Patient's question:
On October 26th, I had my period. I take birth control pills every 15th of the month, but I didn't take them in November because I wasn't feeling well. During that time, we used a condom for ML. It's still not here yet, and I wonder if it's because I didn't take the birth control pills.Doctor's answer:
Hello: According to your description, since pregnancy has been ruled out, the possibility of menstrual disorders caused by birth control pills is very high. Your wife should also pay attention to the following:1. Maintain a positive mood, avoid mental stress and emotional fluctuations. Some may experience lower abdominal bloating, back pain, breast tenderness, mild diarrhea, fatigue, sleepiness, emotional instability, irritability, or tendency to depression during menstruation, which are all normal and do not require excessive worry.
2. Pay attention to hygiene and prevent infections. Keep the external genital area clean. Intercourse is absolutely forbidden during menstruation. Pay attention to warmth and avoid cold exposure. Avoid overexertion. Those with heavy menstrual flow should avoid consuming brown sugar.
3. Underwear should be soft, cotton, and have good ventilation. Wash and change it frequently. Washed underwear should be dried in the sun.
4. Avoid cold, sour, spicy, and other stimulating foods. Drink plenty of warm water to keep bowel movements regular. Those with blood heat should eat more fresh fruits and vegetables before menstruation and avoid stimulating foods like garlic, scallions, chives, and ginger. Those with poor qi and blood should increase their nutrition regularly, such as milk, eggs, soy milk, pork liver, spinach, pork, chicken, and mutton, while avoiding cold fruits and vegetables.