Abnormal Discharge After Medication: Is It Normal During Treatment?
Abnormal secretions after medication use? Hello, I have been diagnosed with a vaginal yeast infection by my doctor. He prescribed topical medication, oral medication, and a suppository. However, every time I use the suppository, I experience an abnormal increase in discharge for ...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Dear user: Hello! Please rest assured to continue following your doctor's treatment. As the vaginal infection improves, the abundant light yellow serous discharge will gradually decrease and disappear upon recovery. This is likely the inflammatory exudate (light yellow serou...[Read More] Abnormal Discharge After Medication: Is It Normal During Treatment?
Understanding Cryotherapy for Cervical Erosion: Procedure, Risks, and Costs
Questions about the use of cryotherapy for cervical erosion? Hello! Since there has been no improvement with the vaginal suppository treatment for cervical erosion, the doctor will perform cryotherapy during the next outpatient visit. What is cryotherapy and how is it performed? ...
Dr. Mao Yikun Reply:
Hello: Cryotherapy involves using CO2 to freeze the epithelial cells of the eroded areas of the cervix, causing them to slough off and regenerate a new layer of epithelium. The procedure is relatively simple, and the cost may vary between facilities; however, public hospitals sho...[Read More] Understanding Cryotherapy for Cervical Erosion: Procedure, Risks, and Costs
Understanding Inflammation in Pap Smear Results: What You Need to Know
The smear test results indicate inflammation? Hello, doctor. I recently had a Pap smear test. On the day of the examination, the doctor informed me that my cervix showed some erosion, signs of inflammation, and a bit of discharge. After a week of treatment, I returned to review t...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
The so-called cervical erosion in young people is actually just the eversion of the columnar epithelium of the cervix; it is not truly eroded. Typically, this is not a disease but a normal condition. A Pap smear result of grade two indicates mild cellular inflammation or reactive...[Read More] Understanding Inflammation in Pap Smear Results: What You Need to Know
Understanding Vaginal Bleeding: Infection vs. Ovulation Symptoms
Vaginal bleeding Hello Dr. Chen, I have a question. If there is a vaginal infection, can it cause bleeding? Because my menstrual period was from April 14 to April 19 last month, and yesterday afternoon after having a bowel movement, I noticed pinkish discharge with red streaks mi...
Dr. Chen Changfu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description of the menstrual blood dates and the presence of red-streaked mucous discharge, this bleeding during your menstrual period is likely ovulation bleeding. At this time, an increased amount of clear, mucous discharge may be released, which can irrita...[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Bleeding: Infection vs. Ovulation Symptoms
Understanding the Risks and Costs of Abortion Procedures
Surgical abortion Is there any risk associated with undergoing an abortion procedure? Which type of abortion procedure is considered safer? What is the approximate cost?
Dr. Chen Fuhao Reply:
Hello, Miss Hsiao-Hui: I apologize for the delayed response as I was abroad for further studies. Regarding the issues you mentioned, here is a summary: Artificial abortion, commonly referred to as abortion, is the medical procedure used to terminate an unwanted pregnancy for va...[Read More] Understanding the Risks and Costs of Abortion Procedures
Severe Abdominal Pain After Menstruation: When to Seek Help?
Abdominal pain so severe that it causes difficulty breathing! On October 28th (the first day of my period), I had intercourse with my boyfriend and experienced lower abdominal pain. After that, I continued to bleed for several days (my normal menstrual period lasts about six to s...
Dr. Zhan Deqin Reply:
Hello: 1. If you're in so much pain that you can't catch your breath, you should see a doctor immediately. 2. Based on your situation, it could possibly be pelvic inflammatory disease, but there could also be other issues. 3. Changing to a different obstetrician-gynecol...[Read More] Severe Abdominal Pain After Menstruation: When to Seek Help?
Antibiotics and Pregnancy: Safety Concerns and Vaginal Health
Antibiotics and Pregnancy Hello Dr. Lin: On November 1st, I noticed a lot of yellow vaginal discharge, and the doctor prescribed a vaginal suppository (TALSUTIN VAG) to be taken at bedtime, which helped a bit. On November 15th, the doctor prescribed an antibiotic (TINIDAZOLE 500M...
Dr. Lin Zhaopei Reply:
The normal vaginal pH ranges from approximately 4.0 to 4.9, which indicates a balanced state of the normal flora in the vagina, particularly lactobacilli. If the pH level rises due to factors such as individual constitution, fatigue, or infection, it can promote the growth of ana...[Read More] Antibiotics and Pregnancy: Safety Concerns and Vaginal Health