Menstruation, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Managing Irregular Periods: Timing Medication and Bathing Concerns

Irregular menstrual periods and issues related to the use of medication for delaying menstruation? Hello, my menstrual cycle has never been very regular, with an average interval of about 41 days, but I have also experienced very punctual cycles of 31 days. I have scheduled a hot...

Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Considering the risk of infection, it is not recommended to swim or soak in hot springs during menstruation. If medication is needed, it is advisable to consult with a gynecologist. Thank you.

Understanding Abnormal Bleeding While Taking Hormonal Medication

Sudden bleeding after taking Etoposide? Hello Doctor, I have been taking Dienogest continuously since 2021 (I have a history of two surgeries). During the period I started taking it, I completely stopped having menstrual periods (it has been over 2 years since my last period). Ho...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, just monitor for now. Wishing you good health.

Contraceptive Concerns: Risk of Pregnancy with Condom Slippage

Condom was used, but there was no ejaculation inside? Doctor, I would like to ask about the situation on February 16th and 17th when I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend. We used a condom throughout the process, but it slipped forward about 1/3 of the way. The condom did n...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.

Could You Be Pregnant? Understanding Irregular Periods After Emergency Contraception

Are you pregnant? Hello Doctor, my girlfriend had her normal menstruation from January 14 to January 19. We had unprotected intercourse on January 21, and she took emergency contraception. Her period came from January 29 to February 2. On February 14, we had intercourse again, bu...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can take a pregnancy test to check if you are pregnant, although the likelihood may be low. Wishing you good health.

Understanding the Effectiveness of 21-Day Birth Control Pills After Missed Doses

21-day oral contraceptive pill On February 14, the first day of menstruation began, and on February 16, the first pack of 21-day oral contraceptive pills was started, taken every day at 3 PM. On February 21, I forgot to take the pill and remembered around 10 PM that evening, taki...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, that should be fine. Wishing you good health.

When Will My Period Return After Long-Acting Leuprolide Injection?

How long after receiving the long-acting injection of Medroxyprogesterone Acetate (commonly known as Depo-Provera) will menstruation return? I underwent laparoscopic myomectomy on September 27, 2023. The day after the surgery, I received a long-acting injection of Leuprolide, and...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please follow the original physician's instructions. Menstruation typically occurs every three months. Wishing you good health.

Vaginal Bleeding During Breastfeeding: Causes and Concerns

Vaginal bleeding during breastfeeding? Hello Doctor, I am currently over two months postpartum and have been expressing milk using a breast pump for bottle feeding. During these two months, I have occasionally experienced light vaginal bleeding. I have had an ultrasound, and the ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is unrelated to breastfeeding or the use of a breast pump; just observe for now. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Pregnancy Chances and Medication-Induced Abortion Concerns

Pregnancy probability?? And questions regarding medical abortion (Little Tianwen) Thank you 🙏 Hello Doctor, thank you for taking the time to read my message. My recent menstrual period was from January 26 to January 30, lasting five days. On February 6, during ovulation, I had an...

Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello, Xiao Tian: 1. You should first take a pregnancy test to see if you are pregnant. 2. "Induction of labor" must be done with the consent of your partner.

Can You Get Pregnant with Protected Sex? Understanding the Risks

Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, my girlfriend and I had sexual intercourse on January 31st. We used a condom throughout and there was no ejaculation. What is the likelihood of pregnancy?

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of contraception using condoms throughout the entire process is over 5%, making it less reliable compared to other methods. Pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. Therefore, it is recommended to check for pregnancy if menstruation is more than a week lat...

Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Could It Indicate Pregnancy?

Abnormal bleeding Hello, doctor. I got my period on January 12, and I was expecting it to arrive on February 11. However, on February 2, I experienced brown spotting, which continued with a little bit of blood that was light brown and pale pink. One day, I even had just two drops...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors affecting intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, postcoital contraceptives, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the uterus or cervix, infections, ovulation...

Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns After Intimacy

Are you pregnant? Hello doctor, on February 3rd around 1 PM, I was intimate with my boyfriend. He did not ejaculate, but there was a clear fluid that came out. After that, we used our fingers to dry off, and he also rubbed his pants. Then he touched about 1 cm below my clitoris, ...

Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to practice safe behaviors to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections, while also preventing unintended pregnancies. If your menstrual period is delayed, you can take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for an examination. Thank you.

Missed Period: Could It Be Pregnancy After Emergency Contraception?

Missed menstruation? Can I ask the doctor, I got my period on January 6 and it ended on the 10th. That night, I had intercourse with my boyfriend and he ejaculated a little inside. The next evening, I took the morning-after pill. After that, I had bleeding until January 14. I too...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effects of emergency contraceptive pills on menstruation can vary; they may cause your period to come earlier or later. Additionally, their contraceptive effectiveness is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. However, they are still considered a good backup method...

Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain and Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Sex

Lower abdominal pain and the likelihood of pregnancy? On February 12, I had intercourse with my boyfriend without a condom and without ejaculation. Due to pain, it ended quickly. My boyfriend had an ejaculation three hours prior, but I am concerned about the possibility of pre-ej...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraception is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. Additionally, early pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a determination. It is advisable to consult a physician for a check-up...

Understanding Lower Abdominal Pain and Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Sex

Lower abdominal pain and the probability of pregnancy? On February 12, I had intercourse with my boyfriend without a condom and without ejaculation. Due to pain, it ended quickly. My boyfriend had an ejaculation three hours prior, but I was concerned about the pre-ejaculate fluid...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. Additionally, early pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a judgment. It is advisable to consult a physician for a check-u...

Understanding Powdery Discharge: When to Consult a Gynecologist

Powdery discharge Hello Doctor: Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions despite your busy schedule; I truly appreciate it. I have noticed that before I shower at night, there is a white (slightly yellow, very light, and somewhat milky) dry powdery discharge on my und...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the amount of vaginal discharge typically varies based on individual physiology, and its quantity and characteristics can change throughout the menstrual cycle. For instance, after menstruation ends, discharge is usually minimal and gradually increases. During ovulation, t...

Can You Get Pregnant from Touching Semen? Understanding Risks and Menstrual Cycles

Can I get pregnant? Doctor, may I ask if touching semen with my fingers and then wiping it with clothing before touching the clitoris (without vaginal penetration and without spreading the labia, with contact lasting approximately 5 seconds before withdrawing) would result in a l...

Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello Soo: A normal menstrual period lasts from 2 to 7 days, which is considered normal. If you experience any abnormal bleeding or a delay in your period afterward, please take a pregnancy test or consult a gynecologist.

Understanding Menstrual Delays: Impact of Antibiotics and Steroids

Menstrual delay Since October of last year, I have been experiencing an average of two colds per month, and each time I visited the doctor, I was prescribed antibiotics. I also have a history of atopic dermatitis, which flared up during that time, and the doctor prescribed cortic...

Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello: High stress or irregular schedules can affect menstruation. If your period is missed, the first step is to rule out pregnancy. If pregnancy is not the case, you should have your period at least within three months. Please consult a gynecologist.

Can I Rule Out Pregnancy After 25 Days? Understanding Test Results

Can I get pregnant? Hello, doctor. It has been about 25 days since my last sexual intercourse. I used a Mentholatum pregnancy test at home, and it showed one clear line. I would like to ask: 1. Given that it has been 25 days since my last sexual intercourse and the pregnancy test...

Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
1. Yes. 2. Emergency contraceptive pills can affect the endocrine system, leading to irregular menstruation. Monitor your symptoms for a few more days, and if discomfort persists, please consult a gynecologist.

Understanding Pregnancy Risks After IUD Insertion During Menstruation

Issues with the use of intrauterine devices (IUDs) I inserted an intrauterine device (IUD) on the fifth day of my menstrual period. Three days after the insertion, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend, but he did not ejaculate inside me. That day was also the last day ...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Ovulation: Can Two Eggs Be Released or Delayed?

Regarding ovulation issues? Is it possible to release two eggs in one month or to delay ovulation, potentially postponing it to a few days before menstruation?

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, being normal is one. Wishing you good health.

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