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Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Can They Prevent Pregnancy After Ovulation?

Emergency contraceptive pill If your menstrual period ended around the 10th of the month and you had unprotected intercourse around the 20th, followed by taking emergency contraception, and then experienced ovulation by the end of the month, there is a possibility of pregnancy. H...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of welcome is low, so we will need to observe. Wishing you good health.

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Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Menstrual Induction Pills?

I have been taking menstrual induction medication for two days? Because my period is late, I have taken five pregnancy tests, all of which were negative. The doctor prescribed me medication to induce my period (I have one day of medication left). Today, I had unprotected intercou...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections. This also helps to avoid unintended pregnancies. Emergency contraceptive pills should not be used as a method of post-coital contraception or guarantee 100% effectiveness. I...

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Can You Get Pregnant During Your Period? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns

Can you get pregnant if you have your period? Hello Doctor, I had my menstrual period from March 12 to 18. On March 17, when I was intimate with my boyfriend, his finger may have come into contact with a small amount of pre-ejaculate, and shortly after, he penetrated my vagina. T...


Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
There is still a risk of pregnancy, and it cannot be ruled out that it may be early pregnancy bleeding rather than menstruation. It is recommended to take a home pregnancy test or visit an obstetrics and gynecology clinic. If the test is negative, then there is no pregnancy, and ...

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Understanding Menstrual Pain and Fertility Challenges: When to Seek Help

Menstrual pain and pregnancy issues? Hello, doctor. I am currently trying to conceive and have been diligently using ovulation test strips for three cycles without success. Both my partner and I have normal preconception check-ups. During my last menstrual period, on the first da...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you still feel unwell, please visit a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Your Questions Answered

Emergency contraceptive pills Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the birth control pill I have been taking, which is Aivei 28. I started taking it over a year ago, with the first pill taken on April 5. The pills went missing on April 19, and I did not take any for more than...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there was bleeding on April 22, then start taking the medication from April 26. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Ovulation Spotting: Causes and Concerns for Women

Ovulation bleeding Hello, my last menstrual period started on April 9th. I had intimate relations with my boyfriend on April 19th, 20th, and 21st, and we used condoms, which we confirmed did not break. Today, on the day of ovulation, I noticed brown discharge in the morning (it w...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be ovulatory bleeding; just observe it. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding RU486: Ultrasound Accuracy and Pregnancy Concerns

May I ask the doctor? On January 3rd, I took RU486 to terminate the pregnancy. During the follow-up visit, the doctor performed an abdominal ultrasound to check if everything was cleared out. Is this examination accurate? Is a vaginal ultrasound not necessary? Isn't the abdo...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: Any ultrasound examination can be used, and the diagnosis is based on the physician's clinical experience. It is not possible to infer from your description whether the area has been adequately drained. Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares abou...

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Frequent Vaginal Bleeding After Injury: What You Need to Know

Vaginal injury with frequent bleeding during sexual intercourse? Hello doctor: My question is that I accidentally scratched my vagina with my fingernail and I'm not sure where. A few days later, I had sexual intercourse again and experienced frequent bleeding, which is not d...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
It is recommended that you seek medical treatment from an obstetrician-gynecologist. Thank you.

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Understanding Early Pregnancy Bleeding: Is It a Miscarriage?

Pregnancy bleeding I would like to ask the doctor, if there is bleeding with clots in the early stages of pregnancy, does that mean a miscarriage? Additionally, if the amount of bleeding is similar to a regular menstrual period and lasts for about 2-3 days, thank you, doctor.


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please visit the obstetrics and gynecology department for a follow-up examination. Wishing you good health.

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Post-Intercourse Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help

Postcoital bleeding Doctor, my last menstrual period ended around April 4th. I had sexual intercourse on April 5th, and about six hours later, I started noticing brown discharge. By April 10th, there was suddenly a large amount of brown discharge mixed with blood, and there was a...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors affecting intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, postcoital contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation,...

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Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Unprotected Intercourse

Could I become pregnant? My last menstrual period started on March 16. Around early April, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend, but he withdrew before ejaculation. We have taken precautions in subsequent encounters, but my period has not arrived yet. I have systemic l...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is a possibility of pregnancy even without ejaculation during intercourse, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. The failure rate of condoms as a contraceptive method is over 5%, making it less reliable compared to other methods. It is recommend...

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Understanding Changes in Menstrual Flow: Causes and Concerns

Menstrual issues Hello, doctor. Previously, my menstrual period lasted for 7 days, and I experienced blood clots along with severe menstrual pain. However, after taking traditional Chinese medicine, my condition has improved significantly, and I have had very little menstrual pai...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual blood volume in women may include hormonal imbalances, emotions, diet, age, and others. However, it is crucial to rule out the presence of uterine tumors, endometrial hyperplasia, cervical lesions, vaginal lesions, and so on. If th...

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Understanding Birth Control Pills: Safe Usage and Timing for First-Time Users

Miren® oral contraceptive pill Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you: Today, I received a prescription for "Mirel" contraceptive pills (21 tablets) to regulate my menstrual cycle. This is my first time taking contraceptive pills, and I want to regulate my cycle while a...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the first time you take birth control pills, it is recommended to start on the first day of your menstrual cycle. If you begin taking the pills after the second day of your period, it is advised to use additional contraceptive measures for the first seven days of pill use....

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Understanding Breast and Abdominal Symptoms After Medication Abortion

Breast issues Hello doctor, I previously had a medical abortion on March 2nd. After a follow-up appointment on March 16th, it was confirmed that everything was cleared. I engaged in sexual intercourse with my partner afterward, using contraception. My first menstrual period start...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, inquirer: The contraceptive effectiveness of condoms and emergency contraceptive pills is not 100%, with failure rates of about 5% and 3%, respectively. Additionally, early pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a judgme...

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Medical Abortion and Unprotected Sex

Pregnancy probability I would like to ask the doctor, I took the first dose of oral abortion medication on March 21 and the second dose on March 23. I bled continuously until April 1. I had sexual intercourse on April 8 and April 15 without using a condom. I would like to know wh...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is necessary to return for a follow-up examination to check for cleanliness. There is still a possibility of pregnancy with sexual intercourse, so contraception is still required. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health. Dr. Chang

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Post-Surgery Bleeding After Ovarian Cyst Removal: Is It Normal?

Post-operative bleeding for six months after laparoscopic surgery while taking ethinyl estradiol? Hello, Doctor. I had laparoscopic surgery for an ovarian cyst last September, and the cyst was quite large, measuring 8 centimeters. The surgeon mentioned that there was significant ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, let's observe for now and discuss it with the doctor during your next appointment. Wishing you good health.

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Should I Take a Pregnancy Test? Understanding Early Signs and Concerns

Can I get pregnant? Hello Doctor, my menstrual period started on April 7th. The amount and color of the bleeding are consistent with what I usually experience, but it came five days earlier than expected. Recently, I've been experiencing some abdominal discomfort and nausea,...


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

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Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns in Early Pregnancy

Are you pregnant? Hello Doctor, I had my menstrual period from March 12 to 18. On March 17, when I was intimate with my boyfriend, his fingers may have come into contact with a small amount of pre-ejaculate fluid, and shortly after, he penetrated my vagina. There was no other con...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the symptoms in early pregnancy are not always specific, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a diagnosis. There are many reasons for bleeding outside of the menstrual period. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank...

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Understanding Delayed Periods After Norethisterone: Key Questions Answered

After taking progesterone for seven days, my menstrual period still hasn't arrived? 2.29 The last menstrual period started, and it ended on 3.6 (my menstrual cycles are usually irregular). On 4.6, I had some friction with my boyfriend, but there was no penetration and no eja...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Your period is expected to come within a week after finishing the medication, so just wait and see. Wishing you good health.

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Estimating Conception Date and Paternity: A Guide for Women

I would like to know the approximate date of conception and who the partner is? I have had regular menstrual cycles for the past few months, with a duration of 7 days and a cycle length of 32 to 33 days. The dates of my menstrual periods are as follows: 2023/9/29 to 2023/10/5, 20...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances are greater for B, but since the timing for both is close, we cannot say for certain who it is. Wishing you good health.

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