Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Can Friction Without Ejaculation Cause Pregnancy?
Pregnancy probability Hello, I would like to ask about the chances of pregnancy if my boyfriend rubs at the entrance after getting an erection, but there is no secretion. We used a condom during intercourse, and he pulled out before ejaculation. The condom was intact and did not ...
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[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Can Friction Without Ejaculation Cause Pregnancy?
Can I Get Menstrual Induction Shots to Delay My Period?
To administer a menstrual induction injection? Doctor, I will be traveling abroad from December 1 to December 8. My menstrual periods in the last three months were on August 3, September 1, and October 1, each lasting exactly 7 days. Can I get a menstrual induction injection in O...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to consult with an obstetrician-gynecologist after October 20th for an evaluation to determine whether it is more appropriate to delay or advance your menstrual period. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Can I Get Menstrual Induction Shots to Delay My Period?
Understanding Pregnancy Test Accuracy: When to Trust Negative Results
Accuracy of Pregnancy Test Results The last menstrual period was on August 23, and the last sexual intercourse occurred on September 10, with no condom used initially and a condom used later, without any ejaculation inside. Today (September 28), I used a pregnancy test, and the r...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is still a possibility of pregnancy even if ejaculation has not occurred during intercourse, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Test Accuracy: When to Trust Negative Results
Understanding Pregnancy Test Accuracy: When to Trust a Negative Result
Accuracy of Pregnancy Test Results The last menstrual period was on August 23, and the last sexual intercourse was on September 10, with no condom used initially and a condom used later, without ejaculation inside. Today (September 28), I used a pregnancy test, and the result was...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is a possibility of pregnancy even if ejaculation has not occurred during intercourse, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and healt...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Test Accuracy: When to Trust a Negative Result
Does Bleeding After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Count as Menstruation?
Is bleeding after taking emergency contraception considered a menstrual period? If your menstrual period has not arrived yet but you took emergency contraception and experienced bleeding the next day that resembles menstruation, this could be a side effect of the emergency contra...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the cause of your bleeding cannot be determined as being due to the emergency contraceptive pill or other reasons. However, the intercourse occurred during the ovulation period, and the effectiveness of emergency contraception is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. ...[Read More] Does Bleeding After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Count as Menstruation?
Should You Take Emergency Contraceptive Pills After Irregular Periods?
Do I need to take emergency contraception? I have irregular periods due to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). My last menstrual period was on August 8, and I took a pregnancy test on September 25, which was negative. I started taking menstrual induction medication for five days. T...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, after taking the menstrual induction medication, your period should arrive within a week. The likelihood of pregnancy is low, so you can just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should You Take Emergency Contraceptive Pills After Irregular Periods?
Can You Get Pregnant from Unprotected Withdrawal Right After Your Period?
Is it possible to get pregnant if ejaculation occurs outside during the days right after menstruation? I started my menstrual period on September 19, and it ended around September 23. Last night, September 27, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend, during which he ejacu...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have not used complete contraceptive measures, it is advisable to take emergency contraception to prevent any unintended pregnancy. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Unprotected Withdrawal Right After Your Period?
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Emergency Contraception
Can I get pregnant? Hello, doctor. I'm really worried and anxious. After researching for a long time, I decided to ask my question. My last menstrual period was from August 25 to 31. In mid-September, I visited a doctor due to a cold and was prescribed medication for three d...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Emergency Contraception
Understanding Ella Emergency Contraceptive: Effects and Pregnancy Concerns
Ella emergency contraceptive pill The last menstrual period was on August 27, and sexual intercourse occurred on September 15 (with a condom and no ejaculation). Afterward, the condom was checked for leaks by filling it with water, and there were no breaks. However, it was the la...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the cause of your bleeding cannot be determined as either a result of the emergency contraceptive pill or other reasons. Additionally, the effectiveness of emergency contraception is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. It is recommended that if you are uncertain whe...[Read More] Understanding Ella Emergency Contraceptive: Effects and Pregnancy Concerns
Understanding Irregular Menstruation and Brown Discharge in PCOS Patients
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / Atypical Uterine Bleeding Hello doctor, I have polycystic ovary syndrome and my menstrual cycle is often irregular. I didn't have my period for the past two months, so I consulted a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. This month, my period ...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: Please seek medical attention, as this condition cannot be addressed without an ultrasound examination and a pelvic exam. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Menstruation and Brown Discharge in PCOS Patients
Does Bleeding After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Count as a Period?
Is bleeding after taking emergency contraception considered a menstrual period? If your menstrual period has not arrived yet but you took emergency contraception and experienced bleeding the next day that resembles menstruation, this could be a side effect of the emergency contra...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the cause of your bleeding cannot be determined as being due to the emergency contraceptive pill or other reasons. Additionally, the effectiveness of emergency contraception is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. It is recommended that if you are unsure whether the ...[Read More] Does Bleeding After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Count as a Period?
Does Bleeding After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Count as a Period?
Is bleeding after taking emergency contraception considered a menstrual period? If your menstrual period has not arrived yet but you took emergency contraception and experienced bleeding the next day that resembles menstruation, it could be a side effect of the emergency contrace...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the cause of your bleeding cannot be determined as being due to the emergency contraceptive pill or other reasons. Additionally, the effectiveness of emergency contraception is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. If you are uncertain whether the bleeding is your men...[Read More] Does Bleeding After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Count as a Period?
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and When to Test Again
Are you pregnant? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period was from August 21 to August 26. After it ended, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend. My period was originally due on September 15, but it hasn't arrived yet, and today is September 27. I bought a pregnancy...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems you are not pregnant. Wait for another week, and if your period still hasn't arrived, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and When to Test Again
Why Is My Period Late After Finishing Yaz Birth Control Pack?
After finishing a pack of Yaz birth control pills, my period has not arrived yet? I have been taking the contraceptive pill Yaz (24+4) for two months. My period started on July 31, and I took the first pill of Yaz on that day. My period lasted from August 26 to September 1 (it st...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period. If you take it as directed, you should not become pregnant. If your period has not arrived yet, it is advisable to wait another week. If it still does not come, it is recommended to c...[Read More] Why Is My Period Late After Finishing Yaz Birth Control Pack?
Brown Discharge After Contraceptive Use: When to Seek Medical Advice?
Brown discharge before menstruation while on emergency contraception? I have been taking Dailian for a year and a half, and in the past few months, I have noticed a small amount of brown discharge occurring about 13-14 days after the start of my menstrual period, lasting just one...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, just keep monitoring. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Brown Discharge After Contraceptive Use: When to Seek Medical Advice?
Understanding Groin Pain and Yeast Infections: What You Need to Know
Candidiasis with groin pain? I have been experiencing a Candida infection for the past three to four days, with only discharge and no other discomfort. The discharge changed to a yellow-green liquid over the last two days, and yesterday I began to feel soreness and pain in the pu...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that there is inflammation. If you still feel unwell, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Groin Pain and Yeast Infections: What You Need to Know
Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes and What to Expect
Where did Aunt Flow go? Doctor, I would like to ask if it is normal that my menstrual periods were on January 22, then I missed February, and subsequently on March 2, April 9, May 13, June 11, July 19, and August 19, but I haven't had my period this month. What is my approxi...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please wait for about 30 days, and then we can see how it goes. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes and What to Expect
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks of Intimate Contact
Can I get pregnant? Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period was from August 22 to August 28. On September 8, I had some rubbing through clothing (no ejaculation, but the male partner's pants were damp with secretions). My period started on September 24. Is there a possibilit...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if your menstruation has started, it means you are not pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks of Intimate Contact
Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Your Questions Answered
Curious about the probability of pregnancy in this situation? Hello Doctor, I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend yesterday, September 21. Her last menstrual period was around the 22nd, 23rd, and 24th of last month, but she didn't keep a record, so I'm not sure. H...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability of pregnancy should be low; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Brown Discharge: Is It Menopause or Ovulation?
Menopause? My menstrual period started on September 5th, and around September 14th or 15th, I noticed some brownish discharge when I went to the bathroom, which lasted for about half a day. Starting on September 14th, I also felt an increase in vaginal discharge. My menstrual cyc...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be related to ovulation; just observe it. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge: Is It Menopause or Ovulation?