Impact of Topical Azelaic Acid on Male Fertility and Hormone Levels
Medications and Pregnancy I have fertility plans with my partner, and I also want to address my male pattern baldness, so I may avoid any treatments that could affect fertility or lower androgen levels in the blood. Treating hair loss must involve reducing the concentration of DH...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it generally has little impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Impact of Topical Azelaic Acid on Male Fertility and Hormone Levels
Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Can You Get Pregnant from Hand Contact?
Pregnancy probability If you helped your boyfriend ejaculate and some semen got on your hand, and you then wiped your hand with tissue before touching your genital area, the risk of pregnancy is very low. Since you used tissue to clean your hand and then touched your genital area...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Can You Get Pregnant from Hand Contact?
Understanding Pregnancy Risk After Condom Malfunction: Key Insights
Probability of Pregnancy After finishing, I found that the condom was stuck, with the ring hanging outside, and semen dripped onto the floor. I rinsed it off immediately. I would like to know what the chances of pregnancy are.
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of using condoms for contraception is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. It is recommended to check for pregnancy if your period is more than a week late. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Zhang[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risk After Condom Malfunction: Key Insights
Concerns About Condom Retention During Ovulation: Should You Consider Emergency Contraception?
Ovulatory period sexual activity Hello doctor, last night I had sexual intercourse with my boyfriend during my ovulation period (with increased egg white-like discharge). We used a condom throughout the process, but after finishing, the condom remained inside for a moment before ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the best remedy is to use emergency contraception, but its effectiveness is not 100%, with a failure rate of about 3%. 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] Concerns About Condom Retention During Ovulation: Should You Consider Emergency Contraception?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Condom Use: Your Concerns Addressed
Pregnancy probability Hello doctor, my last menstrual period was from February 25 to March 2. I had my first sexual intercourse with my boyfriend on March 31 and April 3, and we used condoms the entire time, confirming that they were not on backwards. On March 31, I filled the co...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the inquirer: Due to your irregular menstrual cycle, it is difficult to predict both your ovulation period and the onset of your menstruation. The failure rate of using condoms as a contraceptive method is over 5%, making it less reliable compared to other methods. Therefo...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Condom Use: Your Concerns Addressed
Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Can Clothing and Washing Prevent Conception?
Pregnancy probability On April 5th, I had intimate contact with my girlfriend. During the process, I was wearing underwear and athletic shorts, while she was wearing safety shorts, a sanitary pad, and underwear. However, my penis made contact with her important organs (even thoug...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of pregnancy are low but not impossible. However, as long as there are active sperm in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is still a possibility of pregnancy regardless of the method. It is recommended that you take appropr...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Risks: Can Clothing and Washing Prevent Conception?
Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse
Inquire about the probability of pregnancy? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about the probability of pregnancy. On March 16, two days after my girlfriend's period ended, we had intercourse. I did not withdraw immediately after ejaculation, and after pulling out, I not...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Chances After Unprotected Intercourse
Common Fertility Concerns: Ejaculation and Performance Enhancers
I have two questions for the doctor? Question 1: Doctor, I have a question. My wife and I are trying to conceive, and I want to know if it's a good sign that my semen leaks out when she goes to the bathroom after intercourse. Does this mean that my semen was successfully dep...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, ejaculation into the vagina is sufficient for conception. If you want to get pregnant, it's advisable to lie down for a while afterward. As for erectile dysfunction medications, it's best to use them sparingly. If you have any concerns, please consult a urologist...[Read More] Common Fertility Concerns: Ejaculation and Performance Enhancers
Concerns After Ejaculating with a Condom: What You Need to Know
Concerns After Ejaculating with a Condom If a condom is removed immediately after ejaculation while still erect, and upon inspection, there is no white fluid in the female's vagina, but some semen is observed at the tip of the condom with a slight white fluid on the side, an...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the failure rate of correctly using condoms throughout intercourse is still around 5%. As long as there are active sperm in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is a possibility of pregnancy regardless of the method, and it cannot be est...[Read More] Concerns After Ejaculating with a Condom: What You Need to Know
Can You Get Pregnant After Touching Semen and Washing Hands?
Can I get pregnant? I would like to ask the doctor, after touching semen and immediately washing with body wash and drying, how does this affect the survival rate and activity of the sperm? After cleaning and drying, if I insert my finger into a woman's vagina about an hour ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you should not be pregnant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Touching Semen and Washing Hands?
Do I Need Emergency Contraception After Condom Failure?
Probability of pregnancy If the condom did not break during intercourse but burst during the inspection process, and the semen was splashed onto your body and pubic area but was immediately rinsed off, it is generally considered that the risk of pregnancy is low. However, since t...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of correctly using condoms throughout intercourse is still about 5%. As long as there are active sperm in the vagina during ovulation, there is still a possibility of pregnancy, regardless of the method of contraception used. It is not possible to estimate...[Read More] Do I Need Emergency Contraception After Condom Failure?
Missed Period: Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Test Accuracy
Menstruation has not occurred? Last month, my menstrual period was from February 19 to February 25. On March 19, my boyfriend ejaculated, but there was no vaginal penetration; his hands had contact with the semen. After washing his hands, he inserted his fingers into my vagina. I...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability of pregnancy should be low. Generally, a pregnancy test should be taken 12 days after sexual intercourse for accurate results. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Missed Period: Understanding Pregnancy Risks and Test Accuracy
Am I Pregnant? Understanding Your Symptoms and Concerns
Can I get pregnant? Hello Doctor, here is my situation: On January 12, I had unprotected intercourse with withdrawal method (the male partner pulled out before ejaculation and did not reinsert). On January 13, I took emergency contraception. From January 16 to January 22, I exper...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are not pregnant. Your menstrual period started on February 19. Please observe for another 1-2 weeks, and if your period still does not arrive, it is advisable to see a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Am I Pregnant? Understanding Your Symptoms and Concerns
Can You Get Pregnant After Changing Condoms? Understanding the Risks
Pregnancy issues Hello, doctor. Yesterday, I was intimate with my girlfriend and used a condom throughout the entire time. After the first ejaculation, I waited about 2 minutes, then removed the condom and put on a new one to continue. However, I did not clean my penis after remo...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of contraception using condoms throughout the entire cycle is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. It is recommended that if your menstrual period is more than a week late, you should still check for pregnancy. Thank you! Wishing you ...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant After Changing Condoms? Understanding the Risks
Can You Get Pregnant from Near Misses? Understanding Risks
Can I get pregnant? Your girlfriend's last menstrual period started on March 2, and you had sexual intercourse on March 19, using a condom throughout the act. You withdrew before ejaculation, but some semen may have flowed near the vaginal opening. Since your girlfriend stat...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the failure rate of contraception using condoms is over 5%, which is less reliable compared to other methods. Therefore, 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] Can You Get Pregnant from Near Misses? Understanding Risks
Can You Get Pregnant from Indirect Contact During Ovulation?
Can I get pregnant? On March 15, after my girlfriend performed oral sex, we both touched each other while cleaning up the semen. However, we both washed our hands with water afterward. Later, I fondled my girlfriend (through her underwear, and she was in her ovulation period). Is...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chances of becoming pregnant are low but not impossible. However, as long as there are active sperm present in the vagina during the ovulation period, there is still a possibility of pregnancy regardless of the method. It is advisable to take...[Read More] Can You Get Pregnant from Indirect Contact During Ovulation?
Understanding the Link Between Abnormal Pap Smears, HPV, and Semen Analysis Results
Pap smear examination Hello Doctor: I had a normal Pap smear in 2019, but in 2022, the Pap test showed abnormalities, and I was advised to undergo HPV testing. The result was positive for HPV type 66, which is classified as low to intermediate risk. I received three doses of the ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the two are unrelated. For the male aspect, you may want to consult a urologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Abnormal Pap Smears, HPV, and Semen Analysis Results
Should I Take Emergency Contraception After Starting Menstrual Regulation Meds?
If you have just started taking menstrual regulation medication and your ovulation period has already passed, you do not need to take emergency contraception? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for taking the time to read my message. My last menstrual period was from February 15 to Februar...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the chances of pregnancy should be low. If you're still concerned, you can take emergency contraception. Your period is also due soon, so it shouldn't have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Should I Take Emergency Contraception After Starting Menstrual Regulation Meds?
Can Oral Sex and Finger Contact Lead to Pregnancy Risks?
Can I get pregnant? Hello doctor, a few days ago my girlfriend performed oral sex on me, and when I was cleaning up, my fingers came into contact with semen. I then dried my fingers with tissue (without rinsing) and proceeded to remove her pants with my hands and inserted my fing...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood should be low. If you're still concerned, you can take emergency contraception just in case. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Oral Sex and Finger Contact Lead to Pregnancy Risks?
Understanding Post-Embryo Transfer Symptoms: Is Semen Odor Normal?
After embryo implantation failure Hello doctor, my wife had two embryos of average quality implanted, but a few weeks later it was declared unsuccessful. Two days after her menstrual cycle, she noticed a semen smell in her underwear. Is this phenomenon common? Is it normal?
Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello: If there is an unusual odor or a fishy smell from the vagina, or if there is an increase in discharge accompanied by discomfort, it may indicate a vaginal infection or inflammation. Please visit a gynecologist for an examination.[Read More] Understanding Post-Embryo Transfer Symptoms: Is Semen Odor Normal?