Can I Get Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Menstrual Changes
Is it possible to get pregnant under these circumstances, and can I still take a pregnancy test if my period has started? I had sexual contact with my boyfriend on May 12 and May 19. On May 12, his genitals made contact with the outer area of mine, but there was no ejaculation, o...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. You can take a pregnancy test to confirm. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can I Get Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Menstrual Changes
Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes and Solutions for Women
Menstrual irregularities I got my period on April 9th, which lasted for 5 days. It started again on April 27th and also lasted for 5 days. Now, as of June 6th, I still haven't gotten my period. I took a home pregnancy test, and it came back negative. I'm really worried ...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: We recommend that you visit a gynecologist for an examination regarding your menstrual irregularities, as it is not possible to assess your condition based solely on online text. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Irregular Periods: Causes and Solutions for Women
Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Risks After Contraceptive Use
Menstrual Cycle Prostate Risk Period Hello doctor, I would like to ask a question. My girlfriend took the emergency contraceptive pill on February 14, and her period started on March 2. It also started on April 2. However, it hasn't come yet as of June 5, even though it was ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, whether you are pregnant can be determined by taking a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy Risks After Contraceptive Use
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Testing
Are you pregnant? On May 22, I had sexual intercourse with a condom and there was no ejaculation inside. On May 31, I took a pregnancy test and it showed one line. After that, I visited a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner and took herbal medicine, and my menstruation star...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the symptoms in early pregnancy may not be specific, and subjective symptoms alone cannot be used for diagnosis. There are many potential causes for the symptoms mentioned. It is advisable to consult a physician for evaluation if the symptoms persist or worsen. Thank you! ...[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Testing
Brown Menstrual Blood: What Does It Mean for Your Health?
The menstrual blood is brown and in small amounts? I'm sorry, doctor. This month, my menstrual flow has been brown and very light, sometimes almost nonexistent, but my period still lasts the same duration (7 days). Could this be an early sign of pregnancy, or is it simply a ...
Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello Emily: 1. A menstrual cycle of 28 days plus or minus 7 days is considered normal, with a volume of less than 80 mL. 2. If you are in the early stages of pregnancy, vaginal bleeding may also occur. If there is a possibility of pregnancy, please take a home pregnancy test or ...[Read More] Brown Menstrual Blood: What Does It Mean for Your Health?
Can You Get Pregnant Without Intercourse? Understanding Risks and Testing
Can I get pregnant? Hello, Doctor: My girlfriend and I had intimate contact on March 17 (without penetration) while she was menstruating. After that, on April 27, there may have been some secretion from the bulbourethral glands on my glans, which might have slightly touched her v...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a negative urine test should indicate that you are not pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant Without Intercourse? Understanding Risks and Testing
Understanding Pregnancy Test Results: What Does One Line Mean?
Pregnancy test questions? Yesterday, I took a pregnancy test and saw one line, but when I checked again the next day (after opening it), there was a faint line. Does this mean I am pregnant? Today, the test still shows one line.
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the results of a urine pregnancy test showing one dark line and one light line can have many causes, including early pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, or inaccurate testing reagents, among others. Each type of test has its standard procedures, and there may be err...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Test Results: What Does One Line Mean?
Post-Medication Abortion Concerns: Is My Recovery Normal?
Issues After Medical Abortion Hello, doctor. I underwent a medical abortion at the clinic on May 17. After taking the second dose on May 19, I started to experience bleeding and passed blood clots. On May 26, during a follow-up visit, the doctor performed a pregnancy test and sai...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, each hospital has a different approach to treatment. As for whether it will completely resolve, continuous monitoring at the hospital is necessary. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Medication Abortion Concerns: Is My Recovery Normal?
Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Pregnancy Test Accuracy
Ovulation bleeding and pregnancy testing? Here are two questions for the doctor to answer: 1. Two days ago was my ovulation period, and today I suddenly have more bleeding than in the past few days, which appears to be a dark brownish color (the estimated amount is equivalent t...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if the amount is still significant, you should see a gynecologist. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse to determine if you are pregnant, but the likelihood of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Pregnancy Test Accuracy
Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Pregnancy Test Accuracy
Ovulation bleeding and pregnancy testing? Here are two questions for the doctor to answer: 1. Two days ago was my ovulation period, and today I suddenly have more bleeding than in the previous days, which appears to be dark brown, almost black (the estimated amount is equivalen...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if the bleeding volume is still significant, it is recommended to visit an obstetrician-gynecologist for an examination. The likelihood of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Bleeding and Pregnancy Test Accuracy
Who is the Likely Father? Understanding Pregnancy Timing and Conception
Pregnancy cycle Based on the menstrual cycle from April 1 to April 7, with light bleeding on April 6 and 7, and considering unprotected intercourse with Male A on April 6, 7, and 9, followed by unprotected intercourse with Male B on April 23, 24, and 26, and a pregnancy test on M...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is more likely to be B. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Who is the Likely Father? Understanding Pregnancy Timing and Conception
What's the Chance of Pregnancy After Unprotected Intercourse?
What is the likelihood of getting pregnant? Your menstrual period was from April 23 to April 27, and you had intercourse with your boyfriend on May 17. Your expected period was on May 18. You took emergency contraception (Plan B) within an hour after intercourse. Recently, you ha...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraceptive pills is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. Additionally, early pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a judgment. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your per...[Read More] What's the Chance of Pregnancy After Unprotected Intercourse?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Pregnancy probability Hello, doctor. I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend two days after my period ended (on May 13) and he ejaculated inside me. Immediately after, I took a morning-after pill. The next day, we had unprotected intercourse twice again, but without ejacu...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
The components of emergency contraceptive pills vary, and the timing of administration also differs. Generally, it is best to take them as soon as possible for optimal effectiveness. However, emergency contraceptive pills are not 100% effective. If your period is delayed, it is s...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse and Emergency Contraception
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Sex While on Birth Control
Pregnancy probability Based on the information provided, your menstrual period was from May 12 to May 17, and you started taking the combined oral contraceptive pill (21-day regimen) on May 16. You had sexual intercourse on May 21, using a condom throughout the encounter, and the...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Sex While on Birth Control
Pregnancy Concerns: Delayed Period After Taking Emergency Contraceptive
Will I get my period after taking the emergency contraceptive pill if I am pregnant? If you had unprotected intercourse on April 21 and took emergency contraception, but your period is now a week late in May, it is possible that you could be pregnant. However, there are other fac...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you suspect you are pregnant, you can take a pregnancy test. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Pregnancy Concerns: Delayed Period After Taking Emergency Contraceptive
Can You Get Pregnant from Semen on Skin? Understanding the Risks
If semen is ejaculated on the body and there is immediate washing, but there is accidental contact with the hands, is there a risk of pregnancy? Last month's menstruation was from April 26 to May 3. I had sexual activity with my boyfriend, but there was no penetration; we en...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, just observe; the chances of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Semen on Skin? Understanding the Risks
Can You Get Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Testing After Intercourse
Can I get pregnant? The last menstrual period started on May 3rd, and the app indicates that the fertile window began on May 11th. Intercourse occurred on May 10th, with ejaculation inside the condom. Later, during a water test, a hole was discovered in the condom, located about ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you have done everything you need to do; now it's just a matter of observation. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant? Understanding Risks and Testing After Intercourse
Understanding Pregnancy Tests and PMS Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Pregnancy testing and premenstrual symptoms? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask a couple of questions: 1. Are premenstrual symptoms the same every cycle? My girlfriend usually experiences breast tenderness, but this time the sensation has significantly decreased. Is this normal...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the symptoms before menstruation may vary each time. If you are unsure whether you are pregnant, it is advisable to conduct further tests or consult a physician for ultrasound, urine, or blood tests to confirm pregnancy. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Tests and PMS Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Understanding Pregnancy Signs: When to Test and Seek Medical Advice
Are you pregnant? Hello Doctor, I am currently trying to conceive. My menstrual cycle is about 28-35 days, and I experience severe premenstrual syndrome before my period, including fatigue, increased discharge, breast tenderness, pain on both sides of my abdomen, lower back pain,...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, is it enough to take a pregnancy test to determine if you are pregnant? Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Signs: When to Test and Seek Medical Advice
Will My Period Come After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?
Will I get my period after taking emergency contraception if I am pregnant? If a doctor performed internal ejaculation and you took the emergency contraceptive pill but it has been more than 72 hours since ovulation and your period has not arrived, it is possible that you could b...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, to determine if you are pregnant, you should wait 12 days after intercourse to take a pregnancy test. If the test is negative after 12 days, it indicates that you are not pregnant. Wishing you good health![Read More] Will My Period Come After Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills?