Pregnancy test, Obstetrics and Gynecology FAQ

Understanding Medication Abortion: Signs of Pregnancy or Retained Tissue?

Medication abortion issues After taking the medication, I started experiencing heavy bleeding from April 17, which stopped on April 24. I had intercourse in early May, and my period still hasn't arrived. On June 10, I took a pregnancy test, and it showed two very dark lines....

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, both possibilities could be valid. It is recommended that you consult a physician for evaluation. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang

Missed Period After Emergency Contraceptive: Pregnancy Concerns Explained

After intimate contact, I took a pregnancy test after my period was due, but my menstruation has not arrived? I engaged in intimate activities with my girlfriend where she helped me, and I helped her. I am concerned that during the process, accidental contact with bodily fluids c...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effects of emergency contraceptive pills on menstruation can vary; it may cause your period to come early or late. Additionally, their contraceptive effectiveness is not 100%. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! ...

Understanding Pregnancy Chances with PCOS: A Temperature Guide

Probability of pregnancy? I have polycystic ovary syndrome and am currently being treated at a reproductive center. On June 2nd, I received an ovulation trigger shot and had intercourse. I started using the ovulation predictor kit (OPK) on June 9th, but my temperature readings ar...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you suspect you might be pregnant, it's advisable to monitor your situation. If your period is late, it's recommended to take a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health.

Faint Line on Pregnancy Test: PCOS Concerns and Next Steps

A pregnancy test shows a very faint line after 20 minutes, along with issues related to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? Hello Doctor: My girlfriend has been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). In the past, she took birth control pills to regulate her menstrual cycl...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, both contraceptive pills and ovulation medications are treatment options. If you want to prevent pregnancy, you can take contraceptive pills. If you take ovulation medications, you will need to use additional contraceptive measures. As for whether you are pregnant, you sho...

Understanding Abnormal Bleeding After Menstruation: Causes and Concerns

Abnormal bleeding after menstruation? Hello, Doctor: Over the past five years, my menstrual cycle has shortened by about seven days compared to when I was in my 20s and 30s, averaging around 24 to 27 days, and sometimes even as short as 20 days (it has never been very regular). A...

Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello Karin: The situation regarding medication assessment should be related to earlier stages and hormonal imbalances. Additionally, the menstrual regulation medication does not conflict with lipid-lowering medications.

Understanding Your Chances of Pregnancy: Key Factors to Consider

What are the chances of getting pregnant? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period started on May 13, and my cycles are usually 27 to 30 days. However, my last cycle was only 24 days, starting on May 28. I had sexual intercourse with withdrawal on June 4, and my period was expected...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Please wait another week, and if your period still hasn't arrived, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Pregnancy Testing Questions: Understanding Menstrual Cycles and Fertility

Pregnancy test questions? 1. My girlfriend has her period, and both the duration and the color of the menstrual flow are normal. Should we still take a pregnancy test? 2. It has been 14 days since the intercourse; is it possible that some sperm could still remain in her body desp...

Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
1. If your period arrives on time, it is unlikely that you are pregnant. 2. Sperm can survive in the body for no more than 3 days. 3. It is still possible to test negative. 4. You can test positive approximately 2 to 3 weeks later. 5. About 1 to 2 days.

Common Pregnancy Questions: Menstruation, Testing, and Concerns

Pregnancy test questions? 1. Does getting a menstrual period mean that a woman is not pregnant? 2. Is it accurate to take a pregnancy test 15 days after unprotected intercourse, or should it be done 18 days later? 3. If a woman has her period, should she still worry about the...

Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
1. No, you need to determine whether the uterine bleeding is "menstrual." 2. It usually takes about 18 days to be more certain. 3. No, it won't. 4. This is explained in point 1. 5. This is a common situation, but whether it is normal should be assessed by a physici...

Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Unprotected Intercourse and Irregular Cycles

Pregnancy probability Your girlfriend is 15 years old and has irregular menstrual cycles. She had her period for a week at the end of March and beginning of April, and then had a regular period for about a week around early May, specifically around May 7th or 8th. On May 20th, yo...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability should be low, but you can take a pregnancy test to check if you are pregnant. Wishing you good health.

Missed Period After Taking Emergency Contraceptive: What to Do Next?

After taking the emergency contraceptive pill, menstruation has not yet occurred? Hello Doctor, I have been taking Loette (28 pills) and I finished all 28 pills on May 29 (9 days ago). I had unprotected intercourse on the same day, and I still have not gotten my period. I took a ...

Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello Mina: Q1: If the pregnancy test is negative, you may continue taking the next pack of medication. Q2: In this situation, it is advisable to consult a physician about possibly changing the medication. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected and Protected Intercourse

Pregnancy probability Hello doctor, my last menstrual periods were on March 3, March 30, and April 29. Then on May 29, which is the day before my expected period, I had sexual intercourse. At first, there was penetration without a condom, but later we used a condom, and it did no...

Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
It is recommended to take a pregnancy test directly. Although the chances are low, it is important to use condoms throughout the entire intercourse for safety, as there may be a small amount of sperm released before ejaculation.

Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected and Protected Intercourse

Probability of Pregnancy Hello doctor, my last menstrual periods were on March 3, March 30, and April 29. Then on May 29, which is the day before my expected period, I had sexual intercourse. At first, there was unprotected penetration for a moment, but then we used a condom, and...

Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected and Protected Intercourse

Probability of Pregnancy Hello doctor, my last menstrual periods were on March 3, March 30, and April 29. Then on May 29, which is the day before my expected period, I had sexual intercourse. Initially, there was unprotected penetration for a moment, but then we used a condom, an...

Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
It is recommended to take a pregnancy test directly. Although the chances are low, it is important to use condoms consistently throughout intercourse for safety, as there may be a small amount of sperm released before ejaculation.

Does Drinking Beverages Before a Pregnancy Test Affect Accuracy?

Will drinking beverages before a pregnancy test affect the accuracy? My period is over a week late. I took a pregnancy test at noon today, and the result was one line. I don't have any symptoms currently, but I drank a lot of fluids before the test. Could this affect the acc...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraceptive pills, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical lesions, infections, ovulati...

Understanding Brown Discharge During Menstrual Cycle: Causes and Concerns

Brown discharge during menstruation? Hello Doctor, my menstrual cycle has been quite regular in the past. My period was expected on May 27, but from May 27 until yesterday (June 1), I only experienced brown discharge, with the exception of some red blood that appeared on the nigh...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Consider May 30th as the start of your menstrual period and monitor your situation for now. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Irregular Cycles in Women

Pregnancy test questions? Hello Doctor: I had unprotected intercourse on March 9 and March 16, but there was no ejaculation. Then, on April 7, I went to the clinic for a pregnancy test, and the result from the test strip was negative. During the ultrasound (without a full bladder...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are not pregnant. After taking the medication to induce menstruation, please return to the clinic within five days to regulate your menstrual cycle. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Pregnancy Tests: 14 Days After Intercourse

Pregnancy test If you had sexual intercourse 14 days ago and took a pregnancy test, and it showed negative results, it generally indicates that you are not pregnant. However, if your last menstrual period started on April 21 and you have not gotten your period after taking menstr...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is likely that you are not pregnant. Typically, after taking menstrual induction medication, you should expect your period to arrive within a week. If it does not come, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Testing Concerns

Menstrual irregularities and pregnancy testing issues? Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period was from April 28 to May 3. My last sexual intercourse occurred between May 19 and May 21 (there was unprotected penetration for a few times before using a condom). My expected menstrual...

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that your menstrual period is approaching. Just observe for now; it is likely that you are not pregnant. Wishing you good health.

Is a Negative Pregnancy Test Reliable After IVF on April 30?

Pregnancy test questions? Hello doctor, I had external ejaculation on April 30th and took a pregnancy test on May 29th, which showed one line. How reliable is this result?

Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.

Understanding Menstrual Induction Pills: Pregnancy Risks and Testing Accuracy

Issues related to menstrual induction medications? If the doctor has confirmed that you are not pregnant and has prescribed medication to induce menstruation, this generally indicates that the likelihood of pregnancy is low. However, it is important to note that a pregnancy test ...

Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the physician should have conducted the relevant examinations. After taking the menstrual induction medication, it typically takes 2 to 10 days for menstruation to occur. It is recommended that if you do not get your period after two weeks, you s...

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