Post-Miscarriage Care: What to Do After a Loss?
What to do after a miscarriage? I have experienced two miscarriages within a month due to trauma. After the miscarriages, I noticed some soft white discharge, but I haven't seen a doctor. Since then, I've been experiencing intermittent pain. Recently, I am considering g...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. If you are a victim of domestic violence, you should bravely seek assistance from the police. 2. Please seek medical attention promptly; the physician will make a determination. Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Post-Miscarriage Care: What to Do After a Loss?
Understanding Pain During Intimacy: Causes and When to Seek Help
I'm sorry, but I cannot provide a translation without the content you would like me to translate. Please provide the My girlfriend told me that she feels some pain during intercourse, but it doesn't happen every time. What could be the reason for this? She had a Pap sme...
Dr. Zhong Wenzhen Reply:
Hello: The causes of dyspareunia can range from psychological to physiological factors, including 1. Psychological rejection leading to spasmodic contractions and pain in the lower abdomen. 2. Stinging pain caused by external genital stimulation. 3. Pain due to uterine contractio...[Read More] Understanding Pain During Intimacy: Causes and When to Seek Help
Does Inflammation Affect Fertility? Understanding the Risks and Treatments
Does inflammation affect fertility? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if inflammation can affect fertility. My situation is that after a Pap smear, the doctor said I had inflammation and prescribed two white pills for vaginal insertion, one before bed for two days, and then I ha...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
The use of vaginal suppositories is primarily for the treatment of vaginitis and has little impact on infertility. The common pathogens involved are fungi and Trichomonas. The inflammation causing infertility mainly affects the fallopian tubes and results in pelvic inflammatory d...[Read More] Does Inflammation Affect Fertility? Understanding the Risks and Treatments
How to Differentiate Between Miscarriage and Other Pregnancy Complications?
How to differentiate between a miscarriage and other pathologies? I am currently about six weeks pregnant. After learning about my pregnancy, I occasionally experience brownish discharge that resembles bleeding. My doctor prescribed progesterone for me, but a few days later, the ...
Dr. Chen Xuhui Reply:
Early vaginal bleeding during pregnancy is referred to as a threatened miscarriage; however, whether a miscarriage will actually occur largely depends on the fetus itself. Approximately two-thirds of miscarriages are due to severe fetal abnormalities that are naturally selected o...[Read More] How to Differentiate Between Miscarriage and Other Pregnancy Complications?
Is It Safe? Understanding Menstrual Cycles and PMS Symptoms
Is this dangerous? Hello Doctor: My last two menstrual periods were on July 20 and June 20. My usual menstrual cycle is longer than 30 days, lasting about seven days each time. This month, due to work and other stressors, I feel that my period may be delayed, and I haven't e...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. The safe period is unreliable. 2. No, ovulation can be assessed using basal body temperature, ultrasound, blood tests, or urine tests. 3. Not necessarily; ultrasound and Pap smear examinations are required. 4. Generally, menstruation is considered to be significant only...[Read More] Is It Safe? Understanding Menstrual Cycles and PMS Symptoms
Postpartum Bleeding Concerns: Understanding Your Symptoms After Childbirth
Hemorrhage Hello, Doctor: I am six months postpartum and had an episiotomy. I had a Pap smear 50 days after giving birth, and since then, I have experienced a few episodes of bleeding. The earlier episodes had a similar volume to the bleeding after the Pap smear and were somewhat...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: If both the Pap smear and the obstetric and gynecological ultrasound examinations are normal, there is no need to worry. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.[Read More] Postpartum Bleeding Concerns: Understanding Your Symptoms After Childbirth
Understanding Group B Streptococcus Infections: Diagnosis and Treatment Challenges
Group B Streptococcal infection Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing yellow or yellow-green discharge. The doctor said it was a bacterial and fungal infection. After taking medication, the discharge turned into a white mass. When I reported this to the doctor, he said...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. Not possible. 2. Antibiotic susceptibility testing is for reference only and is not absolute. 3. If the smear is affected by inflammatory cells, it may not be possible to assess whether there are abnormal cervical cells, and the report will indicate inflammation. Howeve...[Read More] Understanding Group B Streptococcus Infections: Diagnosis and Treatment Challenges
Experiencing Bleeding During Intercourse: Causes and Solutions
Bleeding during intercourse? Recently, after having intercourse with my boyfriend, I noticed bloodstains on the bed, and my vagina feels uncomfortable. I have been experiencing bloody discharge for several days. Could you please advise me on how to handle this? Thank you.
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
In principle, please visit the obstetrics and gynecology outpatient clinic for a physician's pelvic examination, along with a cervical cancer screening Pap smear or colposcopy.[Read More] Experiencing Bleeding During Intercourse: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Assessing Cervical Cancer Risk
Regarding "abnormal bleeding"......? Thank you for your response, doctor. Based on my symptoms, what is the likelihood of having cervical cancer?
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
It is advisable for you to undergo a cervical cancer screening with a Pap smear and then have the physician interpret the report findings.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Assessing Cervical Cancer Risk
Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Abnormal vaginal bleeding? Hello Dr. Huang: My menstruation ended on June 3rd, and two weeks later, I had sexual intercourse (not my first time). During the process, I felt some discomfort in the abdominal area near the bladder. Afterwards, I noticed a small amount of bright red ...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
There is no need to worry too much; please visit the obstetrics and gynecology department for a cervical cancer screening Pap smear.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Prolonged Menstrual Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Attention
Menstrual issues Hello Doctor: I would like to ask, if my menstrual period started on June 20 and it has not ended yet, initially it was very light and then it became a bit heavier, and now it is still bright red, with this intermittent bleeding lasting for more than two weeks. S...
Dr. Chen Xuhui Reply:
Hello, abnormal uterine bleeding usually requires an examination to check for any uterine structural abnormalities using ultrasound to look for fibroids, endometrial lesions, and to rule out the possibility of pregnancy and systemic diseases such as coagulopathy or endocrine diso...[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Menstrual Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Persistent Vaginal Itching: Causes and Next Steps
Itching in the genital area? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing itching in my genital area for a long time. The first time was in my sophomore year when I visited a gynecologist, took medication, and applied ointment, which resolved the issue without recurrence. However, in ...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Itching in the genital area may be due to a Candida infection, and cervical mucous cysts could be physiological Nabothian cysts. To rule out cervical cancer, a pelvic examination and Pap smear are necessary. Please seek medical attention promptly; you can go to Taichung Ve...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Vaginal Itching: Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Pain After Gynecological Exams: What to Expect
Pain after a gynecological examination? 1. The discomfort or pain experienced during a pelvic examination can be attributed to several factors, including the pressure applied during the examination, the sensitivity of the vaginal and cervical tissues, or any underlying conditions...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: It is normal to experience some discomfort or mild pain in the lower body after a pelvic examination. If you still feel discomfort after relaxing and resting for three days, please return for a follow-up consultation. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gyn...[Read More] Understanding Pain After Gynecological Exams: What to Expect
Understanding PCOS: Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips for Women
Women's physiological issues? Hello, I have a question for the doctor. I am a 42-year-old housewife, and recently I have been experiencing frequent itching in the genital area, as well as the concern of not having my menstrual period for a long time (about seven months). Aft...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
The frequent issue of genital itching is usually caused by inflammation of the genital area and vagina. Please seek medical treatment for the concern of menstruation being absent for an extended period (approximately seven months). After consultation and diagnosis, I was informed...[Read More] Understanding PCOS: Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips for Women
Optimal Timing for Pap Smears: When to Schedule Your Test
Pap smear examination Hello, doctor. I just want to ask a simple question. Is there a specific time frame before or after menstruation when it is best to avoid a Pap smear, or can it be done at any time except during the menstrual period? I am concerned that changes in the endome...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: The best time to visit the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Hsinchu Hospital is within a week after your menstrual period ends. However, if you are busy, you can come anytime when you are not menstruating.[Read More] Optimal Timing for Pap Smears: When to Schedule Your Test
Postpartum Urethral Pain: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Postpartum urethral swelling and pain? Hello, I gave birth to my daughter on April 7, 2005, through vaginal delivery, and I underwent an episiotomy. During labor, I had a urinary catheter, and three days postpartum, I no longer felt pain at the incision site. I experienced some p...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: 1. Childbirth will inevitably cause some degree of pelvic muscle and ligament damage, which may result in sensations related to urination and defecation. The best rehabilitation is warm water sitz baths. 2. Both are acceptable. Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Obstetrics an...[Read More] Postpartum Urethral Pain: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Managing Hormonal Imbalance: Questions About Irregular Bleeding and Birth Control
Question Doctor, I previously experienced abnormal bleeding, and the doctor said it was due to hormonal imbalance, so I was prescribed the contraceptive pill, Seasonique, to help regulate it. However, after taking it for four months and then stopping, I started experiencing abnor...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Welcome to the clinic for an ultrasound examination. If you have had sexual experience, we will also perform a pelvic exam and Pap smear to rule out the possibility of organic diseases of the uterus and ovaries. Hsinchu City Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecolog...[Read More] Managing Hormonal Imbalance: Questions About Irregular Bleeding and Birth Control
Understanding Pap Smears and Biopsy Tests in Cervical Cancer Screening
Pap smear and biopsy examination? Dear Doctor, I would like to ask you a question regarding cervical cancer. My mother underwent a total hysterectomy (with ovaries preserved) over a year ago due to early-stage cervical cancer. She has been having regular Pap smears post-surgery,...
Dr. Chen Nengjin Reply:
Hello: The Pap smear and biopsy are different procedures. A Pap smear involves using a cervical brush to collect cells from the surface of the cervix for examination, and it is non-invasive. A biopsy involves the removal of a portion of tissue for examination, and it is invasive....[Read More] Understanding Pap Smears and Biopsy Tests in Cervical Cancer Screening
Is It Normal for Your Menstrual Cycle to Suddenly Shorten?
Is it normal for the menstrual cycle to suddenly change and become shorter? Hello! My menstrual cycle has always been regular, lasting 28-30 days. I have been regularly undergoing Pap smear tests for the past five years. However, in the last three months, my menstrual cycle has s...
Dr. Chen Nengjin Reply:
Hello: Abnormal discharge outside of the menstrual period requires further vaginal examination to determine the underlying issue. Please visit a gynecologist if you experience any unusual symptoms.[Read More] Is It Normal for Your Menstrual Cycle to Suddenly Shorten?
Understanding Cervical Cancer: Risks, Symptoms, and Screening Insights
Cervical cancer 1. The first time was at 17 or 18 years old. Is that too early? 2. I have been sexually active for about three to four years, but my partner is the same person, and we are both quite innocent. Recently, I want to get a Pap smear. After looking into some informat...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: The cause of cervical cancer has been established as an infection of the cervix by the HPV virus, with sexual intercourse being the most likely mode of transmission. Additionally, the younger the age, the poorer the cervix's resistance to HPV, which increases the like...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Cancer: Risks, Symptoms, and Screening Insights