Impact of Emergency Contraceptive Use on Menstrual Cycle: Expert Insights
Birth control pill issues I would like to ask the doctor, I took the oral contraceptive pill this month, but I started taking it five days late. After taking the pill for five days, I had sexual intercourse on the fifth day, and then two days later, I took an emergency contracept...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chance of pregnancy is low if you take emergency contraception. Birth control pills should be started on the fifth day of your menstrual cycle, and if taken consistently, they are effective in preventing pregnancy. If you forget to take a pill on a certain day, you can...[Read More] Impact of Emergency Contraceptive Use on Menstrual Cycle: Expert Insights
Understanding the Effects of Emergency Contraceptives After Birth Control Pills
Oral contraceptives If you started taking the oral contraceptive pill five days after your menstrual period ended on June 23 (starting on June 28) and had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation on July 3, it is important to understand how these medications interact. Taking th...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the contraceptive pill should be started on the fifth day of your menstrual period, not five days after your period ends. Therefore, the contraceptive effectiveness may be reduced. It is recommended to quickly consider taking emergency contraception. Wishing you good healt...[Read More] Understanding the Effects of Emergency Contraceptives After Birth Control Pills
How to Properly Start Your Second Pack of Birth Control Pills
How to take the second pack of birth control pills? I apologize, but I just finished a pack of Yejina yesterday. Should I start the next pack in 7 days or on the fifth day of my menstrual cycle? If it’s on the fifth day of my cycle, what if it has already been over ten days? Will...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
What you need is not medical consultation but rather a refresher on sexual health knowledge. For such questions, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Service's "Sexual Wellness e-Learning" or the Obstetrics and Gynecology Society's "Adolescen...[Read More] How to Properly Start Your Second Pack of Birth Control Pills
Understanding Birth Control Pill Side Effects and Menstrual Changes
Side effects of taking pre-conception contraceptive pills one month later? Hello Doctor: My girlfriend has been taking birth control pills for over a month and has experienced side effects such as breast swelling, light bleeding, and headaches. Normally, her period should have ar...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
What you need is not medical consultation but rather a remedial course in sexual education. For such inquiries, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Service's "Sexual Wellness e-Learning" or the Obstetrics and Gynecology Society's "Adolescent...[Read More] Understanding Birth Control Pill Side Effects and Menstrual Changes
Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Risks of Missing a Dose
Emergency contraceptive pill I would like to ask the doctor, because I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill, I accidentally dropped one pill today... so I had to take the next day's pill, which means I'm missing one pill. I want to know if taking the pill for on...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
What you need is not medical advice but a supplement of sexual education credits. For such questions, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Administration's "Sexual Wellness e-Learning" or the Obstetrics and Gynecology Society's "Adolescent Co...[Read More] Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Risks of Missing a Dose
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Your Questions Answered
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello Doctor, I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill for one month, which consists of 28 pills, with 21 active pills. 1. If my period does not come during the 7-day placebo period, should I continue to the second pack or wait for my period t...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
What you need is not medical consultation but rather a remedial course in sexual education. For such inquiries, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Administration's "Sexual Wellness e-Learning" or the Obstetrics and Gynecology Society's "Con...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Safety and Usage Guide
Emergency contraceptive pill I would like to ask about the recent suggestion from my boyfriend to take oral contraceptive pills. He mentioned that taking them allows for unprotected intercourse without the risk of pregnancy, and that taking one daily also has a menstrual regulati...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
What you need is not medical consultation but rather a remedial course in sexual education. For such inquiries, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Administration's "Sexual Health e-Learning" or the Obstetrics and Gynecology Society's "Adole...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Safety and Usage Guide
Will Hair Regrow After Stopping PCOS Medication?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) I was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and have been taking medication for two and a half months, including birth control pills and blood sugar-lowering medication. Recently, I have been experiencing frequent nausea and noticeable h...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the general consensus is that taking oral contraceptive pills does not typically cause hair loss. However, since individual responses can vary, if you are experiencing hair loss, you may consider contraceptives that do not contain second-generation progestins such as Levon...[Read More] Will Hair Regrow After Stopping PCOS Medication?
Understanding the Effectiveness of Pre-Conception Birth Control Pills
Emergency contraceptive pills and contraceptive effectiveness? Hello, Doctor: I would like to understand some questions regarding the use of pre-exposure contraceptive pills. My partner has been taking the 21-day type of contraceptive pill and has completed one full cycle of 21 d...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the general recommendation for a 21-day oral contraceptive pill regimen is to start taking the first pill on the first day of your menstrual period. It is best to take the pill at the same time every day for a continuous period of 21 days. After completing the 21 pills, yo...[Read More] Understanding the Effectiveness of Pre-Conception Birth Control Pills
Missing a Pill: How It Affects Your Birth Control Routine
How can I take a whole pack if I'm missing one? Hello Doctor, I have been taking 21 oral contraceptive pills for over 5 months, but I noticed that I am missing one pill, which means I won't have a pill for the 21st day. Will this affect the contraceptive effectiveness? ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to take the next pack on the eighth day after finishing the current one. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Missing a Pill: How It Affects Your Birth Control Routine
Bleeding While on Birth Control: What You Need to Know
Bleeding during the use of contraceptive pills? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask, during the period I was taking the oral contraceptive pill, I forgot to take it one day. Although I took it the next day, I started bleeding on the day I missed the dose. Should I stop taking the p...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if you miss taking an effective contraceptive pill for more than 12 hours, in addition to taking the missed pill, it is advisable to use an additional barrier method for seven days. If the missed pill is more than 24 hours late, you should stop taking the current contracep...[Read More] Bleeding While on Birth Control: What You Need to Know
Missed Birth Control Pill: What to Do for Effective Contraception?
Missed one day of birth control pills? Hello doctor, I have been consistently taking oral contraceptive pills. I forgot to take my pill on April 26th, and I also forgot to take the two pills the next day. After that, I continued taking one pill daily. I would like to know if I st...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the missed dose is one of the common reasons for the failure of this contraceptive method, so knowing how to correctly make up for a missed dose is very important. Each type of combination oral contraceptive has a different number of pills, so it is essential to follow the...[Read More] Missed Birth Control Pill: What to Do for Effective Contraception?
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities After Birth Control Use
Menstrual issues I took a box of oral contraceptive pills and after finishing it, I waited 7 days for my period to come, which it did. Then, I started the next box but only took 2 pills before stopping. About a week later, I started bleeding again, and the amount of blood is quit...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is necessary to have a physician evaluate whether there are any hormonal abnormalities, contraceptive failures, or other reasons. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities After Birth Control Use
Understanding the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills: Timing Matters
The effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills? If your girlfriend is starting her second pack of 28-day oral contraceptive pills, the contraceptive effect is effective from the first pill of the second pack, provided she took the first pack correctly without missing any pill...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, during the first pill of the second pack, if your menstruation has just ended and ovulation has not yet occurred, theoretically, you should not be pregnant. As long as you take the birth control pills on time, they are effective in preventing pregnancy. Wishing you good he...[Read More] Understanding the Effectiveness of Birth Control Pills: Timing Matters
Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding While on Birth Control Pills
Taking emergency contraceptive pills can cause menstrual irregularities, including having two consecutive menstrual periods? Hello doctor, I have been taking oral contraceptive pills regularly for a year. Last Wednesday, on the fifth day of my menstrual period, I immediately star...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the user: If you experience menstruation or bleeding during the course of taking the medication, it is best to continue taking the pills as scheduled without interruption. Once your body adjusts to the contraceptive, abnormal bleeding should cease. However, if you experien...[Read More] Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding While on Birth Control Pills
Understanding Oral Contraceptives: When Do They Start Working?
Regarding oral contraceptives? I started taking 20 micrograms of oral contraceptive pills on the third day of my period. Will it be effective for contraception when my period ends if I have intercourse? Thank you.
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period. It doesn't have to be taken at the exact same time; a general timeframe is sufficient. As long as you take it consistently, it will be effective for contraception. Wishing you good ...[Read More] Understanding Oral Contraceptives: When Do They Start Working?
Understanding the Effectiveness of Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Key Questions Answered
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello doctor, my girlfriend took her first pack of oral contraceptive pills (Prilosec, 21 pills) on the 5th day of her menstrual cycle (March 22). She finished the 21 pills on April 11 and then had a break for 3 days (April 12-14). On the 4th day afte...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the contraceptive effect of birth control pills continues as long as they are taken consistently. If you forget to take a pill, you should take it as soon as you remember, and continue taking the next pill at the usual time. If you miss a dose of an effective pill for more...[Read More] Understanding the Effectiveness of Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Key Questions Answered
Can You Take Birth Control During Gastroenteritis? Risks and Considerations
Taking contraceptive pills during gastroenteritis? Hello, I started taking the oral contraceptive pill (21-day pack, starting on the fifth day of my menstrual cycle) in March, and I have been taking it at the same time every day (11 PM) for two months now. From April 9 to April 1...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can start taking the contraceptive pill on the fifth day of your menstrual period. It doesn't have to be taken at the exact same time, just around the same time each day is sufficient. If you forget to take it one day, you should take it the next day. As long as y...[Read More] Can You Take Birth Control During Gastroenteritis? Risks and Considerations
Leg Pain After Birth Control: Should You Worry About Blood Clots?
After taking the contraceptive pill, my girlfriend is experiencing soreness in the front part of her left thigh? Hello Doctor: My girlfriend has currently taken her second pack of birth control pills. She used Alicean 21 for the first month and is now using Yaz 28 for the second ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the oral contraceptive pill (COC) not only effectively prevents pregnancy but also helps regulate menstrual cycles, reduce menstrual flow, and shorten the duration of menstrual bleeding, all of which contribute to women's health. However, common side effects of contra...[Read More] Leg Pain After Birth Control: Should You Worry About Blood Clots?
Missed Birth Control Pill: What to Do and Its Impact on Effectiveness
Missed contraceptive pill? Hello, doctor. I am currently on the second cycle of my oral contraceptive pills. After taking the fifth pill, I forgot to take the pill on the sixth day (Monday). I didn't realize it and continued to take one pill on Tuesday and Wednesday until I ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
What you need is not medical advice but rather a refresher on sexual health knowledge. For such questions, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Administration's "Sexual Wellness e-Learning" or the Obstetrics and Gynecology Society's "Adolesce...[Read More] Missed Birth Control Pill: What to Do and Its Impact on Effectiveness