Oral contraceptive pills (OCP) are tablets taken orally to prevent pregnancy. The two types of pills are combination pills and Progestin-only pills. These pills prevent pregnancy by either stopping your body from ovulating or by thickening the cervical mucus or thinning the outer lining of the uterus.
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What causes yeast infection in the anus?
Query: Hi doctor,I have had excessive thirst and frequent urination for the past three days. The feeling of urinating is always urgent. Sometimes, the urine quantity is normal; sometimes, it is in drops. Also, my left ring finger and middle finger appear slightly swollen in the middle. Kindly let me know w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. All the symptoms you are describing are related to a urinary infection. Kindly let me know the following details so I can help you with your problem. 1. Do you have any white discharge from the vagina? 2. Is there any itching sensation around... Read Full »
Is the hCG urine test a confirmatory test for pregnancy?
Query: Hi doctor, My wife is 24 years, and she had a regular menstrual cycle even after she was on Triquilar tablet for six months after marriage. This month she observed only spotting but no bleeding. I tested at home for hCG urine, but the result is negative. Should I retest or continue Triquilar as I ca... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would recommend you repeat another home pregnancy test (from a different brand) with an early morning first sample of urine as it contains the highest levels of hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin). However, if even this is negative, you may wait for the menstrual bl... Read Full »
Kindly suggest the best options to avoid pregnancy.
Query: Hi doctor, I am supposed to get married by next week. But currently I am doing my degree. So after completion of my degree we are planning to have a baby which is almost 1½ year. Can you suggest the best options to avoid pregnancy? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are many options for contraceptives. So it depends on your choice. I will give you a list with the pros and cons. 1. Condoms - Pros- cheap and effective; Cons - chances of breakage and improper use chances of pregnancy is present. 2. Oral contraceptive pills ... Read Full »