Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions for Women
Abnormal bleeding Hello Doctor: I apologize for taking up your valuable time, and I appreciate you answering my questions amidst your busy schedule. I am 31 years old, and for the past two years, I have occasionally experienced bleeding about ten days after my menstrual period, l...
Dr. Zhuang Zhijian Reply:
Bleeding about ten days after your menstrual period is likely due to ovulation; however, considering you mentioned pain during intercourse and skin tearing, along with the fact that you haven't had a Pap smear, it is advisable for you to seek medical evaluation at a hospital...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: Causes, Concerns, and Solutions for Women
Understanding Menstrual Cycle Changes After Medication Discontinuation
Menstruation延經 refers to the process of menstruation Hello, Dr. Zhao. I would like to ask you: 1. How many days after stopping menstrual delay medication will my period come? Is it normal to experience occasional severe lower abdominal pain after stopping the medication? 2. Wi...
Dr. Zhao Chengxiang Reply:
1. How many days after stopping the medication will menstruation occur? Is it normal to experience occasional severe lower abdominal pain after stopping the medication? A. Generally, menstruation will occur within a week after stopping the medication. If you usually experience ab...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Cycle Changes After Medication Discontinuation
Understanding Irregular Periods: What Does It Mean?
What is that? Hello, doctor. I previously asked you about having two menstrual periods in one month. I actually started my period on July 17, and today is July 20, but it has stopped. What could this mean?
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
If the pattern, duration, and amount of bleeding are similar in two or more instances, it is likely to be a true menstrual period. Basic examinations such as ultrasound, Pap smear, and hormone tests can be performed. If all results are normal, taking menstrual regulation medicati...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: What Does It Mean?
Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Genital bleeding Hello Doctor: My menstrual period usually comes at the end of each month, but recently on June 22, I experienced bleeding after having sexual intercourse with my boyfriend. Could this be related to ovulation? The doctor prescribed Provera for me on June 26, and I...
Dr. Mao Yikun Reply:
Hello: Irregular menstrual cycles are related to lifestyle habits. Birth control pills also affect the menstrual cycle. There are many symptoms of cervical cancer, so it is best to have a Pap smear test once a year.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Inflammation in Pap Smear Results: What You Need to Know
The smear test results indicate inflammation? Hello, doctor. I recently had a Pap smear test. On the day of the examination, the doctor informed me that my cervix showed some erosion, signs of inflammation, and a bit of discharge. After a week of treatment, I returned to review t...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
The so-called cervical erosion in young people is actually just the eversion of the columnar epithelium of the cervix; it is not truly eroded. Typically, this is not a disease but a normal condition. A Pap smear result of grade two indicates mild cellular inflammation or reactive...[Read More] Understanding Inflammation in Pap Smear Results: What You Need to Know
Concerns About Blood in Urine Before Marriage: What to Know
A person who is about to become a wife? Hello, Doctor: I am a woman who is about to get married at the end of the year, and there is something that has been bothering me a lot. I would like your assistance. I have been in a relationship with my fiancé for 8 years, and our sexual ...
Dr. Shi Chengyang Reply:
Please visit our hospital for a detailed examination before proceeding with the appropriate treatment.[Read More] Concerns About Blood in Urine Before Marriage: What to Know
Understanding Cervical Erosion: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
Cervical erosion Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you about the issue of cervical erosion. This term sounds quite alarming. During my Pap smear examinations last year and this year, the doctor mentioned that I have a slight erosion on my cervix. Last year, I underwent local med...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
This is not a major issue; most women experience this, especially those of reproductive age. There is no need for special treatment; an annual Pap smear is sufficient. In fact, most cases of cervical "erosion" are not true erosion but rather an eversion of the cervical ...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Erosion: Causes, Treatments, and Concerns
Understanding Ovulation Pain: When to Seek Help and Treatment Options
Ovulation pain? Hello, I would like to ask you some questions. My menstrual cycle is about 26-32 days. Recently, for the past two months, I have noticed that around ovulation (around the middle of the month), 1. I experience pain in the lower left abdomen. I am unsure if this is ...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
1. If it is really painful, a thorough examination is certainly necessary. 2. If it is indeed ovulation pain, contraceptive pills can be taken to prevent it; there are many brands of contraceptive pills, and any of them will suffice. 3. If a dermoid cyst is benign, it should not ...[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Pain: When to Seek Help and Treatment Options
Understanding Your Cervical Cone Biopsy Results: Next Steps and Concerns
Please provide the content you would like Hello Doctor: My cone biopsy report has come out. The report results are as follows: [Examination Items] 25001 Small specimen biopsy 25002 Medium specimen biopsy [Clinical Symptoms and Preliminary Diagnosis] [Report Content] 1. Uterus, ce...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Dear User, In the pathology report you mentioned, it still does not indicate whether all lesions have been completely excised during the cervical conization procedure. Therefore, to determine if all lesions have been removed, please consult your attending physician regarding the...[Read More] Understanding Your Cervical Cone Biopsy Results: Next Steps and Concerns
Concerns About Excessive Discharge and Cervical Cancer Risk
I have had a problem with excessive secretion for many years? Hello! Since I started my menstrual cycle, I have experienced excessive discharge that is yellow in color. I have seen several doctors, but there has been no improvement. A few days ago, I visited a doctor again, and a...
Dr. Mao Yikun Reply:
Hello: Bacterial infections are not significantly related to cervical cancer, so there is no need to worry too much.[Read More] Concerns About Excessive Discharge and Cervical Cancer Risk
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice
Abnormal bleeding? Hello, doctor. Although abnormal bleeding has been an ongoing issue, I still want to ask again (because visiting a gynecologist feels quite intimidating...). From previous Q&As, it seems that if there is bleeding between menstrual periods, it could be ovula...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
On the 20th day of your menstrual cycle, you experienced light bleeding after sexual intercourse. If we estimate that your menstrual cycle started around June 14, this could potentially be ovulatory bleeding, considering your menstrual cycle ranges from 27 to 34 days. If it has b...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Fungal Infections and Discharge After Gynecological Surgery
I'm sorry, but it seems that the content you Hello, doctor. I'm here to ask a question again. A week ago, I had a Pap smear, and the results were normal. On the day of the test, the doctor mentioned that I had a lot of discharge due to a yeast infection and prescribed m...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
Fungal infections can cause white, curd-like discharge and significant itching. However, vaginal yeast infections are generally treated more effectively with local vaginal suppositories or creams, which have fewer side effects.[Read More] Understanding Fungal Infections and Discharge After Gynecological Surgery
Understanding Vaginal Discharge: Concerns and Treatment Options
Please teach me how to do it? Hello Doctor: I often have issues with vaginal discharge. Sometimes it appears yellow and has an unusual odor, and at times the amount is quite excessive, which is really bothersome. I visited a gynecologist, but the doctor told me that vaginal disch...
Dr. Zhao Chengxiang Reply:
Normal vaginal discharge is physiological, especially more abundant around ovulation. If there are no discomforts, treatment is not necessary. Individuals with a colder constitution may experience more discharge. Additionally, consuming very cold foods, excessive fatigue, and lat...[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Discharge: Concerns and Treatment Options
Understanding Cervical Cone Biopsy: Dysplasia, Cancer Risks, and Recurrence Rates
Underwent cone biopsy of the cervix? Hello Doctor: My cervical biopsy report indicates Uterus, cervix, biopsy - Moderate dysplasia. The doctor recommended that I undergo a cervical conization procedure (which I have already done). 1. Can you tell me if my pathology report is cons...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Dear online friend: Hello! Your cervical biopsy report indicates "Uterus.cervix, biopsy - Moderate dysplasia," which is a precancerous condition and not yet cervical cancer. Since precancerous lesions for cervical cancer take a long time to develop, early detection allo...[Read More] Understanding Cervical Cone Biopsy: Dysplasia, Cancer Risks, and Recurrence Rates
When to Schedule Fertility Tests for PCOS: A Guide for Women
When should examinations be conducted? Hello Doctor: I have a few questions to ask you. My menstrual period started on April 8th, and I would like to undergo infertility testing and treatment. I have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Should I go for the examination on the second ...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
Checking hormone levels on the second and third days of menstruation is more accurate. If you go now, you can certainly also undergo ultrasound, Pap smear, pelvic examination, and basal body temperature assessment.[Read More] When to Schedule Fertility Tests for PCOS: A Guide for Women
Understanding Pap Smear Accuracy and Its Implications for Cervical Health
What is the accuracy of Pap smear testing? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing chronic uterine inflammation or vaginitis. In the past six months, I have undergone two Pap smears, both of which indicated that I only have inflammation, which was considered normal. During this ti...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Dear netizens: Hello! The purpose of the Pap smear is to detect precancerous changes in cervical cells at an early stage, allowing for early diagnosis and effective treatment. Many young women may present with inflammatory cells on their Pap smear due to cervicitis or vaginitis. ...[Read More] Understanding Pap Smear Accuracy and Its Implications for Cervical Health
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding During Menstruation: Causes and Concerns
Abnormal bleeding during menstruation? Hello, Doctor! I would like to ask you about something. Over the past year, I have been experiencing irregular bleeding during my menstrual cycle, which is typically 28 days. The bleeding occurs between days 10 to 15, and there is fresh bloo...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Dear user, Based on your description of the menstrual cycle, abnormal bleeding duration, and the nature of the abnormal bleeding, I also believe it is likely non-pathological, possibly slight bleeding during ovulation. Of course, common abnormal uterine bleeding should consider...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding During Menstruation: Causes and Concerns
The Importance of Cervical Screening: What Happens If You Skip It?
Uterine biopsy specimen Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to ask if a Pap smear is absolutely necessary. I have never had a Pap smear done from before my marriage until after having children. What are the potential consequences of not having this test?
Dr. Chen Nengjin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yi: The Pap smear is a convenient method for screening cervical cancer. Cervical cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related mortality among women. Early detection and treatment are the best approaches. The Pap test is an effective tool for early detect...[Read More] The Importance of Cervical Screening: What Happens If You Skip It?
Understanding Unusual Gynecological Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Strange? Hello doctor, I have been very troubled recently. 1. I have been experiencing strange symptoms: for the past two months, my menstrual period has lasted more than 5 days and has an unpleasant odor, requiring me to change my pad every 3-4 hours. 2. Is this happening becaus...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
An unusual odor may indicate vaginal inflammation and is not related to the number of childbirths. It is recommended to have a Pap smear annually. Chest pain may be due to breast conditions or muscle soreness in the chest area. Sincerely, Dr. Lu Li-Cheng, Obstetrics and Gynecolog...[Read More] Understanding Unusual Gynecological Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Cervical Pap Smear Results: How Are They Delivered to Patients?
Pap smear test Hello Doctor, may I ask if the diagnostic report for the cervical smear test from the hospital is sent back via mail, or is it picked up in person by the patient at the hospital? Or is it up to the patient to decide? Thank you for your response!
Dr. Zhao Chengxiang Reply:
Hello, Xiao Jing. I apologize for the delayed response due to some matters. Regarding the Pap smear report, each hospital has different handling methods due to staffing issues, so it's important to clarify this when undergoing the procedure. Generally, hospitals may handle i...[Read More] Cervical Pap Smear Results: How Are They Delivered to Patients?