Questions About Pregnancy Symptoms and Risks: A Guide for Women
Thank you, Dr. Chang, for your assistance? Hello Dr. Chang, I am case #174817. I apologize for asking you some more questions. 1. This evening, October 25th, I noticed some white discharge. Could this possibly be related to pregnancy, or is it likely that my period is approachi...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: As long as there are active sperm in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is a possibility of pregnancy regardless of the method of intercourse. However, it is not possible to determine whether pregnancy has occurred based on subjective symptoms. I...[Read More] Questions About Pregnancy Symptoms and Risks: A Guide for Women
Can Touching Dry Semen on Hands Cause Pregnancy? Expert Insight
I'm sorry, but I would like to ask Dr. Chang? If a small amount of male semen has been on the hands for about five minutes (dried but has come into contact with water or urine) and then touches the genital area (without penetration), is there a risk of pregnancy in this situ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of becoming pregnant are low. 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. It is advisable to take appropriate contraceptive ...[Read More] Can Touching Dry Semen on Hands Cause Pregnancy? Expert Insight
Can You Get Pregnant from Contact with Pre-Ejaculate?
Can I get pregnant? I am really worried... I apologize for bothering you, but on October 17, I had contact with my boyfriend's prostate fluid. About 5 minutes later, I went to the bathroom without washing my hands first (I believe the prostate fluid on my hands had dried). A...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of pregnancy are low. However, as long as there are active sperm present in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is still a possibility of pregnancy regardless of the method. Additionally, early pregnancy may not present spec...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Contact with Pre-Ejaculate?
Can Residual Semen in the Urethra Cause Pregnancy Risks?
Semen retention in the vas deferens? 1. If there is residual semen in the ejaculatory duct or urethral opening and you touch it and then come into contact with a female, there is a possibility of pregnancy, although it is relatively low. 2. If you masturbate and then go to the b...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of becoming pregnant are low. 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. It is advisable to take appropriate contraceptive ...[Read More] Can Residual Semen in the Urethra Cause Pregnancy Risks?
Can You Get Pregnant Without Penetration? Understanding the Risks
Can you get pregnant without penetration? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about an incident that occurred this afternoon (October 11). My girlfriend and I engaged in some sexual activity, but it was only friction at the vaginal opening for about 5 to 10 minutes, and there was ...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
The chances are low, but it is not absolutely safe. If your girlfriend is near her ovulation period, it may still be necessary to use emergency contraception to prevent unintended pregnancy.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant Without Penetration? Understanding the Risks
Can You Get Pregnant from Pre-Ejaculate Contact?
Can I get pregnant? Hello, Doctor: A few days ago, my boyfriend was masturbating (without ejaculation) and used the hand he was masturbating with to touch my genitals (it made contact with the vaginal opening but did not penetrate). If he had pre-ejaculate or prostate fluid on hi...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Pre-Ejaculate Contact?
Could Brown Discharge Indicate Pregnancy? Understanding Your Symptoms
Could I be pregnant? What does brown discharge mean? Hello Doctor, I had to take anti-inflammatory medication and antibiotics due to dental work in early and mid-September. 1. My menstrual period was from September 2 to September 7. On September 7, towards the end of my period, I...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of pregnancy are low, and there have been no confirmed reports in the past. 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 ex...[Read More] Could Brown Discharge Indicate Pregnancy? Understanding Your Symptoms
Can You Get Pregnant from Clothing After Oral Sex?
Can you get pregnant after washing your hands if your clothes are contaminated? I would like to ask the doctor, after oral sex, if the female partner has semen in her mouth but possibly does not have it on her hands, and she rinses her mouth and washes her hands immediately after...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should not be the case. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Clothing After Oral Sex?
Understanding Post-Pill Bleeding: Side Effects or Early Menstruation?
Postcoital bleeding after taking emergency contraception? Hello doctor, my last menstrual period was from September 5 to September 11. I had intercourse with my boyfriend on the 18th, and the condom broke, but there was no ejaculation. Since my menstrual cycle has been irregular ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it may be related to taking the emergency contraceptive pill. If the pregnancy test is negative, you can just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Pill Bleeding: Side Effects or Early Menstruation?
Can Friction Without Intercourse Lead to Pregnancy?
Can I get pregnant? If a male is wearing underwear and a female is not, and there is friction near the vaginal opening about three times, is there a possibility of pregnancy? This activity occurred on the 26th, while her menstrual cycle typically starts on the 7th.
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on the situation you described, the chances of becoming pregnant are low, and there have been no confirmed reports in the past. However, as long as there are active sperm in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is still a possibility of pregnancy regardless ...[Read More] Can Friction Without Intercourse Lead to Pregnancy?
Understanding Abnormal Discharge and Ovulation Pain: When to Seek Help
Abnormal secretion? Hello Doctor, due to the current pandemic, it's inconvenient for me to return to Taiwan, and it's also difficult to see a doctor abroad. I have some concerns I would like to ask about. Recently, I've been experiencing pain in the lower left abdo...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
"Vaginal infections" can cause abnormal discharge, perineal itching, unusual odor, burning sensation during urination, frequent urination, and bleeding. In more severe cases, it may lead to abdominal pain or fever. "Treatment methods" vary depending on the sym...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Discharge and Ovulation Pain: When to Seek Help
Can You Get Pregnant from Precum During Manual Stimulation?
Can I get pregnant? If there was no sexual intercourse and you only engaged in manual stimulation, the likelihood of pregnancy is very low. However, if there was semen on your fingers and you accidentally touched your vagina, there is a small risk of sperm entering the vaginal ca...
Dr. Huang Zifei Reply:
Dear Monkey, There is still a chance of pregnancy if semen accidentally comes into contact with the vagina. If you were fully clothed at the time, the likelihood of pregnancy is relatively low. However, if your period is delayed by a week, it is advisable to take a pregnancy te...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Precum During Manual Stimulation?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Common Concerns and FAQs
Probability of Pregnancy Hello Doctor, this matter has been bothering me for several days, so I specifically came to consult you. 1. My menstrual cycle was on August 1st and the last one was on August 31st. On September 14th, during what I suspect was my ovulation period, I had...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Common Concerns and FAQs
Can You Take Emergency Contraceptive Pills After Getting the AZ Vaccine?
Emergency contraceptive pills and the AZ vaccine? I have polycystic ovary syndrome and irregular menstrual cycles. I took emergency contraception once on July 16, and my subsequent periods were from July 24 to July 29 and from August 28 to September 2. On September 19, around 4 P...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraception can be taken within 48 hours and is not related to vaccination. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Take Emergency Contraceptive Pills After Getting the AZ Vaccine?
Impact of Switching Birth Control Pills on Ovulation and Effectiveness
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello doctor, I have previously taken six boxes of Meishin contraceptive pills without any issues, but this month I switched to Yejiji contraceptive pills because they were unavailable at the pharmacy. During my ovulation period, I noticed brown spott...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Switching contraceptive brands may result in abnormal bleeding; it is recommended to use 2 to 3 packs before reassessing the situation.[Read More] Impact of Switching Birth Control Pills on Ovulation and Effectiveness
Could You Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Symptoms
Are you pregnant? Hello doctor, my girlfriend and I are both students, and we have only used our hands to help each other. Her last menstrual period started on August 18, and we used our hands to help each other from August 25 to September 4. After each time, we cleaned with 75% ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of pregnancy are low because inactive sperm are unlikely to survive. There have been no confirmed reports of pregnancy under such circumstances in the past. However, if there are active sperm present in the vagina during the ovulation...[Read More] Could You Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Symptoms
Understanding Menstrual Cycle and Basal Body Temperature in Endometriosis
Regarding basal body temperature and menstrual cycle? Hello Doctor, I have been diagnosed with endometriosis and started taking Yaz Flex birth control pills on April 30, 2021. I understand that this medication can be taken continuously for up to 120 days, but I have experienced l...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if it is below 5 centimeters, generally observation is sufficient and surgery is not necessarily required. If you want to conceive, just let things happen naturally and avoid taking contraceptive pills, as they may prevent pregnancy. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Cycle and Basal Body Temperature in Endometriosis
Missed Birth Control Pill: Risk of Pregnancy After Unprotected Sex
Missed birth control pill? Hello doctor, I have been taking birth control pills for three months now, specifically the Chinese brand Yasmine. During my ovulation period, I forgot to take a pill one day and it was more than 12 hours late. I had unprotected intercourse with ejacula...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be fine and not have any impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Missed Birth Control Pill: Risk of Pregnancy After Unprotected Sex
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Probability of Pregnancy Hello doctor, I have irregular menstruation. My last period was from August 21 to August 25, and on September 3, my app indicated it was my ovulation period. On that day, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend using a condom, but when he pulled out, t...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. For pregnancy concerns, please take a home pregnancy test or visit a gynecologist for examination and evaluation four weeks after your most recent sexual intercourse. 2. The menstrual cycle can be influenced by various psychological and physiological factors. If your period is...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Effectiveness of Ella Emergency Contraceptive Pill During Ovulation
Emergency contraceptive pill ella Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about the effectiveness of the emergency contraceptive pill Ella during the ovulation period and after ovulation. I have been struggling to find clear answers online; some say it is ineffective after ovulatio...
Dr. Huang Zifei Reply:
Dear Huang, The effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills is closely related to the timing of administration after sexual intercourse. It is recommended to take the pill within 72 hours after the event; the sooner it is taken, the higher the success rate. The effectiveness ...[Read More] Effectiveness of Ella Emergency Contraceptive Pill During Ovulation