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Is Early Menstruation Normal After Taking Flu Medication?

Menstruation arrived early after taking medication? In recent days, I contracted influenza A and took antiviral medication, such as Oseltamivir (Tamiflu). However, my menstrual period started 5 days early. Is this normal? Thank you, doctor.


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

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Understanding Emergency Contraception: Is It Necessary After Menstrual Changes?

Uncertain whether it is effective beforehand? My girlfriend took the emergency contraceptive pill for the first time during her recent menstrual period. She started taking it around the fourth day of her period and continued taking it without stopping. About a week later, due to ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you consistently take oral contraceptives, they will be effective for contraception. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes, Pregnancy Risks, and Medication Effects

Irregular menstrual cycle? Hello, I would like to ask about my girlfriend's menstrual cycle, which has been quite irregular, with cycles of 28, 33, 35, 38, and 42 days. Her last menstrual period was from October 31 to November 7. Since then, we have had sexual intercourse on...


Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, regarding delayed menstruation, it is recommended to visit a gynecology clinic for evaluation. Thank you.

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Understanding Yellow-Green Discharge: Is It a Sign of Trichomoniasis?

Yellow-green discharge Hello, I have been experiencing vaginitis since around August or September, characterized by yellow-green discharge. I have visited two gynecologists who both diagnosed it as a yeast infection. The first time I got infected, I had been swimming in the ocean...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if you experience any of the following conditions with vaginal discharge, it is advisable to consult a physician: 1. An abnormal increase in quantity that causes discomfort, to the extent that you may need to use panty liners. 2. Changes in the color and consistency of the...

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Starting Birth Control During Misunderstood Menstrual Cycle: What to Do?

Taking contraceptive pills thinking that menstruation has started? If you previously stopped taking your medication and are now considering restarting it, but mistakenly took the first pill of your birth control thinking your period had started when it actually hasn't, it is...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to stop the medication and wait for your regular menstrual period to start before beginning a new pack. If necessary, please consult your physician for relevant examinations and evaluations. Thank you! Wishing you safety and hea...

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Understanding Pregnancy Risks During Ovulation and Safe Sex Practices

Pregnancy Risks Hello, Doctor: I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend today around 7 PM. After checking an ovulation calculator online, I found that it was 2-3 days before ovulation. We used a condom throughout the entire sexual activity, including during foreplay, and it did...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of contraception using condoms throughout the entire cycle is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your menstrual period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health. D...

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Risk of Pregnancy After Condom Failure: What You Need to Know

I discovered that the condom broke after use? The last menstrual period started on December 2, with a cycle of approximately 28 to 30 days. There was vaginal discharge starting around December 10, which ceased on December 15. On December 17, ejaculation occurred inside while usin...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is best to use emergency contraception as a remedy. However, its effectiveness is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. If your period is more than a week late, you should still check for pregnancy. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health...

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Risk of Pregnancy After Condom Failure: What You Need to Know

After realizing that the condom broke? The last menstrual period started on December 2, with a cycle of approximately 28 to 30 days. Clear discharge began around December 10 and stopped on December 15. On December 17, ejaculation occurred inside while using a condom, but upon ins...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it would be best to use emergency contraception as a remedy. However, its effectiveness is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. If your period is more than a week late, you should still check for pregnancy. Thank you! Wishing you peace and ...

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Should I Use Danazol for My Ovarian Pain and Hormonal Imbalance?

Should I use Epinastine? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing consistent right abdominal pain during my ovulation period for the past four months (the pain lasts for 3-4 days and then subsides). Recently, in the past month, I have also had pain during my menstrual period (again...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on the situation you described, I recommend discussing your concerns with your treating physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety and good health. Dr. Chang

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Can You Get Pregnant from Touching? Understanding the Risks

Can I get pregnant? On December 16, my girlfriend touched my genital area, and I'm not sure if she came into contact with pre-ejaculate fluid. Her hands seemed dry. After about five minutes of hugging, she went to the bathroom without washing her hands (I confirmed that her ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of pregnancy are low but not impossible. As long as there are active sperm present in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is still a possibility of conception, regardless of the method. It is advisable to take appropriate co...

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances and Pregnancy Test Accuracy: Key Insights

Probability of Pregnancy On November 25, sexual intercourse occurred (with a condom used and checked, but ejaculation happened inside the condom). The last menstrual period was on November 9, with a cycle of 32 days lasting 7 days. On the evening of December 16, a pregnancy test ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of using condoms for contraception is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your menstrual period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances and Home Pregnancy Test Accuracy

Probability of Pregnancy On November 25, sexual intercourse occurred (with a condom used and checked, but ejaculation was inside the condom). The last menstrual period started on November 9, with a cycle length of 32 days, lasting for 7 days. On the evening of December 16, a preg...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of using condoms for contraception is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your menstrual period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang

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Understanding Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding: Causes and Treatments

Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding? Hello, Doctor! I am currently taking a 28+4 oral contraceptive pill. My last menstrual period lasted for six days and ended on December 2nd. Since then, I have been experiencing brownish discharge (like coffee grounds) that is minimal and on...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it may be related to stopping the medication. Continue taking the anticoagulant, and if your period starts, you can stop the medication. Wishing you good health.

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Should You Replace or Remove Mirena After Menopause?

Should the Mirena be removed or replaced after menopause? Seven years ago, I experienced excessive bleeding due to adenomyosis, and my doctor assisted in the placement of a Mirena IUD. Three years later, blood tests confirmed that I had entered menopause, and it has been about fo...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, at 55 years old, you are likely in the menopausal or perimenopausal stage. If you are not experiencing any discomfort, my recommendation is to discontinue Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and monitor your condition. If you have not had any menstrual periods, you can also ...

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Understanding Ovulation Signs: Yellow Discharge During Pregnancy Preparation

(Trying to conceive) There is discharge 5 days after menstruation? Hello, doctor. I am currently trying to conceive. My menstrual period started on December 5 and ended on December 10, with a cycle length of about 35 days. I had intercourse on December 1, 2, and 3. I noticed a sl...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, ovulation should occur around the 24th. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Yellow Discharge: Signs of Ovulation During Pregnancy Prep

(Trying to conceive) There is discharge 5 days after menstruation? Hello, doctor. I am currently trying to conceive. My menstrual period started on December 5 and ended on December 10, with a cycle length of about 35 days. I had intercourse on December 1, 2, and 3. I began notici...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have responded to your question. Wishing you good health.

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Is It Implantation Bleeding? Understanding Early Pregnancy Signs

Could this be implantation bleeding? Hello, doctor: My last menstrual period was on November 20th. This month, on December 14th, I suddenly noticed some bleeding, but it stopped the next day. I initially thought it might be ovulation bleeding, but it seems like that time has alre...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be ovulation. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after normal sexual intercourse. Wishing you good health.

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Will Vaginal Ultrasound Records Appear on Health Insurance Card?

Will there be a record of the vaginal ultrasound on the health insurance card? Hello, doctor. The last day of my last menstrual period was on October 16, and I haven't had my period for two months now, as it has usually been quite regular. I had sexual intercourse on Novembe...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can know if you are pregnant 12 days after sexual intercourse, and there will be no record on your health insurance card. Wishing you good health.

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Will Vaginal Ultrasound Records Appear on Health Insurance Card?

Will there be a record of the vaginal ultrasound on the health insurance card? Hello, doctor. The last day of my menstrual period was on October 16, and it has been two months since then without a period, as I have usually been quite regular. During this time, I had sexual interc...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have responded to your question. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding After Emergency Contraception

Menstrual irregularities Hello: I had unprotected sexual intercourse with my girlfriend on November 18 and 19, without ejaculation inside. On November 22, she purchased and took a second-generation emergency contraceptive pill. She started bleeding in the afternoon on December 5,...


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. Based on the description, you can either take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for evaluation. Thank you.

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