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Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Usage and Effectiveness

Emergency contraceptive pill Hello, Doctor! I am a user of the oral contraceptive pill, specifically the brand Wenbunin 28, which consists of 28 pills taken over a month. I have been taking it for over a year. The first day of this pack was December 17, but on December 18, I mist...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Users of pre-exposure contraceptive pills, specifically the brand Wenbunin 28, take 28 pills over the course of a month. I have been taking it for over a year. The first day of this pack was December 17th, but on December 18th, I mistakenly thought I hadn't taken the pill on...

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Impact of Vomiting on Birth Control Pill Effectiveness: What You Need to Know

If vomiting occurs on the same day after taking the emergency contraceptive pill and the dose was not taken again, it is recommended to consult a healthcare provider for further guidance? Hello Doctor, this is my second month taking the Delian oral contraceptive pill. I started t...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
This is my second month taking the Delian oral contraceptive. I started taking the first pill of this pack on December 27. However, after taking the contraceptive on December 31, I vomited three times within three hours due to gastroenteritis. I did not take an additional pill af...

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Understanding Emergency Contraception: Do You Need It After Pre-Pill Use?

Emergency contraceptive pill I apologize, but I have been taking oral contraceptives for three months. My menstrual period was from December 26 to December 29, and I started taking the contraceptive pill on December 28. However, I had unprotected intercourse (withdrawal method) o...


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I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill for three months. My menstruation was from December 26 to December 29, and I started taking the contraceptive pill on December 28. However, I had unprotected intercourse (withdrawal method) on January 2 and January 3. What is the lik...

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When to Resume Birth Control Pills After Irregular Periods?

If you have stopped taking the contraceptive pill and your period has not arrived, when can you start taking it again? Hello, doctor. I was previously diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), which has caused my menstrual cycles to be very irregular, sometimes occurring o...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I was previously diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), which has caused my menstrual cycles to be very irregular, sometimes only occurring every 2 to 3 months. Therefore, my doctor recommended that I start taking oral contraceptive pills to regulate my cycles. I took t...

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Is Light Brown Discharge After Three Months of Birth Control a Sign of Pregnancy?

Experiencing light bleeding for three months while on preconception contraceptive pills could be a side effect of the medication. However, it is important to take a pregnancy test to confirm whether or not you are pregnant. If there are concerns about pregnancy or unusual bleedin...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill for almost three months. My last menstrual period started on December 8, and I began the third pack on December 10 (I am taking "Wen Bu Nin 30"). Then, on the morning of December 21, I had sexual intercourse with a condom, ...

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Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Symptoms and When to Seek Help

Emergency contraceptive pill I took my first oral contraceptive pill on November 13 without a doctor's consultation, and I've been taking a 21-day pill pack until today, December 19. Recently, I've been experiencing abdominal pain in the mornings, and I've als...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On November 13, I took my first dose of the oral contraceptive pill without a doctor's consultation. I purchased a 21-day contraceptive pill and have been taking it until today, December 19. Recently, I have been experiencing abdominal pain in the mornings, and I have also b...

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Understanding Birth Control Pills: Effects on Menstrual Cycle and Timing

Prevention pills & Post-coital contraceptive pills Hello, Doctor: I stopped taking the oral contraceptive pill (Kylian) after 11 months for one month because I was hospitalized for pneumonia and received antibiotics during that time. I would like to know if this will affect m...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
After taking the oral contraceptive pill (Chia-Lian) for 11 months, I stopped for one month due to being hospitalized with pneumonia and receiving antibiotic treatment. I would like to know if this will affect my menstrual cycle. Answer: It is possible. Additionally, I had unpr...

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Can You Get Pregnant During the 7-Day Break from Birth Control Pills?

Emergency contraceptive pill I took my first oral contraceptive pill on November 13th. I had never taken any before this month. Between July and October, I took emergency contraception 4 to 5 times. I am using a 21-day birth control pill regimen, followed by a 7-day break, after ...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On November 13, I took my first oral contraceptive pill for the first time; I had never taken it before, starting in November. Between July and October, I had taken emergency contraceptive pills 4 to 5 times. I am using a 21-day birth control pill regimen, followed by a 7-day bre...

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Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Key Questions Answered

Emergency contraceptive pill Hello, I would like to ask if I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill for three months, do I still need to wait seven days for it to be fully effective in the third month? If I have taken the third pill of the third month and have unprotected i...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
If you have been taking the birth control pill for the third month, you do not need to wait seven days to achieve full contraceptive effectiveness. You can have unprotected intercourse after taking the third pill, and you will not become pregnant.

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Can I Use Birth Control Pills with Migraines and PCOS?

I have migraines; can I take birth control pills long-term? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing irregular menstrual cycles for a long time. Whenever my period is late, I visit the doctor. This situation has been ongoing for over two years. On December 5th, I consulted a gyneco...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the treatment for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is summarized as follows: For patients who do not wish to become pregnant: Regular administration of progesterone (every 45-60 days) can induce menstruation and reduce the risk of endometrial cancer. Alternatively, oral c...

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Emergency Contraception: Understanding Your Options and Timing

Emergency contraceptive pill On November 13, I started my menstrual period and took the emergency contraceptive pill on the first day. Today, November 22, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend and he ejaculated inside me. Am I at risk of pregnancy? Should I take the eme...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On November 13, I started my menstrual period and took the oral contraceptive pill on the first day. Today, November 22, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend, and he ejaculated inside me. Am I at risk of pregnancy? Should I take emergency contraception? Answer: It is u...

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Does Doxycycline Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?

Oral contraceptives Hello, doctor. I am currently taking oral contraceptives and have not been pregnant for 6 months. Recently, I visited a dermatologist who prescribed two types of antibiotics: doxycycline enteric and ningilon capsules. After taking them for a few days, I starte...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally does not have an impact. You can continue taking the oral contraceptive pills and just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.

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Can Birth Control Pills Help Women with PCOS for Extra Protection?

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), contraceptive pills? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if my girlfriend, who has polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), can take oral contraceptive pills for additional protection besides using condoms. Are there any side effects for individuals with...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the treatment for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) varies based on the patient's age and needs. Since the cause of PCOS is attributed to genetic factors, it cannot be cured, but symptoms can be improved or alleviated through medication and lifestyle changes. Treatment...

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Understanding Light Bleeding During Sexual Activity on Birth Control

Bleeding during sexual intercourse? Hello Doctor, I have been taking oral contraceptive pills for almost a month and a half. My period started on November 2nd, and during intercourse on the 17th, I experienced some light bleeding that was thin and had a light pink color on the ti...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, When taken correctly, combination oral contraceptives can achieve a 99% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy. During the usage period, if menstruation occurs or there is any bleeding, there is no need to stop taking the medication; it should be continued as scheduled. O...

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Managing Menstrual Cycles with 28-Day Birth Control Pills: Tips for Travel

28-day oral contraceptive pill Hello Doctor: I have been taking the 28-day oral contraceptive pill (Yaz) for a year and a half, and during this time, my menstrual cycle has consistently started on time every 28 days. I plan to travel to an island country in March next year, but i...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Can I take a menstrual delay medication while on the 28-day contraceptive pill (Yaz)? (I have read online, and most articles refer to 21-day contraceptive pills.) Answer: Yes, Yaz is a 24+4 formulation, which consists of 24 active pills and 4 inactive pills that help with medi...

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Emergency Contraceptive Pills: What to Do If Your Period Starts?

Emergency contraceptive pill I am 17 years old and took my first birth control pill for the first time last night around 11 PM after discovering that my period had started. I took the first pill immediately, but I still have signs of bleeding this morning. Should I continue takin...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I took the first oral contraceptive pill last night around 11 PM after noticing the onset of my menstrual period. However, I still have signs of bleeding this morning. Should I continue taking the pills? Answer: Yes, you should continue taking them. Will taking them continuously ...

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Understanding Oral Contraceptives: Timing and Effectiveness Explained

Oral contraceptives 1. Is it correct to start taking a new pack of 21 oral contraceptive pills (Mestinon) on the 7th day after finishing the previous pack? 2. If the pills are taken 2 to 3 hours late for a few days, will it have any effect?


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Is it correct to start taking the 21-pack oral contraceptive (Mina) on the 7th day after finishing the previous pack? Answer: Correct. 2. If the medication is taken 2 to 3 hours late for a few days, will it have any impact? Answer: No impact.

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Interactions Between Shuminning and Oral Contraceptives: What You Need to Know

Shuminin and emergency contraceptive pills? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if there are any interactions between the enteric-coated Shuminning tablets and the oral contraceptive pill I am currently taking, Qilian. Should these medications be taken two hours apart? During the ...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Will there be any interactions between Shuminning enteric-coated tablets and the oral contraceptive pill I am currently taking, Qilian? Answer: There is unlikely to be any interaction. Should the medications be taken two hours apart? Answer: It is not necessary. Do I need to take...

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Do Dietary Supplements Affect the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills?

Does the intake of dietary supplements affect the effectiveness of oral contraceptives? 1. Recently, I have started trying Japanese dietary supplement ingredients such as royal jelly, kudzu root, and resveratrol. Will these ingredients affect the contraceptive effectiveness of th...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Recently, I started trying Japanese dietary supplement ingredients such as royal jelly, kudzu root, and resveratrol. Will these ingredients affect the contraceptive effectiveness of the oral contraceptive pill (Nina film-coated tablets)? Answer: They will not affect the contra...

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Common Concerns About Birth Control Pills and Sleep Medications

Questions related to emergency contraceptive pills? I have been taking the oral contraceptive "Yueji" for almost two months, and during this time, I have intermittently taken 5 mg of "Rohypnol" as a sleeping aid, but not every day. What is the likelihood of pr...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill for almost two months and have intermittently taken 5 mg of a sleep aid, but not every day. What is the likelihood of pregnancy if I have unprotected intercourse? Answer: The likelihood of pregnancy is low, and the sleep aid has mi...

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