Should You Take Emergency Contraceptive Pills If Your Period Starts?
Emergency contraceptive pill If your period has started after you were about to purchase emergency contraception within 12 hours, you do not need to take it. Emergency contraception is intended to prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse, and if you are already menstruatin...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: If you have confirmed that your menstrual period has started, there is no need to continue taking the contraceptive pill. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Should You Take Emergency Contraceptive Pills If Your Period Starts?
Can You Insert an IUD During Non-Menstrual Periods?
Questions about intrauterine devices (IUDs) Hello, doctor. Due to upcoming travel plans, I would like to delay my period. Is it possible to insert a contraceptive ring during a non-menstrual period? (This is my first time using it.) I will not be engaging in sexual intercourse du...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if the intrauterine device (IUD) is not inserted within the recommended timeframe, it may cause irregular bleeding. It is advisable to consult a physician for medication to delay menstruation. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Can You Insert an IUD During Non-Menstrual Periods?
Negative Pregnancy Tests: Understanding Possible Reasons and Next Steps
Four pregnancy tests have all returned negative results? The last menstrual period started on March 16. I had unprotected intercourse at the beginning of April, but it was withdrawal. I have been staying up late for the past few months. On April 17, I took two pregnancy tests, bo...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, since the content does not clearly describe the symptoms of discomfort, if you have any concerns, it is recommended to visit a gynecology outpatient clinic. Thank you.[Read More] Negative Pregnancy Tests: Understanding Possible Reasons and Next Steps
Effectiveness of Emergency Contraceptive Pills and Pregnancy Risk
Probability of Pregnancy Your girlfriend's last menstrual period started on April 21, and today is May 1. You had sexual intercourse with a condom, but there was a suspicion of leakage around the vaginal area (the condom did not break). After that, you had two more instances...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability should be low; just observe. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Effectiveness of Emergency Contraceptive Pills and Pregnancy Risk
Is It Safe to Take Emergency Contraceptive Pills Multiple Times?
Is it safe to take emergency contraception pills in a short time frame? In April, my menstrual period was from April 15 to April 22. The condom broke once, and I took emergency contraception. On April 27, I started bleeding, which was similar to a second period. On May 2, the con...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the inquirer: If you have taken emergency contraception and then engaged in unprotected intercourse again, it is advisable to take another dose of emergency contraception. However, the effectiveness of emergency contraception is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. N...[Read More] Is It Safe to Take Emergency Contraceptive Pills Multiple Times?
Could Irregular Periods Affect Pregnancy Chances? Expert Insights
Will this result in pregnancy? Hello Doctor, Her menstrual cycle has always been irregular, often varying between 23, 20, 34, and 38 days. The last menstrual period started on April 2nd. We had intercourse on April 14th, but ovulation was on the 17th. We used condoms throughout...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can determine if you are pregnant by taking a urine test. If the result is negative, it generally indicates that you are not pregnant, and you can monitor your situation for a while. Wishing you good health![Read More] Could Irregular Periods Affect Pregnancy Chances? Expert Insights
Optimal Timing for Uterine Polyp Removal: A Guide for Patients
Timing for Uterine Polyp Excision Hello Doctor, my menstrual cycle averages 30 days, with the most recent period starting on April 27. I was diagnosed with a uterine polyp on April 16. During examinations at two different gynecology clinics, one advised to avoid the menstrual per...
Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
Hysteroscopic surgery may become more challenging and carry a higher risk of bleeding due to the thickness of the endometrium. Each physician has different surgical habits, so it is advisable to follow the preoperative instructions provided by your chosen physician. Thank you.[Read More] Optimal Timing for Uterine Polyp Removal: A Guide for Patients
Post-Cervical Conization Surgery: Understanding Abnormal Bleeding and Menstrual Changes
Postoperative issues following cervical conization? Hello, I underwent a cervical conization procedure on April 9. During the first week, I experienced yellow or pink discharge, with occasional small drops of brown blood on my pad. I was originally expecting my period to start on...
Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
If you have any concerns, it is recommended to follow up with the original surgeon. I have not seen the condition of your cervix or the results of your ultrasound, so I cannot determine whether the bleeding is from the cervix or the uterus. Thank you.[Read More] Post-Cervical Conization Surgery: Understanding Abnormal Bleeding and Menstrual Changes
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding After Laparoscopic Myomectomy
Abnormal bleeding Hello, Doctor. I underwent laparoscopic myomectomy on April 10th to remove an 11 cm fibroid located outside the uterus. The day after the surgery, I received a long-acting menopause injection. On April 20th, the first day of my menstrual period, it usually lasts...
Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
If there is still intermittent bleeding, it is recommended to return to the original surgeon's clinic for follow-up. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding After Laparoscopic Myomectomy
Understanding the Timing for Effective IUD Contraception
Contraceptive ring cycle Thank you for your response, doctor. I am the original poster from the previous discussion about inserting a contraceptive ring outside of my menstrual period. I did not consider the contraceptive factors. I would like to ask the doctor, if I want to achi...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, to achieve complete contraceptive effectiveness, you need to wait until your next appointment to have the intrauterine device (IUD) inserted for it to be effective. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Timing for Effective IUD Contraception
Emergency Contraception: Understanding Menstrual Changes and Bleeding
Will menstruation occur after taking emergency contraception? The menstrual period ended on the 13th, and intercourse with ejaculation occurred on the 21st, followed by taking one emergency contraceptive pill. Ovulation occurred on the 28th, and there was bleeding on the same day...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it could be ovulatory bleeding, or it may be related to the emergency contraceptive pill. It's best to monitor the situation for now. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Emergency Contraception: Understanding Menstrual Changes and Bleeding
Could I Be Pregnant or Is My Period Just Irregular?
Could it be pregnancy or just a missed period? I would like to know if having unprotected intercourse in the 20s of the month and then taking an emergency contraceptive pill immediately, while my ovulation period is from late April to mid-May, would result in pregnancy or if it w...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections, while also preventing unintended pregnancies. If you experience a delayed menstrual period, you can take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for an examination. Than...[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant or Is My Period Just Irregular?
Can You Insert an IUD Outside Your Menstrual Cycle?
Intrauterine Device (IUD) Inquiry Hello, doctor. Due to upcoming travel plans, I asked my obstetrician to insert a contraceptive IUD (intrauterine device) for two reasons: to delay my period and to regulate my menstrual cycle. However, I was in a hurry to leave the clinic that da...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the contraceptive device should be used starting from the fifth day of your menstrual period to be effective. If used later, it may not provide contraceptive protection and will only have the effect of delaying menstruation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Insert an IUD Outside Your Menstrual Cycle?
Can You Ovulate Immediately After Your Period Ends?
Is it possible to ovulate immediately after menstruation? 2.29 The last menstrual period started, and it ended on 3.6 (my menstrual cycles are usually irregular). On 4.6, I had some friction with my boyfriend, but there was no penetration and no ejaculation; however, pre-ejaculat...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, April 19 should be your menstrual period, and there was light spotting on April 28, which can be monitored. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Ovulate Immediately After Your Period Ends?
Will Emergency Contraceptive Pills Affect Your Menstrual Cycle?
Will emergency contraception cause a delay in menstruation? If April 13 is the first day of your menstrual period and April 21 is considered a safe period, but you had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation and took an emergency contraceptive pill within 24 hours, there is a po...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Will Emergency Contraceptive Pills Affect Your Menstrual Cycle?
Do I Need Emergency Contraception After Using Pre-Pill?
If you had unprotected intercourse five days before your expected period and did not ejaculate inside, you may still want to consider taking emergency contraception. Emergency contraception is most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse. It is reco...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, within the general safety zone, just observe this. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Do I Need Emergency Contraception After Using Pre-Pill?
Using External Ointments for Vulvar Itching: What You Need to Know
Use of ointment for vulvar itching? Hello Doctor: I recently visited the hospital due to itching in the genital area and occasional blood streaks when wiping after using the restroom. The doctor informed me that I have inflammation of the vagina and cervix, and advised me to retu...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, both can be used; just apply it if there's itching. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Using External Ointments for Vulvar Itching: What You Need to Know
Using Vulvar Itch Cream: Safety and Recommendations for Patients
Use of ointment for vulvar itching? Hello Doctor: I recently visited the hospital due to itching in the genital area and occasional blood streaks when wiping after using the restroom. The doctor informed me that I have inflammation in the vagina and cervix, and advised me to retu...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, both are very good medications. Meikang is a compound formulation, while Beiluo Yi is a single formulation. Both contain corticosteroids, and you can apply them for itching. Wishing you good health![Read More] Using Vulvar Itch Cream: Safety and Recommendations for Patients
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Intermenstrual bleeding Hello Doctor, I had my menstrual period from April 9 to April 14, and I underwent a Pap smear at the end of March. On April 16, I visited the gynecology department to review the results, which were normal, and both my uterus and ovaries were in good condit...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
If there is persistent abnormal bleeding, please seek medical attention for a physician to evaluate whether progesterone supplementation or further examinations are necessary. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Am I at Risk of Pregnancy? Understanding Your Concerns
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, my last menstrual period started on March 24. I downloaded an app that indicated a high probability of pregnancy from April 8 to 14. I had intercourse with my boyfriend on April 20; he was wearing a condom initially, but after we finished showeri...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability of pregnancy should be low; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Am I at Risk of Pregnancy? Understanding Your Concerns