Is Post-Menstrual Bleeding a Sign of Vaginitis? Understanding Your Symptoms
Is post-menstrual bleeding a sign of vaginitis? Recently, about one to two weeks after my menstrual period, I experienced abnormal bleeding. The amount was not as heavy as a menstrual flow; it was just a little, enough to use a panty liner. Since I had experienced this situation ...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Ms. Jan: Hello, in response to your questions, here are the answers: 1. Vaginitis does not necessarily require the presence of discharge. 2. A pelvic examination is needed to determine the condition; it cannot be answered online. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, ...[Read More] Is Post-Menstrual Bleeding a Sign of Vaginitis? Understanding Your Symptoms
Managing Adenomyosis: Navigating Symptoms and Treatment Options
Adenomyosis I have been diagnosed with adenomyosis for two years, and I didn't take it seriously until this year. After getting vaccinated and testing positive for COVID-19, my menstrual cycle became irregular. I didn't have my period from January to February, had it fo...
Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello, An Baobei: Adenomyosis can lead to heavy menstrual bleeding, dysmenorrhea, and lower abdominal pain without causing anemia. It is recommended to take estrogen (E) and progesterone (P) during the first week after menstruation, and then take progesterone from day 14 to day 2...[Read More] Managing Adenomyosis: Navigating Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Menstrual Cycle and Safe Period Insights
Probability of Pregnancy Hello, doctor. My menstrual cycle is regularly 33 days, and my period lasts for six days. My last period was from June 28 to July 3. Currently, I have only engaged in sexual activity with my fingers, but on July 10, my boyfriend touched his penis and then...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
1. Although it may not seem like pregnancy, it is still recommended to use a pregnancy test for confirmation. 2. If July 30 is the date of the last menstrual period, the fertile window is approximately from July 10 to July 18.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Menstrual Cycle and Safe Period Insights
Understanding Pregnancy Possibilities: A Guide for Women
Possibility of Pregnancy Hello Doctor, my menstrual cycle is regularly 33 days, and my period lasts for six days. My last period was from June 28 to July 3. Since I am still a virgin, my boyfriend could not penetrate me, but on July 10, we engaged in manual sexual activity where ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the early stages of pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms alone cannot be used to make a determination. There are many causes for bleeding outside of menstruation (such as lesions in the reproductive organs, pregnancy, hormonal imbalances, et...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Possibilities: A Guide for Women
Understanding Recurrent Vaginal Yeast Infections: Symptoms and Treatment
Vulvovaginal candidiasis Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my recent recurrent yeast infections. I have had three infections recently, and while there has been some improvement and the itching sensation has nearly disappeared, I still experience itching about five times a d...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the treatment for vaginal candidiasis primarily involves the use of suppositories and topical creams. If there is no improvement with continued treatment, it is advisable to consult a physician for further evaluation. Normally, the amount of vaginal discharge varies based ...[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Vaginal Yeast Infections: Symptoms and Treatment
Understanding the Effects of Menstrual Delay Medication: A Patient's Inquiry
Reactions to erectile dysfunction medications? Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about my menstrual cycle. My periods are usually regular, and I was expecting my period to start on August 4 or 5. Due to an important event, I wanted to delay my period until August 11, so I we...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
This is normal; it may be that the dosage of the prolongation medication (hormones) is insufficient. Therefore, if an extension is still needed, we will continue taking it. However, it is possible that it may not be sustainable for too long.[Read More] Understanding the Effects of Menstrual Delay Medication: A Patient's Inquiry
Understanding Pregnancy Risks from Pre-Ejaculate and Finger Contact
Insertion of fingers into the urethra, pre-ejaculate fluid, probability of pregnancy, need for emergency contraception, similar cases? Hello, doctor. Last night, my girlfriend and I were completely undressed and helped each other with massages. My genitalia did not come into cont...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability of pregnancy is very low, and generally, there is no need to take emergency contraception. However, if you wish to take it, you can. A pregnancy test can be taken 12 days after unprotected intercourse. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks from Pre-Ejaculate and Finger Contact
Understanding Pregnancy Risk After Condom Loss: Key Insights
Probability of Pregnancy On August 5th, after the male partner ejaculated while wearing a condom and then withdrew, the condom was found to be missing. It could not be seen from the vaginal opening and was removed with fingers. However, it was confirmed that there were no signs o...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, due to irregular menstruation, I still took the emergency contraceptive pill just in case. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risk After Condom Loss: Key Insights
Understanding Urinary Bubbles During Menstruation: Is It Normal?
Menstrual urinary bubbles I would like to ask if it is more common to have urinary bubbles during my menstrual period. I have kidney stones, but the urologist tested my blood and urine and only mentioned mild anemia. Is this normal? I also asked the urologist, and he said it migh...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if there are no discomforting symptoms, observation is sufficient. Some conditions are physiological phenomena and do not necessarily indicate disease. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Understanding Urinary Bubbles During Menstruation: Is It Normal?
Understanding Early Pregnancy Loss: Key Questions and Concerns
Miscarriage under 2 months? On July 25, a pregnancy test indicated approximately 6 weeks of pregnancy. On July 31, due to cramping and bleeding, I went to the emergency room where I received an injection and was prescribed progesterone. On the morning of August 1, I experienced u...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the main discharge has occurred. It is important to monitor and follow up to determine if everything has cleared out completely. A follow-up appointment is necessary to confirm this. Generally, menstruation will return in 1-2 months. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Early Pregnancy Loss: Key Questions and Concerns
Three Months Without Menstruation: Understanding Possible Causes and Concerns
Menstruation has not occurred for almost three months? I haven't had my period for three months. I missed my period in June and thought I would wait until the next month to see if it would come, but it still didn't arrive. On July 14, I bought two pregnancy tests, and b...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, first take a pregnancy test. If there are two lines, it indicates pregnancy. If not, consider whether to have a blood test to check hormone levels. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Three Months Without Menstruation: Understanding Possible Causes and Concerns
Three Months Without Menstruation: Understanding Possible Causes and Concerns
Menstruation has not occurred for almost three months? I haven't had my period for three months. I didn't get my period in June, so I thought I would wait until the next month to see if it would come. It still didn't come. On July 14, I bought two pregnancy tests, ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have responded to your question. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Three Months Without Menstruation: Understanding Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Signs and Symptoms Explained
Pregnancy probability Hello Doctor, my girlfriend and I had sexual intercourse on June 23 and July 13 (we used protection each time and checked afterward). My girlfriend's last menstrual period started on June 15 and lasted only 6 days (usually it lasts 7-8 days). Now, her p...
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 contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical lesions, infections, ovulation, pr...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Signs and Symptoms Explained
Impact of Stopping Birth Control Pills on Menstrual Cycle: What to Expect
Oral contraceptives I started taking the 28-day oral contraceptive pill on May 27 when my period began. My period came on time on June 28, but I stopped taking the pill. Today, my period has not arrived, and I have taken a pregnancy test which showed one line (the last sexual int...
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, uterine or cervical lesions, infections, ovulati...[Read More] Impact of Stopping Birth Control Pills on Menstrual Cycle: What to Expect
Could You Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Intimate Contact
Are you pregnant? 1. Last Wednesday, July 20, I had intimate contact with a girl, but there was no penetration. During the process, she performed oral sex on me, and after a while, I used my hands to help her. I did not touch her genitals, but I am concerned that I might have got...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of pregnancy are not very high. However, as long as there are active sperm in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is still a possibility of pregnancy regardless of the method of intercourse. It is advisable to take appropria...[Read More] Could You Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Intimate Contact
Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Other Causes of Irregular Bleeding
Ovulatory bleeding or other possible causes of irregular bleeding? Hello, doctor. Following up on the question from 184707: I experienced vaginal bleeding on July 27 and July 30. Previously, the doctor explained that the bleeding on July 27 could be ovulation bleeding. However, I...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, taking emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause irregular menstruation, so this could be the issue. It's advisable to monitor the situation, and if there is no improvement, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Other Causes of Irregular Bleeding
Condom Mishap: Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Implantation Bleeding
Wearing a condom inside out? Hello, I had my first sexual intercourse on July 21. On that day, my boyfriend put the condom on inside out but quickly took it off and put it on correctly before penetration. Afterward, I did not take any medication. The next day, I noticed a little ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that your menstruation is about to start, so the likelihood of pregnancy is probably low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Condom Mishap: Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Implantation Bleeding
Understanding Implantation Bleeding vs. Menstrual Cycle: Key Insights
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Hello Doctor, I am 184366. We took pregnancy tests on July 21 and July 28, both showing a single line. My girlfriend experienced breast engorgement around July 24 and 25 (which has never happened before her period). On the night of J...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is not possible to confirm whether you are pregnant. The absence or presence of pregnancy cannot be determined solely by subjective symptoms. It is recommended that you consult an obstetrician-gynecologist to arrange for relevant tests to conf...[Read More] Understanding Implantation Bleeding vs. Menstrual Cycle: Key Insights
Effectiveness of Birth Control After Menstruation: Key Considerations
Take the second pack of emergency contraceptive pills on the fifth day after the start of your menstrual period? Hello Doctor, 1. I had my period from July 14 to 19 (I stopped taking the medication on July 7). The doctor told me to take the first pill of the second pack on the ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, starting to take contraceptive pills on the fifth day of your menstrual period, and following the prescribed regimen, should provide effective contraception, so the likelihood of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health![Read More] Effectiveness of Birth Control After Menstruation: Key Considerations
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Ovulation or Pregnancy?
Intermenstrual bleeding Your girlfriend's last menstrual period ended on June 24, and you had sexual contact with her on June 30, using your hands instead of direct penetration (to avoid contact with sperm). That night, she experienced pink discharge, which has since turned ...
Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
Engaging in sexual activity with fingers can lead to bleeding due to factors such as vaginal dryness causing tearing or excessive force. If menstruation is persistently delayed, it is advisable to visit a gynecologist.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Ovulation or Pregnancy?