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Two Months Without Menstruation: Possible Pregnancy or Other Causes?

Menstruation has not occurred for two months? Hello Doctor: My last menstrual period was from January 14 to January 20, 2023. I had intercourse on January 12 using a condom, and my period started two days later on January 14. My menstrual cycle has been somewhat irregular in the ...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Apple: Hello, it is recommended to visit an obstetrician-gynecologist for a pregnancy test. If the test shows no pregnancy, then an evaluation for menstrual induction can be considered. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Emergency Contraceptive Use

Probability of Pregnancy Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period started on January 26 and ended on January 30. I had sexual intercourse on February 2 and 3, during which there was approximately 10 seconds of unprotected sex, but I used a condom for the rest of the time and took ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills taken within 72 hours after intercourse is about 97%. However, it is not 100% effective, and there is approximately a 3% failure rate. Early pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be us...

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Can You Get Pregnant from Near Misses? Understanding Risks

Can I get pregnant? Your girlfriend's last menstrual period started on March 2, and you had sexual intercourse on March 19, using a condom throughout the act. You withdrew before ejaculation, but some semen may have flowed near the vaginal opening. Since your girlfriend stat...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of contraception using condoms is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. Therefore, it is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang

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Missed Period and Discomfort: Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Advice

Missed menstruation and feeling unwell? On the night of February 12, I had sexual intercourse with my girlfriend. Initially, it was just foreplay, and then there was brief unprotected intercourse before using a condom. Throughout the encounter, I did not feel that I ejaculated. H...


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

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Understanding Brown Discharge After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills

Experiencing brown discharge after taking emergency contraception? I took emergency contraception for the first time on January 23 and for the second time on February 1, with less than two weeks between the two doses, both taken within 24 hours. Normally, my period arrives betwee...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effects of emergency contraception on menstruation can vary; it may not necessarily cause a period to come early or late. Its contraceptive effectiveness is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. Additionally, early pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and ...

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Emergency Contraceptive Use

Probability of Pregnancy Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period started on January 26 and ended on January 30. I had sexual intercourse on February 2 and 3, during which there was approximately 10 seconds of unprotected intercourse, but I used condoms for the rest of the time an...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills taken within 72 hours after intercourse is approximately 97%. However, it is not 100%, and there is about a 3% failure rate. Early pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make...

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Late Period and Faint Second Line: Pregnancy Concerns Explained

Menstruation is delayed, and the second line is very faint? Last month, I had unprotected sexual intercourse with my boyfriend, including several instances of ejaculation inside. My period is now 6 days late, and I used two pregnancy tests, both showing very faint second lines. I...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that you are pregnant. I recommend visiting a clinic for a check-up. Wishing you good health.

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Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Effects on Menstrual Cycle and Bleeding

Emergency contraceptive pill If my girlfriend's period is already two days late and the condom broke today, will taking emergency contraception affect her menstrual cycle? Additionally, how can we determine if any bleeding is due to her period or a side effect of the medicat...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause abnormal bleeding. It is advisable to observe for a while. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after unprotected intercourse to determine if you are pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Post-Pill Bleeding: Menstrual Cycle or Side Effect?

Emergency contraceptive pill Your girlfriend's period was expected on March 15, but it has been delayed for two days. On March 18, the condom broke, and she took emergency contraception within an hour. Could you please clarify whether the bleeding afterward is her period or ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it's possible. Just observe. Generally, you can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse to determine if you are pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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Delayed Menstruation: Is It Pregnancy or a Side Effect?

Delayed menstruation? Hello, doctor. I had unprotected sexual intercourse with my girlfriend on the morning of February 13. Since it was our first time, the penis only penetrated about 3-5 centimeters for friction. I withdrew before ejaculation. However, I still bought emergency ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant, but you can take a pregnancy test to confirm. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Risk After Missed Birth Control Pills

The probability of pregnancy after taking the next pack of contraceptives late? I have been taking Alesse for four months. Last month, after finishing my period, I waited a week before starting the next pack (which means I had a two-week gap without taking the medication). This m...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you start taking birth control pills on the fifth day of your menstrual cycle, regardless of whether your period has ended, you may be starting too late, which can reduce the effectiveness of the contraception. To determine if you are pregnant, you should wait 12 days a...

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Concerns After Unprotected Sex: Understanding Emergency Contraception

Post-coital issues Hello, doctor! I would like to ask about my situation. My last menstrual periods were from January 2 to January 8 and from February 1 to February 8. I haven't had my period since March. I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend on February 8 and 9, and we...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effects of emergency contraception on menstruation can vary; it may not necessarily cause your period to come earlier or later. Additionally, its contraceptive effectiveness is not 100%. If your period still hasn't arrived, it is advisable to consult a gynecologis...

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Understanding Pregnancy Testing and Menstrual Irregularities: Your Questions Answered

Pregnancy test questions? Hello Doctor, here is my situation: On January 12, I had unprotected intercourse with withdrawal method (the male partner pulled out before ejaculation and did not reinsert afterward). On January 13, I took emergency contraception. From January 16 to Jan...


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 contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical l...

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Understanding Pregnancy Tests: What Do Faint Lines Mean?

I would like to ask about pregnancy testing? I had unprotected intercourse with my girlfriend on the last day of her period on February 14. However, she only started showing ovulation symptoms about two weeks later, around the end of February. During this period, we used condoms ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the results of a urine pregnancy test showing one dark line and one faint line can have various causes, including early pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, or inaccurate test results, among others. It is recommended to consult a physician for a thorough examination....

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Sex: Key Insights

Are you pregnant? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask the following: My girlfriend's menstrual cycle is 28-32 days. We had unprotected intercourse on the last day of her menstrual cycle on February 14, but her ovulation symptoms did not appear until the end of February for a f...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are not pregnant. If your period does not arrive in another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Can Irregular Periods Affect Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Sex?

Is it possible to get pregnant with irregular menstrual cycles? Hello, doctor. My menstrual period started on February 13. My cycles are irregular, and I haven't been tracking my ovulation. On February 26, I had intercourse with my boyfriend for the first time. He initially ...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Due to your recent irregular menstrual cycle, it is difficult to predict both your ovulation period and the onset of your menstruation. The failure rate of condoms as a contraceptive method is over 5%, making it less reliable compared to other methods. Addi...

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Am I Pregnant? Understanding Delayed Periods and Stress Effects

Uncertain if pregnant? Hello Doctor, I haven't gotten my period and I'm wondering if I might be pregnant. Here’s my situation: On February 2nd, I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend for the first time, but it was just one penetration and then we stopped. I took eme...


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, uterine or cerv...

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Minimal Intercourse: Key Insights

Pregnancy probability The likelihood of pregnancy from having unprotected intercourse on March 4, even if penetration was minimal, is still present, although it may be lower compared to full penetration. Additionally, since you used a condom on February 28 and only had minimal pe...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is still a possibility of pregnancy even if ejaculation has not occurred during intercourse, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and...

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Is There a Possibility of Pregnancy? Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles

Is there a possibility of pregnancy? Hello Doctor: I have been getting my period at the end of the month (around the 24th or 25th) during high school. However, starting in January this year, my period came four days early and was very light. I had protected intercourse with my bo...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, everything seems normal; just keep observing. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Blood Pregnancy Tests: Is a B-HCG Level of 2.3 Normal?

Blood test for pregnancy? After having intercourse with my boyfriend, I took emergency contraception. My period came later, but it was delayed by two weeks and the flow was much lighter than usual, almost only requiring wiping to see blood. It has been seven days and it is still ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you are likely not pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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