Delay in Period After Taking Emergency Contraceptive: What to Expect?
I took the emergency contraceptive pill (Plan B) and my period is 4 days late! Please help me with this question, doctor..? I had intercourse with my girlfriend on July 11th between 2 and 3 PM using a condom, but it broke when I pulled out (I'm not sure if there was any ejac...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On July 11, between 2 and 3 PM, I had intercourse with my girlfriend using a condom, but it broke when I pulled out (I’m not sure if there was any ejaculation inside). Later, my girlfriend checked her app and it indicated that it was her safe period, as her period was due on July...[Read More] Delay in Period After Taking Emergency Contraceptive: What to Expect?
Impact of Taking Emergency Contraceptive on Delayed Menstruation
Take emergency contraception on the first day of the expected menstrual period? According to your description, your period was expected on the 25th but did not arrive. You had unprotected intercourse with ejaculation on the evening of that day and took emergency contraception the...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On the first day of the expected menstrual period, after having unprotected intercourse with ejaculation, the menstruation that was supposed to arrive on the 25th did not come. That night at 9 PM, intercourse occurred again without protection, and the next morning at 8 AM, emerge...[Read More] Impact of Taking Emergency Contraceptive on Delayed Menstruation
Could You Still Be Pregnant After Negative Tests? Understanding Symptoms
Can I get pregnant? If a pregnancy test was taken 40 days after sexual intercourse, not using first morning urine, and after eating, with two negative results, the likelihood of pregnancy is low. However, symptoms such as frequent lower back pain, abdominal pain, and bloating cou...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. The possibility of pregnancy is extremely low. 2. It is likely a general gastrointestinal issue.[Read More] Could You Still Be Pregnant After Negative Tests? Understanding Symptoms
Understanding PMS: Early Symptoms and Pregnancy Concerns Explained
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)? Hello Doctor: I had sexual intercourse on March 17, and my boyfriend used a condom. My period started on March 21 (I confirmed it was my period). My cycle is about 32 to 37 days long. After my period ended, around day 12 of my cycle, I started to noti...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the symptoms in early pregnancy are not always specific, and subjective symptoms alone cannot be used to determine pregnancy. It is advisable to consult a physician for a proper examination if you are uncertain about being pregnant. Common symptoms of premenstrual syndrome...[Read More] Understanding PMS: Early Symptoms and Pregnancy Concerns Explained
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Timing
Can I get pregnant? Hello, based on the symptoms I've been experiencing over the past few days, such as dizziness, nausea, abdominal bloating, small granular formations on my areolas, and some discharge from my genital area, is there a possibility that I might be pregnant, o...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
In the past few days, I have been experiencing dizziness, nausea, abdominal bloating, and I noticed some small granular spots on my areola, along with some discharge from my genital area. Could this indicate a possibility of pregnancy, or is it premenstrual syndrome (PMS)? Answ...[Read More] Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Timing
Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: What to Expect After Use
Emergency contraceptive pill issues Your girlfriend's last menstrual period was approximately from February 17 to February 22. They had unprotected intercourse on March 5, with withdrawal before ejaculation, and took Plan B (emergency contraception) five hours after the inte...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. It is normal not to have any bleeding after taking the emergency contraceptive pill, and the menstrual period is expected to arrive around the originally scheduled date. 2. The breast tenderness your girlfriend experienced a few days ago (which has now subsided) and the mild...[Read More] Understanding Emergency Contraceptive Pills: What to Expect After Use
Can You Trust Home Pregnancy Tests? Understanding Results and Symptoms
Are pregnancy tests reliable? 1. Do I need to consider other pregnancy testing methods, or should I just wait for my menstrual period to arrive? 2. Besides pregnancy testing, how can I differentiate between premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and pregnancy? 3. Can I trust the results...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. If January 18 is considered the first day of menstruation, then the bleeding on the 29th and 30th was similar to the amount typically seen on the third day of a menstrual period. Eighteen days later, on February 7, a pregnancy test was negative. If the cycle is 28 days, today ...[Read More] Can You Trust Home Pregnancy Tests? Understanding Results and Symptoms
Understanding Post-Pill Bleeding: Pregnancy Risks and Symptoms Explained
Postcoital contraceptive bleeding 1. Is there a possibility of pregnancy? Should I test again? 2. Could the symptoms be related to premenstrual syndrome (PMS)? 3. Do the two days of bleeding count as a menstrual period, or should they be excluded from the menstrual cycle? 4...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. On January 19, I had unprotected intercourse on the second day of my menstrual period, which has a 28-day cycle. I took emergency contraception on the 24th, and I experienced bleeding on the 29th and 30th, which was similar to the amount of my third day of menstruation. Eighte...[Read More] Understanding Post-Pill Bleeding: Pregnancy Risks and Symptoms Explained
Understanding Ovulation Timing After Menstruation: Key Insights
Ovulation occurs immediately after the menstrual period? I find it strange that my menstrual period ended on the 24th and I immediately entered the ovulation phase. The menstrual period was similar to previous ones, except for slightly lighter bleeding. The estimated dates calcul...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. Does using emergency contraception in the last menstrual cycle affect ovulation timing, and does this increase the chances of pregnancy if two tests are positive? Answer: Yes, this increases the chances of pregnancy. 2. Should I see a doctor this week or wait until February ...[Read More] Understanding Ovulation Timing After Menstruation: Key Insights
Foods to Alleviate PMS Headaches: Can You Eat Chocolate?
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) I experience headaches before my period. What foods can help alleviate this? Is it okay to eat chocolate?
Dr. Cai Yonglong Reply:
Drinking some warm sugar water can help alleviate premenstrual syndrome or menstrual pain (chocolate can also be effective). For a detailed examination to check for endometriosis, please visit a gynecology clinic. Thank you![Read More] Foods to Alleviate PMS Headaches: Can You Eat Chocolate?
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice
Intermenstrual bleeding Hello, doctor. My menstrual cycle has generally been regular, but I always experience severe pain and intense premenstrual syndrome. During ovulation, I sometimes have light spotting that lasts for a day or two. About five days ago, I suddenly started blee...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I have always had a relatively regular menstrual cycle, but each time it comes, I experience severe pain and intense premenstrual syndrome. Sometimes, I have light spotting during ovulation that lasts for a day or two and is very minimal. About five days ago, I suddenly started b...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding: When to Seek Medical Advice
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Symptoms
Are you pregnant? The menstrual cycle is usually regular, around 29 days. The last menstrual period was from August 25 to August 30. At the beginning of September, I traveled abroad and had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend on September 4, after which there was no further...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. The menstrual cycle is usually regular, around 29 days. The last menstrual period was from August 25 to August 30. After traveling abroad in early September, unprotected intercourse occurred with my boyfriend on September 4, followed by no further sexual activity. My period wa...[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Pregnancy Tests and Symptoms
Missed Period for 14 Days: Is It Pregnancy or Hormonal Imbalance?
If your period is 14 days late, could it be a sign of pregnancy? Hello, Dr. Huang. My partner's menstrual periods were on July 21 and August 21, and her cycles typically range from 30 to 40 days. This time, she was supposed to start on September 21, but she hasn't yet, ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The menstrual period was on July 21 and August 21, with previous cycles occurring approximately every 30-40 days. This time, the period was expected on September 21 but has not arrived as of today, October 3. There are no discomforts reported. There was a slight appearance of bro...[Read More] Missed Period for 14 Days: Is It Pregnancy or Hormonal Imbalance?
Understanding Pregnancy Test Results: What Do Faint Lines Mean?
Pregnancy test results? Menstruation is irregular. On the 14th day of my cycle, I noticed some discharge, and on the 21st day, there was unprotected ejaculation. On the 25th day, I noticed discharge again, which lasted for about a week, but now it has stopped. I used a pregnancy ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Menstruation is irregular. On the 14th day of my cycle, I noticed discharge, and on the 21st day, there was unprotected ejaculation. On the 25th day, I again noticed discharge that lasted for about a week, but now it has stopped. I used a pregnancy test 12 days after the risky be...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Test Results: What Do Faint Lines Mean?
Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: What to Expect After Use
Regarding the issue of menstrual induction medications? Hello doctor, I asked the following question a few days ago: I'm sorry, doctor. After having sexual intercourse on August 19, I was worried about not getting my period, so I went to see a gynecologist on August 29 to ta...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. The presence of light menstrual bleeding on 1.9/4 could be due to the use of contraceptive pills previously, followed by a pregnancy test at the gynecologist's office which showed no pregnancy, and then taking medication to induce menstruation. 2. Experiencing symptoms ...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Induction Medications: What to Expect After Use
Understanding Unusual Menstrual Odors: Causes and When to Seek Help
Abnormal menstrual odor? Hello, doctor. My menstrual cycle is regular (about 29-30 days), the flow is normal, and the duration is also normal (5-7 days). I experience mild premenstrual syndrome, but it does not interfere with my daily life. However, for the past year, I have been...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the amount of vaginal discharge typically varies based on individual physiology, and its quantity and characteristics can change throughout the menstrual cycle. For instance, immediately after menstruation, the discharge is usually minimal and gradually increases. During o...[Read More] Understanding Unusual Menstrual Odors: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding PMS: How Partners Can Support During Tough Times
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Hello, doctor. My girlfriend is 22 years old and has a regular menstrual cycle. She experiences premenstrual dysphoria symptoms consistently, such as becoming irritable or completely withdrawing from me about 5 to 7 days before her period. Her mood is ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the diagnosis of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) has specific criteria and treatment options. It is advisable to consult a physician for relevant examinations to confirm the diagnosis and receive appropriate treatment. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Understanding PMS: How Partners Can Support During Tough Times
Understanding Frequent Urination During Ovulation: Causes and Solutions
During the ovulation period, there may be a sensation of increased urinary frequency? Hello Doctor, my last menstrual period started on May 15 and ended on May 20, so I should be in my ovulation period now. I have had cystitis twice in the past, so I am always overly sensitive ab...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The last menstrual period started on May 15 and ended on May 20, so these days should be around the ovulation period. I have had bladder infections twice, so I am always overly sensitive about them. For the past two months, I have experienced some mild urinary frequency after ovu...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination During Ovulation: Causes and Solutions
Could She Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Cycle Questions
Can I get pregnant? Hello Doctor: My girlfriend's menstrual cycle is about 30 days. Her period started on January 29 and lasted for about six days. On February 8 and 9, there was accidental genital contact, but there was no penetrative sexual intercourse. On February 18, she...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low, but it is always best to take preventive measures beforehand. Do not rely on the safe period. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Could She Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Cycle Questions
Understanding Pregnancy Testing: Timing and Symptoms Explained
Pregnancy test questions? Hello, Doctor: My menstrual period was from March 9 to March 13, with a cycle of 28 days, occasionally extending to 30 days. I had sexual intercourse with my husband on March 18 and went to an amusement park with friends on March 23, where I rode many th...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Similar questions have been asked too many times. Dear inquirer: Based on your description, there is a possibility of pregnancy. However, the absence of pregnancy cannot be determined by subjective symptoms. It is recommended that if your period is more than a week late, you shou...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Testing: Timing and Symptoms Explained