Patient's question:
I am now in menopause. My menstruation is irregular. Sometimes it doesn't come for two months, and sometimes there might be occasional spotting. However, I still sometimes have sexual intercourse with my husband, so I feel quite distressed about the possibility of getting pregnant. I don't want to have another child. How can pregnancy occur during menopause?Doctor's answer:
Now that I'm in menopause, my menstrual cycle is irregular, and the chance of getting pregnant during sexual activity is relatively low, but it's not absolutely impossible. If I haven't had an intrauterine device (IUD) inserted, I still need to use contraception during sexual activity before menopause. A low chance of pregnancy doesn't mean pregnancy can't happen. The recurrence of irregular menstruation during menopause usually lasts for one to two years, and I should stop breastfeeding after menopause. The recurrence of menopause significantly affects a woman's health, and patients need to pay attention to maintaining external genital hygiene and avoiding sexual activity. Finally, I hope female patients can receive effective treatment.