Understanding Pregnancy Weeks and Conception Dates: A Guide for Women
I would like to know the gestational age and the date of conception? My menstrual cycle is not very regular (but it consistently lasts for 7 days). I use the Eveline App to track my periods. My last periods were on December 3, 2023, January 9, 2024, and March 3, 2024. The app ind...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
You may have conceived around April 3rd, and it is advisable to visit the obstetrics and gynecology department for a check-up around April 24th. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Weeks and Conception Dates: A Guide for Women
Concerns About Using Retinol and Acne Injections During Early Pregnancy
The use of retinol (vitamin A) and acne injections during pregnancy is not recommended? Hello Doctor, I have irregular menstrual cycles, and my cycles are long due to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), which makes me prone to acne and difficult to conceive. My period was expected ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the likelihood of impact may be low. However, I recommend discussing the dosage with your treating physician and undergoing a detailed prenatal examination. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Concerns About Using Retinol and Acne Injections During Early Pregnancy
Implantation Symptoms or PMS: Understanding the Difference
Is it implantation symptoms or premenstrual syndrome? Menstruation usually occurs on the 25th or 26th. On the 14th, there was unprotected intercourse without ejaculation, and on the 18th, the female experienced some mild lower abdominal pain. Could this be a symptom of implantati...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the early stages of pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms alone cannot be used to determine pregnancy. It is recommended to take a pregnancy test if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Implantation Symptoms or PMS: Understanding the Difference
Delayed Period: Understanding Pregnancy Chances and Next Steps
Menstruation is delayed by 10 days and has not arrived? Hello, doctor. This is a follow-up to my previous question: I had my period from March 11 to March 18. I had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation outside on March 23, and again from April 3 to April 6, also unprotected w...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Normally, after taking menstrual induction medication, you should expect your period within a week. It's best to refrain from taking any more menstrual induction medication and wait to see what happens. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Delayed Period: Understanding Pregnancy Chances and Next Steps
Should I Take a Pregnancy Test? Understanding Early Signs and Concerns
Can I get pregnant? Hello Doctor, my menstrual period started on April 7th. The amount and color of the bleeding are consistent with what I usually experience, but it came five days earlier than expected. Recently, I've been experiencing some abdominal discomfort and nausea,...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant; just observe. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should I Take a Pregnancy Test? Understanding Early Signs and Concerns
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns in Early Pregnancy
Are you pregnant? Hello Doctor, I had my menstrual period from March 12 to 18. On March 17, when I was intimate with my boyfriend, his fingers may have come into contact with a small amount of pre-ejaculate fluid, and shortly after, he penetrated my vagina. There was no other con...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the symptoms in early pregnancy are not always specific, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a diagnosis. There are many reasons for bleeding outside of the menstrual period. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank...[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns in Early Pregnancy
Understanding Delayed Periods After Norethisterone: Key Questions Answered
After taking progesterone for seven days, my menstrual period still hasn't arrived? 2.29 The last menstrual period started, and it ended on 3.6 (my menstrual cycles are usually irregular). On 4.6, I had some friction with my boyfriend, but there was no penetration and no eja...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Your period is expected to come within a week after finishing the medication, so just wait and see. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Periods After Norethisterone: Key Questions Answered
Estimating Conception Date and Paternity: A Guide for Women
I would like to know the approximate date of conception and who the partner is? I have had regular menstrual cycles for the past few months, with a duration of 7 days and a cycle length of 32 to 33 days. The dates of my menstrual periods are as follows: 2023/9/29 to 2023/10/5, 20...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances are greater for B, but since the timing for both is close, we cannot say for certain who it is. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Estimating Conception Date and Paternity: A Guide for Women
Understanding Delayed Periods and Pregnancy Testing Concerns
Menstrual delay and pregnancy testing issues? My last menstrual period started on March 16, and my cycle typically ranges from 30 to 35 days. About 13 days ago, I began experiencing premenstrual symptoms such as breast enlargement and fatigue, but my period still hasn't arri...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse. The chances of pregnancy should be low. If your period still hasn't arrived after another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Periods and Pregnancy Testing Concerns
Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Probability of Pregnancy Hello, Doctor. My girlfriend has an irregular menstrual cycle; sometimes it's 28 days, sometimes 39 days, with an average of about 34 days. Her last period started on March 14. The last three cycles were 31 days, 36 days, and 39 days. This time, duri...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is unlikely that you are pregnant. You can take a pregnancy test 12 days after sexual intercourse. If your period still hasn't arrived after another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Understanding Pregnancy Test Accuracy: Timing and Sleep Impact
Pregnancy test questions? Hello, doctor. I previously asked another physician a question (question number 207248), and I'm still feeling a bit anxious. I plan to go to a medical laboratory to have a blood test for pregnancy on my expected menstrual date, April 27. However, I...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the examination will not be affected. 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[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Test Accuracy: Timing and Sleep Impact
Understanding Emergency Contraception: Your Questions Answered
Emergency contraceptive pill Hello doctor, recently my boyfriend and I had sexual intercourse around 5:30 AM on April 4th. After we finished, I discovered that the condom had broken, and I am unsure how much sperm actually entered my body. At that moment, I didn't have any e...
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% effective, with a failure rate of about 3%, but it is still considered a viable option for prevention. Additionally, early pregnancy may...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraception: Your Questions Answered
Concerns About Condom Leakage and Pregnancy Risks After Intercourse
I'm not sure if there is a side leakage of the condom? If you used a condom during intercourse and checked it for leaks before ejaculation, and then after ejaculation, the condom was still inside your girlfriend's body with some semen at the base of the penis, there is ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Concerns About Condom Leakage and Pregnancy Risks After Intercourse
Can Copper IUD Displacement Lead to Unintended Pregnancy During Ovulation?
If a copper IUD falls out, is it easier to conceive the day before ovulation? Hello Doctor, I had a copper IUD inserted on March 18. My menstrual period started on March 30 with very light bleeding, and after four days, I had sexual intercourse. The bleeding increased after the f...
Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
1. There is still a potential risk of pregnancy; it is recommended to take a pregnancy test if your period does not arrive next month. 2. If the pattern or duration of your menstrual period differs from previous cycles, it could be early pregnancy bleeding rather than a regular...[Read More] Can Copper IUD Displacement Lead to Unintended Pregnancy During Ovulation?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Key Questions for Women’s Health
Pregnancy probability Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period was from March 12 to March 17, with an average cycle of 29 to 31 days. I would like to ask you: 1) On March 20, March 22, and March 24, there was withdrawal without a condom, and I took morning urine pregnancy tests on...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. It is advisable to use contraception at all times. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Key Questions for Women’s Health
Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Probability of Pregnancy Hello, doctor: I would like to inquire about my irregular menstrual cycle. The dates of my recent menstrual periods are as follows: November 8, December 14, January 26, and March 9. I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend on March 1, but he withdr...
Dr. Liu Fuping Reply:
Due to irregular menstrual cycles, it is not possible to confirm whether the bleeding on March 9 was a normal menstrual period or ovulation bleeding, which poses a risk of pregnancy. It is recommended to wait for your April period; if it does not arrive, please purchase a home pr...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances with Irregular Menstrual Cycles
Can Pre-Ejaculate Fluid Cause Pregnancy? Your Questions Answered
Contact with pre-ejaculatory fluid? Hello Doctor, my menstrual period was from March 12 to March 18. On March 17, when I was intimate with my boyfriend, his finger may have come into contact with a small amount of pre-ejaculate fluid (not certain), and then he penetrated my vagin...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability of pregnancy should be low; just monitor the situation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Pre-Ejaculate Fluid Cause Pregnancy? Your Questions Answered
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Can You Rule Out Pregnancy?
Menstrual delay Hello doctor, my period is 6 days late. My last cycle was from February 28 to March 3, and the one before that was from January 27 to January 31. My last sexual intercourse was on March 17 without a condom. I took a pregnancy test on April 3, not using first morni...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability of pregnancy should be low; you can observe for now. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Can You Rule Out Pregnancy?
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy Testing and Next Steps
Menstrual delay Hello doctor, my period is 6 days late. My last cycle was from February 28 to March 3, and the one before that was from January 27 to January 31. My last sexual intercourse was on March 17 without protection. I took a pregnancy test on April 3, not using first mor...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Pregnancy Testing and Next Steps
Can Medications Affect Pregnancy Test Results? Understanding False Positives
Pregnancy test kit Hello doctor, my menstrual cycle started on March 18, and it usually lasts about 32-36 days. However, I tested positive with two lines (one dark and one faint) on April 4. In between, I visited a gynecologist due to inflammation and received medication for trea...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that you are pregnant. Please visit a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Medications Affect Pregnancy Test Results? Understanding False Positives