Understanding the Risks of Placenta Accreta After Previous Abortions
Invasive placenta I would like to ask the doctor, about 15 years ago I had two abortions, one was a surgical abortion at nearly three months of pregnancy, and the other was a medical abortion. Now I am several months pregnant. After all these years, is there still a risk of place...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is generally not common, but it is still recommended to visit a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Risks of Placenta Accreta After Previous Abortions
Understanding Pregnancy Testing: Blood Tests and Home Kits Explained
Blood test for pregnancy issues? 1. Is a negative blood pregnancy test 23 days after the last sexual intercourse reliable? Should I confirm it again? 2. Is the result of a pregnancy test strip accurate if taken three weeks (21 days) after the last sexual intercourse? (I have irr...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the normal process involves the sperm and egg meeting in the fallopian tube. The fertilized egg is called a zygote, which begins to divide and grow, progressing from two cells to four, then eight cells, and reaching the morula stage about three days after ovulation. It the...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Testing: Blood Tests and Home Kits Explained
Understanding Low Placenta Position and Its Implications in Pregnancy
Low placental position? Hello Doctor, I am currently 34 weeks pregnant. During my recent prenatal check-up, the doctor informed me that the baby is in a transverse position in the uterus and that there is a low-lying placenta, which may lead to a cesarean section. I have the foll...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the placenta is positioned relatively low, and the chances of it changing at 34 weeks of pregnancy are low. A cesarean section may be necessary. It's best to consult your obstetrician for further clarification. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Low Placenta Position and Its Implications in Pregnancy
Pregnancy Medication Concerns: Effects on Fetal Movement and Safety
Medications during pregnancy Hello, doctor. I am the one who inquired about medication for pregnant women the day before yesterday. I went to an ENT specialist who helped me with a nasal spray (wanose). I would like to ask you, as I have noticed that the fetal movements have been...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the medication you mentioned should theoretically not cause any discomfort to the fetus or lead to fetal hypoxia; monitoring is sufficient. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Pregnancy Medication Concerns: Effects on Fetal Movement and Safety
Understanding Miscarriage: Symptoms and Pregnancy Testing Insights
Is it a spontaneous abortion? Menstruation started on November 23 and again on December 28, but the flow was lighter than usual and the color was black. On the third day, there was significant pain and the passage of a piece that resembled a blood clot but was more solid and pink...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you are likely not pregnant. If you're still concerned, taking a pregnancy test will provide clarity. If the result is positive, it could indicate a miscarriage; otherwise, it would just be your menstrual period. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Miscarriage: Symptoms and Pregnancy Testing Insights
Medication Safety During Pregnancy: Understanding Effects on Fetal Movement
Medications during pregnancy Hello, doctor. I am the one who inquired about medication for pregnant women the day before yesterday. I went to see an ENT specialist, and the doctor sprayed (wanose) in my nose. I would like to ask you about something. During this period, I have not...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I am the person who inquired about medication for pregnant women the day before yesterday. I went to an ENT specialist who helped me with a nasal spray (wanose). I would like to ask the doctor about something: during this period, I have noticed less fetal movement, but after usin...[Read More] Medication Safety During Pregnancy: Understanding Effects on Fetal Movement
Medication Safety During Pregnancy: Understanding Effects on Fetal Movement
Medications during pregnancy Hello, doctor. I am the one who inquired about medication for pregnant women the day before yesterday. I visited an ENT specialist who sprayed (wanose) in my nose. I would like to ask you about something. During this period, I have noticed decreased f...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
During this time, I have noticed less fetal movement, but after using that medication the other night, the baby moved a lot and for a long time. However, yesterday and today, the fetal movement has decreased again, similar to before. I would like to ask the doctor if the increase...[Read More] Medication Safety During Pregnancy: Understanding Effects on Fetal Movement
Understanding Bleeding Duration After RU486: What to Expect
The bleeding time associated with RU486 (mifepristone) can Hello, Dr. Tsai. I have some questions for you: 1. I took RU486 at Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital on June 22 (Saturday), when I was 7 weeks and 3 days pregnant. 2. On July 3 (Wednesday) afternoon, during a transv...
Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
It is recommended to visit the outpatient clinic for a detailed examination. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Bleeding Duration After RU486: What to Expect
Steroid Use During Early Pregnancy: Safety Concerns and Guidelines
Medication during pregnancy: corticosteroids? Hello Doctor: My wife has been regularly visiting the immunology department due to her condition (ankylosing spondylitis with iritis) and is currently 4 to 5 weeks pregnant. This week, she experienced some bleeding, and we are concern...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
My spouse has been regularly visiting the immunology department due to ankylosing spondylitis complicated by iritis. She is currently 4 to 5 weeks pregnant and has experienced some bleeding this week, which raises concerns about the immune system attacking the embryo. In addition...[Read More] Steroid Use During Early Pregnancy: Safety Concerns and Guidelines
Could I Have Miscarried? Understanding Unusual Menstrual Symptoms
Is it a miscarriage? I had sexual intercourse a few days before my period, and during my menstruation, I passed many blood clots, including something that suddenly came out that looks very much like liver. Could this be placental tissue? Am I experiencing a miscarriage? I don...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Having sexual intercourse a few days before your period, experiencing heavy bleeding with many blood clots, and suddenly passing something that looks like a liver—could this be the placenta? Am I experiencing a miscarriage? I don't have any pain in my abdomen, only some disc...[Read More] Could I Have Miscarried? Understanding Unusual Menstrual Symptoms
Understanding RU486: Normal Bleeding Duration and Concerns After Use
RU486, also known as mifepristone, Hello, Dr. Huang. I have the following symptoms that I would like you to address: 1. I took RU486 on June 22 at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Kaohsiung, when I was 7 weeks and 3 days pregnant. 2. On July 3, during an afternoon ultrasound exam...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. On June 22nd (Saturday) at Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, I took RU486, and at that time, I was 7 weeks and 3 days pregnant. 2. On July 3rd (Wednesday) in the afternoon, during a transvaginal ultrasound, Dr. Yang was unable to determine whether it was the placenta or...[Read More] Understanding RU486: Normal Bleeding Duration and Concerns After Use
Can Breast Enhancement Supplements Affect Women with PCOS?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Hello, Doctor! I would like to ask on behalf of my girlfriend. She has polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and is wondering if she can consume a breast enhancement supplement. Here are the ingredients of the product: 🔺 "Breast Enhancement Form...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, food generally does not have an impact, so there is no need to worry. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Breast Enhancement Supplements Affect Women with PCOS?
Postpartum Abdominal Pain: Concerns After Miscarriage and Retained Tissue
Postpartum abdominal pain Hello, last month at the end of January, I was five months pregnant when during a prenatal check-up, it was discovered that the fetus had died in utero. I underwent induction to deliver the fetus. After experiencing lochia for over a week, the bleeding s...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Last month, at the end of the month, I was five months pregnant. During a prenatal check-up, it was discovered that the fetus had died in utero, and I underwent induction to deliver. After experiencing lochia for over a week, the bleeding subsided, but I have been feeling crampin...[Read More] Postpartum Abdominal Pain: Concerns After Miscarriage and Retained Tissue
Understanding the Half-Life of Beta hCG: Key Insights for Testing
b-hCG levels May I ask what the half-life of beta-hCG is in days? I would like to have a blood test, thank you.
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The half-life of beta-hCG is not typically discussed in terms of days, as it is a marker for residual placental tissue and is not a radioactive substance.[Read More] Understanding the Half-Life of Beta hCG: Key Insights for Testing
Understanding HCG Levels and Post-Medication Abortion Symptoms
HCG chorionic medication abortion Dear Director: After a medical abortion, it has been 17 days, and I noticed white discharge when urinating. Is this chorionic tissue or a small amount of placental tissue? Can it be expelled through urine? My pregnancy hormone (hCG) level is 1.66...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you are unable to eliminate urine, please return to the original obstetrics and gynecology examination for further inquiries. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HCG Levels and Post-Medication Abortion Symptoms
Can You Eat These Foods with a Benign Breast Tumor? A Guide
Breast tumor Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if I can consume the following foods with my benign breast tumor? Will they help with breast enhancement? - Lecithin - Plant placenta extract - Citrus extract - Avocado extract - Pueraria mirifica (white kudzu root) - Royal jelly ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
From the perspective of Western medicine, food has a minimal impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Eat These Foods with a Benign Breast Tumor? A Guide
Understanding Invasive Placenta and Uterine Vascular Tumors in Pregnancy
Invasive placenta and uterine vascular tumor? Hello Doctor, I experienced a significant hemorrhage after a termination of pregnancy at 16 weeks due to fetal umbilical cord prolapse, and it was discovered that I have an invasive placenta. It has been one and a half months since th...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit a medical center to address this complex issue, and please follow the physician's instructions. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Invasive Placenta and Uterine Vascular Tumors in Pregnancy
Understanding the Differences Between Fu An Meng and You Jie Tong in Pregnancy Care
Youjie Tong and Fu An Meng? At 11 weeks of pregnancy, I suddenly experienced bleeding. The doctor prescribed Dydrogesterone and advised me to rest in bed more. He also mentioned that I had a placenta previa. I took Dydrogesterone four times a day for almost two weeks, but I still...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, for most patients, rest is sufficient for both similar medications. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Fu An Meng and You Jie Tong in Pregnancy Care
Understanding Invasive Placenta: Risks, Diagnosis, and Management Options
Invasive placenta Hello, Doctor. I would like to inquire about issues related to invasive placenta. I was diagnosed with a fetal umbilical cord herniation at 12 weeks of pregnancy and underwent a termination at 16 weeks due to placental abruption and invasive placenta. There was ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, ultrasound equipment can provide an approximate assessment of whether the placenta is accreta or embedded; however, clinical judgment is still essential. If you wish to preserve the uterus, there are certainly risks involved in removing the placenta. I recommend discussing...[Read More] Understanding Invasive Placenta: Risks, Diagnosis, and Management Options
Late Pregnancy Concerns: Toxoplasmosis Testing and Risks Explained
Late pregnancy Hello, doctor. I am currently 33 weeks pregnant. I previously tested negative for Toxoplasma gondii. I usually avoid eating raw food, but occasionally I handle raw meat and vegetables, and I eat out frequently. I have two turtles at home, but I don't take care...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
At 33 weeks pregnant, I previously tested negative for Toxoplasma. I usually avoid eating raw food, but occasionally handle raw meat and vegetables, and I eat out frequently. I have two turtles at home, but I don't take care of them, and I don't have cats or dogs! Later...[Read More] Late Pregnancy Concerns: Toxoplasmosis Testing and Risks Explained