Menstruation, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intimate Contact

Confirmation of pregnancy probability? Hello Doctor: My girlfriend and I engaged in outercourse on June 14 (mutual genital rubbing without protection, but there was no ejaculation prior). My girlfriend's menstrual cycle is usually very regular, around 28 days, and her next p...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of pregnancy should be low; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Fishy Odor During Menstruation: Causes and Solutions

Menstrual infection Hello, I use tampons and have a heavy flow, changing them approximately every 2 hours. I experience very little menstrual pain, and my cycle is regular at 28 days. Recently, during my last three menstrual periods, I have noticed a fishy odor when using the tam...

Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: It is normal for menstrual blood to have a fishy odor. If there are no abnormal discharges or lower abdominal pain outside of your menstrual period, it should be considered normal. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about you.

Understanding Abnormal Bleeding After Menstruation: Causes and Concerns

Abnormal bleeding after menstruation? Hello, Doctor: Over the past five years, my menstrual cycle has shortened by about seven days compared to when I was in my 20s and 30s, averaging around 24 to 27 days, and sometimes even as short as 20 days (it has never been very regular). A...

Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello Karin: The situation regarding medication assessment should be related to earlier stages and hormonal imbalances. Additionally, the menstrual regulation medication does not conflict with lipid-lowering medications.

Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Menstruation and Condom Failure

The likelihood of becoming pregnant after having sexual intercourse immediately following menstruation is generally low, but it is not impossible. Sperm can survive in the female reproductive tract for up to five days, and if ovulation occurs shortly after menstruation, there is ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, even during the safe period, there can still be risks. It is advisable to take emergency contraception just in case. Wishing you good health.

Common Pregnancy Questions: Menstruation, Testing, and Concerns

Pregnancy test questions? 1. Does getting a menstrual period mean that a woman is not pregnant? 2. Is it accurate to take a pregnancy test 15 days after unprotected intercourse, or should it be done 18 days later? 3. If a woman has her period, should she still worry about the...

Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
1. No, you need to determine whether the uterine bleeding is "menstrual." 2. It usually takes about 18 days to be more certain. 3. No, it won't. 4. This is explained in point 1. 5. This is a common situation, but whether it is normal should be assessed by a physici...

Understanding Yellowish Discharge After Menstruation: Causes and Concerns

There is brownish-yellow discharge two to three days after menstruation? In the past year, I have occasionally experienced yellow-green discharge, particularly noticeable two to three days after my menstrual period ends. Sometimes, the discharge contains streaks of blood and has ...

Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
A pelvic examination can still be performed, and after informing the physician, a sample can still be collected to obtain specimens.

Post-Intercourse Discomfort and Menstrual Cycle Concerns Explained

Experiencing discomfort after eating and issues with the menstrual cycle? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period started on May 13, and my cycle averages between 27 to 32 days. I had intercourse with my boyfriend on June 5, and the condom broke, but there was no ejaculation. The ...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if the symptoms persist or worsen, you should seek medical attention. The effects of emergency contraception on menstruation can vary; it may not necessarily cause your period to come early or late. Additionally, its contraceptive effectiveness i...

Managing Ovarian Cysts: Can Supplements Help with Early Ovarian Failure?

Ovarian cyst At 42 years old, experiencing symptoms of premature ovarian failure, including discomfort such as vaginal dryness and susceptibility to inflammation, and having had an early onset of menstruation with concerns about early menopause, you are considering supplementing ...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to consult with a physician to evaluate whether supplementation is appropriate, considering factors such as the type, size, and characteristics of the cyst. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang

Understanding Brown Sticky Discharge After Menstruation: Is It Normal?

Brown viscous discharge Hello, over the past two days, I thought my menstrual period had ended (and I no longer needed to use sanitary pads). On the evening after my period ended, I took two warm water sitz baths. This morning, about two hours after the sitz bath, I noticed a sma...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of infection should be low. If you experience any discomfort, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding the Side Effects of Menstrual Induction Medications

Side effects of menstrual induction medications? My period is a week late. On the evening of June 6, I went to the pharmacy and bought Methergine to induce menstruation. The pharmacist advised me to take one pill in the morning and one in the evening for three days. After taking ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, taking two pills may not be effective. If you experience discomfort from the medication, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist for alternative menstrual induction medications. Wishing you good health.

Managing Dizziness and Headaches Before and After Menstruation

Dizziness before and after menstruation? Hello, doctor. I often experience dizziness and headaches before and after my menstrual period. The dizziness worsens after my period starts, to the point where I sometimes need to lie in bed all day and can't do anything. Occasionall...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the symptoms of dysmenorrhea can include not only lower abdominal cramps during menstruation but also nausea, vomiting, headaches, anxiety, fatigue, diarrhea, dizziness, bloating, breast tenderness, mood swings, back pain, and fainting. The onset of symptoms may occur 1-2 ...

Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Common Concerns and Misconceptions

Probability of Pregnancy Hello, I had intimate contact with my girlfriend on May 27. During the process, there was no intercourse; I was wearing underwear and athletic shorts, and my girlfriend was wearing underwear and safety shorts. However, there were some of my secretions tha...

Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
1. It is generally difficult to leave viable sperm behind, so the chances of pregnancy are low. 2. Sperm do not survive well outside the body. 3. If menstruation is occurring, pregnancy is obviously not possible. 4. It is difficult. 5. The chances are slim. 6. No, it wi...

Unexpected Heavy Bleeding on Day Nine of Menstrual Cycle: What to Know

Menstrual flow suddenly increases again on the ninth day? Hello, doctor. I am currently in the second month of taking emergency contraception, and I also took antibiotics for a week during this period. My period started about eighteen days after I began taking the contraceptive p...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, during the normal course of taking birth control pills, there should not be any bleeding. You should start taking the pills on the fifth day of your menstrual cycle and observe if a similar situation occurs next month. If it happens again, it is advisable to consult a gyne...

Understanding Ovarian Cysts: Symptoms, Treatment, and Surgical Options

Ovarian cyst Hello doctor, my menstrual cycle is very regular. My last period was from May 19 to May 25, and on June 1, I visited the clinic due to abdominal pain. An ultrasound revealed a 3.44 cm ovarian cyst with some hemorrhagic fluid. Additionally, due to abnormal bleeding, c...

Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
Generally, cysts larger than 3 centimeters are not recommended for surgery unless there is continuous bleeding after rupture, as they mostly resolve on their own. As for polyps and cervical erosion, as well as ovarian pain, these are two separate issues and should not be confused...

Missed Period After Taking Emergency Contraceptive: What to Do?

Sudden amenorrhea after taking emergency contraceptive pills? I would like to ask the doctor, my girlfriend has irregular periods due to stress from her upcoming exams. Her last menstrual period started on April 30, and the next one came on June 5. She took the first pill on that...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not cause amenorrhea. I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Can You Have Sex During Menstruation While on Oral Medications?

Vaginal suppositories + oral medication I would like to ask the doctor, during the treatment period, if I should stop using the suppositories when my menstrual period starts, while continuing to take the oral medication. However, after my period ends, can I engage in sexual inter...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, there is no need to use medication during menstruation, and you can engage in sexual activity after your period. Wishing you good health.

Can You Get Pregnant If the Penis Isn't Fully Erect When Using a Condom?

Can you get pregnant if you put on a condom when the penis is not fully erect? If intercourse occurred with a condom used throughout, and the male partner was fully erect while wearing it, but there was no ejaculation, and menstruation has been absent for 19 days, is there a poss...

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. Chang

Post-Coital Contraceptive Use During Menstruation: Is It Safe?

Using emergency contraception during menstruation? The last menstrual period started on May 1 and ended on May 7. This time, light bleeding began on May 29 and turned into a heavier menstrual flow by May 31. On June 3, there was unprotected intercourse, and emergency contraceptio...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the bleeding is likely related to taking the emergency contraceptive pill, and you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.

Understanding the Risks of Menstrual Delay Medications and Headaches

Risks of Side Effects from Menstrual Regulation Medications Hello Doctor, I recently had to travel abroad for work, so I went to the obstetrics and gynecology department to obtain medication to delay my menstruation. My expected menstrual period is around June 12. The doctor pres...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chance of thrombosis is low, and it should be safe in the short term. You can take acetaminophen for the headache. If you still feel unwell, then you should see an internist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Delayed Menstruation After Stopping Birth Control Pills

Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs) discontinuation issues? Hello, Doctor. I previously took oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) for over six months. After taking the last active pill on April 23, I got my period on April 26, which ended on May 1. Since I had been taking the pills f...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on the symptoms you've described, it is recommended that you consult a physician for an evaluation of your menstrual cycle to prevent potential complications. Thank you! Wishing you safety and good health.

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