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Pregnancy

Pregnancy is the period from the formation of an embryo in a female womb till childbirth. It is also called gestation period, and it usually lasts for 40 weeks from the last menstrual period. The symptoms of pregnancy include missed periods, nausea, vomiting, implantation bleeding, and breast tenderness.

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Kindly review my report and suggest a method to conceive in my perimenopause period.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 34-year-old female, and I think I am experiencing perimenopause. My cycles used to be 27 days long, but now they are only 24 days. I also have endometriosis and have been chronically stressed because of it for the last five years. I am getting anxious in the evenings, feel tired m...  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for trusting us about your health care. I have gone through your reports, and I understand your concerns (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). As per your description, these symptoms could be due to hormonal imbalance. But as you missed ...  Read Full »

I am 22 weeks pregnant and had my double marker test done. Can you please review my reports?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 22 weeks pregnant, starting today, and I am 37 years old. In week 13, I had my double marker test done, and I have attached the test report. Afterward, I did the Natera Panorama NIPT test, and the results were low for all trisomies: 1:10000. Last week I had an ultrasound at week 21, ...  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). As your chances of congenital abnormalities are very low, I think there is no need for amniocentesis as it is an invasive procedure. In addition, the single ...  Read Full »

My girlfriend and I did dry humping, and I saw precum on my shorts. Her period is delayed. Can she become pregnant?

Query: Hello doctor, My girlfriend and I did dry humping. I was wearing shorts and underwear and she was wearing pants and underwear. Her period was due the last month and she saw bleeding but lasted only two days, which made us worry that it might be implantation bleeding. Then again we did dry humping, ...  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and understand your concern.There is no chance of pregnancy in your case because sperm can not travel and survive on clothes. Semen in its liquid form travels through clothes but it also dries out when it comes in contact with air. Sperm can not swim th...  Read Full »

I had unprotected sex one day after my period and took an I-pill within 24 hours. My period is due now. Is there a chance of getting pregnant?

Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex one day after my period got over. Also had I-pill within 24 hours. My areolas started to widen a few days ago and my nipples were tingling, so I took the home pregnancy test. My cycle usually lasts for 30 days. My period is due now. I had no withdrawal bleeding a...  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Withdrawal bleeding is only a side effect of the I-pill, it happens due to the sudden withdrawal of hormones from your body. So it does not necessarily happen to everyone. You may have menstrual irregularities in your cas...  Read Full »

If I have taken Harmoni-F for one month now and stopped, when will I get pregnant? Please suggest.

Query: Hello doctor, If I have taken Harmoni-F for one month now and stopped, when will I get pregnant? Please suggest. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The effect of this medicine lasts for 28 days after stopping it. So you can get pregnant anytime. Thank you.  Read Full »

I took Harmoni-F and stopped 16 days ago and now I am planning for a baby. When will I get pregnant?

Query: Hello doctor, I had a miscarriage three months back. And I took Harmoni-F and stopped 16 days ago. I am planning for a baby. When will I get pregnant? Please help me to prevent miscarriage. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, pregnancy should be avoided for at least six months to one year after a miscarriage. After stopping Harmoni-F pregnancy can occur after 28 days. Thank you.  Read Full »

After stopping Harmoni-F, how many days it will take to get pregnant? Please suggest.

Query: Hello doctor, I am taking Harmoni-F. After stopping Harmoni-F, how many days it will take to get pregnant? Please suggest. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. After stopping the Harmoni-F tablet, it will take at least 28 days to get pregnant. Thank you.  Read Full »

I am taking Harmoni-f and Oosure for two months as suggested by my doctor. Can I get pregnant in this two months?

Query: Hello doctor,I am planning for a child from the past eight months. My doctor suggested me to take Harmoni-f and Oosure for two months. Can I get pregnant in this two months?Kindly suggest.  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you should stop taking the Harmoni-f tablet before you are planning for pregnancy. It is not 100 percent sure, that you will get pregnant in two months. Thank you.  Read Full »

I am 24 years old and I have taken Harmoni-F for three months. When will I get pregnant?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 24 years old with a height of 4.5 feet, weigh 112 pounds, and I have taken Harmoni-F for three months. Now I stopped before ten days, when will I get pregnant? Kindly suggest. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It will take approximately three months to conceive after stopping the drug. You can take the folic acid tablet before planning your baby. Thank you.  Read Full »

I am 13 weeks pregnant and have been using topical creams for troubled areas, but I am concerned about the possibility of birth defects. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I am 13 weeks pregnant and have been using a small amount of topical gel ocassionally in a few troubled areas. I have read that topical creams can cause birth defects, and now I am scared. Should I be concerned for my baby? Please help.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Please do not worry. You should consult a gynecologist and get your ultrasonography test done to rule out birth defects. If everything is fine, do not worry, and continue your pregnancy journey. I hope this wil...  Read Full »

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