Managing Side Effects of Birth Control Pills for Uterine Fibroids
Took birth control pills? Dear Dr. Liang, I have a question for you. I was diagnosed with uterine fibroids, and my doctor recommended that I take birth control pills. After nearly two months of taking them, I started experiencing severe itching in my breasts (I am currently in m...
Dr. Liang Yinpan Reply:
Hello! Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that grow from the uterine muscle and are one of the most common tumors in women. If asymptomatic, they are often difficult to detect and typically do not require treatment. Generally, they are managed as part of internal medicine, focusi...[Read More] Managing Side Effects of Birth Control Pills for Uterine Fibroids
Understanding Uterine Fibroids: Surgical Options and Expert Advice
Uterine fibroids Hello, my sister is 35 years old and unmarried. Recently, she has been experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding and has had two periods in one month. She has consulted three different doctors, each providing different opinions. An ultrasound showed a size of 12x7. S...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Are you referring to uterine fibroids? If so, surgery may be a better option, as the amount of menstrual bleeding is a key indicator for whether surgery is necessary. The decision to use laparoscopy depends on the expertise of the surgeon, Dr. Cheng Jin-He from Hsinchu Hos...[Read More] Understanding Uterine Fibroids: Surgical Options and Expert Advice
Post-Myomectomy Care: Preventing Recurrence and Dietary Tips
After the removal of uterine fibroids, how can one prevent recurrence? After the removal of uterine fibroids, how long does it take for hormonal flow to normalize, and how can one prevent the recurrence of fibroids? What dietary considerations should be taken into account?
Dr. Zhou Dali Reply:
The occurrence of uterine fibroids is primarily related to individual constitution rather than diet. It is recommended that individuals in high-risk groups for uterine fibroids undergo ultrasound examinations at a gynecologist's office every three to six months.[Read More] Post-Myomectomy Care: Preventing Recurrence and Dietary Tips
Understanding Abdominal Pain After Intimacy: Possible Causes Explained
Abdominal pain!? Hello Doctor: I previously asked about whether my girlfriend might be pregnant, and her period has since arrived. However, recently she seems to experience abdominal pain after intercourse, and this time the pain started two days later. What could be the possible...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: Retroverted uterus, uterine fibroids, and heavy menstrual bleeding with clots can all cause abdominal pain after menstruation. You should consult with Dr. Cheng Jin-He at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Hsinchu Hospital for an ultrasound diagnosis.[Read More] Understanding Abdominal Pain After Intimacy: Possible Causes Explained
Understanding Prolonged Menstrual Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding) Doctor, my menstrual period started normally two weeks ago, but why has it continued for two weeks? This situation has occurred more than once. What could be the reason? Could it be related to my cold and cough? Some people have frightened m...
Dr. Shi Chengyang Reply:
My menstrual period started normally two weeks ago, but why has it continued for two weeks? This situation has occurred more than once. What could be the reason? Answer: A normal menstrual cycle ranges from 21 to 35 days, with each period lasting about 7 days. Bleeding outside ...[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Menstrual Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Postpartum Concerns: Is Pink Discharge Normal After 45 Days?
Could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Hello, I would like to ask about my situation. It has been 45 days postpartum, and I am currently breastfeeding. My lochia had turned light yellow, but I occasionally notice some mucus, which seems normal. Howev...
Dr. Wang Jionglang Reply:
Hello: In response to your questions... 1. The discharge of lochia typically lasts for about four weeks, but the amount and color can vary significantly depending on individual constitution and the delivery process. Furthermore, if breastfeeding is not continuous but intermittent...[Read More] Postpartum Concerns: Is Pink Discharge Normal After 45 Days?
Understanding Early Miscarriage: Causes and Prevention of Uterine Contractions
Early rupture of membranes leading to miscarriage due to uterine contractions? Hello: 1. I have some questions to ask you. I am nearly 16 weeks pregnant and experienced early rupture of membranes due to uterine contractions, resulting in a miscarriage (the fetus had a heartbeat...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
1. A miscarriage at 16 weeks of pregnancy, entering the second trimester, can be attributed to various factors beyond immune system issues and fetal abnormalities, including premature rupture of membranes, infections (specifically viral infections), and cervical incompetence. Ute...[Read More] Understanding Early Miscarriage: Causes and Prevention of Uterine Contractions
Self-Care Tips for Managing Ovarian Cysts: A Guide for Women
How to practice self-care for uterine hydrosalpinx? Hello Director Wang, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism a year ago and am currently undergoing medication treatment. Recently, I had an ultrasound due to a delayed menstrual period and discovered a 5 x 5.5 cm cyst in my uterus...
Dr. Wang Gongliang Reply:
Hello, Miss Hsiao-Chuan: Based on your age, the reason for your delayed menstruation is generally related to approaching menopause and is less likely associated with hyperthyroidism treatment or uterine tumors. Typically, if there are tumor-related changes in the uterus, symptoms...[Read More] Self-Care Tips for Managing Ovarian Cysts: A Guide for Women
Understanding Menstrual Cramps: Causes and Relief Strategies
Menstrual pain? Hello Doctor: My wife says that she feels very uncomfortable in her abdomen every time her menstrual period comes. What could be the cause of this? Are there ways to alleviate the pain during her menstrual period? Also, will this discomfort improve after she becom...
Dr. Lü Lizheng Reply:
The response may indicate strong uterine contractions, but there are also other possibilities such as uterine fibroids or endometriosis. If necessary, please visit the outpatient clinic for further examination. Sincerely, Lu Li-Cheng.[Read More] Understanding Menstrual Cramps: Causes and Relief Strategies
Understanding Uterine Fibroids: Symptoms, Dietary Tips, and Management
Some issues related to uterine fibroids? Situation: My mother recently discovered two uterine fibroids. The doctor prescribed Jiawei Guiling Wan, which she is currently taking, but she seems completely unable to do any strenuous activities at all; even a little effort causes her ...
Dr. Wu Zongcheng Reply:
Director Wu Zongcheng of the Tainan Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, responded: 1. Uterine fibroids can lead to poor uterine contractions, resulting in symptoms such as bleeding and heavy menstrual periods. If the fibroids are large, they may also compress nearb...[Read More] Understanding Uterine Fibroids: Symptoms, Dietary Tips, and Management
Understanding Surgical Options for Uterine Fibroids: What You Need to Know
Surgical Approaches for Uterine Fibroids Hello, Doctor: I have been very worried about a tumor in my uterus recently! Two years ago, it was only 6-7 cm! In the past two months, I have experienced abdominal distension, especially after meals or during ovulation, along with dizzine...
Dr. Mao Yikun Reply:
Hello: Uterine fibroids do not always require surgery, but if they grow too quickly or cause discomfort, surgery may be necessary. Whether to use laparoscopic surgery depends on the hospital's equipment. Some medications may help shrink the fibroids.[Read More] Understanding Surgical Options for Uterine Fibroids: What You Need to Know
Understanding Prolonged Menstrual Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
I'm sorry I experience menstruation that lasts for a month each time, with a significant flow every day without any signs of decreasing. After a month, it starts again after about ten days, which confuses and frightens me. Can you please explain why I am experiencing this?
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
There are many causes of menstrual irregularities, which may include anovulatory bleeding, medication effects, uterine fibroids, ovarian tumors, or ovarian dysfunction. Please consult your obstetrician-gynecologist for a thorough examination.[Read More] Understanding Prolonged Menstrual Bleeding: Causes and Concerns
Managing Uterine Fibroids: Non-Surgical Options and Treatment Insights
Uterine fibroids Dear Dr. Lin, I have three fibroids in my uterus, each approximately 2 to 3 centimeters in size. I am currently managing them with medication (progesterone, taken for two months), but over the past month, I have experienced a significant increase in menstrual bl...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: Fibroids are common benign tumors of the uterus. Although 40% are asymptomatic, those who do experience symptoms often report heavy menstrual bleeding with clots, abdominal pain, a feeling of heaviness, and pressure. However, before confirming surgery or treatment, it is e...[Read More] Managing Uterine Fibroids: Non-Surgical Options and Treatment Insights
Do Birth Control Pills Affect Uterine Fibroids Growth?
Uterine fibroids I was found to have a fibroid the size of a mung bean in my uterus after an ultrasound examination. I have been using oral contraceptives for six years. Will taking oral contraceptives cause the fibroid to grow larger? Is it necessary to stop using contraceptives...
Dr. Huang Jianxun Reply:
"Like mung beans" indicates that it is very small! Please monitor the size of the fibroids regularly (approximately every three months). If there is no significant increase in size, it is still safe to continue taking oral contraceptives.[Read More] Do Birth Control Pills Affect Uterine Fibroids Growth?
Understanding Abnormal Bleeding After Menstruation: Causes and Concerns
Bleeding occurs less than two weeks after the menstrual period? Hello Doctor: I am a girl who just turned twenty. My recent menstrual periods were on January 13, February 17, and March 27. I finished my period on April 2. I have one sexual partner and have not had any previous ex...
Dr. Jian Hongmou Reply:
There are many causes of abnormal vaginal bleeding, including medications and colds. The most common cause is hormonal imbalance, but other potential causes include uterine fibroids, ovarian tumors, and cervical erosion. It is advisable for you to schedule an appointment at a hos...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Bleeding After Menstruation: Causes and Concerns
Is Left Lower Abdominal Pain Related to Gynecological Issues?
Is left lower abdominal pain a gynecological issue? I would like to ask Dr. Zhao if the pain in my lower left abdomen is related to the fibroids that I was previously told about by the obstetrician-gynecologist. I have seen three doctors, and the last one said that the ultrasound...
Dr. Zhao Chengxiang Reply:
Hello Beth, first of all, do you have uterine fibroids? Based on your description, it seems unlikely. If you're still unsure, you may want to get checked at a larger hospital for confirmation. Left lower abdominal pain could be related to issues with the intestines, bladder,...[Read More] Is Left Lower Abdominal Pain Related to Gynecological Issues?
Confusion Over Ovarian Cysts: To Operate or Not? A Patient's Dilemma
Cyst Hello Doctor: My mother, born in 1981, is entering menopause. Recently, she underwent examinations at three different hospitals. At the first hospital, the doctor mentioned a 0.6 cm cyst on one ovary and insisted on surgery, followed by blood tests. A few days later, she vis...
Dr. Wu Zongcheng Reply:
Dr. Wu Zongcheng from the Tainan Hospital of the Department of Health, Executive Yuan, responds: (1) The uterus does not develop cysts; it can only have uterine fibroids and adenomyosis. (2) Generally, when referring to cysts, it pertains to ovarian cysts. According to textbooks,...[Read More] Confusion Over Ovarian Cysts: To Operate or Not? A Patient's Dilemma
Understanding Frequent Urination and Leakage During Menstruation
Question I am 23 years old, and I don't understand why I experience frequent urination and urinary incontinence every time my menstrual period comes. Normally, I urinate without any issues, but this only happens during my menstrual cycle. I often run to the bathroom, but the...
Dr. Li Guanghan Reply:
Hello: You may need to go to the hospital for further examination to determine if there is endometriosis affecting the bladder or if there are uterine fibroids compressing the bladder. Dr. Cheng Jin-He, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hsinchu Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination and Leakage During Menstruation
Will Hormonal Treatments Affect Future Pregnancy and Fetal Health?
Will there be any impact? Hello, Doctor: I am 32 years old and have been married for over three years without using contraception. I would like to consult you about my irregular menstrual cycle. I have seen a doctor who diagnosed me with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) along wit...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
Irregular menstruation combined with weight gain can indeed be indicative of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). However, I'm not sure what injections or medications you have been receiving. Some medications can have adverse effects when taken long-term, while others can be be...[Read More] Will Hormonal Treatments Affect Future Pregnancy and Fetal Health?
Understanding Uterine Fibroids, Ovarian Cysts, and Cervical Inflammation
Are there issues with the uterus, cervix, and ovaries? On the sixth of this month, I underwent a gynecological examination and was found to have a uterine fibroid measuring 1.7x2.2 cm, an ovarian cyst measuring 1x1.7 cm, and mild inflammation of the cervix. I have the following q...
Dr. Wei Fumao Reply:
1. Light pink discharge after sexual intercourse is not related to uterine tumors; myomas should only be considered for removal if they are large enough to cause heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding. 2. Ovarian tumors also need to reach a certain size before surgery is considere...[Read More] Understanding Uterine Fibroids, Ovarian Cysts, and Cervical Inflammation