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Is Lower Back and Abdominal Pain After an Abortion a Sign of Retained Placenta?

Dear Doctor, I was 5 weeks pregnant and had an abortion 4 days ago. Currently, I am experiencing severe lower back pain and abdominal pain. Could these symptoms indicate a retained placenta? Thank you.

What kind of antibiotic to take after a medical abortion, and when the follow-up appointment should be?

Dear doctor! I would like to ask: what kind of antibiotics should I take after a medical abortion, and when should the follow-up appointment be? Thank you.

Is Prolonged Yellow Postpartum Discharge Dangerous?

Dear doctor! I am 6 months postpartum, but the lochia discharge has persisted for a long time. The red discharge stopped after about 3-4 weeks, followed by the brown discharge for 2-3 months. Then it's a little light yellow and it continues until now.

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Can I get pregnant if I take the emergency contraceptive pill 10 hours after intercourse?

Hello doctor! I had sex at 1am and then at 7am that same day, my boyfriend accidentally ejaculated inside my vagina.

Determining gestational age from the date of coitus

Dear doctor, Can you advise me on how to accurately calculate the gestational age of a fetus based on the date of coitus or by what method gives the least error in the result?

Is it too early to have sexual intercourse 1 week after a miscarriage and what are the impacts?

Hello Doctor, I was six weeks pregnant when I had a miscarriage. One week after my miscarriage, I had sexual intercourse again. As such, I would like to know if it is too soon to have sex one week after a miscarriage and would there be any negative impacts? Additionally, if I take birth control pills daily, will it affect my ability to conceive in the future? I would appreciate your advice and consultation. Thank you very much!

What should I do if I have excessive vaginal discharge, discomfort from moisture, irregular menstrual cycles, and polycystic ovary syndrome?

Doctor, I have a question. I experience excessive vaginal discharge, feeling moist and uncomfortable, irregular menstrual cycles, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). What should I do? I would appreciate your advice and guidance. Thank you very much!

Is there a possibility of miscarriage if a fetus is not detected at 8 weeks of gestation?

I am 25 years old. In January of this year, I experienced a spontaneous miscarriage. Currently, I am 8 weeks pregnant according to my physician's calculations, with my last menstrual period on June 25. During my recent examination, the doctor informed me that there was no fetal heartbeat (I underwent a transvaginal ultrasound) and recommended that I return this week for a dilation and curettage to prevent excessive bleeding.

Is a fetal heart rate of 180 beats per minute at 9 weeks of pregnancy normal or abnormal?

Hello doctor! Is a fetal heart rate of 180 beats per minute at 9 weeks of pregnancy normal or abnormal? Thank you for your advice.

Is there any problem if a pregnant woman's heart rate is 120 bpm?

Dear doctor! I have a question: Is there any problem with a pregnant woman's heart rate of 120 beats per minute? Thank you for your response.

Can I get pregnant if I have unprotected sex 4 days after my period?

Hello doctor, I just finished my period 4 days ago and had sex with my boyfriend. He ejaculated inside but I didn't want to take the medicine. As far as I know, 15 days after menstruation ends is women's ovulation day. So if I have unprotected sex 4 days after my period, will I get pregnant?

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