Can Ovaries Get Infected? Understanding Pelvic Pain and Urinary Issues
Can the ovaries become infected and inflamed? Hello Doctor, I have a few questions I would like to ask you. In mid-December last year, I noticed that I was experiencing dull and tender pain in my lower left abdomen, along with lower back pain and pain in the left groin area. I we...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, bladder inflammation is not related to the ovaries. If it is confirmed to be a bladder infection, please return to the urology department for consultation. Cystitis should be treatable. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Ovaries Get Infected? Understanding Pelvic Pain and Urinary Issues
Understanding PMS: When to Seek Medical Advice for Menstrual Pain
Menstrual issues I have a question for the doctor regarding premenstrual syndrome. In the past, I would experience cramping in my lower abdomen about a week before my period. However, this time, as my period approaches, I don't have the usual cramps but rather a feeling of d...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I apologize for not being able to provide a diagnosis based on your description. It is possible that pelvic congestion is causing a sensation of false pressure or discomfort. If you continue to experience discomfort, I recommend consulting a gynecologist. Wishing you good ...[Read More] Understanding PMS: When to Seek Medical Advice for Menstrual Pain
Could I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Test Results
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, my last normal menstrual period was on November 26. However, I took emergency contraception on December 3, which caused my cycle to become irregular. I had another period on December 9. I had unprotected intercourse with my boyfriend on December ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low, but it is best to take preventive measures at all times and not to 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 I Be Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Test Results
Can Stress Delay Your Period? Understanding Pregnancy Signs and Risks
Can I get pregnant? Your girlfriend had her menstrual period starting on October 25, lasting for seven days, with an average cycle of 28 days. Sexual intercourse occurred on November 19 and 27, with withdrawal method used. On November 19, she experienced increased life stress, fr...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy are low. Generally, a pregnancy test should be taken at least 12 days after conception to yield accurate results. Emotional stress may cause a delay in menstruation. It is always advisable to use contraception beforehand, as the rhythm method is no...[Read More] Can Stress Delay Your Period? Understanding Pregnancy Signs and Risks
Pregnancy Symptoms or PMS: How to Tell the Difference?
Unable to determine whether it is pregnancy or premenstrual syndrome (PMS)? On November 4th and 5th, I had intimate relations with my husband (both of us have little experience, so there was no full penetration, but there was ejaculation inside while using a condom). On November ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible to observe temporarily. If your period is more than a week late, it is recommended to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Pregnancy Symptoms or PMS: How to Tell the Difference?
Could I Have Pelvic Inflammatory Disease After Taking Emergency Contraception?
Is it pelvic inflammatory disease? Hello Doctor: In mid-April of this year, I took Ella (emergency contraceptive pill). Since my menstrual cycle in April, my period has been starting 3-5 days earlier each month, and the flow has been significantly lighter compared to before takin...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello, Miss Anonymous: Your current situation is likely not related to the emergency contraceptive pill; it may be due to recent changes in your body or variations in your lifestyle. Your symptoms sound very much like premenstrual syndrome (PMS). If the abdominal pain resolves af...[Read More] Could I Have Pelvic Inflammatory Disease After Taking Emergency Contraception?
Understanding PMS: Symptoms, Causes, and Management Tips
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been experiencing dizziness and headaches, especially more pronounced before my period. It's not that I can't use transportation, but I often feel very fatigued at work, and I also feel tightness on both sides ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if the symptoms you described persist for more than a week before your menstrual period, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Zhang.[Read More] Understanding PMS: Symptoms, Causes, and Management Tips
Understanding PMS Symptoms: Dizziness, Headaches, and Fatigue
Symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if it is common to experience dizziness, headaches, and fatigue before menstruation?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) primarily include pelvic discomfort and breast swelling. The symptoms you described are not very typical. If you continue to experience discomfort, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good he...[Read More] Understanding PMS Symptoms: Dizziness, Headaches, and Fatigue
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Timing After Unprotected Sex
Can I get pregnant? Hello, doctor. My last menstrual period started on June 23 and lasted about 4-5 days. My cycle has been very regular. On the 4th of this month, I had unprotected intercourse, but there was no ejaculation inside. I took emergency contraception afterward. Then, ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a pregnancy test is usually accurate only after 12 days post-conception. The chances of pregnancy are low, so it's best to use preventive measures beforehand. If your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Symptoms and Timing After Unprotected Sex
Pregnancy or PMS: Understanding Your Symptoms After Unprotected Sex
Am I pregnant or is my period about to start? Hello doctor, my last menstrual period started on June 7 and ended on June 12. I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend on June 27 without a condom, and he did not ejaculate; he was inside for less than 20 seconds. However, since ea...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, a single line usually indicates that you are not pregnant. It's best to use contraceptive measures beforehand. If your period does not arrive after waiting another week, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Pregnancy or PMS: Understanding Your Symptoms After Unprotected Sex
Understanding Menstrual Delay After Pelvic Inflammatory Treatment
Menstrual delay I'm not sure if it's related to the recent treatment for pelvic inflammatory disease, but my period was delayed until the 17th this time (normally it comes within the first 10 days of the month). Will my next period also be delayed? (The inflammation has...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, diet, age, lesions in the uterus or cervix, and pregnancy, among others. Additionally, condoms and contraceptive ...[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Delay After Pelvic Inflammatory Treatment
Missed Period: Could It Be Pregnancy or Just Irregular Cycles?
Missed menstruation? I started my period on February 23 and it ended on the 29th, lasting about seven days with a cycle of approximately 30 days. Sometimes it can be early or late by two to three days. On March 9, I experienced a little bleeding, and I'm unsure if it was ovu...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, there is a significant chance of pregnancy. It is recommended to take a urine pregnancy test if your period is one week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Chang.[Read More] Missed Period: Could It Be Pregnancy or Just Irregular Cycles?
Understanding What Happens After Stopping Birth Control Pills
Discontinuation of contraceptive pills? I would like to consult a physician. I started taking birth control pills on March 20 and stopped after the third day on March 22 because I felt bloated. Since then, until today, March 28, I suddenly feel like my period is coming, but it&#x...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to wait until your menstrual period arrives before further observation. However, if the bleeding persists, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist for examination and treatment. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Cha...[Read More] Understanding What Happens After Stopping Birth Control Pills
Understanding PMS: Symptoms of Breast Tenderness and Headaches
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Doctor, today is the first day of my predicted menstrual period, and I am experiencing some breast tenderness and a headache. Could this be classified as premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, these are all symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding PMS: Symptoms of Breast Tenderness and Headaches
Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes Beyond Pregnancy
Menstrual delay I’m sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds like you are experiencing premenstrual symptoms, but your period is still delayed. In addition to abdominal pain, you mentioned not feeling excessively sleepy or nauseous, but occasionally feeling warm, which then ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the effectiveness of emergency contraception taken within 72 hours after intercourse is about 97%. However, it is not 100% effective, and there is approximately a 3% failure rate, but it is still considered a remedial option. Additionally, early pregnancy may not present s...[Read More] Understanding Delayed Menstruation: Causes Beyond Pregnancy
Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Intercourse
Will I get pregnant? Your girlfriend's menstrual cycle is typically 28 days, with her period lasting for 6 days. She had her last period on February 15 and took emergency contraception on March 2. Today is March 12, and you had unprotected intercourse. She has been experienc...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if your period is more than a week late, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks After Unprotected Intercourse
Post-Pill Nausea: Understanding Symptoms After Emergency Contraception
Feeling nauseous two days after taking emergency contraception? Hello, Doctor! My last menstrual period started on January 15 and ended around January 21 or 22. I had sexual intercourse in the early morning of February 11, and I felt a bit insecure (we used a condom, but I suspec...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
What you need is not medical advice but rather a refresher on sexual health knowledge. For such questions, it is recommended to refer to the National Health Administration's "Sexual Well-being e-Learning" or the Obstetrics and Gynecology Society's "Consul...[Read More] Post-Pill Nausea: Understanding Symptoms After Emergency Contraception
Understanding Birth Control Pills: What to Do After Missed Doses?
Issues with Birth Control Pills My menstrual period in November was from November 11 to November 17. I have a regular cycle of 28 days. Due to premenstrual syndrome and menstrual pain, I started taking the contraceptive pill, Yejih, for the first time. I began taking it on Novemb...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
You can stop the medication for now, and start the next pack after the bleeding stops. Sincerely, Dr. Li-Cheng Lu, Taoyuan Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Birth Control Pills: What to Do After Missed Doses?
Pregnancy or PMS: Understanding Symptoms and What to Expect
Pregnancy or Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Hello doctor, my menstrual period was from October 23 to October 28. Last month, my period started on September 27 and lasted for 4 days. It also started on September 7 and lasted for 5 days, and in August, my period lasted for six days st...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
Having unprotected sexual intercourse can lead to the possibility of pregnancy. If your menstrual period is delayed, it is advisable to take a pregnancy test. Sincerely, Dr. Li-Cheng Lu, Taoyuan Hospital.[Read More] Pregnancy or PMS: Understanding Symptoms and What to Expect
Are Side Effects of Birth Control Pills Normal? Understanding Your Symptoms
Are the side effects of birth control pills normal, or are they a cause for concern? I am currently taking the 21-day birth control pill, but starting from the 18th and 19th pills, I have experienced breast tenderness and slight discomfort in my lower abdomen. Is this normal? I h...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
If you are not feeling very uncomfortable, it is still acceptable and can be considered a mild side effect. Sincerely, Dr. Li-Cheng Lu, Taoyuan Hospital.[Read More] Are Side Effects of Birth Control Pills Normal? Understanding Your Symptoms