Concerns About Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills Near Ovulation
Concerns about taking emergency contraception around the time of ovulation? Hello! My girlfriend got her period on March 1st, and we had unprotected intercourse around March 14th, with ejaculation outside. She took emergency contraception within two hours afterward, but now it&#x...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Please wait another week or two, and if your period still hasn't arrived, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Concerns About Taking Emergency Contraceptive Pills Near Ovulation
Understanding Condom Breakage: What Happens When Used Incorrectly?
The condom broke? I just had intercourse with my girlfriend without ejaculation. When I pulled out, the condom was inside out, and I accidentally filled it with water, which caused it to break. Was the condom already compromised before this happened?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there is a possibility of pregnancy, as the failure rate of correctly using condoms is still around 5%. It cannot be estimated based on whether there are any holes. I recommend that if your period is one week late, you should take a urine test to...[Read More] Understanding Condom Breakage: What Happens When Used Incorrectly?
Can You Get Pregnant from Pre-Ejaculate? Understanding the Risks
Can I get pregnant? Hello, doctor. My girlfriend's menstrual period started on April 6 and ended on April 11. We had unprotected sexual intercourse on April 13, during which there was a small amount of semen exposure. What is the likelihood of pregnancy? Thank you for your r...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Pre-Ejaculate? Understanding the Risks
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
Understanding Changes in Menstrual Flow: Causes and Concerns
Menstrual issues Hello, doctor. Previously, my menstrual period lasted for 7 days, and I experienced blood clots along with severe menstrual pain. However, after taking traditional Chinese medicine, my symptoms have improved significantly, and I have had little to no menstrual pa...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual blood volume in women may include hormonal imbalances, emotions, diet, age, and others. However, it is crucial to rule out conditions such as uterine tumors, endometrial hyperplasia, cervical lesions, and vaginal lesions. If sympto...[Read More] Understanding Changes in Menstrual Flow: Causes and Concerns
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
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Unprotected Sex
Can I get pregnant? Doctor, I had my period around March 4th. On March 31st, I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend, and the duration was about five minutes. We also had sexual intercourse on April 5th and 6th, but we used condoms both days. However, my period still hasn...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. If your period does not arrive after another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Unprotected Sex
Can You Get Pregnant from Touching During Ovulation with a Condom?
Intercourse during ovulation period? I would like to ask if having intercourse on the first day of ovulation while wearing a condom, and my hand accidentally touching the penis, but I'm not sure if I touched pre-ejaculate fluid, could lead to pregnancy?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Touching During Ovulation with a Condom?
What's the Chance of Pregnancy After Unprotected Sex?
What is the likelihood of getting pregnant? Doctor, I apologize for the interruption, but I would like to ask about my girlfriend. Her menstrual period started on March 21, and she mentioned feeling breast tenderness and discomfort during her ovulation period, which she estimates...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability should be low, but it is recommended to use contraception at all times. Wishing you good health.[Read More] What's the Chance of Pregnancy After Unprotected Sex?
Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Sex and Emergency Contraception
Can I get pregnant? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask a question. My girlfriend's menstrual period started on March 23, and her ovulation day was around April 7. We had sexual intercourse (with ejaculation) on April 11 in the early morning, and she took emergency contracept...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability should be low, but it's still important to use contraception at all times. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Sex and Emergency Contraception
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 Delayed Period After Stopping Progesterone: What to Expect
Discontinuation of Progesterone Therapy Hello doctor, I previously took progesterone for three months due to endometrial hyperplasia. I have stopped the medication for about 14 days, but my menstrual period has not arrived yet. Is this normal, or is there a possibility of pregnan...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Your chances of pregnancy seem low. If you still haven't gotten your period after a week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Delayed Period After Stopping Progesterone: What to Expect
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 After Unprotected Intercourse
Probability of Pregnancy Hello, I would like to ask about the likelihood of pregnancy after having unprotected intercourse on March 22, with the first day of my menstrual period being March 19. My last cycle was from February 11 to March 19, and the cycle before that was from Dec...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse
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
Risk of Pregnancy After Condom Failure on Ovulation Day
Condom rupture during ovulation day? Thank you, Doctor, for taking the time to answer my questions. My girlfriend and I had sexual intercourse around 1 AM on April 1st, and we used a condom throughout the process. However, when I pulled out to ejaculate, I discovered a large hole...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there is a possibility of pregnancy, although the probability cannot be calculated. Additionally, the failure rate of using condoms for contraception is over 5%. Therefore, it is recommended to check for pregnancy if your menstrual period is more...[Read More] Risk of Pregnancy After Condom Failure on Ovulation Day
Can You Get Pregnant from Semen on the Clitoris or Vaginal Opening?
Probability of Pregnancy Is there a chance of pregnancy if a small amount of semen comes into contact with the clitoris or vaginal opening? Additionally, could using a tissue that has been in contact with semen to wipe the vaginal opening or clitoris lead to pregnancy?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: There is a possibility of pregnancy even if ejaculation has not occurred during intercourse, as pre-ejaculatory fluid may contain sperm. As long as there are motile sperm present in the vagina during the ovulation period, there remains a chance of conceptio...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Semen on the Clitoris or Vaginal Opening?
Missed Period: Could It Be Pregnancy? When to See a Doctor
Delayed menstruation? Hello Dr. Chang, my last menstrual period started on February 22 and ended on February 28. In March (from February 22 to March 31), I had sexual intercourse 1 or 2 times without a condom for 1 to 2 minutes, but I used a condom for the rest of the time. Howev...
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...[Read More] Missed Period: Could It Be Pregnancy? When to See a Doctor
Concerns About Taking Ineffective Birth Control Pills: What to Do Next?
Ingesting an ineffective medication (Yuezi 24+4)? I have been taking Yaz for over six months, but a few days ago, when I reached the 22nd pill, I accidentally took a placebo pill without realizing it. The next day, I had unprotected intercourse and then realized I had taken the w...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if you miss taking your birth control pill for more than 24 hours, you should stop taking the current pack of pills and refrain from taking them for seven days (including the days you missed). After that, you can continue with the next cycle. If you miss a pill and do not ...[Read More] Concerns About Taking Ineffective Birth Control Pills: What to Do Next?
Can Oral Sex and Residual Semen Lead to Pregnancy Risks?
If semen is rinsed out of the mouth and then oral sex is performed again after 20 minutes, is there a possibility of pregnancy? Hello, Dr. Chang. I would like to ask, after my girlfriend performed oral sex today, there was some residual semen in her mouth, and she rinsed her mout...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of pregnancy are low due to limited activity, but it is not impossible. As long as active sperm are present in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is still a possibility of pregnancy regardless of the method. It is advisable...[Read More] Can Oral Sex and Residual Semen Lead to Pregnancy Risks?