 months. I was supposed to start a new pack on July 2, but I actually started on July 3. I continued taking it on July 3, 4, 5, and 6 (without any precautions during that time) and only realized that I had...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not have much impact. Just follow the pharmacist's instructions. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Irregular Periods After Emergency and Birth Control Pills

Post-coital and pre-coital contraceptive pills can cause prolonged menstrual bleeding? Hello, I had a regular menstrual cycle of about 30-33 days. My last period started on May 15, and I had safe sexual intercourse (using condoms). On June 15, there was an accidental contracept...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please finish taking the emergency contraceptive pill and start the next pack of birth control pills on the fifth day after your period begins. Monitor for any abnormal bleeding; if it persists, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Effectiveness of NuvaRing After Being Out for Over 6 Hours

The Mirena IUD has been out of the body for more than 6 hours? Hello doctor, I took out my contraceptive ring around 1 AM on July 6 and put it in the refrigerator. I realized I forgot to put it back in at 7:30 AM, so I immediately reinserted it. During this time, I had sexual int...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to take emergency contraceptive pills just in case. Intrauterine devices (IUDs) should be removed when necessary. Wishing you good health.

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Effectiveness of NuvaRing After Being Out for Over 6 Hours

The Mirena IUD has been out of the body for more than 6 hours? Hello Doctor, I took out my contraceptive ring around 1 AM on July 6 and put it in the refrigerator. I realized I forgot to put it back in at 7:30 AM, so I immediately reinserted it. During this time, I had sexual int...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to take emergency contraception just in case. Wishing you good health.

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Managing Menstrual Regulation: What to Do If You Can't Return for Treatment

Currently undergoing menstrual regulation but unable to return for a follow-up appointment? Hello Doctor, I am currently undergoing menstrual regulation treatment with Clomiphene Citrate, taking it from the fifth to the ninth day of my menstrual cycle, repeating this for six cycl...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can go to a nearby obstetrics and gynecology clinic to get medication. Wishing you good health.

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Risk of Pregnancy from Incorrect Condom Use: Key Questions Answered

The probability of pregnancy when a condom is worn inside out? Hello Dr. Tsao, my girlfriend took an emergency contraceptive pill on May 8 (the second one this year). Her menstruation started on May 29. We had sexual intercourse on June 28, twice, using condoms throughout. After ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. You may want to wait another week or two, and if your period still hasn't arrived, it's advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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