Understanding Light Menstrual Flow: What to Expect After Treatment
Insufficient menstrual flow I visited the obstetrics and gynecology department on February 5th due to having very light menstrual flow for two consecutive months. The doctor prescribed me a medication called "Xintong" (a type of hormonal pill) to regulate my menstrual c...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended that if your menstrual period does not arrive one week after taking the medication, you should consult a gynecologist for evaluation. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Chang.[Read More] Understanding Light Menstrual Flow: What to Expect After Treatment
Understanding Emergency Contraception: Your Questions Answered
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello Doctor: My girlfriend's last menstrual period started on January 28. We had sexual intercourse on February 5, during which we used a condom and there was no ejaculation inside. However, to ensure more effective contraception, she took emerg...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be due to taking the emergency contraceptive pill, so you are unlikely to be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Pregnancy probability On February 12, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend without using a condom. He did not ejaculate, but I am concerned about pre-ejaculate fluid. I took emergency contraception within 7 hours after the encounter. I also have polycystic ovary syndrome (P...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances are probably slim. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding: Questions for Your Gynecologist
May I ask you a few questions regarding #205457? Hello Dr. Tsao, based on the previous situation, my menstruation started 23 hours after sexual intercourse, and there was no other sexual activity prior to that. May I ask you if the red clotted material and some red membranous sub...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be your menstrual period. If you're concerned, you can take a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding: Questions for Your Gynecologist
Can You Get Pregnant Right After Your Period? Understanding Irregular Cycles
Irregular menstrual cycles can make it difficult to predict ovulation. If you had unprotected intercourse the day after your period ended, there is still a possibility of pregnancy, especially if you have a shorter cycle. Sperm can survive in the female reproductive tract for up ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of pregnancy should be low. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant Right After Your Period? Understanding Irregular Cycles
Understanding Post-Intercourse Menstrual Issues: Your Questions Answered
Menstrual issues after sexual intercourse? My girlfriend had her menstrual period from February 2 to February 6. We had sexual intercourse during this time, and on February 6, the blood flow was very light. There was ejaculation inside, and in the afternoon of that day, she took ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is likely that the irregular menstruation is caused by taking the emergency contraceptive pill. Just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Intercourse Menstrual Issues: Your Questions Answered
Could She Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Unprotected Sex
Are you pregnant? Hello doctor, my girlfriend's last menstrual period started on January 3rd. We had protected intercourse on January 19th. After that, she had a severe cold for two weeks, and she also experienced some emotional distress, which left her feeling very weak. Sh...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you probably won't be pregnant, but you can take a pregnancy test to check. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Could She Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Unprotected Sex
Understanding Delayed Periods: Pregnancy Risks and Other Factors
Menstrual issues Hello doctor, my girlfriend's last menstrual period started on January 3rd, and we had protected intercourse on January 19th. During those days, she experienced light bleeding and discharge. Additionally, she had a severe cold for two weeks, during which she...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you probably won't be pregnant, but you can take a pregnancy test to check. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Periods: Pregnancy Risks and Other Factors
Understanding Pregnancy Bleeding: What to Do When It Resembles Menstruation
Pregnancy bleeding resembling menstruation? The last menstrual period was on January 7, with a cycle length of 26 to 27 days. I took a pregnancy test on February 4, which showed a faint positive result. I continued testing for three days, and the second line became slightly darke...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, there is a possibility of miscarriage. The bleeding is generally similar to a menstrual period, and it may occur in about a month and a half. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Bleeding: What to Do When It Resembles Menstruation
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Protected Sex
Can I get pregnant? Having sexual intercourse around the time of your menstrual period while using a condom generally reduces the risk of pregnancy. However, if your period arrived a day early and then changed from heavy to light and then had a small amount of bleeding on the sev...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you probably won't be pregnant, but you can take a pregnancy test to be sure. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Protected Sex
Understanding Blood Tests for Pregnancy: When to Seek Further Testing
Blood test for pregnancy issues? Hello Doctor: I had sexual intercourse on January 1st (11 days after my menstrual period, with a cycle length of 46 days for both cycles). I took emergency contraception within 24 hours after the intercourse. After taking the medication, I started...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and also to prevent unintended pregnancies. If your menstrual period is delayed, you can take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Blood Tests for Pregnancy: When to Seek Further Testing
Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Cycles and Contraceptive Use
Probability of Pregnancy I have irregular menstrual cycles. My period stopped from November 29 to December 3, and then I got my period again on December 16. I started taking emergency contraception on December 16 to regulate my cycle, but my period stopped on December 20. I conti...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you are likely not pregnant. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse. Start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Cycles and Contraceptive Use
Can You Get Pregnant from Unprotected Withdrawal During Menstruation?
Can you get pregnant from unprotected intercourse during menstruation? The following are the dates of my girlfriend's menstrual periods: July 20 - July 25, August 29 - September 4, October 9 - October 15, November 14 - November 20, December 15 - December 21, January 22 - Jan...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Just monitor the situation for now. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Unprotected Withdrawal During Menstruation?
Understanding Abdominal Pain and Irregular Periods: Pregnancy Concerns
Occasional abdominal discomfort and cramping raises concerns about the possibility of pregnancy? Last month, my menstrual cycle suddenly became irregular. I usually have a regular period that starts around the 25th of each month with a cycle of about 30 days. However, on December...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of pregnancy should be low. A pregnancy test can typically be taken 12 days after intercourse. The encounter on January 16th is unlikely to result in pregnancy. Ovulation occurs approximately 14 days before the next menstrual period, but since the timing of ...[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain and Irregular Periods: Pregnancy Concerns
Am I Likely to Be Pregnant? Understanding Your Cycle and Symptoms
Is it possible to be pregnant? Hello doctor, my menstrual periods were on November 15, December 17, and January 15. I had unprotected intercourse on January 26 and January 28. I would like to know what the chances of getting pregnant are. During these two days, I noticed that my ...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections, while also preventing unintended pregnancies. If your period is delayed, you can take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Am I Likely to Be Pregnant? Understanding Your Cycle and Symptoms
Can Pre-Ejaculate Fluid Cause Pregnancy? Understanding the Risks
Prostatic fluid Hello, doctor. On February 4th, I had intercourse but did not ejaculate. However, I'm unsure if pre-ejaculate fluid entered. Is there a chance of pregnancy? My last menstrual period started on January 20 and ended on January 25.
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to take emergency contraception as a precaution. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Pre-Ejaculate Fluid Cause Pregnancy? Understanding the Risks
Understanding Ultrasound Gestational Age and Conception Dates
How to calculate the conception date based on ultrasound gestational age? The first day of my last menstrual period was November 14. My menstrual cycle is sometimes regular, but occasionally it can be delayed by a week. According to my period tracking app, my ovulation date was D...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is more likely to be December 12, but the two times are too close together, making it difficult to say. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Ultrasound Gestational Age and Conception Dates
Pregnancy Risk and Emergency Contraception: Key Insights for Women
Pregnancy possibility + emergency contraception Q1: If there was a small amount of semen or pre-ejaculate on your fingers, and you wiped it with your pants and then touched other areas before briefly touching the outside of the female partner's genital area without inserting...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if your menstruation has arrived, it means you are not pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Pregnancy Risk and Emergency Contraception: Key Insights for Women
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Oral Sex and Emergency Contraception
Pregnancy probability The last menstrual period was from January 9 to January 14. On January 30, there was jelly-like discharge in the morning, and in the afternoon at 3 PM, there was some contact and oral sex. If I performed oral sex on my boyfriend and there might have been a m...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. A pregnancy test can be taken 12 days after unprotected intercourse. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Oral Sex and Emergency Contraception
Dizziness During Menstruation: Causes and Pregnancy Concerns
Dizziness during menstruation? In the past, I would experience mild abdominal pain and other symptoms before my period, but this time there were no noticeable symptoms prior to menstruation. After my period started, I experienced dizziness, sometimes to the point of feeling nause...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, whether or not you are pregnant can be determined through a pregnancy test, but the likelihood may not be high. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Dizziness During Menstruation: Causes and Pregnancy Concerns