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Ovulation

Ovulation is the process by which an egg is released from the ovaries. Women are most fertile following ovulation, as the egg is in the fallopian tube and can be fertilized by sperm. Ovulation takes place roughly between the 10th and 18th day of the menstrual cycle.

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Can pelvic pains with migraines or back pain be a sign of ovulating?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 42 year old female, and I was diagnosed with POF, a year after I had my first child. I took HRT for about two years, and I gave up all hopes of conceiving. However, from the past 6 to 7 months, I am having pelvic pains with migraines and back pains for 3 to 4 days. Sometimes, it la...  Read Full »


Dr. Purushottam Sah

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have cyclical pain, then the chances are that you are ovulating, but then you would have menstruation. The most likely possibility is of ovarian cyst or chocolate cyst. You should get an ultrasound examination of the pelvis, to exclude ovarian cysts.   Read Full »

Me and my partner are trying to conceive. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,Me and my partner are trying to conceive. I was done with one cycle of Letrozole, my eggs were small so OB gave me shots of FSH. When my eggs were mature enough, my OB gave me an HCG shot to boost my pregnancy hormones. I did ovulate, and my husband and I made love during my ovulation p...  Read Full »


Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. You still need to have sex at least two times daily with your partner to enable you to achieve pregnancy. Meeting once after this hormonal treatment is not enough to achieve results. Also, your hormones are not yet balanced which is why...  Read Full »

Is it unsafe to take Plan B pills during ovulation?

Query: Hello doctor,Hello, so if anyone knows about the menstrual cycle and all, I am not on a contraceptive pill because I do not have unprotected sex with my boyfriend, but I am someone who stresses quickly. A month and a half ago, I took a Plan B pill because I was scared, but the condom slipped away. U...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. As you are not using a regular contraceptive method, the use of emergency contraception Plan B pill (Levonorgestrel) increases the likelihood of irregular menstrual cycles. The timing of your last period and the use of...  Read Full »

I have been having spotting between my periods. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I have been having spotting between my periods for the past seven months. Spotting always appears between my periods, and it lasts for a day or two. It always happens around the same time. I believe it is not from ovulation. I have had normal periods overall. In the past, I have faced the...  Read Full »


Dr. Obinna Ugwuoke

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Spotting in between periods can be caused by quite a number of things ranging from normal hormonal fluctuation to structural problems in the uterus. Sometimes, there is spotting a few days after the period. It is usually pinkish or brownish i...  Read Full »

I took two I-pills within 24 hours. Could I be pregnant?

Query: Hi doctor, Is there a chance of getting pregnant after taking two I-pills within 24 hours? I did not bleed after taking the pill. However, I have nausea and did not have my period yet. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq.com for your medical needs. I am here to give you the best care possible. I-pill is a high dose of Progesterone hormone (a female hormone), which is produced in your body in the second half of the period after ovulation. This pill will suddenly increase ...  Read Full »

How can we prevent unintended pregnancy?

Query: Hello doctor, I am getting married, and my wife and I are not aware of anything related to sex education. I read and watched a few videos about this topic on the internet, but they were too complicated and scientific, and we do not want any unwanted pregnancies because of our lack of knowledge. Coul...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. It is important to understand that every couple has a distinct situation, and the most effective method of avoiding an unintended pregnancy may vary depending on your age, general health, and personal preferences, amon...  Read Full »

I had my last period before two weeks and I want to know when I will ovulate in this cycle?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 28 years old. I had my last period before two weeks. I have PCOS, and the doctor asked me to take Letrozole (3 to 7) 2.5 mg, Clomid (5 to 9) 50 mg, Estradiol 6mg per day (8 to 12) and Metformin 1000 mg daily. I got a positive ovulation test on the 14th day of my cycle, and I went...  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It would be helpful if you can share the pictures of the ultrasound you have undergone and also the report which mentions the endometrial thickness on day 14 of your scan.   Read Full »

I am struggling with a reoccurring yeast infection. I used many drugs and my ovulation is not stable. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I am struggling with reoccurring yeast infection used several drugs and herbs and my ovulation is not stable I do not get the ovulation discharge. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Kanani Darshan Jayantilal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. Recurring yeast infections and unstable ovulation can be frustrating and concerning. There are a few general tips that may help: 1. Keep the area clean and dry: Avoid using harsh soaps or douches and opt for gentle, frag...  Read Full »

I am experiencing vaginal pain post-protected sex. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,My boyfriend and I had sex for the second time two days back which is one day after my cycle ends. We used a condom for protection. I have some pain in my vaginal area. I am currently using Lox jelly for pain relief. Will I be pregnant? Also, my boyfriend ejaculated on time. Pleas...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not see any chance for you to get pregnant. Usually, the ovulation will occur only around the 12th to the 16th day of periods. Life of the egg is 24 hours and that of the sperm is 72 hours. There is no chance of the egg being available on the 8th day of the peri...  Read Full »

My periods are delayed despite a negative test. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, My boyfriend works in navy. We just started dating and have mostly had long distance relationship because of our situation. I have never taken birth control and or ECP. I have always had an average 28-day cycle. However, between last two to three months, I took five emergency contracep...  Read Full »


Dr. Mavani Jimesh Himatbhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You already messed up your cycle, and you do not have any choice left now. You have to wait for your period. You will also have to do a repeat urine pregnancy test after every four to five days till you get your periods. The other option that you have is to take some bir...  Read Full »

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