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Am I Pregnant? Understanding Early Symptoms and Testing

Are you pregnant? My period usually starts around the 9th, but it hasn't come this month. However, I've noticed that my breasts feel more swollen than usual, though they aren't very hard. My body temperature has increased significantly, and I've been feeling m...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the early stages of pregnancy may not present specific symptoms, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to determine pregnancy. It is recommended to check for pregnancy only if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Signs and Symptoms Explained

Pregnancy probability Hello Doctor, my girlfriend and I had sexual intercourse on June 23 and July 13 (we used protection each time and checked afterward). My girlfriend's last menstrual period started on June 15 and lasted only 6 days (usually it lasts 7-8 days). Now, her p...


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 contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical lesions, infections, ovulation, pr...

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Understanding Nosebleeds During Menstruation: Causes and Concerns

Prolonged menstruation with nosebleeds? Hello, Doctor. Since high school, I have been experiencing frequent nosebleeds around my menstrual period or about a week before it. The nosebleeds do not occur spontaneously; they usually happen after I rub my nose, pick my nose, or blow m...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there are two potential causes for nosebleeds: one is that certain specific areas of the nasal mucosa are more sensitive to estrogen stimulation. During the menstrual period, when estrogen levels rise, the blood vessels in these areas may prolife...

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Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Risks After Protected Intercourse

Can I get pregnant? Hello Doctor, on April 22, I had intercourse with a condom on throughout, and on April 23, I also had intercourse with a condom on throughout. After ejaculation, I immediately pulled out, but there was a little white fluid that came out of the vagina after the...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. You can take a pregnancy test to check. If the result is negative, wait another week. If your period still hasn't arrived, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pre-Menstrual Symptoms While on Birth Control Pills

Concerns about emergency contraceptive pills? Hello, doctor. I have been taking oral contraceptive pills for 7 months. Every month, around the 20th pill (which is about a week before my period), I experience symptoms similar to those I had before I started taking the pills, such ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, this should be a type of premenstrual syndrome. Birth control pills are generally taken for 21 days, and menstruation usually occurs about 4 days after finishing the pack. Birth control pills should be started on the fifth day of menstruation for 21 days, resulting in a me...

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Understanding Irregular Menstrual Cycles and Pregnancy Chances

Menstrual issues Hello, doctor. I have irregular menstrual cycles, with my last period on February 25 (a 75-day cycle). Today (April 19), I am experiencing lower abdominal pain. I had unprotected intercourse on March 12 and from April 15 to April 17. Could this be premenstrual sy...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Due to the irregularity of your recent menstrual cycle, this ovulation period may not necessarily occur earlier or on schedule. Additionally, the failure rate of condom use for contraception is over 5%, making it less reliable compared to other methods. It ...

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances: A Guide for Irregular Menstrual Cycles

Pregnancy probability Hello, doctor. I personally have irregular menstrual cycles. The last time my period came was around March 15 to March 20, but I can't remember the exact date. On April 1, I had sexual intercourse with my partner without a condom, but there was no ejacu...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Let's wait another week; there's no need to rush. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding PMS: Symptoms, Timing, and Early Menopause Concerns

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Hello Doctor, my discomfort started in my early 30s with occasional headaches and fever (without actual fever). It comes and goes, and I recently realized it might be related to my menstrual cycle. Over the past two years, I've also experienced di...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it doesn't seem like premenstrual syndrome, and it probably isn't menopause either. If you still feel unwell, I recommend seeing a neurologist. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Pregnancy Symptoms and Testing: Your Questions Answered

Possibility of Pregnancy Hello, Doctor. I had sexual intercourse on February 11, and since then, I have been experiencing several discomforts, including sharp pain in the lower left abdomen, bloating, and breast swelling. I am unsure if this is due to premenstrual syndrome. I wou...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems to be premenstrual syndrome. If you have had unprotected intercourse over 12 days ago and the pregnancy test is negative, it is likely that you are not pregnant. Wait another week, and if your period still does not arrive, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wi...

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Could You Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Timing

Are you pregnant? The menstrual cycle is 27-33 days. The last menstrual period was from February 4 to February 10. Intercourse occurred on February 6 with withdrawal method, and on February 14 there were two instances of intercourse, one with a condom and one without withdrawal. ...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, your symptoms are more indicative of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and the chances of pregnancy are likely low. However, it is advisable to use contraception at all times. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Premenstrual Symptoms: Pain, Pregnancy Tests, and More

Is it premenstrual syndrome? Hello Doctor, my menstrual cycle is about 30-32 days. My last period was from February 2 to February 6, and the app predicts my next period on March 4. I would like to ask you: 1. I have been experiencing sharp pain, dull pain, and diarrhea in my lowe...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is likely premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Since it has been over 12 days and the pregnancy test is negative, it is unlikely that you are pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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PMS or Pregnancy: Understanding Your Symptoms and Testing Accuracy

Premenstrual syndrome or signs of pregnancy? Hello, doctor. I am the person who asked question #178931. I would like to ask you again. My cycle is about 30-32 days, and my last menstrual period was from February 2 to February 6. For the past two days, I have been experiencing int...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the symptoms are not indicative of pregnancy; you can take a pregnancy test after 12 days. Wishing you good health.

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Understanding Abdominal Issues: PMS or Possible Pregnancy?

Abdominal issues? Hello Doctor: I have had two abdominal ultrasounds that showed many small cysts, and the physician indicated that it is clearly polycystic ovaries, but blood tests have not yet confirmed a diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). I have irregular menstrual...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the symptoms in the early stages of pregnancy are not always specific, and subjective symptoms cannot be used to make a diagnosis. It is recommended that if your period is more than a week late or if you are experiencing abdominal pain, you should consult a physician for a...

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Understanding Pregnancy Chances: Key Signs and When to Test

Probability of Pregnancy I started taking Clomiphene in February, and my menstrual cycle became regular at 28 days. Between November and December, I didn't finish the medication, which caused my period to come a week early (on December 7). After that, I stopped taking the me...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there is a possibility of pregnancy. However, it is not possible to determine whether you are pregnant based solely on subjective symptoms. I recommend that if your period is more than a week late, you should take a urine test to check for pregna...

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Understanding Pregnancy Testing Accuracy and Menstrual Cycle Tracking

Pregnancy records and accuracy of pregnancy tests? Hello, Doctor. My last menstrual cycle was from November 8 to November 13. I had sexual intercourse on November 14 with a condom, but initially, the condom was put on inside out and then reversed. That day, I took emergency contr...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if November 19 can be considered as the start of your menstrual period and you have taken a pregnancy test that was negative, it is likely that you are not pregnant. You may wait another week, and if your period still does not arrive, it is advisable to consult a gynecolog...

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Understanding Pregnancy Test Accuracy: What You Need to Know

Is the pregnancy test result accurate? Hello, Doctor. My last menstrual cycle was from November 8 to November 13. I had sexual intercourse on November 14 with a condom, but initially, the condom was put on inside out before being reversed. That day, I took emergency contraception...


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 take a pregnancy test if your p...

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Understanding Brown Discharge and Menstrual Irregularities: A Guide

Low menstrual flow with brown color? Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period started on November 15. On the night of November 27, I had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation outside. My expected menstrual date for this month is December 13. On the 13th, I noticed a small amoun...


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 Male Hormonal Imbalance: Symptoms Similar to PMS

Symptoms similar to premenstrual syndrome (PMS) I am a male with endocrine disorders, and my estrogen levels are usually as high as 210, while my androgen levels are below 20. During episodes of symptoms, my estrogen levels can exceed 600, at which point I experience severe disco...


Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello Mr. Liao: An imbalance in estrogen levels, whether too high or too low, or experiencing significant fluctuations, can lead to physical discomfort. This type of endocrine disruption is similar to the bodily discomfort caused by hormonal changes during premenstrual syndrome (...

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Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Key Insights for Couples

Is the probability of getting pregnant very high? 1. Based on the information provided, the chances of pregnancy could be significant, especially considering the unprotected intercourse on October 9 and the withdrawal method used on the 15th and 16th. The timing of intercourse in...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. You can take a pregnancy test to find out if you are pregnant. Wishing you good health.

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Is It Normal to Start Experiencing Menstrual Cramps After Years?

Menstrual cramps begin? I would like to ask the doctor, is it normal to suddenly start experiencing menstrual cramps when I didn't have them before? I started my period about 3 to 4 years ago, and I didn't feel anything during my menstrual cycle until I began experienci...


Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) vary from person to person, but it is not a malignant condition. Treatment options differ based on individual needs. It is recommended to consult with a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology for discussion and guidance.

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