Can Pre-Ejaculate Fluid on Thighs Lead to Pregnancy Risks?
Regarding the possibility of pregnancy from contact with pre-ejaculate fluid? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a situation with my boyfriend. When he hugged me, he had a physiological reaction, and I felt that part of his body touching the inner side of my thigh. After so...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Pre-Ejaculate Fluid on Thighs Lead to Pregnancy Risks?
Understanding Ovulation Medications: Key Questions for Fertility
Ovulation medication issues? Hello Doctor: My menstrual cycle was originally 33 days, lasting for 4 days, and I also have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). My husband and I have been trying to conceive naturally for about a year and a half. Finally, on April 21, I tested positive...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, after taking ovulation medication, ovulation typically occurs around day 14, but this can vary. Generally, a transvaginal ultrasound is performed to monitor follicle development. If menstruation does not occur as expected, a pregnancy test can be taken. Wishing you good he...[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Medications: Key Questions for Fertility
Medication Concerns During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Medication Consultation I visited an ENT specialist due to a sensation of a foreign body in my throat. The doctor suggested that my poor sleep might have caused gastroesophageal reflux and prescribed anti-anxiety medication (Yikening), as well as gastric protective tablets (Wei N...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please follow the doctor's instructions. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Medication Concerns During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Emergency Contraception: Key Questions Answered
Pregnancy testing and contraceptive pill issues? Hello Doctor, I am the person who asked question #170311. After my last post, I have more information to add and some questions to ask, so I am reaching out again. Thank you. I stopped taking my preemptive medication on May 21. M...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if your period started on July 1st, then July 5th is generally not considered the ovulation period, and pregnancy is unlikely. If there was no prior contraception or if contraception failed, it is usually recommended to take emergency contraception. If your period is late,...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Emergency Contraception: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Ovulation Bleeding: Causes and Concerns for Women
Ovulation bleeding Hello Doctor: I recently started taking Gendicine for sleep issues about two weeks ago. Besides Gendicine, I am also taking magnesium and Coenzyme Q10 supplements. I occasionally experience ovulation bleeding, but it doesn't happen every month. Today marks...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, lesions of the ...[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Bleeding: Causes and Concerns for Women
Does Abnormal Pap Smear Affect Your Chances of Getting Pregnant?
Will an abnormal Pap smear affect fertility? I have been married to my husband for over a year. We used contraception for the first six months, and for the past year, we have not used any protection. On average, we have intercourse once or twice a month, but we have not gotten pr...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the results of the Pap smear are less related to conception. It is advisable to have the abnormal Pap smear and the difficulties in conception evaluated separately by the relevant subspecialty physicians. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. ...[Read More] Does Abnormal Pap Smear Affect Your Chances of Getting Pregnant?
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Could It Be Related to Your Menstrual Cycle?
Shoulder pain You had your menstrual period from June 9 to June 15, with an average cycle length of 30 days. You took emergency contraception on June 18 and again on June 24 (as an app indicated a high-risk ovulation period). Is there a possibility of pregnancy? When can you expe...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Emergency contraceptive pills may cause irregular menstruation, so just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Could It Be Related to Your Menstrual Cycle?
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Could It Be Related to Your Menstrual Cycle?
Shoulder pain I had my period from June 9 to June 15, with an average cycle of 30 days. I took emergency contraception on June 18 and again on June 24 (the app indicated a high-risk ovulation period). Am I pregnant? When should I expect my next period?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills is not 100%, and it should be relatively low. Just observing. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Could It Be Related to Your Menstrual Cycle?
Can You Get Pregnant? Understanding Risks During Ovulation
Can I get pregnant? Hello Doctor, my girlfriend has a menstrual cycle of 28 days. We had sexual activity during her ovulation period on May 14, 15, and 16, with foreplay involving rubbing through underwear, which had some discharge. However, we used condoms during vaginal interco...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have your period, it usually means you are not pregnant. If you have sexual intercourse during ovulation, it is essential to use contraception. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant? Understanding Risks During Ovulation
Understanding Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns for Women
Brown discharge Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period was from May 23 to May 28. I noticed that during my ovulation period, there were 1-2 days of brown discharge. However, for the past week, I have been experiencing brown discharge every day, and sometimes when I wipe after usi...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that your period is about to start. Please wait for another week. If it still hasn't stopped or if your period doesn't come, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Brown Discharge: Causes and Concerns for Women
Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding While on Birth Control Pills
Oral contraceptives Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about something. I have been taking Yaz for two and a half years, and I did not experience any side effects during the first two years. However, this month, during my ovulation period, I noticed some spotting. I remember t...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, please monitor the situation for now. If this condition persists next month, then consult an obstetrician-gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Breakthrough Bleeding While on Birth Control Pills
Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and pregnancy? Hello, doctor. Due to irregular menstrual cycles, sometimes my period comes on time every month, while other times it can be three to five months apart. I went to a gynecologist for an examination and had a transvaginal ultrasound, ...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. For pregnancy concerns, please perform 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...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Understanding Post-Ovulation Discharge: What It Means for Conception
Cervical mucus after ovulation My husband and I are currently trying to conceive. This time, we only had intercourse on the first day of the fertile window. In the past, I would only notice brown discharge (bleeding) during ovulation, but this time, after the ovulation period end...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible. Just observe for now. If your period is delayed, it is recommended to take a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Post-Ovulation Discharge: What It Means for Conception
Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Discharge: When to Seek Medical Help
Vaginal discharge resembling mucus? The discharge over the past two days has been mucus-like, with a slightly yellow-green color, and it breaks apart when pulled. There is also some discomfort in the lower abdomen, and a few days ago, there was itching in the genital area. One da...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your symptom description, it is advised to maintain cleanliness and dryness in the perineal area, avoid tight-fitting clothing, minimize the use of panty liners, ensure adequate sleep, and follow a light diet. Additionally, try to avoid stress and prolonged sittin...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Discharge: When to Seek Medical Help
Pregnancy Concerns After Unprotected Sex: What You Need to Know
Are you pregnant? It should be the third day of the ovulation period. My girlfriend's last menstrual period was from May 13 to 18, and the one before that was from April 14 to 18. She mentioned that her menstrual cycle is not very regular. We had unprotected intercourse on J...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is a possibility of pregnancy even if ejaculation has not occurred during intercourse, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. The effectiveness of emergency contraception is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. Additionally, emergency contr...[Read More] Pregnancy Concerns After Unprotected Sex: What You Need to Know
Pregnancy Concerns After Unprotected Sex: Your Questions Answered
Are you pregnant? It should be the third day of the ovulation period. My girlfriend's last menstrual period was from May 13 to 18, and the one before that was from April 14 to 18. She mentioned that her menstrual cycle is not very regular. We had unprotected intercourse on J...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is a possibility of pregnancy even if ejaculation has not occurred during intercourse, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. Additionally, emergency contraceptive pills are not 100% effective, with a failure rate of about 3%. The impact of emerg...[Read More] Pregnancy Concerns After Unprotected Sex: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Missed Birth Control Pills and Emergency Contraception
Missed dose of the contraceptive pill? Hello, I have been taking the oral contraceptive pill (Yueji) for several months. The first day of this cycle was May 31, but I missed a dose on June 5. I took two pills on June 6 to make up for the missed dose. The app indicates that my ovu...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should have contraceptive effects, so there is no need to take emergency contraception. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Missed Birth Control Pills and Emergency Contraception
Can You Get Pregnant After Ovulation with Safe Sex?
One day after ovulation, I used a condom the entire time and it did not break? If you used a condom throughout intercourse on May 28, the likelihood of pregnancy is significantly reduced. May 27 was indicated as the last day of your ovulation period on the app, and since you had ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of contraception using condoms alone is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. Therefore, it is generally not recommended to rely solely on condoms for contraception. If your menstrual period is more than a week late, it is advisable to...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Ovulation with Safe Sex?
Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Condom Failure: Key Insights
Condom rupture? If your girlfriend's menstrual period started on May 2 and you had sexual intercourse on May 21, and you discovered a small hole near the base of the condom, the risk of pregnancy depends on several factors. Since ovulation typically occurs around 14 days aft...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there is a possibility of pregnancy because the failure rate of correctly using condoms is still around 5%. As long as there are active sperm in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is a chance of pregnancy regardless of the method of ex...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Condom Failure: Key Insights
Could She Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks of Manual Stimulation
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, my girlfriend's last menstrual period started on April 5th, and her usual cycle is about 28-29 days. On the evening of May 7th, she gave me a handjob, and after ejaculation, I used a tissue to clean my penis. Later, I inserted my hand into h...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Please wait for another week, and if your period still doesn't arrive, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Could She Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks of Manual Stimulation