Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain During Ovulation: Pregnancy or Gastro Issues?
Pregnancy, lower abdominal issues? I would like to ask, yesterday was my ovulation day, but I have been experiencing pain in my lower abdomen for the past few days, sometimes on the left side and sometimes on the right side. I have also been having diarrhea, and my discharge is w...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the causes of abdominal pain are numerous, and it is necessary for a physician to arrange relevant examinations to confirm the underlying cause. Additionally, the failure rate of using condoms for contraception is over 5%, making it less reliable compared to other methods....[Read More] Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain During Ovulation: Pregnancy or Gastro Issues?
Understanding Yellowish Discharge and Hormonal Imbalance in Women
Premenstrual discharge 1. Doctor, my last menstrual periods were on June 11, May 13, April 9, and March 2. I haven't gotten my period this month yet, but I've noticed some yellowish-white discharge in the past few days. Does this mean my period is coming, or is somethin...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that it is coming soon; just observe. Endocrine disorders are generally related to one's constitution and mostly cause menstrual irregularities. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Yellowish Discharge and Hormonal Imbalance in Women
Understanding Late Periods: Could You Be Pregnant?
Delayed menstruation? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my menstrual cycle last month, which was from June 17 to July 1. I had unprotected intercourse during that time, but my period has not arrived yet, and I am hesitant to take a pregnancy test. If I am indeed pregnant, h...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: It has been about 4-5 weeks since the first day of your last menstrual period. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang.[Read More] Understanding Late Periods: Could You Be Pregnant?
Understanding Menstrual Cycle Irregularities and Skin Changes
Menstrual issues 1. Doctor, my last menstrual periods were on June 11, May 13, April 9, and March 2. Is it normal that I haven't gotten my period this month? I also don't know how many days my cycle is. Can you tell me how long my cycle is? 2. Is it common to have seve...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, your menstrual cycle is about 35 days. Sometimes, hormonal imbalances can cause acne. If there is no improvement, you may want to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Cycle Irregularities and Skin Changes
When to Stop Birth Control Pills: Navigating Menopause Concerns
Time to discontinue birth control pills? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about contraceptive pill usage. I have been using birth control pills for a long time, and my menstrual cycle has been very regular. However, at the age of 50, I have noticed that my menstrual flow has gr...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if your menstrual period is still occurring, it could be related to taking contraceptive pills. At your age, you should be experiencing menopause. I recommend stopping the medication and observing the situation. If your period does not return, it indicates menopause. If yo...[Read More] When to Stop Birth Control Pills: Navigating Menopause Concerns
Emergency Contraception: Understanding Your Options and Symptoms
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period started on June 12. I had my ovulation period from June 24 to June 29, during which I confirmed the presence of cervical mucus. On July 4, I had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation outside, and I took the e...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wait for another week, and if your period still does not come, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Emergency Contraception: Understanding Your Options and Symptoms
What to Do If You Missed a Birth Control Pill on Day 20?
Forgot to take the birth control pill on day 20? Hello doctor, I am currently taking Diane. I was supposed to take the 20th pill on July 16 (Sunday) but forgot. I took the remaining two pills in the early morning of July 18 (Tuesday). The instructions say that if a pill is missed...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, start taking the next pack of birth control pills on the fifth day of your menstrual period. Wishing you good health![Read More] What to Do If You Missed a Birth Control Pill on Day 20?
Can I Be Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Ovulation
Pregnancy test questions? Hello doctor, I am unsure if I came into contact with semen on June 8. My menstrual period was from July 5 to July 11, and the flow was normal. I took pregnancy tests on July 3 and July 13, both of which were negative. On July 13, I also used an ovulatio...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
1. It shouldn't be. 2. If the urine is left to soak for too long, a faint second line may appear, which does not indicate a true pregnancy.[Read More] Can I Be Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Ovulation
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Surface Sexual Contact
Is there a possibility of pregnancy? Hello, Doctor. My last menstrual period started on June 13, and my cycle is 32 days long. On July 11, I had surface sexual contact with my boyfriend. He did not ejaculate and did not penetrate; we only had genital rubbing, and he inserted his ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Surface Sexual Contact
Can You Get Pregnant from Finger Contact with Semen?
If fingers that have come into contact with semen are dried and then inserted into the vagina, is there a possibility of pregnancy? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask, on the last day of my menstrual period, if I accidentally got semen on my fingers and then inserted my fingers i...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Finger Contact with Semen?
Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Condom Failure During Intercourse
What is the likelihood of getting pregnant? The menstrual period was from June 28 to July 3. There was sexual intercourse on July 11 with a condom, but during one instance, the condom broke. The act was immediately stopped, and there was no ejaculation inside. That evening, a pie...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not be a big issue; just observe it. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Condom Failure During Intercourse
Can You Get Pregnant from Indirect Contact? Understanding the Risks
Is there a chance of getting pregnant? On July 12, I had intimate contact with my girlfriend (without genital contact), only helping each other with manual stimulation to satisfy physiological needs. However, it seems her hand may have come into contact with semen. After finishin...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Please monitor your partner's menstrual cycle. If there is a delay, you can either take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for a consultation. Thank you.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Indirect Contact? Understanding the Risks
Understanding Delayed Periods: Is It Pregnancy or Something Else?
Menstrual delay of five days? Hello, doctor. My menstrual period was from June 4 to June 8. I had sexual intercourse on June 21. My period was expected to arrive on July 4, but it did not come. I took a pregnancy test on July 4, 6, and 8, and all showed one line. I would like to ...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
It is recommended to visit the obstetrics and gynecology outpatient clinic for evaluation. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Periods: Is It Pregnancy or Something Else?
Understanding Changes in Menstrual Cycle After Childbirth: What to Know
It seems that my menstrual period has become shorter? In the past, the menstrual flow would significantly decrease around the fifth day, but now the first two days have a heavy flow, and then it suddenly becomes much lighter on the third day. There isn't necessarily blood in...
Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello, Xiangxiang; 1. A normal menstrual period lasts between 2 to 7 days, with a blood volume of less than 80CC, which is considered normal. 2. If there is menstrual pain, it could be due to conditions such as fibroids or endometriosis. If the pain is severe, it is recommended t...[Read More] Understanding Changes in Menstrual Cycle After Childbirth: What to Know
Starting Birth Control on Day Five of Your Period: What to Expect
Start taking Yaz on the fifth day of your menstrual period? Hello, I started taking the first pill of the Yaz contraceptive on the fifth day of my menstrual period. Under normal circumstances, how long will it take for the contraceptive effect to begin? Can I have unprotected int...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, taking birth control pills on time provides contraceptive effectiveness at all times. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Starting Birth Control on Day Five of Your Period: What to Expect
Understanding Pregnancy Testing: Timing and Accuracy Explained
Pregnancy testing and related questions? My wife is 44 years old. Her menstrual period started on June 9 and lasted for 6 days, with the expected ovulation date on June 23. We had intercourse from the night of June 25 to the early morning of June 26, without ejaculation either in...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a negative pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse suggests that you are likely not pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Testing: Timing and Accuracy Explained
Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Menstrual Irregularities: A Guide
Pregnancy testing questions? My last menstrual period started on April 28 and ended on May 5. My average menstrual cycle has historically been between 32 to 42 days, but during the summer months (May to August) in previous years, my periods have typically arrived at least two to ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are not pregnant. Wait for another week, and if your period still does not arrive, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Menstrual Irregularities: A Guide
Condom Mishap: Pregnancy Risks and Testing FAQs for First-Time Couples
Condoms worn inside out and pregnancy testing? 1. Having intercourse with your girlfriend on the fifth day of her menstrual period, especially since it was both of your first times, carries a lower risk of pregnancy, but there is still a possibility. Since the condom was initiall...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse, and it doesn't have to be the first test. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Condom Mishap: Pregnancy Risks and Testing FAQs for First-Time Couples
Concerns About Pregnancy Risk After Unprotected Intercourse: Expert Advice
Hello, doctor? Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period started on June 25 and lasted about 7 days. On July 9, I had external genital contact with my boyfriend (without a condom), but there was no penetration or ejaculation. However, July 9 seems to be around my ovulation period, a...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause irregular menstruation, so just monitor your situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Concerns About Pregnancy Risk After Unprotected Intercourse: Expert Advice
Understanding Irregular Bleeding and Pregnancy Testing Concerns
Intermenstrual bleeding and pregnancy testing issues? The last menstrual period started on June 8, with previous cycles ranging between 29 to 31 days. The next period was expected around July 6, but it did not arrive by July 10. Sexual intercourse occurred on June 10 (with condom...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
1. If there is a possibility of pregnancy from recent sexual intercourse, a urine test can confirm pregnancy approximately two weeks after the event. 2. Ovulation bleeding is just one of the causes of intermenstrual bleeding. 3. Watery discharge may indicate ovulation or an i...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Bleeding and Pregnancy Testing Concerns