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Understanding Natural Miscarriage: Timing and Options for Unplanned Pregnancy

I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that? Doctor, I had unprotected intercourse with my girlfriend on October 22, and she took the emergency contraceptive pill on October 25. Currently, her period has not arrived, and neither of us is planning to have a child. Question...


Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello Mr. Chen: 1. If your menstrual period is due and has not arrived, you can take a pregnancy test, or test 14-21 days after sexual intercourse. 2. Please consult a gynecologist to discuss that the administration of menstrual induction injections is ineffective.

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Persistent Bleeding After Taking Medroxyprogesterone: What to Know

I have been taking Medroxyprogesterone for 6 days and I am still experiencing bleeding? Hello, doctor. I have a delayed menstrual period since September because I am going abroad, so I visited the obstetrics and gynecology department. Following the doctor's advice, I have be...


Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello: If you experience abnormal bleeding despite taking medication, it is recommended to return for further examination or to adjust the medication.

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Unusual Bleeding After Medication: Why Is It Increasing?

Abnormal bleeding, with increased blood volume after taking medication? I had my menstrual period from October 26 to October 31. Then, on November 5, I experienced unexpected bleeding, but the amount was not significant—just enough to require a panty liner. The doctor examined me...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to return to the original clinic for treatment. Wishing you good health.

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How Will 21-Day Birth Control Pills Affect My Next Period?

When will my next period come after taking a 21-day oral contraceptive pill? On November 6, the first day of my menstrual period started. The app predicts that my next period will be from December 6 to 13. Since I will be traveling abroad from December 2 to 5 and have a wedding p...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please start taking the contraceptive pill from November 12th. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Possible Causes and Concerns

Delayed menstruation? Hello, I would like to inquire about my situation. My last menstrual period started on September 27, and I have not had my period by November 2, which is about a week late. I had unprotected intercourse on October 29. My menstrual cycles have been regular, u...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovu...

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Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Safe Sex Practices

Is it possible to get pregnant this way? Hello, doctor. Today, on November 5th, I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend (we used a condom correctly throughout). It lasted about 30 minutes, and when I ejaculated, I pulled out and finished outside. However, at the end, I notice...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of contraception using condoms is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. Therefore, 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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Can Pre-Ejaculate and Semen Escape During Condom Use?

Condoms and Pregnancy Hello, two days ago I had intercourse with my girlfriend. During the process, a small amount of pre-ejaculate and semen leaked from my penis. We took a break while still wearing the condom, but it was not inside my girlfriend's vagina. During the break,...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of using condoms for contraception is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. Therefore, 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 Ovulation vs. Implantation Bleeding: Key Insights for Women

Is it ovulation bleeding or implantation bleeding? Hello doctor, my girlfriend had her period from October 15 to October 21, and we had sexual intercourse on October 22. After that, she experienced bleeding on November 3, November 5, and November 6, which was brown in color. In t...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is difficult to determine the cause of the bleeding. The failure rate of condoms as a contraceptive method is over 5%, which makes it less reliable compared to other methods. Therefore, it is recommended that if your menstrual period is more t...

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Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Advice

Menstrual irregularities Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about an issue I experienced. In May, on a certain day, I noticed a faint pinkish blood streak when I wiped after urinating, which occurred intermittently. A few days later, my menstrual period started. This continued fo...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the ...

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First-Time Use of Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Key Questions Answered

First time taking emergency contraceptive pills #Ella 24+4? Hello Doctor, Due to the long-distance meeting, I will be going to the United States for 32 days starting from December 14th. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. My expected menstrual period is December 1...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period. If you want to delay it further, you can continue taking another pack of contraceptive pills after finishing the first one, and then stop taking the pills once you get home. Wishing y...

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First Time Taking Birth Control Pills: When to Start for Best Results?

First time taking oral contraceptives? Hello Dr. Tsao, this is my first time taking the oral contraceptive pill. The instructions for Aivei suggest starting on the first day of my period or the first Sunday after my period begins. I have found varying recommendations online; some...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period, and it will be effective as long as you take it. Wishing you good health!

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Can You Take Birth Control Pills After Menstruation Induced by Medication?

Can I take emergency contraceptive pills after taking menstrual induction medication? I would like to ask the doctor, after taking menstrual induction medication and getting my period, can I start taking preemptive contraceptive pills to regulate my cycle on the third day of my p...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, start taking birth control pills on the fifth day of your menstrual period. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Test Results: What Do Faint Lines Mean?

Pregnancy test questions? Hello, doctor. I had my menstrual period on August 30 (light flow), September 9 (normal), and October 5 (normal). I had sexual intercourse on October 14, 15, 20, and 31 (using a condom with no ejaculation). On November 4, I took a pregnancy test and saw ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please wait another week. If there is still no improvement, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Can You Get Pregnant After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?

Emergency contraceptive pill I have been taking the medication for six months. My last menstrual period started on October 4, but my doctor advised me to stop the medication for one month after six months of use. My next period was expected around October 31 (I had sexual interco...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you are unlikely to be pregnant. Wait for another one to two weeks, and if your period still hasn't arrived, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Do You Need Emergency Contraception? Understanding Your Cycle and Risks

Do I need to take emergency contraception? Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period was from October 19 to October 24, with a cycle length of approximately 30 to 32 days. My basal body temperature during the ovulation period is as follows: October 30: 36.25, October 31: 36.11, Nove...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you did not use complete contraceptive measures, it is advisable to take emergency contraception as a precaution. Wishing you good health.

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Effective Treatments for Severe Menstrual Pain and Blood Clots

Menstrual pain issues? Your son's girlfriend experiences severe pain during her menstrual period, accompanied by the presence of many blood clots. What treatment options are available for this condition?


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to see a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Menstrual Cycles: Your Questions Answered

Probability of Pregnancy My menstrual cycle is quite irregular, ranging from 17 to over 30 days. The previous cycles were from September 14 to September 20, and the last one was from October 1 to October 6. On October 7 and 8, I engaged in oral sex with my boyfriend, and he touch...


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 there is a delay in your menstrual cycle, you can take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for confirmation. Thank...

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Understanding Menstrual Cycle After Medical Abortion: Key Insights

Medically induced abortion due to an unhealthy embryo? Hello Doctor: How long will it take for the first menstrual period to come after a medical abortion? Is the ovulation period still calculated from the first day of the menstrual cycle? Thank you, Doctor.


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: The duration of menstruation after a medical abortion will be the same as before. The ovulation period is calculated starting from the first day of menstruation. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Is It Normal to Experience Increased Menstrual Flow After Masturbation?

Masturbation during menstruation? Is it normal for menstrual blood color to suddenly change to bright red and for the flow to increase after masturbation on the sixth or seventh day of the menstrual period, when it was originally almost finished with brown color and minimal bleed...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: It may be caused by uterine contractions, and if it lasts only 1-2 days, it is considered normal. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Understanding Hemostatic Medications: Managing Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

I would like to inquire about hemostatic agents? My menstrual period started on October 15 and has been continuous. Initially, it felt like a regular period, but later it turned into bright red bleeding. I had a transvaginal ultrasound, which revealed a 2 cm fibroid in the muscul...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, bleeding may be related to stopping medication. If the bleeding is significant, consider it as your menstrual period and observe for a few more days to see if it stops. If it doesn't, you should consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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