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Expertise
I have been an R.N. since 1988 and come from a family of nurses. I have clinical experience in labor and delivery, as well as post-partum care and pre-term pregnancy complications. I have also worked in Community Health Clinics dealing with this area of expertise, including WIC (Women, Infant, & Children) clinics performing nursing evaluations and assessments in determining a need for services or intervention for pregnant women, newborns, and young children. I have worked in immunization clinics in and around my community as well. I also have several years experience in OB and Pediatric Home Care Nursing. In addition to that, I am a mother of two, ages 21 and 16, both of which I had hoped would be vaginal deliveries, but ended up being C-Sections... one of which had me in pre-term labor...another which was frank breech (bottom first)... one who rejected the breast... and so on... to list my personal experience would be a bit lengthy! I'd simply like to help anyone who might have a question or concern that I can draw on my expertise to answer!

Experience
I have been an R.N. since 1988 and come from a family of nurses. I have clinical experience in labor and delivery, as well as post-partum care and pre-term pregnancy complications. I have also worked in Community Health Clinics dealing with this area of expertise, including WIC (Women, Infant, & Children) clinics performing nursing evaluations and assessments in determining a need for services or intervention for pregnant women, newborns, and young children. I have worked in immunization clinics in and around my community as well. I also have several years experience in OB and Pediatric Home Care Nursing. My experience also includes approximately three years working in Behavioral Services.

Education/Credentials
Graduated from the Mary Lanning School of Nursing in May 1988. Have been a licensed Registered Nurse in the state of NE since 1988.

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In Category ObGyn/Pregnancy issues

Subject	Date Asked

Conception dating-- please help!	10/16/2009
Q: I am hoping you can bring me some peace of mind... I am currently 36 weeks pregnant and am starting ... A: With your cycle length history, LMP date, as well as with the results of the two earliest ...
c-section fear	9/19/2009
Q: .... IM A SMOKER BUT TRYING TO QUIT,THNKS,CRYSTAl A: I think you should have faith in your doctor. :-) There are many women who have had four ...
Late period, can I be pregnant	9/19/2009
Q: my bf ejaculated near my vagina, roughly around lower thigh area. We have never had sex, and I am a ... A: If the ejaculation was on your thigh and he or you did not transfer the semen from there to your ...
Toxemia	9/18/2009
Q: At my last appt my dr felt that we needed to test for toxemia because I had protein in my urine and ... A: Proteinuria in pregnancy, particularly after the 20th week, often suggests the onset of preeclampsia ...
postive ffn test	9/18/2009
Q: my doctor put me on strict bed rest for a postive ffn test. do you have any idea how accurate this ... A: Fetal fibronectin (fFN) is a protein produced during pregnancy and functions as a biological glue, ...
Small placenta at 33 weeks	9/17/2009
Q: After my regular visit to my Dr. and receiving an ultra-sound my Dr. told me my baby was normal ... A: It sounds like the doctor is acting as would be perfectly appropriate. They are going to want to ...
e antigen	9/17/2009
Q: I'm 22 wks pregnant with my 3rd child. This time I showed antibody e levels. my husband was tested ... A: The e-antigen is a really complex and difficult thing to understand - and also to try to explain, so ...
dates/ultrasound	9/16/2009
Q: I hope you can help me, I will give you all details and facts. On the 19th of June approx 5am I ... A: OK - unfortunately, the information is rather confusing and I've read through it twice. :-) So, ...
LSIL	9/16/2009
Q: My daughter is 4 months pregnant and just found out today that she has LSIL so the questions are... ... A: Here is some information regarding LSIL: Squamous intraepithelial lesion (SIL) is a term that is ...
could i?	7/27/2009
Q: I had unprotected sex on 7/15/09, my menstrual cycle was on sometime the week of 6/22/09... My ... A: Although some tests claim accuracy on the first day of a missed period, I usually suggest that women ...
Could I be pregnant?	7/26/2009
Q: I have been having irregular periods (extremely light, late, or short) for the past 3 months, ... A: Typically a home pregnancy test will be able to detect the hCG hormone in urine well before 14 weeks ...
hcg levels	7/26/2009
Q: I took a pregnancy test on 6-03-09 it was negative. I took another test on 6-20-09 it was positive ... A: A tilted uterus can make things a bit more difficult to visualize, but I cannot explain the ...
I need help.	7/26/2009
Q: I'll start from the very beginning. I started my monthly cycle at the age of 10. They started normal ... A: Unfortunately, for women in your situation it can be a difficult and frustrating process trying to ...
ectopic pregnancies?	7/25/2009
Q: I have had an ectopic pregnancy before. Now, I believe that I may be pregnant again. Before, my ... A: One week after conception would make you approximately three weeks pregnant (FYI) - and yes, that ...
castro oil questions	7/25/2009
Q: I just had my son weeks ago - July 10th, and I used Castro oil to help my cervix dilate, I was due ... A: More than likely the castor oil has nothing to do with the symptoms you, or your baby, are currently ...
feelings	7/25/2009
Q: I am 5 months pregnant and i was wondering how it feels when a baby kicks. I recently started ... A: Yes, most likely that is the movement of the baby that you are feeling - a kick, an elbow, a push of ...
pregnancy	7/24/2009
Q: could you be newly pregnant and not have any breast tenderness or slight fullness in your breasts ... A: Typical symptoms related to early pregnancy such as: - Delayed or missed menstruation (the most ...
Conception date	7/24/2009
Q: This is a follow up to my last one. Upon reading the original answer there was an option to ask a ... A: Unfortunately, I don't find the original question and there are other questions with the same title. ...
Conception Date	7/23/2009
Q: I found out I was on pregnant on 3/3 and I went to my OB on 3/12 and had a vaginal ultrasound. I ... A: In general, ultrasound dating of a pregnancy is more accurate than dating using the date of the ...
Blood and mucus in stool during pregnancy	7/23/2009
Q: I am 21 years old, and 36 weeks, 5 days pregnant with my second child. I had bright red blood and ... A: I am wondering if you noted the blood and mucus upon wiping or actually attached to the stool ...
i need a little help please	7/23/2009
Q: I had recently started taking birth control. I had taken it for a total of 4 days before having sex. ... A: The symptoms you are describing are hormonal and could be related to the BCPs or to a pregnancy. ...
amniotic band	7/22/2009
Q: My doctor told me that an amniotic band was seen on my 20 week ultrasound. She did not give me much ... A: You might want to talk to your doctor further about whether this is an amniotic sheet or a true ...
15 weeks - Light brown spots and discharge on underwear	7/22/2009
Q: I am 15 weeks/four days pregnant and have noticed small brown spots, sometimes light brown discharge ... A: Vaginal bleeding/spotting can occur frequently in the 1st trimester of pregnancy and may not be a ...
Female Reproduction/Anatomy	7/22/2009
Q: Can the hymen still be seen or detected from a gynecological examination even if the women or girl ... A: I'm sorry for the delay - family crisis. Although typically there can be remnants seen, I would not ...
My first period	7/18/2009
Q: I gave birth almost sixteen weeks ago. I breastfeed my baby until I went back to work about 4 weeks ... A: After breastfeeding/weaning it is not unusual for your body to take a few cycles to get regulated ...
Could I be pregnant, even though I have crucial irregularity with my period?	7/18/2009
Q: As a result from taking birth control to regulate my menstrual cycle, my period came down November ... A: Simply having irregular cycles does not make it impossible for you to become pregnant. It actually ...
Female Reproduction/Anatomy	7/18/2009
Q: Can the hymen still be seen or detected from a gynecological examination even if the women or girl ... A: A separated hymen is not an indication of having had intercourse, nor can it prove a loss of ...
periods	7/17/2009
Q: I wasnt sure if my question got through b4 bc i wasnt emailed a reciept.Im 18,I had protected sex on ... A: I do believe I just answered this same question - different name though, so I will make sure and and ...
c section complications	7/17/2009
Q: I recently had a second c section. According to my Obgyn, the surgery went well and I did not bleed ... A: This type of hematoma occurring after a C-section does not happen often, but does happen. Put ...
periods	7/17/2009
Q: Im 18 years old.On April 24th i had sex with a condom in which the guy did not ejaculate.I got my ... A: :-) I concur with your doctor completely. If you had conceived a pregnancy on 4/24/09, you would ...
Missed period negative HPT	7/16/2009
Q: my husband and I are trying to fall pregnant. I have always had regular 27 day cycles (sometimes 26 ... A: I would suspect that your longer cycles are likely due to a bit of a hormonal imbalance - as most ...
sorry another pregnancy question	7/16/2009
Q: i apologize it is long but im going to give you as much information to get the best guess. we have ... A: LOL...for someone who isn't "crazily" trying to get pregnant, you seem really anxious about this! ...
Rhogam	7/16/2009
Q: Can my second child develop problems later in life because I never had Rhogam shots with my 2 ... A: Rh incompatibility occurs only if you are Rh negative and your baby is Rh positive. In most cases, ...
fetal heart rate drop	7/15/2009
Q: I am twenty-one weeks pregnant today,and have been going to my monthly doctor's appt's and had no ... A: Sometimes the fetal heart rate can drop suddenly like that if the cord gets compressed - they have ...
crazy life! help.....	7/15/2009
Q: ok here is my dilemma. i currently had a baby boy july 2 my due date was july 14.2009 my water broke ... A: Again, if 9/24/08 had been the conception date, your baby would have been due 6/17/09 and it would ...
No Sac in 6 weeks	7/8/2009
Q: I m very much upset, I don't know what's going on with me. My last LMP was on 7th may'09, have a ... A: It is very difficult for me to answer your question. First - I am not familiar with the medications ...
Conception date	7/8/2009
Q: I'm confused about my possible conception date. The confusion is stemming from the fear that I ... A: Simply...No. Not possible. A fertilized egg will not lay dormant. From the moment it implant in the ...
Chemical Pregnancy or Late Period?	7/8/2009
Q: I am 34 years old and my menstrual cycle is fairly regular (ranging 27-31 days). I have been TTC for ... A: In the first half of your menstrual cycle, lots of things are going on including various hormonal ...
Can i still get pregnant after being on depo provera?	7/2/2009
Q: Hey there. I havnt been on the jab now for 10 months. I have been trying to have a baby but im not ... A: If you have resumed normal, regular menstrual cycles, you should be fertile and able to conceive. ...
Period lasted 1 day	7/2/2009
Q: I'm almost 22 years old and have been taking birth control pills since I was 16. I take the pills ... A: Alcohol may interfere with the hormonal balance and reproductive function either directly, by ...
fetal movements and cord	7/1/2009
Q: I am 22 weeks pregnant,now a days i am feeling strong pressurized fetal movements and my tummy gets ... A: Babies move around almost continuously during the last half of the pregnancy. Nuchal cord (cord ...
Ovulated, no period yet, pregnancy kit showed negative	7/1/2009
Q: I have done ultra sound scanning on 10th and 15th days and found ovulated. Today is 33rd day but no ... A: Typically, any alteration in the menstrual cycle is related to a hormonal imbalance of one sort or ...
clampsia?	7/1/2009
Q: my officemate is pregnant about 7 and half months..but we have notice that her feet and legs became ... A: Swelling in the feet and ankles, as well as increased fatigue, would be expected during the 3rd ...
Pregnancy risk assessment	6/30/2009
Q: Alright, so the situation was, as best as I can recall, essentially as follows. A few nights ago, my ... A: The odds would be low. First though, the fact that liquid on your finger had dried was not enough. ...
Pregnancy	6/24/2009
Q: I have always been a high risk pregnancy and had 3 miscarriages before the first live birth. I have ... A: At this point, it just is impossible to know what the cause of your bleeding/spotting is. It may be ...
accurate ultrasound...	6/24/2009
Q: I had an ultrasound done May 1st. The sonogram tech (my mother) told me I was 7 weeks on that day. I ... A: Ultrasounds done within the first trimester are considered to be very accurate in dating ...
pregnant?	6/24/2009
Q: ok so im 18 and very sexually active with my boyfriend of a year. im on yaz birth control but i take ... A: Although it is a much better idea (and advised by the manufacturer) to take any birth control pill ...
soreness	6/23/2009
Q: i am about 37 weeks into my pregnancy.. i am nineteen years old with no std's and no medical ... A: Groin pain is common discomfort of pregnancy - especially during the 2nd trimester. There are two ...
lsil/hpv	6/23/2009
Q: i went to the obgyn today and the said i have hpv and lsil,im wondering how serious is lsil? will it ... A: Squamous intraepithelial lesion (SIL) is a term that is used to describe abnormal changes in the ...
Miren IUD	6/17/2009
Q: After giving birth in 7/06, I got the Mirena IUD in 8/06. I finally got the awful thing out in ... A: If the Mirena was removed four months ago, you should be starting to feel a reduction in the ...
Pregnancy and Periods	6/17/2009
Q: Im 18 years old. Back in April I had sex with a condom and the guy did not ejaculate. Four days ... A: From what you have shared, I would not suspect pregnancy. The clear, abundant vaginal secretions ...
Conception date?	6/17/2009
Q: I found out that I was pregnant on May 27th. My LMP was approx April 24th and lasted until the ... A: Well, you are right. I calculate and approximate conception date of anywhere from 5/9-11. So, I ...
provera	6/16/2009
Q: If you can't answer this question I understand. I possibly had a chemical pregnancy in march. I have ... A: Changes in your menstrual cycles after a miscarriage or other pregnancy loss are not uncommon. It is ...
Pregnancy	6/16/2009
Q: I am concerned and scared! I am 27 years old and I have had irregular periods for a while almost 2 ... A: You are really jumping to alot of unnecessary conclusions! As a mother, you should already know that ...
3 miscarriages, now can't conceive	5/22/2009
Q: I started trying to conceive January 2008. I got pregnant 3 times between march and september, ... A: It is possible that a D&C can cause scarring which can affect fertility. You would likely need a ...
im so confused	5/22/2009
Q: I am not sure who to write but am in need of some help..i usually am on a 29-31 day cycle and i got ... A: The symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can also be related to hormone fluctuations ...
pain in lower right side	5/22/2009
Q: I am 39 weeks pregnant and have had a pain in my lower right side over the last couple days. The ... A: This sounds like it may be some stretching of the round ligaments of your uterus - a typical pain in ...
shortening of cervix	5/21/2009
Q: I have been getting my cervix checked every 2 weeks to check for shortening. The first two weeks my ... A: Every woman and every situation is different. There is absolutely no way to know with any certainty ...
effacement and dilation	5/21/2009
Q: I went to MD 5days past my due date. This is my first child. The baby's head is where it's suppose ... A: Yes, you very well may go into labor on your own. However, it tends to be dangerous for a fetus to ...
im so confused	5/21/2009
Q: I am not sure who to write but am in need of some help..i usually am on a 29-31 day cycle and i got ... A: Well, since it was a 24 day cycle, you would have been expected to ovulate on/about CD 12. ...
Could I be pregnant	5/20/2009
Q: I have to say that I am married and would love to be pregnant but that we are not "trying" I am ... A: If you have still not missed a period and are right in the middle of your current cycle, these ...
low normal amniotic fluid	5/20/2009
Q: I went into to preterm labor at 22 weeks, have a placental lake, and have had bacterial vaginosis ... A: Oligohydramnios is the condition of having too little amniotic fluid. Doctors can measure the amount ...
The Fetal Heartbeat	5/20/2009
Q: If the baby is conceived on November 23 or 24 would it be possible to hear the babys heartbeat ... A: OK...again, at 6 weeks, it absolutely is possible for a fetal heartbeat to have been seen via ...
breast discharge after DNC	5/19/2009
Q: I had a DNC done because my daughter is just 1 year old.m troubled because there is white discharge ... A: A D&C should not have any affect on a discharge from your breasts. Normally, if the ducts are ...
mature placenta	5/19/2009
Q: With my daughters first baby, she was born 3lbs. 8 ounces. but considered full term. The umbilical ... A: Placenta vascular formation is obviously crucial for fetal growth and development. Proper ...
Pain after urinating	5/18/2009
Q: I had to hold my water for about a 1/2 hour at my college graduation yesterday, it wasn't an urgent ... A: It may have simply been some bladder spasms related to the bladder being stretched for an extended ...
Embryo has a heartbeat but no growth	5/17/2009
Q: I was concerned about my pregnancy from the start and insisted three ultrasounds to put my mind at ... A: You are right that there is very little literature as to this particular scenario. But it happens ...
Figuring out how far along I actually am!	5/17/2009
Q: Okay, I conceived some time between January 5-8, 2009. It has been confirmed that I am pregnant. ... A: Actually - both you and your doctor are exactly right. :-) The due date of Sept. 30 and the ...
24.5 weeks OC dilated 2cm 2.8 CLength mostly soft	5/17/2009
Q: So this is my 4th pregnancy (births in 5/03, 8/05, 1/07). I have had multiple bouts of ... A: The pressure as the baby grows into the 2nd and 3rd trimesters may cause the cervix to start to open ...
conception	5/16/2009
Q: just after a little reasurrance really, im 31 weeks pregnant today, my due date is july 18 09, i had ... A: In general, ultrasonography dating of a pregnancy is more accurate than dating using the date of the ...
no period after d &e	5/16/2009
Q: I had D&E surgery on Jan. 18th, due to a miscarriage. I have yet to recieve a period. I have already ... A: There are many various causes for amenorrhea (absence of periods) - pregnancy being just one. Others ...
Fading postive line	5/16/2009
Q: I have taken four pregnancy tests over the past three days. Three were taken midday and one was ... A: First, I would like to apologize for the delay in answering. Unfortunately, my son required ...
Abnormal US but HCG levels still rising	5/15/2009
Q: I have had 2 miscarriages prior to this potential one. I had a miscarriage for my first pregnancy, ... A: First, I would like to apologize for the delay in answering. Unfortunately, my son required ...
polycystic ovary syndrome	5/15/2009
Q: Can polycystic ovary syndrome cause ovarian cancer? I recenetly have been diagnosed with pcos and ... A: First, I would like to apologize for the delay in answering. Unfortunately, my son required ...
ultrasound	5/14/2009
Q: I was wondering,I went for an ultrasound 05/11/09,The technician stated I was 5 weeks and 6 days ... A: First, I would like to apologize for the delay in answering. Unfortunately, my son required ...
Bleeding after Tubal Surgery	5/14/2009
Q: I had a tubligation on april 29th. Today is may 13 I was wondering if it is normal for my right ... A: First, I would like to apologize for the delay in answering. Unfortunately, my son required ...
RH neg. and would like another	5/13/2009
Q: I am A- and my husband is O+. We have 2 children (both positive). I recieved the Rhogam shot during ... A: First, I would like to apologize for the delay in answering. Unfortunately, my son required ...
my pregnancy	5/13/2009
Q: ok i have had alot of things go wrong during my pregnancy but the biggest one that scares me is that ... A: First, I would like to apologize for the delay in answering. Unfortunately, my son required ...
Group B strep	5/8/2009
Q: My question is regarding group B strep. I have tested positive with my second pregnancy for this. ... A: The generally accepted theory is that GBS is not a threat to the fetus with the loss of the mucus ...
weird things happening	5/8/2009
Q: i have had normal cycles for a while but this month i bleed pink then was browny colour, next day ... A: I would suspect that your ususual period was likely due to a bit of a hormonal imbalance - as most ...
implantation	5/7/2009
Q: does ultrasound report show implantation bleeding as LMP ? A: An ultrasound will measure the gestational sac, yolk sac, or fetus (depending upon how far along in ...
I have pain in my gallbladder	5/7/2009
Q: I am about 30 weeks pregnant and I've been having saver pain under my right breast. I was in the ... A: What you are experiencing is not at all unusual for your stage of pregnancy. Pain under the ribs ...
Pregnancy test	5/7/2009
Q: I missed my period April 21 so I took a test on April 28 it came back negative. It was a test that ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot at all dismiss the ...
pregnancy	5/6/2009
Q: I got mt lmp on april 15 2009 and had sex on the 27 29 may 2 and 4.but I did not have any cm except ... A: CM is a good way to help determine when you are ovulating, but it is not an absolute. You can still ...
Baby is very big for due date	5/6/2009
Q: My family doctor gave the first one as June 8 then after an ultrasound the x ray tech said it was ... A: It would help to know when the ultrasound was performed. Ultrasounds done within the first trimester ...
Having children	5/5/2009
Q: I have been married for about 5 years. My husband and I have been discussing having children but ... A: General precautions exist with men who are infected and with pregnant women (infected or not). They ...
Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome and pregnancy	5/5/2009
Q: I have had 3 previous pregnancy's and was given Lovenox, with an outcome of miscarriage, I have been ... A: Women with APS may have difficulties with pregnancy. During pregnancy, women are at higher risk of ...
The Fetal Heartbeat	5/5/2009
Q: If the baby is conceived on November 23 or 24 would it be possible to hear the babys heartbeat ... A: Yes, it would typically be a visual via ultrasound. I wonder if they had you on a heart monitor as ...
Is this a blighted ovum?	4/30/2009
Q: my LMP is March 19th. I am due 24/12/09. I am 5 weeks and 6 days pregnant. I am 30 yrs old and ... A: It may have simply been a situation that your dating was off by a few days -- conception simply may ...
conception date	4/29/2009
Q: my lmp was nov. 29th '09, from dec. 8th to 16th we had IC ,suddenly from 17th spotting started, ... A: OK, your information was given in a slightly confusing way... If your ultrasound on 2/7 actually ...
almost 2 years with out periods	4/29/2009
Q: I'm 20 years old and just had a baby in Nov. of 2007. Since then I have not had any periods but, I ... A: If you are still breastfeeding, this can be a reason for your menstrual periods not returning. There ...
Endometriosis, vericose veins, and hysterectomy	4/29/2009
Q: they also removed my cervix and my right ovary, during the removal of my uterus, they also ripped my ... A: Veins have valves that act as one-way flaps. These valves prevent the blood from flowing backwards ...
wait time for conceiving after two miscarriages and one ectopic	4/28/2009
Q: Brenda, My husband and I have been through a rough nine months. I lost a pregnancy the end of Sept ... A: I'm sorry to hear of your difficult year. Typically, after 2-3 consecutive pregnancy losses a ...
sex	4/28/2009
Q: I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend on the last day of my period (the 19th.) he did not come and ... A: If the only "symptom" you are noting that is making you question whether you may be pregnant is that ...
who's likely to be the father	4/28/2009
Q: I am 33 wks pregnant and as the time gets nearer for me to deliver i am afraid of who the father ... A: According to the dates you have given me, I calculate your estimated conception date to have been ...
Concerned...	4/24/2009
Q: I have a question. I'm 18, but so far my periods have been fairly regular. I'm on a pretty basic and ... A: It sounds like simply an unusual flow this cycle - likely due to a bit of a hormonal imbalance. ...
First gyn appointment	4/24/2009
Q: I am really nervoes to go; just the fact of some person that I have never met before looking at me ... A: I know - it is a huge thing the first time you go in!! But here is the best piece of advice I can ...
Conception Date	4/23/2009
Q: I know that you get asked a lot of questions in this area but i have seen any cases similar to mine ... A: Based on the history of 25 day cycles and the dates you gave me, I would calculate an estimated ...
missed period, went off birth control, negative HPT	4/23/2009
Q: I went off of my birth control (basically just stopped taking it) in December. I got my period in ... A: Actually, the increased stress you are under could very well be the reason. There are many various ...
nuvaring and pregnancy	4/22/2009
Q: my boyfriend and i had decided to have a baby, so i didnt use my nuvaring on time... the day before ... A: As a general rule, Nuvaring cannot be considered to be effective as birth control without a back-up ...
Conception	4/22/2009
Q: First, I want to say that I already applaud your work, knowledge and efforts in answering other ... A: Hello again! I'm sorry that you are having this stress during your pregnancy. I wish I could ease ...
subchorionic hematoma at 19 weeks	4/22/2009
Q: I am 19 weeks pregnant and at 14 weeks was diagnosed with an sch the size of a fist sitting on my ... A: It would not necessarily be unusual for you to be experiencing more discomfort than you would if the ...
Mylanta	4/16/2009
Q: My period started at March 17, and I had taken Mylanta from 3/28-4/3( more than a week) for stomach ... A: If you have a regular menstrual history of 28 day cycles and your LMP was 3/17, then I calculate ...
Some Questions	4/15/2009
Q: My last period started on 3/17/09, and I had a HSG done on 3/24/09, IUI was on 3/30/09. Blood test ... A: OK - I'll answer your questions as you have asked them to try to make it simpler... 1. It's ...
heart rate	4/15/2009
Q: I am currently 35 weeks pregnant and I have a concern about my heart rate. Before I got pregnant, ... A: By the 27th week of pregnancy, we expect your HR to have risen by 15-25% from its pre-pregnancy ...
mthfr	4/10/2009
Q: I was told I had mthfr in august 2005 after my second mischarrige> . I had to take an aspirin once ... A: I would suggest the same prenatal vitamin as you were taking before - especially if it was a ...
confused	4/10/2009
Q: My husband and I are wanting a baby but the thing is, is that I got off of birth control. and we had ... A: If you are in the middle of your cycle, it may simply be a bit of ovulation bleeding. Typically when ...
problems after 3rd csection	4/10/2009
Q: I had my 3rd csection in Dec. I am still having abdominal pain. I am now also having vaginal pain, ... A: Unfortunately, there is nothing I can suggest with those symptoms for you to "do for yourself". I ...
uterus window???	4/9/2009
Q: I just had my 5th baby 17days ago via c-section, which made it my fifth c-section. Before I had my ... A: A uterine window is often a term which describes a section of the uterus which has become so thin ...
PH levels	4/9/2009
Q: I have been to the gyn 2 times in the past month. I went on 3/26 for rawness, itching, discharge. I ... A: Here are some causes of high vaginal pH: *Increased Vaginal pH Causes (pH >4.5) I. Non-infectious ...
After Birth	4/8/2009
Q: I gave birth 2 months ago and im still bleeding its not heavy but its annoying it will stop for a ... A: The bleeding after delivery is called lochia. Postpartum bleeding is similar to the bleeding that ...
abnormally high beta levels	4/7/2009
Q: I am (surprisingly) pregnant with baby #3. I have never had a miscarriage or stillbirth, and had two ... A: WOW!!! OK, first, I might want to try another lab since the results of the ultrasound were perfectly ...
Small painless flesh coloured bump	4/7/2009
Q: I understand you deal mostly with pregnancy topics, but I was not sure where to post this question. ... A: This is a common area for boils or clogged pores as you have described it. In the area of the groin, ...
Quant Testing/Miscarriage	4/7/2009
Q: I took a home pregnancy test and it showed a very faint positive. About 2 hours later we took a ... A: It sounds like the likelihood is that the pregnancy never got a real strong start. Given all the ...
Pregnancy, prolapse, bladders probs	4/3/2009
Q: I am almost 9 weeks pregnant, I am having constant feeling of needing to urinate but when I get ... A: Well... it certainly does sound like symptoms related to a urinary tract infection. Maybe it is ...
Pregnant after Tubal	4/3/2009
Q: Okay I had a tubal ligation 19 months ago On August 14th 2007. It was done during my cecarian ... A: Occasionally a woman can still get pregnant, despite having had her tubes tied properly. The tubes ...
pregnancy	4/2/2009
Q: .. ok me n my girlfriend broke up on june 7 2008 and she had sex with her ex boyfriend.. and we got ... A: They were right that the ultrasound done at 6 weeks would have to be the most accurate in dating the ...
pregnancy after taking plan be - possible ectopic	4/2/2009
Q: I am a 31 year old mother of 2. My husband and I really were not wanting more kids simply because ... A: Given your circumstances, I would not think that a visit to the ER (where they SHOULD take your ...
am I pregnant?????	4/1/2009
Q: I am 2 1/2 weeks late on my period. I have never been late ever. I have taken 5 pregnancy test and ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
Miscarriage and RH-	3/31/2009
Q: I am uncertain if I just had a miscarriage 3 days ago. My cycles are all over the place since I had ... A: RhoGAM should typically be given within 72 hours of birth (or other delivery event). Because you are ...
Aps and preterm birth?	3/30/2009
Q: I was put on clomid by my doctor and I conceived twins. I did have 2 previous miscarriages and no ... A: The abnormal antibodies produced in autoimmune disorders can cross the placenta and cause problems ...
Ovulation Spotting after Tubal Ligation	3/29/2009
Q: I had a tubal ligation 7 years ago that failed. It resulted in an ectopic pregnancy 3 years later. ... A: Ovulation bleeding can occur regardless of whether the tubes are clear or not. Typically when women ...
Nuvaring effectiveness	3/29/2009
Q: Ok. This was my first month using the Nuvaring. I put the Nuvaring in for one full cycle of three ... A: A barrier method such as condoms or spermicides must be used until the new ring has been used ...
Cervical Incometence	3/28/2009
Q: I am 22 weeks pregnant now. This is my first pregnancy. Last week an ultrasound scanning had been ... A: Yes, bedrest after a cervical cerclage - especially well into the 2nd trimester, is not at all ...
Pregnancy	3/28/2009
Q: I WENT TO MY FIRST ULTRASOUND TODAY AND THE TECHNICIAN TOLD ME I WAS 6 WEEKS AND 2 DAYS PREGNANT I ... A: Vaginal bleeding can occur frequently in the 1st trimester of pregnancy and may not be a sign of ...
might be pregnant not sure	3/27/2009
Q: I am 28 yrs old and mother of 3. I had a tubal done after my 3 child in 2007. I have had a regualar ... A: I would suspect that your altered period was likely due to a bit of a hormonal imbalance - as most ...
I have pregnancy symptoms	3/27/2009
Q: I am 36 years old I had my tubes tied,cut and burned 8 1/2 years ago.In Nov 6 I had symptoms of ... A: Obviously, it is impossible from this forum to determine what might be causing your symptoms. But I ...
periods during pregnancy.	3/26/2009
Q: I am 33 weeks pregnant with my first child, and my lmp was on August 4. My due date given to me by ... A: Your dates seem to be exactly right! According to my calculations, with a LMP date of 8/4/08, your ...
Is this normal?	3/26/2009
Q: I am 34 weeks, I have had bleeding of red blood twice in the past 3 weeks when I went to the ... A: It sounds like your body is starting to get prepared for the labor and delivery to come! The ...
confused about dates	3/26/2009
Q: I nee some help. On Feb 13th I went to the doctor and he measured my uterus at 11 weeks and also we ... A: Because I am not a sonographer, I am sorry to tell you I have no idea what the codes mean either! ...
HCG hormones and pregnancy	3/25/2009
Q: I am trying to find answers about HCG and pregnany. Is it possible to be pregnant and have no signs ... A: The hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (better known as hCG) is produced during pregnancy. It is ...
Gestational Diabetes	3/25/2009
Q: "I am 36wks pregnant, I have failed all my Glucose testing and my Dr cannot get me in to see a ... A: If your doctor thinks that your baby is in danger of being too large - which often happens related ...
Really hope I'm not pregnant	3/24/2009
Q: I hope I'm not just being paranoid. My husband and I had sex about 10 times this weekend. I've been ... A: Here's the thing... I do not know what the actual statistics are, but somewhere along the way ...
miscarriages and ectopic pregnancy	3/23/2009
Q: A.A I m from Pakistan sir, i m 27 years.i faced three miscarriages.the third one was ectopic ... A: As long as you have one functioning Fallopian tube and are ovulating regularly, you should still be ...
Been on Depo Provera...Possibly Pregnant?	3/23/2009
Q: I have a long and what feels like complicated question. I have been on depo provera for nearly 5 ... A: Well... I assume you are asking whether I feel there is a possibility you might be pregnant?? Since ...
Pregnancy	3/22/2009
Q: I am 29 weeks pregnant and measuring two cm larger. This is my third baby and am concerned it will ... A: Ultrasounds tend to be rather inaccurate for predicting the fetal weight. An ultrasound can give an ...
Miscarriage at 15 weeks, still lightly bleeding and never passed the fetus	3/22/2009
Q: I miscarried 3/10/09. I began lightly spotting and eventually began heavy bleeding. I felt a pop in ... A: Did you ever see your OB doctor? It is possible with very large clots that bloody tissue may have ...
i think i could be pregant	3/22/2009
Q: i thought i was pregant i have the metal taste all the time my belly is realy senitive and my ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
Sex during pregnancy and herpes.	3/21/2009
Q: I contracted HSV in 2005. I met the man who is now my husband in 2006. We have not used protection ... A: If you are pregnant and know you have genital herpes, you actually have an advantage in protecting ...
Due Date	3/21/2009
Q: My question is regarding my due date. This is my second pregnancy and my LMP was Sept 20/08 putting ... A: WOW!!! That is too much of a difference in due dates to be a difference in the skill of the ...
Dark periods and Uterus large	3/20/2009
Q: I'm 39 and had a baby when I was 38 my son is 15 months. And after I had him I had my check up and ... A: Typically, dark or brown blood/discharge is "old" blood. Meaning it is usually just a bit of blood ...
On birth control but having irregular cycles!	3/20/2009
Q: I have been on the pill (various brands) for the past 5 years. For the past 14 months, I have been ... A: Causes of dysfunctional uterine bleeding can be: - Pregnancy-related - Trauma to the cervix, ...
Uti effecting HPT	3/20/2009
Q: I've had no period for two months after coming off mini pill. Have also been suffering from uti's ... A: No. There have been reports that blood or protein in the urine may cause false-positive results, ...
HCG Levels	3/19/2009
Q: My 2 readings are as follows: 11 DPO - 65 17 DPO - 1587 Does this seem high to you pls? Regards, ... A: Yes, the levels are a bit higher than we'd expect. This may or may not mean anything at all. If it ...
two pos hpt then neg blood test then another pos hpt	3/19/2009
Q: A little over a month ago, a few days before my period was due, I spotted very light for two days... ... A: After three positive HPTs, a skipped period, and now a late consecutive period, my suggestion would ...
Possible Birth Control Issues	3/10/2009
Q: I was on Orthotricyclen for a year and my doctor recently switched me to YAZ due to breakthrough ... A: Unfortunately, I cannot even attempt to diagnose through this forum - especially as a nurse. If they ...
Hsg level	3/4/2009
Q: Hello My name is Tam and i'm writing you to ask you a question regaurding my hsg level well i took a ... A: With a LMP date of 1/21/09, you would have been 5 weeks, 6 days on 3/3/09. Now the range of normal ...
Polyps!	3/4/2009
Q: "Hi , i just gave birth 5 moths back to a baby boy.Currently im breastfeeding and also giving ... A: Uterine polyps are growths attached to inner wall of the uterus and protruding into the uterine ...
late periods	3/3/2009
Q: i've never used birth control and i never been late on my periods. And my last period was on dec.30 ... A: If the blood test you had was a quantitative blood pregnancy test (serum beta hCG), that is a fairly ...
Possible Pregnancy	3/3/2009
Q: My girlfriend and I had a miscarriage last September. While we weren't planning to have a child it ... A: From the information you have shared, I would not suspect a pregnancy. For the following reasons: - ...
How many weeks pregnant i m?	2/26/2009
Q: ..!!! I got my Beta HCG done and my it depicts 987 value. my lase period came on Jan 4th and the ... A: According to the information you have shared, if you have regular 28 day cycles, I would calculate ...
empty sac miscarriages	2/26/2009
Q: statistically speaking, what is the life or death ratio when experiencing an empty sac during the ... A: An empty gestational sac is also often called a blighted ovum. On the whole, blighted ova ...
classical caesarian	2/26/2009
Q: I had a classical caesarian 1 year ago and my baby is still extremely sick. I am a healthy 30 year ... A: In the case of twins, your doctor would likely consider giving corticosteroids to develop the fetal ...
who could be the father or what day did i get pregnant	2/25/2009
Q: I have a huge problem i just found out that i am 8weeks and 5 days pregnant my last period started ... A: From the information you have shared, if you have a history of 28 day menstrual cycles I calculate ...
gestational DM	2/25/2009
Q: I'm 37 weeks PG and just started showing signs of gestational Diabetes. My blood sugars started ... A: If you only recently started having blood sugars creep up over 100, then I would suspect that the ...
Cramping in 35th week	2/25/2009
Q: I know I should chalk it up to pre term labor- but I don't think it is. My cramps are concentrated ... A: If your personal OB is prepared to deliver you at this point and is not concerned if you are ...
Breach baby	2/24/2009
Q: I am 33 weeks and my baby is breach as of right now. I am military and have military doctors that ... A: Please check with your health care provider prior to starting these. Breech Tilt - Between 32-35 ...
classical caesarian	2/24/2009
Q: I had a classical caesarian 1 year ago and my baby is still extremely sick. I am a healthy 30 year ... A: Well, first, I can give you some information, but cannot give you a "medical opinion". I do not have ...
Implanon/pregnancy	2/24/2009
Q: I am 30 years old and I have been using the implanon since 2001 after the birth of my 3rd child. ... A: Implanon (a flexible plastic rod about the size of a matchstick that is put under the skin on the ...
subchoronic bleed	2/19/2009
Q: i am 9 weeks preganancy and i had 3.3 1.6 cm subchoronic bleed, just now my question is that it is ... A: The size of the hematoma is largely based on where you are in the pregnancy/the size of the ...
multiple c-sections	2/19/2009
Q: Brenda, I have had 4 c-sections in the last 15 years, 1st because of breech baby, wanted to attempt ... A: I hope you understand why it would be just very wrong of me to offer an opinion on this. You have ...
Should I be worried?	2/18/2009
Q: I'm 37 weeks PG and have a paternity question. I was fine until I started reading some other posts ... A: All the dates you have given me calculate to an estimated conception date of 6/19/08. I think the ...
fundal mesurement	2/12/2009
Q: I am 27 weeks pregnant and my doctor seems concerned that my uterus is 2 weeks ahead of schedule. I ... A: Well, there is a difference in what you are asking... simply a small woman (with a small pelvic ...
Uterine Position	2/12/2009
Q: What is the normal position of the Uterus in relation to the pubic Symphysis and what is a ... A: In the virgin state the uterus is flattened antero-posteriorly and is pyriform in shape, with the ...
can i be pregnant on a full normal 7day period	2/11/2009
Q: Hi I am very concerned I slept with my ex on exactly aug 31 08 one time only unprotected I am in a ... A: If you have had two different ultrasounds that have confirmed gestational age dating of the ...
vein pooling	2/10/2009
Q: Hopefully you can help. My doctor said that on my ultrasound she seen vein pooling in my placenta ... A: Vein pooling is typically a term referring to the legs - varicose veins - which occurs commonly ...
Question of Paternity. 3 weeks between encounters	2/10/2009
Q: This is kind of a detailed question but here I go: My cycles range from 28-35 days. My Period in ... A: The most conclusive piece of information that you shared with me is the ultrasound result on 2/8. ...
early preganancy ultrasound	2/10/2009
Q: I had an early ultrasound at 4 weeks 4 days because my doc was concerned about an ectopic pregnancy. ... A: The norms for ultrasound are as follows: The gestational sac can typically be visualized as early as ...
d &c	2/5/2009
Q: I had a d&c on jan. 9. 09. i havent followed up with my physician bc he has been out of town. I have ... A: Anytime you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the ...
hormone level normality	2/3/2009
Q: last tue i went to the gyn and was told im 5 week and 2 days preg. im now 6 weeks preg and sat nit i ... A: I do apologize for the delay in answering your question. My son was "T-boned" in a wreck last week. ...
Conception	2/3/2009
Q: First, I want to say that I already applaud your work, knowledge and efforts in answering other ... A: I do apologize for the delay in answering your question. My son was "T-boned" in a wreck last week. ...
Anal Fistula	2/3/2009
Q: My baby boy is 5 weeks old and we need to take him to a surgen next week because an absece located ... A: I do apologize for the delay in answering your question. My son was "T-boned" in a wreck last week. ...
Mirena and abdominal pain	2/2/2009
Q: Brenda, my name is Hallie and last Monday January 26th I had an D&C done aswell as a laparoscopy and ... A: I do apologize for the delay in answering your question. My son was "T-boned" in a wreck last week. ...
tubal pregnancy	2/2/2009
Q: I am 30 years old, had a tubaligation a couple years ago and now I am experiencing nausea,breast ... A: I do apologize for the delay in answering your question. My son was "T-boned" in a wreck last week. ...
is my obgyn correct?	2/1/2009
Q: My Doctor Says I Have Nothing To Worry About But The Beginning Of June the 3rd or 4th to be ... A: I do apologize for the delay in answering your question. My son was "T-boned" in a wreck last week. ...
Xray prior to conception	2/1/2009
Q: I recently had an upper gi series, no lead apron was used, because they could not view the small ... A: I do apologize for the delay in answering your question. My son was "T-boned" in a wreck last week. ...
Paternity	2/1/2009
Q: I am pregnant due on Feb 10th according to an ultrasound when I was about 6 weeks. My periods are ... A: I do apologize for the delay in answering your question. My son was T-boned in a wreck last week. I ...
heart rate	1/6/2009
Q: I am 20 weeks pregnant and in fairly good health. My heart rate and blood pressure have always been ... A: Our vital signs can fluctuate like that at any time during our lives, but during pregnancy this is ...
irregular gestational sac at 6 weeks	12/18/2008
Q: This is my 2nd pregnancy, the first was an ectopic treated by methotrexate on 8/7/08. I went in ... A: An irregularly shaped gestational sac on ultrasound can indicate a few things. It may be that there ...
6 weeks pregnant no heartbeat, some bleeding	12/18/2008
Q: I am 6 wks pregnant exactly (know from IVF date); saw gestational sac, small yolk sac, and small ... A: Vaginal bleeding can occur frequently in the 1st trimester of pregnancy and may not be a sign of ...
calcium	12/17/2008
Q: I had my first visit today, I am 10 weeks. I forgot to mention to the Dr that I was tested at ... A: Osteoporosis occurs most commonly in the hip, wrist, and spine(vertebrae). Obviously, weakness in ...
possible pregnancy	12/17/2008
Q: i am 27 y.o. my last monthly periods were on august 7, september 11 and october 9 and november 11. ... A: OK, first of all, your cycle history indicates a typical cycle length of 28-35 days. Dec. 16 would ...
after a D&C	12/16/2008
Q: I had a D&C 31 days ago. 2 days ago I took a home pregnancy test and it showed positive. When I read ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
Effectiveness of Birth Control On the Day 1 Start	12/9/2008
Q: I just started taking birth control pills on thanksgiving (November 27th). I chose the day 1 start ... A: With the 'First Day Start' method, you start your first pill during the first 24 hours of your ...
fatty liver	12/9/2008
Q: not sure if you would know but my husband and i wanted one more baby, we have 2kids. i am a 26yr ... A: Although I'm not SUPER familiar with this condition, I can pass along some basic information. Acute ...
getting pregnant after having a miscarriage	12/8/2008
Q: I just had a miscarriage this past week and I would like to know if I start ovulating (because I am ... A: The bleeding you are having now would not be considered a period. It is simply the bleeding related ...
worried	12/8/2008
Q: do you know what bacteria vaginosis is and how can it affect a pregnancy?? A: Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the name of a condition in women where the normal balance of bacteria in ...
Menstrual Irregularities and Pregnancy confusion	12/7/2008
Q: Brenda, I was just waiting for you. It is a bit long but I am suffering from lots of mental stress ... A: The chemicals in Ovral G (Ethinyl estradiol and Norgestrel) are the same as those used in birth ...
marina coil	12/7/2008
Q: iv had mine fitted now for nearly 2 years it constantly hurts , yes its slowed the bleeding down but ... A: According to the manufacturer, Mirena may shorten, lighten or even eliminate your periods. After one ...
Pregnancy?	12/7/2008
Q: I had sex on the 25th of October and the 29th of November. I started Trisprintec on the 16th of ... A: The symptoms you are describing are more than likely related to starting the Tri-Sprintec. Like most ...
27 weeks pregnant	12/6/2008
Q: I am 27 weeks pregnant and my husband was playing with his nephew and as I walked by husband swung ... A: It should be fine. The baby actually has a tremendous amount of protection in utero. It would take a ...
When did i get pregnant?	12/6/2008
Q: okay.My last period started april 12th(lasted 5 days).My cycles are 30-32 days apart.On April 16th i ... A: According to all of the information you've shared, I calculate an estimated conception date of ...
Mucous plug or just spotting?	12/5/2008
Q: I'm 38 1/2 weeks pregnant. Due December 16th. I for the last week had been having some discharge ... A: *Sorry for the delay - we had a new grandson! :-) Yes, this sounds like your mucus plug. ...
cord around neck	12/5/2008
Q: I am 31 weeks pregnant. I noticed that the baby's movements changed and he was not moving that ... A: *Sorry for the delay - we had a new grandson! :-) Babies move around almost continuously during ...
Heath Therapy Patches for Pain Relief During Pregnancy	12/5/2008
Q: I am in my 8th month of pregnancy and have been very fortunate not to have a lot of pain and ... A: *Sorry for the delay - we had a new grandson! :-) If you mean something similar to a small ...
what are my chances of being pregnant?	11/22/2008
Q: I AM OVER DUE FOR MY PERIOD BY A DAY NOW MY CYCLE IS ALWAYS BETWEEN 26 AND 28 DAYS NEVER LATE ME AND ... A: If you have regular cycles every 26-28 days, it sounds like you are more than likely ovulating ...
can conive with out pragnet	11/22/2008
Q: could you consive (get pregnant) with out ovulating? Can you ovulate if you don't have your pirod? A: Having a period does not necessarily mean that ovulation has taken place. Some women may have what ...
light pink discharge after bleeding	11/21/2008
Q: i started my period on Thursday and it stopped off and on till Monday or so i wasn't consistent and ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
pregnancy	11/21/2008
Q: My question is can i get pregnant after a tubal ligation procedure which i had done 11 years ago? my ... A: Occasionally a woman can still get pregnant, despite having had her tubes tied properly. The tubes ...
Extremely high HCG	11/20/2008
Q: I am 27 and 9w by US and 10w from LMP pregnant.I had 2 mc before. I had 4 hcg tests done. First was ... A: Typically , the most common reasons hCG levels are higher than normal during pregnancy would ...
Due date??	11/20/2008
Q: I dont have regular periods and i try to do the pregnancy tools but they dont add up right. my last ... A: If you do not have regular periods, it is harder to calculate your due date. BUT I can calculate ...
Confused & in need of info!	11/16/2008
Q: I am really confused and could use some expert opinions. I am seeing an ND weekly, and have an ... A: False-negative pregnancy tests are very rare. Tests performed too early in the pregnancy, before ...
39 weeks pregnant	11/16/2008
Q: I am just under 39 weeks pregnant. I have diarrhea, backache, lots of braxtons hicks, I have lost ... A: Yes, you are close. :-) Try to be patient. This is just your first taste of what is to come.... ...
subinvolution	11/15/2008
Q: I am 71/2 weeks post partum. At my 6 week pp visit I was still bleeding and my cervix was still ... A: Unfortunately, all signs suggest placental pieces are likely to still remain in your uterus. They ...
are the chances of me getting pregnant high?	11/15/2008
Q: ok wat happened was this i had unprotected sex i think it must of been the cycle day #16, 17, 18 or ... A: Having your first sexual experience can be a very emotional event in and of itself. It is not just ...
Confusing symptoms	11/14/2008
Q: I have a regular 28-30 day cycle. Most recently it has been 28 days. I am sexually active with my ... A: Well, I can tell you that historically the "pulling out" method of birth control, in and of itself, ...
Can I be pregnant?	11/13/2008
Q: I have been on birth control since I had my youngest daughter 7 months ago. I have been on birth ... A: If you have taken your BCPs every day as directed - without missing any pills - you should have ...
Pregnancy Issue	11/13/2008
Q: I found out i was pregnant Nov.4.2008 and a few days prior before finding out i had used steroids ... A: Without knowing more specifics about the type of steroid medication you took, I cannot be real ...
question	11/8/2008
Q: I am 26 years old and in 17 weeks of pregnancy. I have had spotting from the first days of my ... A: First, please be aware that I am a Registered Nurse with experience in the field of ...
Uterus growing	11/8/2008
Q: I had my first baby 12/2/07 and have been breastfeeding him. He feeds on demand and sleeps with us. ... A: Most literature I've seen says that women who are breastfeeding exclusively have less than a 5% ...
post partum sex	11/7/2008
Q: I recently gave birth to my 8th child. I have never waited the full six weeks after childbirth to ... A: In general, a woman shouldn't consider having full sex (intercourse) until after her post-natal ...
Vaginal pain	11/7/2008
Q: About 6 months ago i was put on birth control for overly painful and heavy bleeding periods. After ... A: Because so many organs - the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder, urethra and rectum - share a ...
conception after D&C	11/7/2008
Q: I had a D&C on 10/24/08 and I had very light bleeding for 1 week. It has now been 2 weeks since ... A: The chances are that you are ovulating. The ovulation kit tests for a surge in the luteinizing ...
crl chart	11/6/2008
Q: I have asked you a question in the past and want to thank you again for your expert advice. I have ... A: Although there are slightly different versions of CRL dating charts, most are pretty close. And ...
Progesterone Level @ 16 wks	11/6/2008
Q: At 7 wks LMP, my progesterone level was 8.5 I asked for a fasting draw, and it was 13.1 two days ... A: Progesterone is first produced by the corpus luteum of the ovary and production from this site is ...
SLE and Pregnancy???	10/31/2008
Q: I recently took a home pregnancy test and it came back positive, but I'm extremely worried about ... A: The perception that SLE pregnancies are of particular high risk is not necessarily accurate anymore. ...
white sticky stuff	10/31/2008
Q: i would like to ask, what is this white sticky stuff that's coming out in my vagina? it doesn't have ... A: Cervical mucus naturally changes throughout your cycle. The first few days following menstruation, ...
I am 6 weeks pregnant w/ prior abortion/Rho Immune Globulin shot. Am I at risk? What should I do?	10/30/2008
Q: I just learned I am pregnant, no more than 5 or 6 weeks, I last menstrated 5 1/2 weeks ago and have ... A: The lack of symptoms for this pregnancy is not necessarily abnormal. Every woman and every pregnancy ...
My husbands blood type is B- and mine is B+ could that be the cause of our miscarrage?	10/29/2008
Q: My husbands blood type is B- and mine is B+, we had a miscarrage this past april. i found out i was ... A: First, I do apologize for the delay. I suffer from migraines and this has been a heck of a week... ...
Foetal death in Uteral	10/29/2008
Q: It was detected during my 20 weeks ultrasound that the there was no fetal heart beat. And I was told ... A: First, I do apologize for the delay. I suffer from migraines and this has been a heck of a week... ...
Morning Sickness	10/28/2008
Q: She doesnt know how many months yet but she is a bit confused because she doesnt have morning ... A: First, I do apologize for the delay. I suffer from migraines and this has been a heck of a week... ...
Pregnant after tubal ligation?	10/23/2008
Q: I'm 34 years old and I had a tubal ligation on 12/13/99. My period going on 2 weeks late. It ... A: Occasionally a woman can still get pregnant, despite having had her tubes tied properly. The tubes ...
vomitting in the second trimester	10/23/2008
Q: A lot of people have told me in the second trimester vomiting and getting nauseous should get ... A: The nausea and vomiting which occurs for many women (as many as 75%) during the 1st trimester of ...
pregnancy	10/22/2008
Q: i dont know if you can help. but its worth a try. do you know if doctors test for herpes during ... A: Because the highest risk of neonatal herpes occurs when a woman acquires herpes during pregnancy ...
misscarridge	10/22/2008
Q: this morning i woke up and use the bathroom i started to see bleeding so i went to the ER. the ... A: OK...I'm not sure I understand what the ER doctor was telling you or what he meant, but I can tell ...
Late Period	10/22/2008
Q: I am a 25 year old female. I have one son who is 5, and my husband and I are trying to conceive a ... A: If your LMP was 9/9, 10/3 would have been a bit late for ovulation to have been taking place. Even ...
Low Progesterone	10/18/2008
Q: I had a miscarriage in March of 08, they did a D&C at the time. Since the, my husband and I have ... A: Progesterone levels vary quite a bit from cycle to cycle and with every woman and when non-pregnant ...
having a healthy baby	10/17/2008
Q: my boyfriend have a mild case of cerebral in his right arm and we thinking aboout having a baby. i ... A: I assume you mean that your boyfriend has a mild case of CP (Cerebral Palsy) affecting his right ...
Irregularities	10/17/2008
Q: I have a minor problem, and I don't know if I should be concerned or not. The past couple of ... A: Not necessarily. You did not note your age, but as we age our cycles tend to become a bit less ...
conception date virsus how far along she is..	10/16/2008
Q: Well i have a question that I'm afraid wont be able to be answered till the baby is born... But my ... A: Early ultrasounds are quite accurate in dating pregnancies. As time has passed and we have been able ...
no periods	10/16/2008
Q: I am 30yo and have always had regular periods my whole life. I have had five pregnancies, and one ... A: Hormones, particularly our female hormones, are a really tricky and delicate thing. Our bodies are ...
2nd level sonogram	10/16/2008
Q: I have recently been referred for a 2nd level sonogram because my doctor found a small tiny dilation ... A: I was NOT in any way telling you that you had a 1 in 5 chance of having a Downs Syndrome baby. If ...
Risky Business.. Am I Pregnant?	10/9/2008
Q: My boyfriend & I have been fooling around lately. I have never engaged in sexual intercourse before, ... A: OK, first... you said you have not had sex yet, but I need to tell you - you are having sex. If a ...
NO PERIOD IN TWO MONTHS	10/9/2008
Q: MY LAST PERIOD WAS AUGUST 5 AND I AM NOW TWO MONTHS LATE I TOOK A PREGNANCY TEST THREE DAYS AGO AND ... A: Occasionally a woman can still get pregnant, despite having had her tubes tied properly. The tubes ...
16 days late, discharge and tired	10/8/2008
Q: I am 16 days late for my expected period. I was on birth control until about 2 weeks ago when I ... A: Since you have had four negative pregnancy tests as recently as 10/1-ish, I would suspect you have ...
delayed minstruation	10/8/2008
Q: i have my menstuation last september 6 but until now october8 i have no metruation is it possible ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
gestational sac	10/8/2008
Q: My daughter-in-law just found out she has a blood pool in her gestational sac. She is maybe 4 weeks ... A: I understand the concern. Anytime there is a break from what we consider "normal" during pregnancy, ...
Ovarian Cyst (6 cm) & one month pregnant!	10/3/2008
Q: My husband and I were trying for our second child when I discovered this Cyst. Had an ultrasound one ... A: Ovarian cysts are fairly common during pregnancy (about 1 in 1,000 pregnant women). In fact, in the ...
Twin Pregnancy	10/3/2008
Q: Today I did my second ultrasound I am 7 weeks pregnant. I have two sacs. but the first time that I ... A: Yes, this does happen. It is not unusual for one twin to be stronger than the other. It is still ...
heart rate and blood pressure	10/3/2008
Q: I am currently 6 weeks pregnant. I have noticed in the last week/week and a half that both my blood ... A: First - your vital signs sound great! I would not be concerned at all. Second, there are definitely ...
hcg blood test	10/2/2008
Q: I am 5 days late with my period. I should have started last friday, and I am like clockwork. I had ... A: As far as your cycles go, if you had a history of 28 day cycles, you would have been ovulating on ...
colposcopy and chryotherapy	10/2/2008
Q: My husband and I are trying to conceive our 3rd child. Last year I had an abnormal PAP which caused ... A: Dysplasia is a term used to describe abnormal cells. Dysplasia is not cancer, although it may ...
placental previa bleeding	10/2/2008
Q: i have been diagonised with total placental previa,and i started bleeding at week 27.now i am at ... A: Total placenta previa occurs when the internal cervical os is completely covered by the placenta. If ...
concerns of being pregnancy	10/1/2008
Q: First i would like to thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I would like to start ... A: Anytime you have had unprotected sex, you cannot dismiss the possibility of pregnancy. Using the ...
water breaking in water	10/1/2008
Q: i teach a prenatal water exercise class. The Moms in my class have expressed concern about possible ... A: As a general rule, I do not recommend any activity that would be considered "exercise" for women who ...
fundal height	10/1/2008
Q: I am 30 weeks pregnant and have measured 32 weeks since 26 weeks pregnant. I had my last ultrasound ... A: As long as the fetal heart rate remains strong and within normal limits and you continue to ...
could a scan be out by over 6 weeks	9/26/2008
Q: This may sound a silly question but the story goes, I had intercourse on the 6th sept and had what I ... A: You would not have conceived on 9/6/07 if your scan on 11/27/07 had you at 6 5/7 weeks. The average ...
Short Cervix w/ dynamic change @ 28 weeks	9/26/2008
Q: First and foremost thanks for doing this, it's a great service. I have read a lot of your posts on ... A: Well, alrighty then..... :-) As with our unfortunate situation in Washington, I'm thinking there ...
question(28 weeks)	9/25/2008
Q: I was walking a lot the last couple of days and now i feel more pressure in my lower stomach and my ... A: This is not unusual at all - particularly in your stage of pregnancy. Groin pain is a common ...
pregnancy after giving birth	9/18/2008
Q: I gave birth to my daughter 9 months ago. I breast fed her until about 7 1/2 months and then went ... A: After the initial two post-partum cycles, two consecutive days of bleeding/spotting or the woman's ...
Progesterone levels	9/18/2008
Q: I had a miscarriage last november (blighted ovum) and I am currently about 7 weeks pregnant. My ... A: I understand your anxiety. After experiencing a loss, any woman is understandably edgy about every ...
Head MRI before I knew I was pregnant	9/5/2008
Q: I had a head MRI for atypical migraines before I knew I was pregnant. I just found out I was ... A: For the first week after conception, the fertilized egg isn't even implanted into the uterine wall ...
2 weeks late, starting to panic	9/4/2008
Q: I'm a little (ok, a lot) freaked out. I am now about 2 weeks+ late for my period. I've been ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
Re assurance about who the father is	9/4/2008
Q: Im 35 yrs old and this is my first pregnancy. Although i am freaking out a lil and i know its ... A: If the ultrasound on 8/7 confirmed by fetal measurements that you were 7 1/7 weeks at that point, ...
dandy walker syndrome? so worried!	9/3/2008
Q: On my last ultrasound they found said that my babys cerebellum or vermis was a little smaller than ... A: Dandy-Walker Syndrome is a congenital brain malformation involving the cerebellum (an area at the ...
Help!!!	9/3/2008
Q: Im sooo scared cause i have heard women talking about having to be induced because of this condition ... A: Some information on PUPPP: Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy (PUPPP) normally ...
neg preg test on depo	9/2/2008
Q: I have been experiencing quite a number of preg symps,now I was off my depo for a few weeks and had ... A: Well, you are right in that Depo Provera can cause all of those symptoms - which are hormonal in ...
Bleeding	9/2/2008
Q: I was on Ortho Tri-Cyclen for four years. I had my placebo week from August 10-16 and my period from ... A: The bleeding was essentially your body saying, "Whoa - what the heck is going on?!" It is expecting ...
Spotting in Pregnancy	9/2/2008
Q: I am about five weeks pregnant and i have had a history of miscarriages. I just noticed that when i ... A: A bit of spotting/bleeding in early pregnancy is not necessarily unusual. Vaginal bleeding can occur ...
Risk of miscarriage	8/28/2008
Q: I am 8 weeks pregnant, had an ultrasound last week Everything was normal, baby had good heartbeat ... A: The "right time" to tell family and friends about your pregnancy is a very personal decision. There ...
6 weeks pregnant	8/27/2008
Q: thanks kelly A: Congratulations! And no - it is not abnormal to not "feel" pregnant. Every woman and every pregnancy ...
Circumvallete Placenta & Low Line Placenta	8/27/2008
Q: I'm 17 weeks and 5 days pregnant and been diagnosed with both circumvallete placenta and low line ... A: First, 17 weeks is slightly early to have a diagnosed circumvallate placenta. Ultrasounds and ...
pregnancy	8/26/2008
Q: if you got pregnant on March 28 when should you be due closer to the end of December or January 31st A: If conception took place on or about 3/28/08 and you have a history of regular 28 day cycles, I ...
Conception date question	8/26/2008
Q: Well I'm about as confused as ever. Let me just explain everything in detail. My last 2 periods were ... A: I calculate also (based on LMP and intercourse dates you provide) that you would have been 8 weeks ...
Molar, Multiples???	8/20/2008
Q: I found out I was preggers almost 2 weeks ago. The nurse wanted me to get Beta quants 72 hours ... A: As your doctor explained, the most common causes for a rapidly rising hCG level are a blighted ovum ...
Annual exam issue	8/20/2008
Q: I just went to my annual exam with a new doctor. A couple of weeks ago she did blood work and we ... A: If there was only a "teaspoon" amount of blood and you had no more spotting, your fainting would not ...
Pregnancy and radiation.	8/19/2008
Q: We are trying for a baby and I currently work as a cleaner for a cancer treatment center. The ... A: No, it would be very unlikely to be harmful. In the United States, the average person is exposed to ...
bleeding after pregnancy	8/19/2008
Q: Brenda, I am calling a doctor tomorrow, but can't sleep well right now. I am wondering if you have ... A: The bleeding after delivery is called lochia. Postpartum bleeding is similar to the bleeding that ...
Question about pregnancy test results	8/19/2008
Q: I am writing in hopes that you can help me. I have missed my period as of 2 weeks ago. I am usually ... A: Typically the hCG level will rise enough by about one week after the missed period that it is ...
my period is late...is it the birth control or can I be pregnant?	8/13/2008
Q: Ok...so I had my period 7/5/08 which I then started b/c pills. When my pack was finished I never had ... A: False negative pregnancy tests are usually the result of testing too early. However, if you took the ...
Brown Spotting	8/12/2008
Q: I am 10 weeks pregnant and experienced pink discharge and a few drops of red blood after a BM ... A: More than likely everything is fine with the pregnancy. Vaginal bleeding can occur frequently in the ...
Could I be pregnant??	8/12/2008
Q: I have taken birthcontrol (Yaz) off and on for the last 7 months. About a month ago I was really ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
13 day period	8/12/2008
Q: my question is basically this: my last period was late (on around day 40 or so), i called my md and ... A: It sounds like your cycles are a bit messed up - commonly referred to as a hormonal imbalance. :-) ...
confused & worry	8/8/2008
Q: I'm not sure if I'm pregnant, my last period started on the 4th of July & ended on the 7th I'm ... A: If your last regular period started on 7/4 and you have regular 28 day cycles, I calculate that you ...
MENSTRUAL CYCLE	8/8/2008
Q: WHY WOULD I BE HAVING TWO CYCLES IN 14 DAYS? I STARTED JULY 18-23 AND NOW I STARTED AGAIN LAST ... A: The medical term for irregular bleeding or spotting between periods is metrorrhagia and it can be ...
False negative pregnancy test?	8/8/2008
Q: I have been having all the signs of pregnancy...lightheaded, headaches, minor cramping, lower back ... A: False negative pregnancy test results are typically due to testing too early or improperly. Although ...
brown spotting, 2 negs blahh	8/7/2008
Q: OKAY! So, I had my last 'real' period June 23 (I have a fairly regular 28 day cylce, but I usually ... A: With a LMP date of 6/23 and a history of regular 28 day cycles, you would have been expected to ...
Fetal measurement	8/7/2008
Q: I have a history of miscarriages due to a genetic balanced translocation. I had intercourse on July ... A: No - there is no reason to assume there is an issue at all. In general, ultrasonography dating of a ...
Menstruation	8/7/2008
Q: I had the mirena IUD removed in the beginning of May 08 and had a period after the removal then 2 ... A: Unless there is an incident related to your IUD, such as a uterine injury/puncture or a uterine ...
Scared!!!	8/6/2008
Q: well i started bleeding all of a sudden but i didn't worry about it because i thought it would be ... A: You absolutely have every right to wait until your next OB check-up date before doing anything ...
could i be pregnany	8/5/2008
Q: ok this is kinda long but i need help.i stoped taking my birth control at the being of July 08 and i ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
sensitive vagina	8/5/2008
Q: I am 23 weeks pregnant. On and off, mostly on, my vagina is really sensitive or is feeling ... A: If nothing else, if you are having symptoms, you should be screened for vaginal infections (if that ...
I don't know if im pregnant	8/4/2008
Q: I'm not sure if I'm pregnant, my last period started on the 4th of July & ended on the 7th I'm ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
Poss Pregnancy	8/4/2008
Q: I am now 10 days late for my period, am always very regular normally on a 26 day cycle. Took a home ... A: False negative pregnancy tests most often occur when the test is done too early. I would suggest ...
Hcg Levels	7/30/2008
Q: I got a beta done with my doctor when I was 12 days late for my period. My HcG levels were at a 40. ... A: The symptoms you describe, and most all typical symptoms of early pregnancy, are hormonal in nature. ...
no period just brown discharge	7/30/2008
Q: I get my period about every 18-20 days since being off the pill. My husband and I have been trying ... A: You have a short cycle, which can make it a bit more difficult to conceive. If your cycles are ...
concerned if I can be pregnant!	7/29/2008
Q: I gave birth on june15,2008. I was 7 months pregnant!..I had sex a week after that and my condom ... A: In general, a woman shouldn't consider having full sex (intercourse) until after her post-natal ...
missed period	7/29/2008
Q: my name is Brenda and I had my last day of period on june 12 and I had 2 test and they both came ... A: Well, first, you did not say when the pregnancy tests were done. Although some tests claim accuracy ...
conception after loss of a first child	7/24/2008
Q: am 30 years, I had a normal delivery on 7th July 2008 but the baby died 6hrs later (Dr. said it was ... A: Well, first, I personally would be more curious as to a specific cause for a neonatal death 6 hours ...
late morning sickness	7/24/2008
Q: I had no morning sickness at all during my first trimester, only extreme exhaustion. However, now ... A: It is quite possible, though unusual. The typical symptoms of pregnancy are related to increased ...
Uterus lining after D&C	7/24/2008
Q: I had a D&C done on June 16th (my baby didn't have a heartbeat and it stopped growing at 7 1/2 ... A: It really is not unusual for you to have not had a period 5.5 weeks post-D&C. Most often after a ...
hcg levels - good or not?	7/23/2008
Q: I'm hoping you can give me your thoughts on my current pregnancy. I had a positive OPK on 7/5 & ... A: As long as that hCG level is doubling every 48-72 hours, everything is developing as expected to ...
when did i get pregnant very confused.	7/23/2008
Q: My last monthly period first day...may 11 2008 ultrasound said my last month period was 8 weeks 5 ... A: From what I calculate, with a LMP date of 5/11 and a history of 28 day cycles, your estimated date ...
rapid heartbeat	7/19/2008
Q: .she is 26yrs old and 19wks pregnant with her second child.A few weeks ago she started to feel very ... A: I would suspect that the OB doctor is actually keeping closer tabs on the baby than you are aware ...
leaking breast	7/19/2008
Q: I am 34 weeks along and my breast are leaking is this a sign that I will have the baby soon or is ... A: By 12-14 weeks of pregnancy, some women find that their breasts are leaking a fluid. This is ...
weird periods & I have a tubal	7/19/2008
Q: My name is Maria & I have a question. I have had my tubes tied for 7 yrs now & in the past few ... A: Although rare, tubal ligations can fail. Occasionally a woman can still get pregnant, despite having ...
missed a pill	7/18/2008
Q: i had sex with my boyfriend and i'm on the pill. but that day i didant take my pill cause i forgot ... A: The effectiveness of the BCP is definitely increased when you take the pill around the same time ...
having 2 periods in one month	7/17/2008
Q: I'm 21 years old. My periods are normal usually the beginning of each month but they are very light ... A: Well, first, 5-6 days after unprotected sex would be VERY, VERY fast for symptoms. It's almost ...
Could my docters be wrong about my due date? Why doesnt my ultrasound doesnt match my conception date?	7/16/2008
Q: my storY goes like this. In the month of March 2008 my period ran about 2 weeks late ,which ran into ... A: Here's where I think your confusion lies... pregnancy dating is calculated using the LMP date, NOT ...
is she pregnant?	7/16/2008
Q: Girlfriend's period started about 6/28, We had sex 7/13. I pulled out and she took the Plan B pills ... A: Well, I'll get the bad news out of the way first...if she has regular 28 day cycles, the timing was ...
pregnant?	7/16/2008
Q: My periods are generally 7days in length, heaviest on the 1st, then decreases in amount, blood clots ... A: Here's the thing... you can find reports of absolutely ANYTHING under the sun on the Internet. ...
Factor V and pregnancy	7/15/2008
Q: I am 33 weeks pregnant and just diagnosed with Factor V leiden deficiency. I have to get more tests ... A: Factor V is a protein in the blood that is required for normal clotting to occur in response to ...
abdominal pain in early pregnancy	7/9/2008
Q: I am about 5-6 weeks pregnant and 3 days ago my boyfriend and I had rough sex nothing happened that ... A: If the bit of spotting can be directly attributed to the sex which was rougher than normal and ...
Early symptoms indicitive of difficult pregnancy?	7/8/2008
Q: I am approximately 1 week pregnant. Conception likely occurred on July 1. I have not tested yet, ... A: Assuming - for the sake of argument - that you are pregnant, no. It may or may not mean that you ...
conception	7/8/2008
Q: I know your probably going to tell me what every nurse has says about this. Its about conception and ... A: If you have regular 28 day cycles and the LMP date is 1/29, the estimated date of conception would ...
Late Period	7/7/2008
Q: Me and my girlfriend had unprotected sex the day after her period cycle ended. I used the pull out ... A: Anytime you have unprotected sex, you cannot dismiss the possibility of a pregnancy. However, the ...
HCG level of 16	7/7/2008
Q: I went to the doctor on 7/2 for my annual pap. I was suppose to start my period that day. It would ... A: If the test was done at 28 days into your cycle, or approximately 14 days past ovulation (DPO), your ...
period pregnaacy	7/7/2008
Q: had my period on the 13th of june and ended on 17th june, i just had unprotected sex on the 4th and ... A: Anytime you have unprotected sex, you cannot dismiss the possibility of pregnancy. The odds increase ...
could i possibly be pregnant?	7/3/2008
Q: ok i had unprotected sex twice and 5 days after that i started my period. it only lasted 2 days ... A: It really has nothing to do with whether you had unprotected sex once or twice or three times, if ...
Restarting Depo / Late	7/3/2008
Q: I am a 26 year old married female. I have been on depo for nearly 3 years. I was due for my shot ... A: If you were delayed in getting the injection, they definitely should have done a pregnancy test ...
LOW FETAL HEART RATE	7/2/2008
Q: Let me start off by saying on May 8, 2007 I had a miscarriage i was exactly 4 weeks pregnant so it ... A: When the yolk sac is unusually small, unusually large, irregular in shape, or calcified, there tends ...
No fetal pole at 5w4d	7/1/2008
Q: I went to the ER today. I should be almost 6 weeks, but I started spotting last night. It caught me ... A: The gestational sac can typically be visualized as early as 4.5 weeks of gestation and the yolk sac ...
Fifth Disease	7/1/2008
Q: I'm very close to my sister's children and my contact with him before the symptoms appeared was ... A: Because fifth disease is a mild illness, many adults may not be aware that they have had it in the ...
Pregnancy after provera	7/1/2008
Q: I had a miscarriage at 9wks and had to have a d&c on April 15,2008. I waited about 8wks post d&c and ... A: Provera is not a medication that is typically associated with multiples. Provera is simply synthetic ...
early pregnancy	6/25/2008
Q: I am 5 weeks pregnant and found out that my progesterone levels are at 8.3. I have a history of low ... A: The normal values for progesterone in pregnancy are very broad and are as follows: First Trimester- ...
pregnancy	6/24/2008
Q: is 5lbs 11oz is a full term baby A: It may or may not have been considered full term. You would need to talk to the ...
Unable to see pregancy during an ultrasound?	6/18/2008
Q: On June 9th I had a pregnancy test done. It came back positve. This past friday I had pains in my ... A: In order to determine whether you would have been too early in the pregnancy for it to be noted on ...
Bleeding after sex	6/17/2008
Q: I had a natural miscarriage on 4/25/08 and my first cycle of period came on 5/27/08. Since then, I ... A: Bleeding which is brought on by sexual intercourse is never normal and is something that you should ...
am i pregnant?	6/11/2008
Q: my partner and i have been trying to get pregnant now for over a month - my last period started on ... A: First, if your cycle is typically 28 days, you would not have been due to start your next period ...
nervous...	6/11/2008
Q: I'm currently on Yasmin birth control. I started over a year ago on something else but was switched ... A: More than likely it is from the discontinuation of the pills. Your body is really confused about the ...
conception	6/11/2008
Q: I am 23 weeks and 6 days pregnant, my due date is July 21. My period was the 10th of October, but ... A: Again, even the date given by the ultrasound indicates a conception date on/after 10/24. This would ...
breast tenderness	6/10/2008
Q: My breast have been very tender for the last 12 weeks, but today my breast dont feel tender or ... A: I assume you are pregnant. :-) I would not take this as a sign of a miscarriage. Very often once ...
Medication during First Trimester	6/10/2008
Q: I am in my first trimester and came to know that I am pregnant only few days back. I assume the ... A: Your conception date would be about 5/1 if your last period was approximately 4/17. You didn't give ...
when to tell	6/3/2008
Q: I am currently about 5 1/2 weeks pregnant and i've had 2 previous miscarriages within the last 7 ... A: The miscarriage of a pregnancy can take place either before, or after, the pregnancy was shown ...
pregnancy and/or missed periods...	6/2/2008
Q: I have recently came across a problem i haven't had a period since early march 2008 and it is now ... A: Unfortunately, if your female family members have a history of requiring blood pregnancy tests to ...
Multiple miscarriages	6/2/2008
Q: I am 25 years old and I had my first miscarriage last September at 10 weeks. Apparently it was an ... A: I am sorry to hear of your difficulties. Please know that you really are not alone. SO many women go ...
Vaginal taste	6/1/2008
Q: This is the most embarassing question I have ever had to ask-I had a sexual encounter and the guy ... A: The chemical make-up of the vagina changes from day to day - literally. Depending upon the foods we ...
non viable pregnancy missed miscarriage	6/1/2008
Q: just been reading answers in regards to non viable pregnancy, missed miscarriage and infection. I ... A: A miscarriage can occur any time before 20 weeks. Among known pregnancies, the rate of miscarriage ...
hcg levels??? please help..very scared	5/21/2008
Q: My last period started on 4/15/08. This is my second pregnancy, my son is 13 months old. We ... A: You ARE very early, but in a healthy pregnancy we expect hCG levels to double every 48-72 hours. ...
Still HCG after Miscarriage?	5/21/2008
Q: Brenda - I miscarried at 15w5d this past April 16th. I delivered my baby, and have had no less ... A: Many doctors will monitor hCG levels after a pregnancy loss to make sure that those levels come back ...
Chances of pregnancy?	5/20/2008
Q: I have been on birth control pills for 8 months now but have been on 3 different ones in those 8 ... A: From your menstrual and BCP-taking history as you have shared it, I would suspect you are not ...
tvu @ 5w5d	5/20/2008
Q: I had a transvaginal U/S on 5/16, at the time I was 5w5d. My OB/GYN had said that she was hoping to ... A: Everything sounds perfectly great! :-) I would not be at all concerned about the FHR of 81. It ...
Questions about my due date	5/19/2008
Q: This is kinda weird for me. I had unprotected sex with a man on July 14, 2007. I had a period on ... A: Well, from everything you have shared, if a different conception date was suspected, it would be a ...
Bleeding on Birth Control Pill After Having a Baby	5/19/2008
Q: At my 6-week post-delivery check-up, my OB-GYN prescribed the birth control pill (tri-cyclen lo), at ... A: Did you begin the BCP on the 1st day of your menstrual cycle? There are basically two ways of ...
Ultrasound in first week after conception	5/18/2008
Q: My girlfriend and I are trying to have a baby. She had a normal menstral cycle on 3/19/08 we tried ... A: The nausea and vomiting and sensitivity to smells could certainly be attributed to the antibiotic. ...
cramping	5/18/2008
Q: I am 6 weeks pregnant and have been experiencing some mild cramping in my lower abdomen for the past ... A: Unfortunately, although I know it is very frustrating, the person you spoke to at your doctor's ...
in my 37 th week	5/17/2008
Q: Ok im now in my 37th week. wahooo lol well anyway i went to dr yesterday guess im 1 cm dialated. ... A: In the last few weeks of the pregnancy, as the cervix begins to dilate and/or efface (thin out) and ...
Pregnancy	5/16/2008
Q: I just had a miscarriage on 4/1/08 and 2 weeks later my fiance and I had started trying again for a ... A: From your description, it sounds like the bleeding on 5/5 was likely the first period after the ...
depoprovera	5/16/2008
Q: i was taking depoprovera shot since one and half year,i recently stopped it.my problem is not ... A: This is a common problem with Depo Provera users. Irregular, heavy, or no bleeding are common side ...
intercourse in first trimester	5/16/2008
Q: i have been seeing a reproductive endocrinologist because i had 2 miscarriages within 6 months of ... A: This is something you should clarify with your reproductive endocrinologist. When pelvic rest is ...
depo	5/16/2008
Q: i had a baby in sept. I also had my first depo in sept.my second was in feb. I spotted every month ... A: Depo Prover typically is effective for a six month time frame. Women are encouraged to have another ...
Intercourse during pregnancy	5/15/2008
Q: My wife is Japanese and I am Caucasian. She is 153cm tall, which means the rest of her body goes on ... A: The fetus is completely oblivious to what is going on beyond the inner sanctum of the womb. He/she ...
Concern	5/15/2008
Q: Well my friend was expected to have her baby May 10th...well on the 9th she went in with ... A: I am sorry to hear of your friend's loss. It is impossible to say what caused the loss so late in ...
Tri-Sprintec and Acidohilus	5/15/2008
Q: Can taking probiotic acidophilus daily whaile taking tri sprintec decrease the effectiveness of the ... A: Some strains of Lactobacillus acidophilus may be considered a probiotic or "friendly" bacteria. ...
Pregnancy and fibroid	5/15/2008
Q: Im 39 years old and have been diagnosed with a large fundal fibroid. I had an U/S last may ... A: Congratulations on the long-awaited pregnancy! Fibroids are actually quite common - between 50% and ...
re: tubal ligation	5/1/2008
Q: I had baby #3 last month and had a tubal ligation the day after her birth. I absoulutely do not want ... A: A successful tubal ligation is essentially effective once it is done. However, you typically should ...
33 weeks pregnant with fourth child	5/1/2008
Q: I have been having lower back and abdominal pains for the past two days. The back pain is such a ... A: If you have a history of pre-term deliveries and have been having low back and abdominal pains, at ...
No Gestational Sac	5/1/2008
Q: I am approximatly 6-8 weeks pregenant. My first ultrasound at or around 5-6 weeks a gastational was ... A: Sometimes if the pregnancy is not progressing normally, as it seems yours was not, the gestational ...
non alcoholic beer	5/1/2008
Q: IS IT OK FOR ME TO CONTINUE DRINKING ODOUL'S? SINCE IT SAYS NON ALCOHOLIC W/ 0.5 ALCOHOL. A: No level of drinking alcohol has been proven safe during pregnancy. There are some non-alcoholic ...
Spotting/Abnormal period?	4/30/2008
Q: My period was two weeks late and I am now having light spotting. I did take a pregnancy test and it ... A: I would suspect that your altered periods are likely due to a bit of a hormonal imbalance - as most ...
Miscarriage	4/30/2008
Q: I am 35. I found out I was pregnant on March 18th. My last period was on Feb 14th. I went in for my ... A: Well, here's where I'm a little confused... if the fetus did stop developing at 6 weeks, did they ...
Period like bleeding & cramping	4/30/2008
Q: my LMP was 3/24/08. On 4/6/08, I had an IUI and on 4/20/08, I tested positive for pregnancy. As of ... A: The range of normal for hCG levels in pregnancy is pretty broad, but at 5 weeks the hCG levels ...
Yasmin	4/29/2008
Q: I have recently begun taking Yasmin, after years of not being on a Pill. How soon after starting am ... A: As a general rule, you must be on any BCP consistently for at least one full week before considering ...
worried about my young mother w/ scary symptoms	4/29/2008
Q: I am very worried about my 37 year-old mother. She has been experiencing early and late pregnancy ... A: It is quite possible that your mother's irregular periods and hormonal symptoms are related to ...
Pregnancy	4/29/2008
Q: My daughter just recently found out she was pregnant. The doctor told her today the sonogram showed ... A: I believe what they are referring to is a subchorionic hematoma. A subchorionic hematoma is simply a ...
Still a bit confused	4/28/2008
Q: I am still a but confused though. I did some research online, and with a 32 day cycle, the results ... A: Women are expected to ovulate approximately 14 days prior to the beginning of the onset of the next ...
Shortened cervix & funneling, previous pPROM & delivery	4/28/2008
Q: I hope you can help me. I am pregnant with baby #3. Some background: My first pregnancy was ... A: I think the only new thing here that I didn't already address is the voluntary bedrest. If you want ...
Shortened cervix & funneling, previous pPROM & delivery	4/28/2008
Q: I hope you can help me. I am pregnant with baby #3. Some background: My first pregnancy was ... A: It is possible that your doctor does not want to do anymore TVUs as a part of the pelvic rest ...
toxoplasmosis and pregnancy?	4/27/2008
Q: Last June when i was 5 weeks pregnant i tested for toxoplasmosis: IgG: 16.2 IU/ml (Normal: 0-3 ... A: Toxoplasmosis is caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. The parasite is in the intestine of ...
pregnant?	4/27/2008
Q: I had my period on the 8th of this month and it usually lasts up to 6 days on average however, and ... A: Typically when women have some spotting in the middle of the cycle, it is related to ovulation ...
periods after giving birth	4/27/2008
Q: I gave birth at the end of January and didn't get my first period until the middle of March, which ... A: Your first period after childbirth is dependent upon whether you are breastfeeding or not. Women who ...
Pregnant with breast pains	4/27/2008
Q: I am pregnant about 6 weeks now and though I am very excited, my breasts are very sore and cause a ... A: Unfortunately, there is likely not a whole lot you can do to ease the discomfort for awhile. The ...
Can semen in toilet water cause pregnancy?	4/26/2008
Q: I am in an embarrassing situation here. On monday, after I came from work, I rest about an hour. ... A: The chance of a pregnancy occurring from a situation as you've described is so very, very, very low. ...
Shortened cervix & funneling, previous pPROM & delivery	4/26/2008
Q: I hope you can help me. I am pregnant with baby #3. Some background: My first pregnancy was ... A: I'll try to take your questions one at a time so I don't miss one... 1. The treatment of pelvic rest ...
Pain in side after birth	4/25/2008
Q: I had a baby eight days ago. Yesterday I had pain in my right side below my rib cage. The pain has ... A: Because you have a history of the previous cyst, you really need to let your doctor know and have ...
peri menopause and pregnant	4/25/2008
Q: I'm 38 and 9 weeks pregnant. I'm very concerned about hormone levels and risk of miscarriage. I was ... A: Well, if you are unable to change doctors, you will have to make the best of the situation. I would ...
Question	4/24/2008
Q: I was on Clomid from April-June 2007. I did not conceive. Before the Clomid,I had irregular cycles ... A: The five day difference absolutely would equate to a longer (32 day) cycle length, and thus a later ...
pregnant week 13	4/24/2008
Q: yesterday i went to the doctor and he took a sample from my discharge because he said that I m ... A: You really need to use your own judgement as to whether to seek emergency medical care and, as I'm ...
psos and how to fall pregnant with this condtion	4/23/2008
Q: I'm a 26yr old who has three children already I've been trying for an other child with a new partner ... A: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem that can affect a woman's menstrual cycle, ...
Semen Leakage, cause of infertilty?	4/23/2008
Q: Right after sex, a lot of liquid leaks out of me. We are trying to conceive and even elevating my ... A: The abundant, stringy, cervical mucus - like an egg whites consistency - is indicative of impending ...
Prolapse fibroid in pregnancy	4/23/2008
Q: I am 36 years old, pregnant with my 5th child. I was just diagnosed with having a prolapsed fibroid. ... A: What I've heard from you sounds pretty appropriate thus far. Reproductive hormones like estrogen and ...
I need to know if this is possibul?	4/23/2008
Q: I'm stuck in the most uncomfortabul situation ever! well let me start off by saying I was on depo ... A: OK, you said you started dating this man on 1/1 and had since had two periods, correct? One was ...
pregnancy??	4/22/2008
Q: my last period was 16thmarch,im not regular with mt cycles i was due around the 15th april.todays ... A: Home pregnancy are often inaccurate until pregnancies get to the point where the placenta is ...
tubel questions	4/22/2008
Q: i was wondering is ovulating after a tubel normal. i had mine done almost two years ago and i am now ... A: Unless you have your ovaries removed (which you don't with a tubal ligation), you do still ovulate. ...
Can I be pregnant	4/21/2008
Q: I had sex at the end of my period - one day after it finished (7 days after it began) and my partner ... A: With a 30 day cycle length, you will usually ovulate on/about cycle day 16, so your fertile window ...
miscarriage at 10 weeks, fetus is 6 weeks	4/21/2008
Q: I got positive pg tests and was going along okay at 10 weeks then I had some bleeding yesterday AM, ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off from heavy bleeding with ...
test	4/21/2008
Q: CAn you advise me when is the best day to test for possible pregnancy? Thank you. :) A: Although some tests claim accuracy on the first day of a missed period, I usually suggest that women ...
MTHFR Disorder...	4/20/2008
Q: I am 21 and have had 2 miscarriages...#1 was lost at 10 weeks and #2 recently at 5 weeks...On both ... A: MTHFR can have a direct correlation to pregnancy loss. One of the effects of increased homocysteine ...
Antigen E	4/19/2008
Q: My Daughter-in-law is 34 weeks pregnant. She told me yesterday that they were taking the baby..I ... A: The e-antigen is a really complex and difficult thing to understand - and also to try to explain, so ...
Period after birth	4/19/2008
Q: I'm concerned about my menstrual cycle after I had my daughter. I gave birth in July and didn't ... A: It sounds like you have been experiencing cycle irregularity since the delivery. Often this is ...
implanon and pregnancy risk	4/19/2008
Q: I have had an implanon implant for roughly 6 months. But over the last 3 months my partner and i ... A: Implanon, nor any other hormonal birth control method, will affect the results of a pregnancy test. ...
fibroids	4/19/2008
Q: I am almost 29 weeks. I have a fibroid in my uterus below the baby, it was measured at almost 12 cm ... A: The average fetal weight at 27 weeks would be approximately 1.93 pounds. So, yes, the 2 lbs. 6 oz. ...
thin uterus	4/19/2008
Q: I have had 3 c sections and on the last one doctor said my uterus was thin and he sliced my bladder. ... A: The very best resource for this is the previous doctor who saw your uterus up close and personal. I ...
HCG level didn't double after 48 hours but heart beat was seen at ultrasound	4/18/2008
Q: I am really comfused. AT 7 weeks I was told by my OB/GYN that my blood test results didn't show a ... A: Early ultrasound dating is almost always more reliable than LMP calculations. It may simply be that ...
Pink discharge	4/18/2008
Q: I guess all history is going to help, so i fell pregnant found out in December last year, i went for ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
1st late period 7 years after tubal	4/18/2008
Q: I am 28 years old and since my tubal 7 years ago my periods have been irregular. My period is later ... A: Occasionally a woman can still get pregnant, despite having had her tubes tied properly. The tubes ...
trying to conceive	4/18/2008
Q: I actually have a couple of questions. I am 35yrs old trying to conceive my second child. My first ... A: First, riding on the back of a motorcycle is actually fine - especially if it is a larger, cruising ...
HCG level didn't double after 48 hours but heart beat was seen at ultrasound	4/17/2008
Q: I am really comfused. AT 7 weeks I was told by my OB/GYN that my blood test results didn't show a ... A: In the 1st trimester of a healthy pregnancy, we expect hCG levels to double every 48-72 hours. It is ...
miscarriage at 10 weeks, fetus is 6 weeks	4/17/2008
Q: I got positive pg tests and was going along okay at 10 weeks then I had some bleeding yesterday AM, ... A: At 10 weeks gestation, there definitely should have been visible heart activity. Although not ...
just to know if i'm pregnant	4/16/2008
Q: my period began marhc 26 and ended on march 31 (28 days cycle). We had sex on april 5, we are using ... A: If the condom slipped off during or after ejaculation, the sex was essentially unprotected. Anytime ...
unable to conceive	4/16/2008
Q: I have aready asked you few questions about my chemical pregnancy in june 2007.Three months after ... A: I am again suggesting that you try an Ovulation Predictor Kit. The mid-cycle bleeding, called ...
fetal heart reae at 11 weeks	4/16/2008
Q: i passed a blood clot today that was about 3" x 2" x 2" with some bleeding and no cramping. i just ... A: Many times, when bleeding/clots are passed during pregnancy, a subchorionic hematoma may be the ...
mid cycle spotting and sex	4/16/2008
Q: Normally it lasts a day to 3 days at most and its that light brown color. My last period started the ... A: OK, your previous question seemed to indicate that you were worried about pregnancy simply because ...
Periods and New Birth Control	4/15/2008
Q: I have been married for 5 years now and in Feb. and March I started having pain in my left arm and ... A: Stopping any hormonal birth control in the middle of the cycle has the potential of causing a ...
mid cycle spotting and sex	4/15/2008
Q: Normally it lasts a day to 3 days at most and its that light brown color. My last period started the ... A: This condition is called metrorrhagia - uterine bleeding at irregular intervals, particularly ...
early pregnancy issues	4/15/2008
Q: I have been having severe pelvic pain and my doctor sent me for an ultrasound. I have a history of ... A: OK, first, it is too early for heart activity to be seen via ultrasound if you are just 3-4 weeks ...
Daughter's pregnancy	4/14/2008
Q: Ultrasound @ 34 weeks suggests baby has large tummy so big for dates. My daughter has to have ... A: Biometry is used to determine fetal age. By late in the 3rd trimester, measurements are accurate to ...
clueless	4/14/2008
Q: I'm really paranoid right now because I don't know if my girl friend is pregnant. Due to my ... A: Although you are susceptible to conceive a pregnancy ANY time you have unprotected sex, the day ...
ovulation	4/13/2008
Q: I'm 33 weeks pregnant and curious about the time I concieved! My periods were pretty normal around ... A: As a general rule, women will ovulate approximately 14 days before the onset of the next period. But ...
Shocked	4/13/2008
Q: I had a Mirena I.U.D put into place in March of 2007. I took a pregnancy test this evening and it ... A: When pregnancy occurs with an IUD in place, the IUD is typically removed. This procedure can ...
unable to conceive	4/13/2008
Q: I have aready asked you few questions about my chemical pregnancy in june 2007.Three months after ... A: If you are having regular periods, that would indicate that you are more than likely ovulating every ...
Trying to understand	4/12/2008
Q: Me and my boyfriend had sex 3 days before my period was suppose to come on.We had unprotected sex ... A: Three days before your period is due is typically not a real fertile time of your cycle, but if you ...
Heavy Bleeding	4/11/2008
Q: I have been having changes in my cycle since 2003, I am now 47 years old and am contributing these ... A: Well, the bleeding to death part, you really need not worry about. The normal amount of blood lost ...
low AFI level	4/11/2008
Q: my wife is 23 weeks pregnant today.her afi is just 2.6.please tell how much serious it is. doctors ... A: A very low AFI, such as your wife's, indicates a condition called oligohydramnios. Oligohydramnios ...
Mirena after removal symptoms	4/11/2008
Q: I had my Mirena coil fitted on august 2007, everything went well until the 4 months. I have ... A: No - the Mirena would not affect the pregnancy test result. It sounds to me like it is possible ...
vaginal pain	4/11/2008
Q: im 32 week preg and my vaginal lips hurt what could it be A: More than likely it is simply the increased circulation to that area in preparation for labor and ...
development details of days 177 through 230	4/10/2008
Q: I have been looking for what happens to the developing infant during this stage but since I get very ... A: Gestational days 177 through 230 would generally be considered to be weeks 25-33. If you search out ...
pregnancy	4/10/2008
Q: i have an IUD but anyhow i am pregnant now. Now remove that IUD, but my pregnancy is in the right ... A: If the pregnancy is located in the ovary - or anywhere outside the uterus, it is an ectopic ...
missed period by a little over a week	4/10/2008
Q: my boyfriend and i were concerned that i may be pregnant even though he pulled out and even though ... A: If your LMP was 3/2 and you have regular 28 day cycles, you likely would have ovulated on/around ...
miscarriage	4/10/2008
Q: Ok. I am Very confused. I found out i was i was pregnant on March 17. A week later i had a terrible ... A: With a LMP of 2/16 (making you more than 7 weeks along) and hCG levels below 1000 mIU/ml, it sounds ...
trying to conceive??	4/10/2008
Q: I have been trying to conceive for a while now, I recently had surgery in November 2007 due to a ... A: Yes, you can still conceive with one open and functioning Fallopian tube. Unfortunately, there is no ...
Large Uterus/Laparoscopy	4/9/2008
Q: Ok, so I kinda have two questions: 1) I had a laparoscopy 7 days ago and am still really sore and ... A: Well, the phone antenna poking into the area where an incision is attempting to heal can't help. ...
Pink discharge	4/9/2008
Q: I guess all history is going to help, so i fell pregnant found out in December last year, i went for ... A: The symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can also be related to hormone fluctuations ...
vbac round 2?	4/9/2008
Q: I am currently pregnant with my fourth child, and I have had two previous c sections. I have been ... A: VBACs are typically assessed on a case-by-case basis by the attending OB and usually the evaluation ...
Early Pregnancy	4/9/2008
Q: 2 1/2 weeks ago I had 3 HPT light positive tests. Three days later I started to get my period and ... A: It may have been that you were just barely pregnant when you were in the clinic last month. An hCG ...
molar pregancy	4/8/2008
Q: Is it cancer, can you get pregnant and have a normal pregnancy, what are the chances of ... A: A molar pregnancy or hydatidiform mole is the result of a genetic error during the fertilization ...
Uh, so, what are my odds?	4/8/2008
Q: I had unprotected sex with an older man (He's 37, I'm 19) on the last day of my period (the 5th day ... A: Cycle day 5 would not be considered a fertile day of your cycle. If you have regular 28 day cycles, ...
2 Periods in 1 Month	4/8/2008
Q: My last legitimate period started February 27. I've been on a pretty regular cycle for awhile now ... A: I usually suggest that women wait until the week after a missed or spotty period before testing for ...
chemical pregnancy	4/7/2008
Q: "Hi Brenda, I am Sunitha.M , from USA. I took the pregnancy test at home on 10 th of july 2007, and ... A: I believe I answered most of this same question from you yesterday, but you have added a bit, so I ...
abdominal pain	4/7/2008
Q: im 23 and about 2 months pregnant. I have had upper abdominal muscle pains this whole time. It ... A: During pregnancy, discomforts involving the abdomen, hips, back, pelvis, legs,... in fact, ...
chemical pregnancy	4/6/2008
Q: Sir, i am samrin, from USA. I took the pregnancy test at home on 12 th march 2008, and found ... A: No. A chemical pregnancy is the term given to a pregnancy that ends very early in the 1st trimester. ...
amenhorrea, plan b, possible pregnancy?	4/6/2008
Q: I'm concerned about several symptoms I've been experiencing as well as the possibility of pregnancy. ... A: Are you having any increase in your UC symptoms? We do know that stress can cause flare-ups of the ...
low HCG	4/5/2008
Q: My husband and I got pregnant for the 1st time a few weeks back. We are thrilled! According to my ... A: The average hCG level at 6 weeks of pregnancy is 1,080 - 56,500 mIU/ml. So, your level of 600 mIU/ml ...
is my grandchild ok?	4/5/2008
Q: My daughter is 7 weeks along. She had a vaginal ultra sound done. The mid-wife could not hear a ... A: An irregularly shaped gestational sac on ultrasound can indicate a few things. It may be that there ...
What if I was sensitized?	4/5/2008
Q: Brenda, On new years day, 2008, I had a miscarriage. I was only about 4 weeks along. I am RH ... A: Rh incompatibility occurs only if you are Rh negative and your baby is Rh positive. In most cases, ...
Lost Tampon Aftermath	4/4/2008
Q: Ok, I have two questions for you. First, there are times in the month when I ovulate so intensely ... A: I will assume that your "discomfort" is the abundant cervical mucus that is produced during ...
Ovulation	4/4/2008
Q: On May 2, 2007 I gave birth to my son. i conceived my daughter 6 weeks later. From the time I gave ... A: The bleeding after delivery is called lochia. Postpartum bleeding starts out bright red (lochia ...
post partum menstrual cycle	4/4/2008
Q: Its been 4 weeks since I've given birth to my daughter. How soon can I expect to ovulate? I'm ... A: If you attempted breastfeeding for two weeks only, it would not play a part in the menstrual cycle ...
PUPPS	4/3/2008
Q: I was wondering if this sounds like PUPPS to you...First of all, I'll give you some backround info. ... A: Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy (PUPPP) normally occurs in first pregnancies ...
hormonal imbalnce	4/3/2008
Q: Can hormonal imbalance affect the results of a pregnancy test? A: No. The levels of hormones which affect our menstrual cycles - mainly estrogen and progesterone - ...
pregnant with copper iud	4/3/2008
Q: I have hadx the copper iud for about 2.5 years. I had unprotected sex in early Feb, but had a ... A: The symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can also be related to hormone fluctuations ...
Please Read	4/3/2008
Q: I have read through the questions and have not found one EXACTLY like this. I am 21 years old and ... A: Since you are having lower abdominal discomfort combined with the irregular cycles, I would suspect ...
cramping but negative pregnancy test	4/3/2008
Q: I am 25 and have been having menstrual cramps for a couple of days now, but no period. Two weeks ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
birth control	4/2/2008
Q: i have been using birth control for a while now but i still get pregnant.what can be the reason ... A: Birth control pills, in general, are quite effective. The statistics are that 8% of women will ...
tubal and pregnancy	4/2/2008
Q: Ok i had my tubal in january but I have felt pregnant all this time, and I am really wonderign if it ... A: If a woman is still in her childbearing years, many doctors will do a pregnancy test before ...
question	4/2/2008
Q: I WAS WONDERING IF ANYONE COULD GIVE ME SOME TIPS. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET PREGNANT FOR ABOUT 5 ... A: Irregular periods tend to indicate a lack of ovulations. Without ovulation, conception is - to say ...
scant menstrual cycles and ovulation	4/1/2008
Q: I am a 36 nearly 37 y.o. female gravida 3, para 1, miscarriage 1, abortion 1. My husband and I ... A: If ovulation does not occur in a woman, no egg is released from the ovary, and hence technically ...
How far along?	4/1/2008
Q: Ok, so I have been trying to get pregnant since coming off of birth control in oct 07. Had a period ... A: Typically women are at least three weeks along when they get a positive on a home pregnancy test. If ...
Preterm Labor	4/1/2008
Q: I am looking for any answers I can get. My doctors do not know why I am doing what I am. I am 31 ... A: If the medications (which I assume they tried) did not work to stop your contractions, the only ...
clomid during early pregnancy	3/31/2008
Q: i would like to thank you for your answer;i have a follow up question though, so you mean i dont ... A: Essentially the theory means that... if you take or are exposed to something that will cause a ...
Conception Date	3/31/2008
Q: I got my period August 21, 2007. My period is irregular it come anytime between 30-40 days. mostly ... A: If your 6/9 due date has been determined/confirmed via ultrasound, which I'll assume it has since ...
im pregnant i 90% certain i no who the father is i just need a professional oppinion please.	3/30/2008
Q: thing is i foolishly slept with some one else and need a second opinion as to which 1 is the father ... A: With the LMP date of 1/26 and a history of 28 day cycles, I calculate that you most likely did ...
discharge from breasts	3/30/2008
Q: i'm 18 and suffering from depression i don't know if this has anything to do with that but my ... A: Normally, if the ducts are stripped toward the nipple, a drop or two of clear, milky, or ...
bchg level	3/29/2008
Q: I found out that i was pregnant on Sunday (Easter) and my bchg level was at 540 and now there are ... A: Usually with twin pregnancies, the hCG level is higher than normal to begin with. Also, an ectopic ...
Could I Be Pregnant 2 months after my c section?	3/29/2008
Q: I just had my second daughter by csection in JANUARY 2008. This was my second c section. I breast ... A: If you were not breastfeeding exclusively and were not using any other form of birth control, it is ...
monthly cycle	3/29/2008
Q: my cycle has never been regular but for the last couple of months i had been noticing a pattern. i ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
Question regarding ultrasound/IUGR	3/28/2008
Q: I am 30 weeks pregnant. For the past several weeks, I have been measuring small (by fundal ... A: The information you have shared also seems conflicting to me. Smaller than expected fetal growth ...
tilted cervix	3/28/2008
Q: I am 37weeks and 5 days pregnant and the doctor told me I am 3cm dilated and 60 to 70% effaced and ... A: There are two main tilted uterus positions: anteverted (tilting forward toward the bladder) and ...
worried about dates	3/27/2008
Q: My last period was on Jan 29th. according to that i shoudl now be 8 weeks pregnanct. i had my first ... A: This can mean two possible things: First that your dates are off and that you are not as far along ...
mammogram during pregnancy	3/27/2008
Q: I'm 35 years old with no children. I had a negative pregnancy test on 3/11/08, a positive ovulation ... A: There is a fairly common theory amongst health care providers called the "all-or-nothing ...
my daughters 2 pregnancies	3/26/2008
Q: 2005 my daughter gave birth to a little boy(brae)870grams stillborn. at 18w her waters broke,she ... A: Although there is no way to know for sure, it does sound like this new OB doctor is making himself ...
When did i get pregnant?	3/26/2008
Q: The first day of my last period was November 14th of 2007, I had sex with one person on the 18th and ... A: I will assume that your dates have been confirmed with an ultrasound in the 1st trimester. If ...
U/S Question	3/25/2008
Q: My LMP was 2/4/08, but I ovulated on either CD15 or CD16. I have been having some spotting off an on ... A: The gestational sac can typically be visualized as early as 4.5 weeks of gestation and the yolk sac ...
want to get pregnant	3/25/2008
Q: We have thinking about getting pregnant. I am testing for ovulation these days. What is the best ... A: I usually suggest that couples who are actively trying to conceive try having sex every other day ...
Will I deliver before my due date?	3/25/2008
Q: This is my 6th pregnancy, I had the last 3 early, 2 induced and the last one came on his own 8 days ... A: As a general rule, each pregnancy tends to LABOR less time with each subsequent time. As far as when ...
Thyroid disease and HCG levels	3/25/2008
Q: I was wondering if you knew anything about Thyroid Disease and HCG levels. Can thyroid disease cause ... A: hCG has mild thyroid stimulating effects and, as a result, can cause some symptoms of ...
implanon	3/24/2008
Q: Does the implanon procedure an abortive method? I am supposed to have the procedure done next week, ... A: There would not necessarily be any more chance of that happening than with any other contraceptive ...
pregnancy after cold-knife conization	3/24/2008
Q: Four years ago i had a lot of cervical dysplasia, the doctor did the cold-knife conization procedure ... A: The main risk with cervical conization and subsequent pregnancies is preterm labor/delivery. In a ...
metformiin, provera and clomid during early pregnancy	3/21/2008
Q: last jan. 18, 2008 i have been diagnosed with PCOS {polycystic ovarian syndrome } my ob said that ... A: If the ultrasound on 3/3 determined you were at 5 weeks gestation, that would calculate back to ...
implanon	3/21/2008
Q: Does the implanon procedure an abortive method? I am supposed to have the procedure done next week, ... A: Implanon is not an abortion method - it is a contraceptive method (it is meant to prevent ...
Missed period	3/20/2008
Q: I am a mother of 3, my husband and I have been trying to concive sence December with my IUD was ... A: If your IUD was a hormonal IUD (like Mirena), periods and ovulation can be a bit irregular for the ...
suddenly irregular cycles	3/20/2008
Q: I am 14, and I've had my period for over 2 years. It has always been pretty regular. Last month it ... A: I would suspect that your early period and now the delayed period is likely due to a bit of a ...
Mature Placenta	3/20/2008
Q: I am 30 weeks pregnant and went in for a 3-D sono today. The sonographer said my placenta looked "a ... A: Placental calcification is essentially calcium deposits on the placenta and this indicates "aging" ...
Birth Control	3/19/2008
Q: I have many pregnancy symptoms. Nausea, hard time sleeping, weight gain, tender breasts, headaches, ... A: No, hormonal birth control methods will not cause a false negative result on a pregnancy test. ...
pregnancy	3/19/2008
Q: Hai , Brenda I am 25,and married. am from Maldives. me and my husbund have been trying to conceive ... A: The symptoms you describe sound to me like a possible urinary tract infection - especially the ...
period late	3/19/2008
Q: I am usually very regular on a 28day cycle but my last period came 4-5 days early on 2/18. I had ... A: If your LMP was 2/18 and you have regular 28 days cycles, we would anticipate that you would have ...
pregnancy question	3/18/2008
Q: Are women allowed to perm or relax their hair during pregnancy? Thanks A: As far as being a safety issue, there seems to be little risk of damage to mother or baby from ...
I know when i conceived...is this how to calcuate how far along we are?	3/18/2008
Q: i had my period on the 8th of feb. and conceived on the 28th of feb. i am absolutely sure this is ... A: Pregnancy calculations are always based on the LMP - even when you go for ultrasound and they ...
freaking out	3/17/2008
Q: I'm 20 yrs old and was diagnosed with pcos 2 years ago, was never told i couldn't have kids or that ... A: If your LMP was 3/6 and you have regular 28 day cycles, we would anticipate that you would likely ...
7 Months Pregnant with sharp pains!	3/17/2008
Q: Every so often i will get like these sharp pains down in my vagina area like pins sticking me all ... A: Well - there are a few options, as there are many common discomforts of pregnancy, especially ...
chances of pregnancy	3/17/2008
Q: My last period was on the 28 february and my cycle is on average 28 days. I had sex on 9 march, and ... A: If your LMP started on 2/28 and you have regular 28 day cycles, we would anticipate that you would ...
high AFP level question	3/17/2008
Q: My concern is this: I am 25 years old with my first pregnancy. I weigh 125 lbs and I am 20 weeks ... A: An AFP is a "screening" test. It aims to identify babies that may be at increased risk (have a ...
can i get pregnent	3/16/2008
Q: can u get pregnent after haveing your tubes cut tied and burnt after 3 years A: Occasionally a woman can still get pregnant, even though she had her tubes tied properly. The tubes ...
Menstruation	3/16/2008
Q: My girlfriend has brown blood/discharge that comes both before and after her normal period. ... A: This sounds like a bit of a hormonal imbalance. Is she on the birth control pill? Many times the BCP ...
weight loss during pregnancy	3/16/2008
Q: I was supposedly 18 1/2 wks pregnant, went to the ultrasound. Tech said I too small,only 16 wks, but ... A: There has been research to suggest that if a mother is not gaining adequate weight during pregnancy, ...
Tearing pains and cramping	3/16/2008
Q: I am five months pregnant with my 3rd child. I have had a lot of lower back pain the past few days ... A: If you are having consistent abdominal cramping that is not dissipating or going away at all with ...
hcg levels and bleeding	3/16/2008
Q: I have known that I am pregnant for about 4 days now. I took a positive home test on the 12th of ... A: In the 1st trimester of a healthy pregnancy, we expect the hCG level to double every 48-72 hours. So ...
conception	3/15/2008
Q: Here is my situation: I am currently 16 weeks pregnant and wanted to know if you can help me ... A: According to my calculations using your LMP date, your estimated conception date would be ...
will it be soon!?	3/15/2008
Q: i am almost 37 weeks pregnant i went to the doctor today and i am 1 cm dilated and 50% effaced my ... A: You make me smile. :-) I know you don't mean to - but you do. I really, really wish I could give ...
Am I pregnant	3/14/2008
Q: I am 10-15 days late with my cycle. I have been having a watery, stretchy discharge for about 2 ... A: Unfortunately, I cannot tell you for certain if you are pregnant or not. If you have had unprotected ...
misscarrige	3/14/2008
Q: I’m facing a miscarriage right now. And I’m waiting for the natural miscarriage without doing the ... A: Usually if the hCG level begins to fall, we do become concerned about a threatened miscarriage. In a ...
i'm worried about my girlfriend being pregnant	3/14/2008
Q: the other day we were fooling around and she ended up giving me a BJ. after i came, she spat and ... A: I'm thinking you are over-thinking. :-) Not that this scenario would be absolutely impossible - ...
pregnancy	3/14/2008
Q: "ok hello i got my period the 31st of january which led into february it was over the 3rd of ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
hematoma	3/13/2008
Q: i am still in the first trimester of my first pregnancy.my hematoma has grown within the last 2 ... A: I'll try and help you with some facts about subchorionic hematomas in general... The incidence of ...
Merina IUD	3/13/2008
Q: I just had my IUD removed by laproskopy yesterday. I read that if an IUD perforates the uterus its ... A: The most common time for a perforation to take place would be at insertion. I cannot give you ...
no breast milk	3/13/2008
Q: When I was pregnant (first pregnancy), I got these little scabs on the tips of my nipples. They ... A: If you were not breastfeeding, more than likely your OB doctor gave you a medication, probably ...
Spotting and backache	3/12/2008
Q: I am 27 years old, I have regular periods 26 days.I am due to start today but so far nothing. About ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
mortality rate of chickenpox baby	3/12/2008
Q: I gave birth to my daughter prematurely,she was 29 weeks along, I had chicken pox, was not over them ... A: Chicken pox acquired during pregnancy does cause an increased risk of complications to the mother ...
laxatives while pregnant	3/11/2008
Q: What are the effects and risks of taking exlax while pregnant I am 33 weeks and severely ... A: Ex-Lax (sennosides) is a stimulant laxative (there are different types) and that is the issue. ...
UTI	3/11/2008
Q: I am about 12 weeks pregnant, and have been diagnosed with a UTI. I was given macrobid, but I am ... A: Macrobid (nitrofurantoin) is a FDA Pregnancy Risk Category B medication. The FDA has a ...
My due date??!	3/11/2008
Q: I found out that I was pregnant last Monday 3/3/08. Thinking back my LMP on the 5/2/08 only lasted 2 ... A: OK, I am assuming that you are transposing the month and day in your dates - meaning instead of ...
Conception	3/10/2008
Q: I want to get pregnant but was Triphasil just for Feb. I started my period on the 17 Feb but started ... A: Because you missed pills in the middle of the cycle, you may or may not have ovulated, Typically the ...
c-section vs. vbac	3/10/2008
Q: I have a question regarding c sections. I had a c section with my son, almost 8 years ago because I ... A: The risk of a blood clot is approximately 3 to 5 times higher after a C-section than with a vaginal ...
Breastfeeding hormonal imbalance	3/10/2008
Q: I am a 33 yr. old female and I have a 4 mo. old son that I have been breastfeeding exclusively. I ... A: Women who are not breastfeeding will usually start menstruating 6-8 weeks postpartum. If you are ...
False Labor	3/10/2008
Q: I woke up with contractions that were 5 minutes apart and this lasted an hour before i finally went ... A: Yes, I would suspect that the brown "slimy" discharge is likely your mucus plug. As the cervix ...
Bleeding querry	3/9/2008
Q: I am jignasa, 28 years old and 14week pregnant lady. i had just two spot of bleeding in the begining ... A: I am unfamiliar with the medications you cite, but I have done some research. I am completely ...
carvical prolapse right after labor	3/9/2008
Q: About an hour after my last child was born, my cervix came out and the midwife just pushed it back ... A: Cervical prolapse is something that can happen if those ligaments supporting the uterus and vaginal ...
Birth control/ Uterine anomalies	3/9/2008
Q: I am 18 and have a 13month old son who was delivered via scheduled c-section. I was diagnosed with ... A: If you feel the sites are reputable, then I would suggest printing out the information and taking it ...
3rd Degree Burns	3/9/2008
Q: I am 22 years old. When I was really young, about 3 yrs, my house caught fire and I was exposed to ... A: I would suspect that this is related to the lack of elasticity in the tissue that was burned. You ...
Induction	3/9/2008
Q: I am 41 weeks pregnant with my first pregnancy. My induction is scheduled for this Monday and I was ... A: Castor oil can provide good results if you are already having some labor contractions. It is thought ...
Question?	3/8/2008
Q: I just recently had and emergency c-section at 28.3 weeks. My uterus was still very thick they had ... A: I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. All I can do is to give you the statistics that I presented ...
Missed Period due to Marijuana?	3/8/2008
Q: I have been smoking Marijuana on a daily basis now, and my period is ALWAYS on time. Last time I ... A: Drug use, in general, can cause menstrual cycle irregularities. They have found that chronic ...
Ovulation and Clomid	3/7/2008
Q: My doctor just prescribed Clomid, however, I haven't ovulated in many months. Is it necessary to ... A: Clomid essentially works to: - induce ovulation - correct irregular ovulation - help increase egg ...
sexuality questions	3/7/2008
Q: its nice to meet you. I have a rather lengthy question. I'm not sure how much experience you have ... A: Nurses don't particularly enjoy criticizing doctors either, but I take more pleasure in helping ...
Vaginal Pain after sex during pregnancy	3/7/2008
Q: I'm 22 and having my second child. Right now i'm almost 32 weeks pregnant and after intercourse with ... A: Because there are many physical changes taking place in your pelvis with the stretching and pulling ...
conception timing vs. how far along	3/6/2008
Q: i had sex with a woman on Dec. 20th and again on Jan. 21st. she informed me she is pregnant. she ... A: If a trans-vaginal ultrasound on 3/4 put her at 8 weeks, 2 days, that calculates back to a LMP date ...
ttc after ectopic	3/6/2008
Q: Brenda, Hello! My husband and I are trying ttc after I had an ectopic pregnancy back in October. ... A: In clinical studies, about 30% of women taking Clomid became pregnant. I realize this may not seem ...
early pregnancy?	3/6/2008
Q: I was in a car accident a week ago, at the time i thought i was about 6 wks. pregnant. At the er ... A: OK, well with the numbers changed, the picture does change slightly. With an hCG of 9000, we would ...
exams during pregnancy	3/6/2008
Q: I live in the middle of nowhere Angola. I am 99.9% I am pregnant, which is great except there is ... A: Wow - you have a dilemma. Obviously you have researched what the normal schedule is for prenatal ...
early pregnancy?	3/6/2008
Q: I was in a car accident a week ago, at the time i thought i was about 6 wks. pregnant. At the er ... A: OK - you have a typo somewhere. I'm going to assume the typo is with the 9000 and that you actually ...
7 wks. post partum and still bleeding	3/5/2008
Q: Is it normsl to bleed through two pads a day 7 wks post partum natural delivery,with a previous ... A: Postpartum bleeding (lochia) typically begins within hours after giving birth, and will continue for ...
Could I be pregnant?	3/5/2008
Q: ...I had my period for January from 11-17 and the had sex on the 24th and the 25th....the exact day ... A: Well, obviously the risk is always higher that conception would occur if unprotected sex takes place ...
Question?	3/5/2008
Q: I just recently had and emergency c-section at 28.3 weeks. My uterus was still very thick they had ... A: With any previous C-section, there is some risk that the surgical scar from that C-section could ...
Miscarriages	3/3/2008
Q: I have a question. I am currently pregnant. I was with one guy ( my current bf) on CD 13-23. I was ... A: As a rule, ovulation takes place approximately 14 days prior to the beginning of the next period. If ...
Pregnancy/ovulation	3/3/2008
Q: I am 22 yo and have been TTC for one cycle. I used an OPK and on Feb 7th got a positive. I was ... A: Since your cycles have been irregular since coming off the BCP and you have had several negative ...
i need help	3/3/2008
Q: i want to have another baby. i have three boys all conceived in the month of april. i have stopped ... A: Oh, how I wish there was a magical way to get women to ovulate! It would solve the problems so many ...
Complications?	3/2/2008
Q: in feb, i got some brown spotting around 22nd which has now become light red bleeding with some skin ... A: Unfortunately, no - there is nothing you can do. However, vaginal bleeding can occur frequently in ...
Medicine and pregnancy	3/2/2008
Q: My question is this. I was put on Colestipal for my stomach problems but I'm wanting to try and ... A: Form what I can find, this medication is actually used for lowering cholesterol LDL levels and ...
pregnancy after removing the nuva ring	3/2/2008
Q: Two months ago, i forgot to put my nuva ring in on time, so i left it out all month. last month i ... A: If the NuvaRing has been out of the vagina for more than three continuous hours during the 1st or ...
10 wks Pregnant w/ IUD in uterus	3/2/2008
Q: I've recently found out that I am 10 wks pregnant with an IUD still in place. An ultra sound ... A: This is always a tricky situation. IUDs are typically about 99% effective as a form of birth ...
COULD I BE PREGNANT ?	3/1/2008
Q: I'M 22YRS OLD LAST MENSTRUAL PERIOD 1/17/08 TRY TO GET PREGNANT WENT TO MY GYN DR FOR PRE ... A: Unfortunately, the symptoms you describe (and pretty much all early pregnancy symptoms) are hormonal ...
please help me	3/1/2008
Q: i had an ultrasound done at 11 weeks and they found 2 sacs 1 empty and 1 baby growing fine,however ... A: If the placenta supplying nutrition to the remaining fetus is contained within the "empty" sac, I ...
ultrasound accuracy in determinig fetal age per trimester	3/1/2008
Q: I am pregnant with my 7th child. My last monthly period was 10/16/07, which would give me an ... A: Early ultrasounds are quite accurate in dating pregnancies. As time has passed and we have been able ...
please help me	2/29/2008
Q: i had an ultrasound done at 11 weeks and they found 2 sacs 1 empty and 1 baby growing fine,however ... A: With multiple pregnancies, once conceived you have a lot of possibilities on placentas, implantation ...
multi vitamin during frist	2/29/2008
Q: Brenda, My husband and I have been trying to become pregnant. Were both pretty healthy people. ... A: I can already tell you are going to be a frequent questioner once you are pregnant. :-) Happy to ...
fetal ultrasound	2/29/2008
Q: my lmp started nov. 27 or 28th 2007. that would make my due date sept 2 or 3, 2008. i had a sonogram ... A: Ultrasound dating is always from the LMP. Pregnancy dating itself is always from the LMP. It tends ...
what is happening?	2/28/2008
Q: i haven't had sex since June. 07. i had regular periods until October, when i barely got one. took ... A: I would suspect you are not pregnant with that amount of time between your last sexual encounter and ...
no period after IUD	2/28/2008
Q: At the beginning of February I had to have my IUD removed when I noticed it was coming out. At the ... A: Unfortunately, the symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can also be related to hormone ...
Please Help	2/28/2008
Q: I am not pregnant but for the past few weeks I have been feeling really terrible. First it started ... A: Your symptoms really do sound like those of a classic urinary tract infection. I would suggest that ...
Removal of Mirena Coil	2/27/2008
Q: I had my Mirena coil fitted after nearly 5 years with the hopes of getting pregnant, I bled after 1 ... A: PV bleeding simply refers to bleeding from the vagina or uterus, so it is rather non-specific. May ...
false pregnancy	2/26/2008
Q: my period was about a week late and i took two home pregnancy tests and both came back positive, so ... A: No - an ovarian cyst would not give a false positive on a pregnancy test. The hormone which is ...
Ultrasound accuracy	2/26/2008
Q: I have a question about the accuracy of ultrasounds. The reason I am asking is because there is a ... A: If your LMP was 7/7 and you have regular 32 days cycles, I calculate that your estimated conception ...
depo shot	2/26/2008
Q: how long i have to wait for my periot stop A: I'm not sure what you mean, so I'll give you some information on the Depo Provera shot. Irregular, ...
Preganacy safe drug for unexplained tachycardia.	2/26/2008
Q: I have been taking atenolol for about 3 years for tachycardia. My numerous doctors have not been ... A: There are some conflicting reports. Atenolol is classified as a FDA Pregnancy Risk Category D drug, ...
Am I pregnant	2/26/2008
Q: I am 22 yo and this is my first cycle ttc. I came off of Yaz the last week of January. I used the a ... A: Well, I hate to tell you, but those first tests were probably a waste of money. The 14th would have ...
contraction	2/24/2008
Q: My daughter is 4cm and is not contracting at all. Last week she was contracting 5 to 8 minutes. All ... A: Unfortunately, there is no way to know when contractions will resume. The contractions she was ...
Cold	2/24/2008
Q: I have been having a scratchy throat for a while, is it safe to be taking halls (with menthol) cough ... A: Menthol is a common ingredient of many throat lozenges and sprays. There are no human studies on the ...
SLE & PREGNANCY	2/24/2008
Q: I AM A SLE PATIENT SINCE SEPTEMBER 2008. I AM HAVING NOW PLAQUINIL 300 MG PER NIGHT BEFORE SLEEP. I ... A: The ability to become pregnant remains normal with lupus, but sometimes the problem is in staying ...
due dates	2/24/2008
Q: I am 22 and pregnant with my first child. I feel like I know a fair bit about pregnancy as we lost a ... A: Ultrasounds done in the first trimester are typically very accurate in dating pregnancies. There are ...
Weight and Belly Showing	2/23/2008
Q: My wife is just going to complete 5 months of her Ist pregnancy in 1 week of March. My questions is ... A: Every woman and every pregnancy is different. Each woman has a different body type and frame, so I ...
Placenta moving up.	2/23/2008
Q: Hi! Well as i've mentioned earlier i had a low lying placenta some time during my 4th month... I ... A: Again, you will need to get clearance for sexual activity from your OB doctor. Each doctor has ...
Conception date	2/23/2008
Q: Ok I'm going to try and keep this simple.... I'm driving myself crazy hopefully u can help. My ... A: Actually, almost all information you have given me is in agreement. Even the 9/20 ultrasound putting ...
Possible Miscarriage...	2/22/2008
Q: ..I am 21 years old and I have a healthy 5 month old daughter. Two weeks ago I took a home pregnancy ... A: It really will depend a lot on what that hCG level comes back at. If it comes back higher, ideally ...
Abormal periods	2/22/2008
Q: I am 20, and since 5 months im having very light periods, and it just lasts 2 days. I have developed ... A: I would suspect that your short periods are likely due to a bit of a hormonal imbalance - as most ...
enlarged uterus	2/22/2008
Q: it has been nine months since the birth of my son and i believe my uterus is still enlarged should i ... A: The uterus begins to return to its pre-pregnant size immediately after delivery. It changes from ...
Pain and Pregnancy with Hypopituitarism	2/22/2008
Q: I have severe chronic pain due to migraine headaches and fibromylgia and was diagnosed with ... A: Percocet is a combination of oxycodone and acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is perfectly ok during ...
Placenta moving up.	2/21/2008
Q: Hi! Well as i've mentioned earlier i had a low lying placenta some time during my 4th month... I ... A: If the edge of the placenta is within 2 centimeters of the cervix but not bordering it, it's called ...
cervical fluid	2/21/2008
Q: I had the egg white and stretchy lubricative discharge about a week ago. This is day 26, I am ... A: The stretchy, egg white consistency cervical mucus typically indicates ovulation. If you experienced ...
subchorionic hematoma	2/21/2008
Q: First time pregnant.I am on my 1st trimester of pregnancy.On my last check up i was told to have ... A: A subchorionic hematoma is simply a collection of blood either within the folds of the developing ...
Pregnancy after Laproscopy	2/20/2008
Q: I conceived after infertility treatment (IUI).I was 13 weeks Pregnant, when in the routine NT scan ... A: I cannot say what the doctor may or may not want to do if periods do not resume after 4 weeks time. ...
Concerned. New pill. Pregnant?	2/20/2008
Q: I changed over to yaz last month. Last month i started my period today around noon time. I have ... A: Sometimes the hormone dosage change in different pills can alter your cycles. YAZ contains a ...
late cycle	2/20/2008
Q: My first day of my last cycle was January 19. I do not take birth control. The first time i was ... A: Anytime you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle or two, you cannot dismiss the ...
Labor	2/20/2008
Q: I'm due March 20th and i will be 36 weeks on Thursday, my doctor told me last week i was 1cm dilated ... A: Premature delivery is one complication that there can be a higher risk of with gestational diabetes. ...
Confused	2/19/2008
Q: Today me and my fiancee had our first ultra sound. We were belived to be 8 weeks along now. The ... A: OK, well the information I need to share may be difficult, but if you write to me, I'll assume you ...
post partum bleeding	2/19/2008
Q: I had my second c-section 5 weeks ago. Initially my bleeding was 'normal 'although I considered it ... A: No - nothing you have described is anything I would panic about. I would suspect that the deeper ...
pregnancy dates	2/18/2008
Q: So im 23 weeks and 2 days pregnant. Throughout my pregnancy ive been worring that someone i didnt ... A: According to may calculations with your LMP date of 9/8/07, your estimated ovulation/conception date ...
Pregnancy after Laproscopy	2/18/2008
Q: I conceived after infertility treatment (IUI).I was 13 weeks Pregnant, when in the routine NT scan ... A: Sometimes women who undergo an oopherectomy (removal of the ovary) can experience a hormonal ...
Cycle	2/18/2008
Q: In December my period lasted for 8 days, in January 4 days and February 4 days. My cycle always ... A: I would suspect that your varying period lengths are likely due to a bit of a hormonal imbalance - ...
Pregnancy Symptoms	2/17/2008
Q: I am am 5 weeks pregnant and very excited! I am trying to not be concerned about every little ... A: First - congratulations! :-) Yeast infections are pretty common during pregnancy. Your body is ...
hi brenda	2/17/2008
Q: im a 20 year old female.. my periods are usually normal.. my past three periods have ben vey short. ... A: If you are getting a regular period, on time as expected every month, I would suspect that you are ...
Subchronic Hemorrage	2/17/2008
Q: I read just recently about a young lady who was 6 weeks into her pregnancy and diagnosed with ... A: In women whose ultrasound shows a subchorionic hematoma, the outcome of the fetus depends on the ...
PCOS and 4 positive HPT's. A baby? Or is it ovarian cancer?	2/16/2008
Q: I'm 28 and was diagnosed with PCOS about 18 months ago. The doctor recommended that I begin taking ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
sleep problem	2/15/2008
Q: "Hi, I am 29 weeks pregnant and since one week I am not getting a good sleep. I have a habit of ... A: You absolutely can sleep on your right side. Pregnant women can and should sleep in the position ...
am i miscarriaging	2/15/2008
Q: i am six weeks pregnant. i had heavy bleeding for two days with one tiny clot then went to spotting ... A: Unfortunately, your hCG results are not encouraging. In a healthy pregnancy, we expect hCG levels to ...
confused	2/15/2008
Q: i had my period last 1st january 2008 (first day of my period). my period usually lasts for 3-5 ... A: Yes you are correct. The encounter on the 7th (cycle day 7) would not typically have been considered ...
2 hpt + 2 blood work -	2/14/2008
Q: Hi im 28 and have been trying to get pregnant my last period was dec 31 and i have taken 2 hpt and ... A: If your LMP started on 12/31, that would put you at 6 weeks, 3 days along today. At 6 weeks, a ...
confused	2/14/2008
Q: i had my period last 1st january 2008 (first day of my period). my period usually lasts for 3-5 ... A: I will make the assumption that you took the Nordiol 21 as it should be taken for emergency ...
34 weeks with pain	2/14/2008
Q: I'm 34 weeks with my first baby. All day today i have been have a off and on sharp pain in my left ... A: Probably not. See if this sounds familiar... It sounds like you may be experiencing a bit of round ...
Depo Provera	2/13/2008
Q: I have been on depo for 2 years. The only time I missed a shot I was 2 weeks late getting the shot ... A: Yes - home pregnancy test results would not be affected by Depo Provera. The hormone that is tested ...
am i pregnant	2/13/2008
Q: i hope you could help me with my query. jan 4- came off the combined pill( after 21 days of taking ... A: If the only unprotected sexual encounter you had was the one that was 10 days prior to your ...
Need another opinion	2/13/2008
Q: I gave birth to a beautiful baby boy 11 weeks ago. The problem is I haven’t stopped bleeding since ... A: Postpartum bleeding typically begins within hours after giving birth, and will continue for about ...
weight	2/12/2008
Q: my height is 5 ft 2 inch and my weight is 86 kg.my age is 29.please tell me is that effect on my ... A: With a height of 5'2", your weight of 86kg (approx. 190 lbs) gives you an estimated BMI (Body Mass ...
over weight	2/12/2008
Q: i want to know about overweight women.can overweight get pregnant easily in age 30s?please tell me ... A: I believe I already sent you this information when you asked me essentially the same question a few ...
Possible misscarraige.	2/12/2008
Q: on Thursday i took a home pregnancy test it said it was positive i took a few more to make sure and ... A: Unfortunately, it does sound like you may have started to have a miscarriage with the symptoms of ...
Depo Provera	2/11/2008
Q: I have been on depo for 2 years. The only time I missed a shot I was 2 weeks late getting the shot ... A: I would suspect that you are not pregnant. Depo Provera does have quite an effect on the body. The ...
BROWN VAGINAL DISCHARGE	2/11/2008
Q: I'M 21 (D.O.B 02/24/1986) AND MY BOYFRIEND AND I JUST RECENTLY FOUND OUT THAT I'M PREGNANT (DUE DATE ... A: This brown discharge is most likely nothing to panic about. Vaginal bleeding can occur frequently in ...
Wisdom Tooth Extraction and general anesthesia	2/11/2008
Q: I'm 14 weeks pregnant and needing to undergo wisdom tooth extraction surgery. Last week I was all ... A: The effects of general anesthesia on a pregnant woman and her fetus vary depending on the drugs ...
Pre-natal vitamins	2/10/2008
Q: I just found out I am pregnant(4 weeks,2 days gestational). I am 43 and went through Donor egg IVF. ... A: Don't worry - you did not miss the boat. Many women do not get started on prenatal vitamins until ...
low progesterone or one time fluke?	2/10/2008
Q: I'm 35 and my dr just told me that I'm pregnant (2nd time). I had a m/c back in Sept 2007 when the ... A: If your LMP started on 1/13 and you have regular 28 (27/28) day cycles, I would calculate that you ...
could my pregnancy still be viable?	2/9/2008
Q: I had my first doctors appointment last wed. because I was having what felt like very light ... A: Well, although the bloodwork is not necessarily optimistic, I would not give up all hope just yet. ...
over waight	2/9/2008
Q: i just want to know about over waight women.can over waight women easily get pregnant?in under ... A: According to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, being overweight or obese may reduce a ...
Am i pregnant or just crazy	2/8/2008
Q: (It's ok if I am though) I had my last menses on 12/21/07. I had unprotected intercourse on 1/1/08. ... A: Although VERY rare, I do have women who report to me that they have had pregnancies that did not ...
9 weeks pregnant almost 10 weeks	2/8/2008
Q: I am 9 weeks almost 10 weeks pregnant. I had to go to the emergency room the other night due to ... A: It really does not make much sense. I would suspect that either there was a lab error with the ...
loosing pregnancy symptoms	2/8/2008
Q: 4 weeks ago I found out that I am pregnant. My breast were very sore maybe 3 weeks, and 2 days ago I ... A: The early symptoms of pregnancy are hormonal in nature and vary greatly from woman to woman and ...
Putting Nuvaring in late	2/8/2008
Q: I have a question about the Nuvaring. Ive been on the Nuvaring for about 6 months and i'm almost 19 ... A: In this situation, a new ring should be inserted as soon as possible and use an extra method of ...
conception	2/7/2008
Q: my period started on Jan 25th and on Feb 6th my husband and I did the stupid pull out method and he ... A: Well, successfully practiced or not, I can tell you that historically the "pulling out" method of ...
birth control and pregnancy.	2/7/2008
Q: ok.. so i am on yasmin the 28 pack.. i never take the sugar pills for the week that i am expected to ... A: I will make the assumption that you took the Plan B as it should be taken - One tablet of Plan B ...
Pregnancy after D & C	2/7/2008
Q: I had a D & C 3 weeks ago after being diagnosed with a blighted ovum. My HCG levels were around ... A: Most women can expect their levels to return to a non-pregnant range by 4-6 weeks after a pregnancy ...
birth control	2/6/2008
Q: I want to use IUD for birth controlling.but I don't have child and I am 25 years old .H want to have ... A: An Intrauterine Device (IUD) is a small object that is inserted through the cervix and placed in the ...
large clots	2/6/2008
Q: i want to ask question about my monthly periods.i had miscarriage about a year before after that my ... A: Blood clots can normally occur on the heavy days of bleeding and/or cramping. Your body usually ...
conieving after pregnancy	2/5/2008
Q: My son is 2 months old and my husband and I decided we want to have another baby so i can focus on ... A: Your chances of conceiving while breastfeeding exclusively are very low. Breastfeeding is often ...
Lump in pelvic area with some swelling	2/5/2008
Q: Earlier this week I went to the gym and everything was fine. The next day I went again and again ... A: A blister is a bubble of fluid under the skin. The clear, watery liquid inside a blister is called ...
Triple Marker Test	2/5/2008
Q: I am 28 yrs old, I am 20 weeks pregnant & this is my first pregnancy, I did my Anomally ultra sound ... A: The triple test is a maternal blood screening test that looks for three specific substances: AFP, ...
hoping to be pregnant	2/5/2008
Q: my wife and I have struggled to become pregnant for over a year. We have gone through the process of ... A: hCG levels can rise slowly in the first days. Typically, we do like to see those levels double every ...
Possible pregnancy and dental work	2/4/2008
Q: I'm in a situation where I have an impacted wisdom tooth which needs to be extracted asap. At the ... A: Generally, dental surgery - or any surgery - is preferably done in the 2nd trimester if it must be ...
Worried	2/4/2008
Q: I just found out I am pregnant today I'm 5 weeks and 5 days. A week and a half ago I half ago I had ... A: Different facilities use different concentrations/amounts of radiation for various tests. I cannot ...
cyst during pregnancy	2/4/2008
Q: I'm 6 months pregnant and i have a 10cm x 7 cm cyst on my left ovary and i'm really scared about my ... A: Ovarian cysts are fairly common during pregnancy (about 1 in 1,000 pregnant women). In fact, in the ...
High Risk Pregnancy	2/3/2008
Q: I am considered high risk for this, my second past first term pregnancy, because my daughter was ... A: To explain the cause of ABS, there are two main theories. The amniotic band theory is that ABS ...
Metronidazole and breastfeeding	2/3/2008
Q: I am 2 and 1/2 weeks in postpartum and breastfeeding my son. at 2 weeks my doctor diagnosed me with ... A: Metronidazole (Flagyl) is rated by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as a drug whose effect ...
Low Lying Placenta	2/2/2008
Q: I am in my 20th week now & was diagnosed with a low lying placenta in my 16th week. In my recent ... A: If the edge of the placenta is within 2 centimeters of the cervix but not bordering it, it's called ...
Dizziness	2/2/2008
Q: I'm 9wks pregnant with my first child and I'm on my second pregnancy. I'm suffering quite badly with ... A: The main cause of dizziness in pregnancy is due to the rising hormones that cause your blood vessels ...
possiblity of pregnancy?	2/2/2008
Q: I was messing around with my bf the other time and I gave him a handjob. and he was doing it himself ... A: If your partner had wet pre-ejaculate on his hands while he had that hand in, on, or around your ...
Some Questions	2/1/2008
Q: My son is almost 8 weeks old, and I am still having a few drops of blood each day, it that normal? I ... A: Postpartum bleeding is similar to the bleeding that occurs during a menstrual period, but is often ...
trying to conceive	2/1/2008
Q: i had miscarriage in desember 2006.i have been trying to conceive for year and nothing has ... A: Unfortunately there is no way for me to be able to tell you for sure what exactly is happening with ...
SAC	2/1/2008
Q: I had an ultrasound i was 8 weeks and it showed 2 sacs but 1 alive baby with a good heartbeat. What ... A: From the information you have shared, what this sounds like is a vanishing twin situation. Vanishing ...
metal fillings and pregnancy	1/31/2008
Q: What is your knowledge/opinion on having amalgam fillings put in while pregnant? I needed to have a ... A: Well, first - I am very glad you are keeping yourself so well-informed! Good for you! Obviously, ...
sonogram	1/31/2008
Q: I'm supposed to be 10 weeks along but a sonogram recently showed closer to 5 weeks. The technician ... A: I would suspect that one of two things are happening: Either you actually conceived the month after ...
Could I be pregnant and still get a negative test result?	1/31/2008
Q: I have been charting my period while trying to conceive. I have had regular 30 day periods for the ... A: I am wondering if your doctor did a quantitative blood pregnancy test when he did the diabetes ...
am I pregnant?	1/31/2008
Q: I am really concerned. I have endometriosis and have been on the pill nonstop (skipping sugar pills ... A: There are basically two ways of re-starting your BCPs - Sunday Start and First Day Start. With the ...
medication during pregnancy	1/30/2008
Q: I am 20 wks pregnant I am currently taking ambien 10mg, Tylenol pm and smoke 4-7 cigarettes a day. ... A: Actually, Ambien is a FDA Pregnancy Risk Category C drug. This means that there have been no ...
am I pregnant?	1/30/2008
Q: I am really concerned. I have endometriosis and have been on the pill nonstop (skipping sugar pills ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
possible miscarriage	1/30/2008
Q: Today is Tuesday, I just found out last Thursday by way of home pregnancy test that I am pregnant. I ... A: Unfortunately, I cannot definitively tell you whether you will miscarry or not. I wish I could ...
Pos HPT test and HCG levels	1/30/2008
Q: I read your bio, so i know I will be asking someone with plenty of experience. I am a little ... A: It would definitely be unusual for hCG levels to be at 350 mIU/ml at 7-8 days after ...
Implantation Bleeding	1/29/2008
Q: My last menstrual period was on Jan.4th and I ovulated on the 18th. I had sexual intercourse with my ... A: It sounds like it is possible that you could be experiencing implantation bleeding. Only about a ...
trying to conceive	1/29/2008
Q: I have been trying to conceive for 4 months and nothing has happened. I know I'm able to have kids ... A: If you know for a fact that you were only infected with Chlamydia for approximately one month, then ...
Bleeding after D&C	1/28/2008
Q: I am 38 yrs old and have just fallen pregnant for the first time but unfortunately I had to have a ... A: Well, first, I am sorry to hear of your difficulties and pregnancy loss. Please don't feel awkward ...
My wife!!	1/28/2008
Q: My wife has a lump right above her belly button. We have no idea what it could be. She is 20 weeks ... A: This may be what is called an umbilical hernia. It is not uncommon for pregnancy to bring attention ...
Miscarriage	1/27/2008
Q: I have just recently became pregnant. It is my first pregnancy. I had my last period Dec15 but I did ... A: Vaginal bleeding can occur frequently in the first trimester of pregnancy and may not be a sign of ...
ultrasound	1/27/2008
Q: i did an ultrasound at 5 weeks and they saw 2 sacs but one had no fluid inside it? what does this ... A: It is not unusual with multiple pregnancies to see development of one a bit faster than the other or ...
Slow rising beta (hcg)	1/26/2008
Q: I was wondering if I should be overly concerned about the rate of rise in my beta levels. At 14 DPO ... A: Typically, the hCG level will double every 48-72 hours in a healthy pregnancy. We begin to become ...
my period	1/26/2008
Q: i have gotten my period but its very very very very light for the first couple days u could barly ... A: Male condoms, when used as directed from beginning of sexual activity to the end, are 85-98% ...
pre term labor	1/26/2008
Q: A little about my history. In sept. 2006 i had went into preterm labor and had my baby at 19 weeks. ... A: Unfortunately, there is absolutely no way for me to know what is causing you early labors and ...
PCOS/early ovulation	1/25/2008
Q: Ive recently been diagnosed with PCOS. I have very irregular menstrual cycles. Prior to this last ... A: Typically the Provera will trick the body into thinking it is ending a cycle and stimulate a period. ...
no heart beat at 10 weeks	1/25/2008
Q: i had a vaginal ultrasound today that showd no heart beat. I am exactly 10 weeks 0 days according to ... A: A visible heartbeat can often be seen and detected by ultrasound at about 6 weeks and is usually ...
four misscarriages and a dermoid on left ovary	1/24/2008
Q: three of the losses were in the 1st trimester and one in the second, I have two copies of a blood ... A: Well, you have a double whammy to deal with. However, typically a dermoid cyst is removed. This is ...
levaquin	1/23/2008
Q: I recently finished a 10 day script for the antibiotic levaquin. After, doing some research I've ... A: Well, I don't know that I would consider it a "harsh" drug. It is a quite effective antibiotic. As ...
period	1/22/2008
Q: Is it possible to get a period while in the water?? aka. while in the pool/ swimming?? Thanks! A: Yes, your period can start at any time - any where. Now, because of the pressure of the water, the ...
pregnancy and mammogram	1/21/2008
Q: I just found out that I'm pregnant from a home pregnancy test (which puts me at a minimum of 4 ... A: Well, first, I would be interested in knowing when exactly the mammogram was. Here's why: For ...
ovulating after d&e	1/21/2008
Q: I got the ok to try immediately after my d&e (1/4/08, I was almost 9 wks, baby died at 8wks) from my ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
If Im pregnant	1/21/2008
Q: I had my period on December 31st it ended on Jan 4th, and me and i boyfriend had sex, 1st with a ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
Pregnency	1/21/2008
Q: I have heard that few women feel their ovulation.I am not sure about others but i feel a pain ... A: This does sound like typical ovulation pain - which, when felt, is often one side only (depending on ...
Birth control pill	1/10/2008
Q: Im on birth control and today as I went to go take my daily pill i dropped it in my car and could ... A: I would suggest that you just continue taking your pills as they are in the pack. You will end the ...
Ultrasound	1/10/2008
Q: I had an ultrasound today at what I thought was 6 weeks, 5 days, but the ultrasound tech said I was ... A: The more important indicators of whether your pregnancy is progressing normally is the doubling of ...
Am I pregnant?	1/10/2008
Q: I came off bcp in November. I had a normal period that began on December fourth (31 day cycle). This ... A: Although it is not impossible to conceive at any time during your cycle, the four days after your ...
Doctor Visits	1/10/2008
Q: I'm 33 wks preg. what should my doctor visit's look like now? are we just looking for a heart beat? ... A: You do essentially the same things you have done thus far - weight, assessing blood pressure, do a ...
pregnancy dating	1/9/2008
Q: I have had some conflicting information that I was hoping you could clarify for me. I am early in my ... A: There are norms which we expect to see, but keep in mind that if gestational age is questioned at ...
pregnant after tubaligation	1/9/2008
Q: i had my tubes tied 9 years ago this march. since then i have had very little trouble with my cycle. ... A: There are many various causes for amenorrhea (absence of periods) - pregnancy being just one. Others ...
please help me...!	1/8/2008
Q: My baby is due on april 20th 2008, on my first prenatal appointment my doctor did and internal ... A: At 6 weeks, transvaginal ultrasound is very accurate in dating pregnancies. If that ultrasound was ...
Pregnacy or Late period	1/8/2008
Q: I have been participating in open sex with my fiance and were trying to get pregnant. I am on a ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
is it possible to get pregnant	1/7/2008
Q: My cycle started dec. 26, 2007 and my cycle always have been 7 days long this particular time and ... A: If this was your expected time for a period, but was simply shorter than normal, I would actually ...
pregnancy dating	1/7/2008
Q: I have had some conflicting information that I was hoping you could clarify for me. I am early in my ... A: The size of the gestational sac is typically approximately 5mm at 4-5 weeks from LMP. That is 0.5cm. ...
birth control and pregnancy.	1/7/2008
Q: ok.. so i am on yasmin the 28 pack.. i never take the sugar pills for the week that i am expected to ... A: Yes, most likely your period has started earlier than you would have expected if you were still ...
Missed period??? After D&C	12/27/2007
Q: On Oct. 4 I had a d&c performed. I was 9 weeks along. On Nov. 5 I got my period and it lasted for 6 ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation from 12/21 through ...
Pregnancy with Light Period?	12/27/2007
Q: I have a question about a strange period that I just had. I am always very regular and I always ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation from 12/21 through ...
circumvellate placenta	12/27/2007
Q: I am 17 weeks and was told today that my anatomy ultra sounds shows circumvillate placenta???? I ... A: First, 17 weeks is pretty early to have a diagnosed circumvallate placenta. Ultrasounds and ...
Gas Bubbles Popping....	12/26/2007
Q: Ok Im 18 years old almost 19 .. Im Married and we are haveing our first child. Im 3 Months almost 4 ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation from 12/21 through ...
2nd failed thermablation due to closed cerivx	12/26/2007
Q: I am the 44 year old grandma of two who tried to have a thermablation in the gyn office, but failed ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation from 12/21 through ...
could i be pregnant?	12/25/2007
Q: Their was a little light bleeding today but it looked like pinkish water and i've had all the ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation from 12/21 through ...
Conceiving	12/25/2007
Q: I recently found out I was pregnant, and I have a few questions regarding the way I conceived. My ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation from 12/21 through ...
possible pregnancy	12/25/2007
Q: Had a tubal ligation 7 years ago my last mentrual cycle was 11/14/07. Last week I had 1 day of ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation from 12/21 through ...
No heartbeat in ultrasound?	12/24/2007
Q: According to my LMP, today makes me 5w6d pregnant. I had blood drawn twice last week to ensure my ... A: I would agree with your doctor. If you were 6-7 weeks past LMP date and these were the only ...
unsure if i could be having a baby	12/24/2007
Q: my last period was the 1st week of nov and i went though an ovalion period i think because of the ... A: Occasionally a woman can still get pregnant, despite having had her tubes tied properly. The tubes ...
Late period spotty bleeding.	12/23/2007
Q: I am 26 years old and went off my birth control in July in an attempt to get pregnant. My period has ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation, but the system ...
high beta no fetal pole	12/23/2007
Q: then 3047(48 hr.s later)I had a sono on Thursday and the Dr. is very confidant that the pregnancy ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation, but the system ...
Implantation bleeding ?	12/23/2007
Q: I have a question and I have asked several people whom i know and they werent able to answer it . My ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation, but the system ...
help..when did i get pregnant	12/22/2007
Q: okay i just asked you a question before but i figured i needed to be more specific. i am freaking ... A: Again, the most likely conception date would have been 10/23 - based on your menstrual history. The ...
when did i become pregnant	12/22/2007
Q: i need some help. my last period was on october 9th...i am currently pregnant? but when did i get ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation, but the system ...
slow labour	12/22/2007
Q: hi im 35 weeks pregnant im not sure but i think i had a show de other day it was like mucous wit ... A: Sorry about the delay in answering - I am actually supposed to be on vacation, but the system ...
Could I be pregnant?	12/21/2007
Q: I have had a history of irregular periods, sometimes every month, sometimes every 6-8 weeks. They ... A: If you have a history of irregular periods - up to 8 weeks apart - and you have had two negative ...
hcg levels	12/20/2007
Q: I am about 14 wks pregnant but due to a SAB 2 yrs ago, my dr. has been checking hcg levels every 3-4 ... A: In the early weeks of pregnancy, we do expect hCG levels to double every 48-72 hours. However, at 13 ...
Abdominal Cramping	12/20/2007
Q: I am about 30 weeks pregnant. This morning I woke up with a strange feeling in my abdomen, almost ... A: If you had a bacterial infection early on in the pregnancy and was treated for it then, more than ...
could i be pregnant	12/20/2007
Q: the last time i had my period was oct 22. my period was supposed to come the first week of november ... A: If your last regular period was 10/22, I assume you meant that you expected to have another period ...
BETA HCG	12/19/2007
Q: I do not know how pregnant I am. I sometime ovulate 2 times a month. I had a sonogram last week and ... A: If your hCG levels are doubling every 48-72 hours, there is no indication to take MTX to terminate ...
PCOS with pregnancy symptoms?	12/19/2007
Q: "My last period was on Oct. 24, 2007 - it lasted approximately 9 days. Around the same time I began ... A: The symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can also be related to hormone fluctuations ...
pregnancy	12/18/2007
Q: My daughter in law was in L&D on 12/16/O she is 35 weeks she was there with severe contractions the ... A: The -4 refers to the station of the baby - or the position of the baby in relation to the mother's ...
could i be pregnant	12/18/2007
Q: So, i have been trying for 7 months now to get pregnant.last month my period came a little late and ... A: The symptom if irregular spotting/bleeding you've described is hormonal in nature and can also be ...
birth control and irregular periods	12/18/2007
Q: I have been on birth control for about 1 month. This is my first cycle on birth control and it has ... A: The first few cycles on hormonal birth control can definitely alter your bleeding from what you ...
worried : (	12/17/2007
Q: my last period was august 25. Month before that my cycle was 35 days. Due to alot of traveling it ... A: If your menstrual cycles are usually 28 days, then we will go by that rather than a somewhat ...
Paternity Issue	12/17/2007
Q: I was with a girl in the early morning hours of Oct. 28th, 2007 (4am). I later found out that a ... A: A woman typically ovulates 14 days prior to the beginning of her next period. So, if she typically ...
pregnancy	12/16/2007
Q: I have been regular with my period. my last period was on oct 12th and i havent had it since for 2 ... A: Symptoms associated with early pregnancy are related to female hormones and can also be caused by ...
unsure about dates	12/16/2007
Q: I have some questions I am very concerned. I am unsure about who the father of my baby is, and I am ... A: Again, both ultrasounds indicate a conception date in late June. I do believe you can be fairly ...
am I?	12/16/2007
Q: I'm not sure if you were the right expert to ask but all the others said they don't answer questions ... A: If the only sexual encounter you have had since the last period was a protected one with an intact ...
Itching	12/16/2007
Q: I am 36 weeks pregnant. About 2-3 weeks ago I began to itch, all over my body, severely. I have no ... A: Some women experience a very severe itching in late pregnancy. The most common cause of this is ...
after pregancy care	12/15/2007
Q: A;right i just had a baby on 12/4/07 and i was woundering a few thing here. #1 how long before me ... A: OK - I'll take your questions in order. First, you and your baby can go out whenever you feel up to ...
aps and progesterone	12/15/2007
Q: I have one 7 year old son. I have had 2 mc's since his birth. I am 6 weeks pg now. I have been ... A: Antiphospholipid Syndrome is a disorder in which the blood clotting system begins to form blood ...
Postpartum positive pregnancy test	12/14/2007
Q: I am as of today 12 weeks postpartum. Yesterday I had an intense hunger that prompted me to buy a ... A: Typically, by 4-6 weeks after an uncomplicated delivery or pregnancy loss the hCG levels have ...
possible miscarriage ??	12/14/2007
Q: I am 6wk & 1 day by LMP dates or 5wks & 5days by ovulation (i O'ed on CD18 - charting). on DPO (date ... A: Well, it doesn't sound like your hCG levels are doubling every 48-72 hours as we expect them to in a ...
cervical shortening	12/14/2007
Q: 09cm with funneling,I ended up in L&D two days ago for cramping and my cervix now measured @ 2.49cm, ... A: Wow - well, the fFN test is a fairly reliable indicator when there is an absence of the protein for ...
Hot Baths While Pregnant	12/14/2007
Q: I submitted a question before, but now I have another one. My friend keeps telling me that my hot ... A: There is a potential danger to the developing fetus if your body temperature rises above 102 ...
placenta is 4.5 cm away from the internal os	12/13/2007
Q: i am in 21 week of pregency.on my second ultra sound report shows"PLACENTA:posterior,lower end of ... A: This sounds fine. It just means that your placenta is on the posterior (spine side) of the uterus - ...
cervical shortening	12/13/2007
Q: 09cm with funneling,I ended up in L&D two days ago for cramping and my cervix now measured @ 2.49cm, ... A: The normal length of the cervix is approximately 4cm. When women get closer to 3cm, especially when ...
Mirena IUD	12/13/2007
Q: I have had my Mirena IUD since April 13, 2007. I'm still spotting. The crazy part is that I've been ... A: When estrogen levels are low, women may spot, but more often than not the uterine lining is fairly ...
progesterone pills	12/13/2007
Q: My doctor put me on Prometrium for my low progesterone I am taking the pills on cycle days 17-26, ... A: Progesterone supplements are often used to "kick start" a menstrual cycle by initiating a period if ...
ultrasound	12/13/2007
Q: i just had a ultrasound to see how long i as wiil the only thing that thr de saw was the sack my ... A: The gestational sac can typically be visualized as early as 4.5 weeks of gestation and the yolk sac ...
egg white discharge at 10 weeks	12/12/2007
Q: In the last couple days I have noticed a change in discharge, just a tiny bit at first. First a ... A: It sounds like you were wanting an immediate answer to your question and unfortunately this isn't an ...
Missed period Negative pregnancy tests	12/12/2007
Q: I know yoiu prolly get these questions all the time. (sorry) I am a 22 yr old woman who already has ... A: If you have your annual GYN exam already scheduled for tomorrow, that is perfect. Just explain the ...
Mirena IUD	12/11/2007
Q: I have had my Mirena IUD since April 13, 2007. I'm still spotting. The crazy part is that I've been ... A: According to the manufacturer, Mirena may shorten, lighten or even eliminate your periods. After one ...
hormonal changes or pregnancy concerns	12/11/2007
Q: ok i started the Depo and on the 12th week i started to spot. no other bleeding while on depo. ... A: Much of what you have described seems hormonal and potentially related to the Depo Provera. ...
help	12/11/2007
Q: the last day of my period was the 18th of october im 7weeks and 6dayz pregnant. My boyfriend and i ... A: Well, if your LMP ended on 10/18, I'd assume it began approximately 10/14. If those are accurate ...
Imlantation bleeding?	12/10/2007
Q: I am breastfeeding my son who is 3 months old,exclusively. He nurses about 8-10 times in a 24 hour ... A: Breastfeeding is often nature's own method of birth control and usually women do not ovulate or have ...
negative preg test, could I still be pregnant?	12/10/2007
Q: Brenda, I am 35, off BCPs since October, and trying to conceive for the first time. I had a period ... A: Although some tests claim accuracy on the first day of a missed period, I usually suggest that women ...
pregnancy dating	12/10/2007
Q: sorry, just to clarify my previous question i was with boy #2 for the first time 5/10/07 i was with ... A: It is just standard practice to calculate pregnancies from the last menstrual period. Ovulation ...
What do you think is going on?	12/10/2007
Q: Last week i had bad cramps and was spotting for 3 days during the morning time. I woke up was ... A: The discharge prior to the bleeding/spotting sounds perfectly normal. The abnormal bleeding may have ...
Question on ultrasound findings	12/9/2007
Q: My daughter had an ultrasound recently. The physician asked her if she felt the baby move much. She ... A: This is called an anterior placenta. Most often the fertilized egg will implant on the posterior ...
toothache and pregnant	12/9/2007
Q: Hi I'm 38 weeks pregnant and i have the worst toothache is there anything i can do for the pain A: Generally, the only pain reliever that is recommended during pregnancy is acetaminophen (Tylenol). ...
Subchorionic Hemorrhage	12/9/2007
Q: I am currently 10 weeks, 3 days pregnant. I lost my first baby at 19 weeks, and they think it was ... A: Well, first, Factor V Leiden is a complicated disorder - especially when pregnancy is thrown into ...
infection during pregnancy	12/9/2007
Q: In June of this year I lost a baby boy at 20 weeks due to ptl and based on the examination of the ... A: I'm sorry to hear about your previous pregnancy loss. When that happens, especially that far along, ...
Pregnancy	12/8/2007
Q: I had sex with my boyfriend 26 days after my period. He wore a condom and it didn't break. Nothing ... A: The information you have shared with me does not indicate that you are pregnant. Here's why: 1. You ...
c-sections	12/8/2007
Q: I have three children who all were delivered by cesarean. Now I'm pregnant with my forth. How many ... A: There is no set number of safe C-sections. Obviously, doctors don't want women who have to have ...
Danger of Hydramnios	12/8/2007
Q: At week 28, an ultrasound showed an excess of amniotic fluid. According to this test, my AFI ( ... A: Typically, there is a reason for an AFI over 25 at 28 weeks but in up to 50% of cases, there are ...
Pregnancy symptoms - not pregnant	12/8/2007
Q: I had been on Depo provera for 4 1/2 years but have been off it now for 19 months. My breasts are ... A: Unfortunately, even if you decide that Depo Provera is not the right birth control method for you, ...
unsure about dates	12/7/2007
Q: I have some questions I am very concerned. I am unsure about who the father of my baby is, and I am ... A: You are very welcome! The 8mm gestational sac measurement would be indicative of an approximate 5 ...
Induction of Labour	12/6/2007
Q: Once again, I need your advice. This is my first pregnancy. I am 39 years old and had IUI on 3/17 ... A: Labor is typically induced if the health of the mother or the baby is at risk. Doctors make a ...
pregnancy dating	12/6/2007
Q: sorry, just to clarify my previous question i was with boy #2 for the first time 5/10/07 i was with ... A: Again, if #1 were a possibility, the ultrasound(s) would actually have to be off by 5 weeks, since ...
pregnancy dating	12/6/2007
Q: I had my period sometime in may but i could not remember exactly when. I missed it in june and didnt ... A: It is extremely unlikely that the ultrasound would be inaccurate by as much as three weeks when done ...
amenorrhea and provera	12/5/2007
Q: I stopped taking my birth control in may because me and my husband wanted a baby, but i have not ... A: Ideally, the Provera will stimulate a period. You can get your period anytime after starting the ...
sex	12/5/2007
Q: hey i was playing with my gf and like 5 mins b4 she had jacked me off n i had sperm on my hands n so ... A: Again, the chance of conception is low, but does exist. This chance exists because you stated it was ...
panic attacks	12/5/2007
Q: i am 32 weeks pregnant, have an 11 month old son (had him c-cection) i suffer from panic attacks and ... A: In my experience, the absolute best way to minimize fear is to gain knowledge about whatever it is ...
pains	12/5/2007
Q: I had my period last week it was 4 days long and afterwards i had a brownish discharge for about 4 ... A: Brown discharge which occurs around your period (either right before or right after) is nothing to ...
no period,pregnancy symptoms	12/5/2007
Q: I currently use Mirena, it was put in in July/07. It's now Dec. The last time I had a period was in ... A: According to the manufacturer, Mirena may shorten, lighten or even eliminate your periods. After one ...
curious	12/4/2007
Q: Is it true that tubes come untied in five years? A: No. Tubal ligation should be considered an permanent, irreversible procedure. Occasionally a woman ...
sex	12/4/2007
Q: hey i was playing with my gf and like 5 mins b4 she had jacked me off n i had sperm on my hands n so ... A: As long as semen/sperm cells remain wet, they are viable (they stay alive). If your hand remained ...
Heavy Vaginal Discharge	12/4/2007
Q: I have a vaginal discharge that I feel is heavier than normal. I have it for about 2 years and have ... A: Every woman is different, but it does sound like your vaginal secretions are more than the norm if ...
Pregnancy, prometrium and spotting	12/3/2007
Q: My husband and I have been trying to conceive for almost 2 years and I finally had strong positive ... A: Well, I am hopeful that your OB has returned your call by now. Unfortunately, some who ask questions ...
missed miscarriage	12/3/2007
Q: I went in for an ultrasound at 6w3d and we saw the heart beat. The dr also said there was some ... A: It sounds like a bit of subchorionic bleeding may have been what was/is going on. A subchorionic ...
pregnancy	12/2/2007
Q: How soon can a women start feeling pregnancy systoms can it be as early as week or 2 weeks ?? A: The short answer is yes - some symptoms having to do with elevated hormone levels can begin as early ...
Mirena, tierdness, metalic taste and tender breasts	12/2/2007
Q: I've had the Mirena in for just over a year now. My womb is always sore after intercourse. I'm very ... A: The symptoms you describe are quite likely in some way related to the Mirena. The breast tenderness ...
pregnancy symptoms	12/2/2007
Q: I have had a couple of lighter than normal periods with the last one being a week late and only ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last couple of cycles, then you cannot dismiss the possibility ...
Negative Pregnancy Test & Missed Period	12/2/2007
Q: My last period was on October 31st and I've been using the NuvaRing consistently for three weeks, ... A: NuvaRing is a birth control method which is purported to be 99% effective when used as directed. If ...
thin uterus	12/2/2007
Q: i have had 3 previous c-sections. last c-section doctor said my uterus was paper thin and hard to ... A: From the information you've shared, it sounds like uterine rupture is definitely something that is a ...
delayed menses with clomid	12/1/2007
Q: I have a history of endometriosis since 2001 and had a course of Lupron and Femara from Feb-July ... A: With Clomid therapy, ovulation most often occurs from 5-10 days after a course of Clomid. This means ...
pregnancy	12/1/2007
Q: i had unportected sex last night my boyfriend ejaculated in me and this morning i got my period is ... A: Although it is not completely impossible to conceive a pregnancy at any time during your cycle, if ...
Short Cervix	12/1/2007
Q: I am 22weeks pregnant. I went to have a transvaginal u/s and was told I have a short cervix. It's ... A: Incompetent cervix is the result of an anatomical abnormality. Normally, the cervix remains closed ...
Is this normal or could I be pregnant?	12/1/2007
Q: I received one shot of depo in may and did not return for my shot in july. During that time i had ... A: There is no question that Depo Provera can cause havoc with your cycles. However, from what you have ...
Second trimester miscarriages	11/30/2007
Q: I've had four pregnancies: the first two were uncomplicated and I have two daughters, 2 and 3 and a ... A: Well - I am by no stretch an expert in genetics. The ONLY real first-hand experience I have that ...
Can I still Drive?	11/30/2007
Q: I had a sonogram along with an exam today at my OB's office. I am due in three weeks, the baby is ... A: Yes, you can drive and do anything you normally would do in your daily activities. Of course, you ...
pregnancy	11/29/2007
Q: I thought i was pregnant a few weeks back possibly a little longer and i took multiple pregnancy ... A: A quantitative blood pregnancy test (serum beta hCG) can typically detect enough hCG in your ...
Two missed periods	11/29/2007
Q: My last period was September 22nd and now it is November 28th I have taken home pregnancy tests and ... A: There are many various causes for amenorrhea (absence of periods) - pregnancy being just one. Others ...
No Period for 2 months and negative HPT	11/29/2007
Q: Hey My last period was on Sept. 20th. I took 3 HPT's in Oct. and 2 this month they were negative. I ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last couple of cycles, then you cannot dismiss the possibility ...
Will there be a problem in my prgnancy?	11/28/2007
Q: If i & my husband had a same blood group that is o+ will there be any problem in pregnancy due to ... A: There is absolutely no risk in you and your husband sharing the same blood type. For people with ...
pregnancy	11/28/2007
Q: I have been on the nuva ring now for about 2 months. For about a week and a half now I have been ... A: The NuvaRing will not affect the results of a pregnancy test. The symptoms you describe are hormonal ...
Difficulty having sex	11/28/2007
Q: I am 12 weeks pregnant, and having difficulty having sex with my husband. Even if i am in the mood, ... A: More often than not during pregnancy women have increased vaginal secretions. The dry feeling and ...
possible pregnancy?	11/27/2007
Q: I would appreciate your help. I'm 39 years old and my last period was October 28. I had protected ... A: The problem is that the stress and worrying can actually be the cause of the delay in your period. ...
Mucous Discharge	11/27/2007
Q: I am 31.5 weeks pregnant. I woke up this morning to some brown mucousy discharge. Do I have ... A: Throughout the pregnancy, the increased secretions form a protective barrier, the mucus plug, at the ...
Miscarriage Concerns - 5 weeks 3 days	11/27/2007
Q: I miscarried 3 months ago and am concerned that it may be happening again. I got my last period on ... A: The gestational sac can usually be visualized as early as 4.5 weeks of gestation and the yolk sac at ...
Vaginal pain and Birth Control	11/26/2007
Q: I'm not looking for a diagnosis but maybe just some comfort in knowing if you may have heard of this ... A: Vaginal irritation can be a side effect of this medication. The more research I have done on Yasmin ...
stretchmarks	11/26/2007
Q: I am 18 days away from my due date. Have been in preterm labor 2 times and have been in labor 2 ... A: It's not uncommon to feel itchy, particularly around your growing belly and breasts as your skin ...
Post Baby Period	11/20/2007
Q: I have a 3 month old son & I hadmy first regular period which started the 8th of October. I have not ... A: Well - the fact that you had unprotected sex within the few days of your ovulation date puts you at ...
Menstruation delayed. 2 negative pregnancy test. Could I be pregnant?	11/20/2007
Q: I last had my period on Oct. 6. My boyfriend and I played around on October 12 and November 11. ... A: If you do have a history of stress-related amenorrhea, then this may very well be the same situation ...
mirena iud side effects	11/20/2007
Q: I've had my mirena iud in since aug of this year (2007). I have bled everyday since then so I can't ... A: Wow - you are much more patient than I am. If I had been bleeding continuously for 4 weeks, let ...
birthcontrol	11/20/2007
Q: i started a new nuvo ring cycle on a friday and then had sex the following monday without a condom. ... A: If the Nuvaring has been out of the vagina for more than three continuous hours during the 1st or ...
Hello there i need answers and i need it now =]	11/20/2007
Q: Well i had misscaried on october 19,2007 and i was 5 weeks and 2 days pregant now i still dont have ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
development & crl measurements per conception	11/19/2007
Q: "1)approximately,How many weeks or days after conception can you see positive results from grocery ... A: Although some tests claim accuracy on the first day of a missed period (which would be approximately ...
Orgasm Question...	11/19/2007
Q: I don't know if this is in your area of expertise, but I'll ask anyway.Ok, so I am 19 and have never ... A: It can be easy to confuse the sensation of an impending orgasm with the urge to urinate. Women who ...
Menstruation delayed. 2 negative pregnancy test. Could I be pregnant?	11/19/2007
Q: I last had my period on Oct. 6. My boyfriend and I played around on October 12 and November 11. ... A: The chances of pregnancy are low. First, because you would not have been expected to ovulate until ...
trying to conceive	11/19/2007
Q: I have been nursing my 18 month old. I got my period back when she was around 10 months. My cycle ... A: If you have increased the frequency of breastfeeding again, it may very well be affected your ...
cramps	11/18/2007
Q: first of all i`m 16 and ii need some HELP ASAP.ii qot my period on oct.27 and it lasted until ... A: There are many various potential causes for irregularities in our cycles. They are: -Significant ...
baby?	11/18/2007
Q: I am told I am 17 weeks pregnant. I am told my due date is april 24th 2008. so my question is, I had ... A: If ultrasound has confirmed your dating of 17 weeks and due date of 4/24/08, I would calculate your ...
Period after d and c	11/18/2007
Q: I'm a registered nurse as well. I work in the O.R. and have no idea about ob/gyn issues. I do know ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
diabetes	11/18/2007
Q: my care for my illness has not been perfect and my last A1c was 10.9! i just found out i am pregnant ... A: Although the A1C test is an important tool, it can't replace daily self-testing of blood glucose. ...
Pregnant now, Tampon Issue	11/17/2007
Q: I am now 12 weeks pregnant and everything seems to be going well. The last visit I went to the ... A: As long as the tampon was removed, you had a period, and have not experienced any symptoms of a ...
My friends baby, RIGHT NOW	11/17/2007
Q: My friend just went through two days of labor and had her son this am at 11. When he was born the ... A: Well hopefully your friend has gotten some answers by now. Unfortunately, I'm not sure that everyone ...
Decreased libido	11/17/2007
Q: I hope you can help me out! When I was pregnant with my son almost three years ago, my libido was ... A: Most often, a decrease in sex drive is usually caused by changes in your lifestyle or is a side ...
Advice	11/17/2007
Q: I am almost 37 weeks and this is my first pregnancy. I have GBS and gestational diabetes(no ... A: Whew... OK, I'll try to get these all answered and not leave anything out for you... We don't know ...
prenatal costs	11/16/2007
Q: I had previously asked you some questions about pregnancy symptoms because I thought that I might be ... A: , Hello again and congratulations! As to the costs for the first prenatal visit - that varies SO ...
blood clot & pregnant	11/16/2007
Q: I am 8 &half weeks pregnant and 9 days ago I had some peachy colored blood.It was a very small ... A: Vaginal bleeding can occur frequently in the 1st trimester of pregnancy and may not be a sign of ...
Is It Possible?	11/16/2007
Q: Well tubal ligation was performed on me about 3yrs ago, they were cut and tied. My cycles have been ... A: Occasionally a woman can still get pregnant, despite having had her tubes tied properly. The tubes ...
Low hcg level but doubling	11/15/2007
Q: I am 28 years old, have PCOS, and recently became pregnant after an IUI cycle on follistim ... A: The fact that your hCG levels are doubling appropriately is the most important thing. The range of ...
Illness/pms	11/15/2007
Q: I am wondering why I seem to get sick every month right before my period. It might be a sore throat ... A: PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) can affect all major body systems: immune, digestive, circulatory, ...
when is it okay to try to get pregnant	11/15/2007
Q: I am 26years old and have two children (ages 5 and 19months)at home delivered by cesarean section. I ... A: That truly is a rare thing. I know it doesn't make it any easier, but there is just nothing that you ...
could I be pregnant??	11/14/2007
Q: I started my period on Nov 4th. On Nov 12th my boyfriend and I had unprotected sex. This is only 8 ... A: For women who have 28 day cycles, the fertile window (time of their cycle when they are considered ...
Gynecology	11/14/2007
Q: I have had my period for about month and half now. i have this fear that there something serious ... A: With your medical history, you MUST go to the doctor. You really actually answered your own ...
waiting to go to the first doctors visit	11/14/2007
Q: I am 32 and found out on Nov.4 that I am pregnant. My last cycle started on Oct.3 and ended on ... A: Well, obviously the sooner you have prenatal care, the better. As far as maternity leave, you should ...
no period after D&C	11/14/2007
Q: I found out I had miscarried Oct 11, 2007 at 15weeks - I had a D&C 2 days later with severe ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
Blood in the urine	11/13/2007
Q: I am currently 36 weeks and 3 days pregnant with my second child. With my first child I had to be ... A: First, I feel I must share information about Lortab. Hydrocodone (the narcotic ingredient in Lortab) ...
i took a preg. test but it was a cheap one	11/13/2007
Q: i took a pregnancy test today from the dollar tree it was one of the new choice ones and it gave me ... A: I've had a few different people questioning the accuracy of these "dollar store" tests. It really is ...
cycle	11/13/2007
Q: I have not had a period in 7 months. It was stressed induced. My husband and I are trying to ... A: Relax. You really must relax. I cannot tell you how many stories I have heard about couples who were ...
low lying placenta with pain in lower abdomen	11/12/2007
Q: in 19th week of my pregnancy i was diagonosed with low lying placenta with lower end of placenta ... A: It is impossible to know why your placenta has moved closer to the os, rather than upward and away ...
Twins	11/12/2007
Q: I have just had an ultrsound at 6 weeks and found out that I am having twins. I am concerned as ... A: Normal heart rate at 6 weeks is around 90-110 beats per minute (bpm). The human embryonic heart rate ...
how soon can you see early signs of pregnancy?	11/12/2007
Q: My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for a little while, but we both travel for work, ... A: The symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can also be related to hormone fluctuations ...
closed cervix	11/11/2007
Q: Went to MD for thermal balloon therapy to end painful periods(I am 44, a grandmother, and do not ... A: Hmmmm... that is a very personal decision. I actually was considering the same thing about 2 years ...
brown discharge	11/11/2007
Q: I'm 8 weeks pregnant. When I was only a few weeks pregnant I had some serious cramps. It felt like ... A: Vaginal bleeding can occur frequently in the first trimester of pregnancy and may not be a sign of ...
8 weeks pregnant no heartbeat PLEASE HELP	11/11/2007
Q: I am 8 weeks pregnant and just had my first vaginal sonogram at the doctor. they said the baby has ... A: A visible heartbeat can typically be seen and detected by pulsed doppler ultrasound by about 6 weeks ...
whats going on?	11/11/2007
Q: More than a year ago I had misscarried twins and five months ago I had my son a month early. I was ... A: If you don't wish to conceive an unplanned pregnancy, I would recommend that you at least check into ...
Need advice....	11/11/2007
Q: I'm 29 yr old. I have a 6 yr old daughter. I have had two miscarriages since my daughter was born ... A: The symptoms which you have described can be symptoms of early pregnancy. However, most symptoms of ...
Miscarriage after Pregnancy	11/10/2007
Q: I am a 31-year-old female mother of one. I had my first child 6 years ago. Prior to getting ... A: In a recent study, researchers compared 1506 women who reported miscarriages in a previous pregnancy ...
Sub Chronic Hemorrhage	11/10/2007
Q: I'm 6 weeks and 6 days pregnant. When i was 6weeks and 1 day pregnant, i had mild spotting(brown in ... A: A subchorionic hematoma is simply a collection of blood either within the folds of the developing ...
Please Help	11/9/2007
Q: Okay here is my question i had my baby june 4th was supposable due june 16th they gave me three ... A: This is easily solved if you had an ultrasound done within the first 12 weeks. Ultrasounds done ...
tubes tide	11/9/2007
Q: can i have ivf done if my tubes are tide. A: Yes. Women who have had their tubes tied have essentially two options if they desire another ...
re: TO MANY PERIODS	11/8/2007
Q: could SOMETHING BE WRONG IF EVERY TIME ME AND MY BOYFRIEND HAVE INTERCOURSE I START A PERIOD??? A: Bleeding which is brought on by sexual intercourse is never normal and is something that you should ...
Could I Be Pregnant?	11/7/2007
Q: I wanted to take a break from my birth control pills (have been on Yasmin for nearly a year now), ... A: If you had been on the BCP consistently (without a break) for a full year and went off for the 7 ...
pregnency-vaginal twitches	11/6/2007
Q: hi well I'm 22 weeks pregnant lately I've been feeling these twitches down here but i mostly feel ... A: Groin pain is common discomfort of pregnancy - especially during the 2nd pregnancy. There are two ...
pregnancy	11/6/2007
Q: The first day of my last period was Oct 21 07. I had unprotected sex on Nov 2nd and 3rd. Does this ... A: If you have regular 28 day cycles, then yes. We would typically expect women to ovulate ...
sex problems	11/5/2007
Q: After about two sex sessions my vagina seems to get really tight. And after three it gets so tight ... A: It sounds like you are experiencing some swelling/inflammation. Is your partner using a condom? If ...
complete placenta previa	11/5/2007
Q: I was diagnosed with a complete placenta previa (posterior) at my 18 week ultrasound. The doctor ... A: Total placenta previa occurs when the internal cervical os is completely covered by the placenta. If ...
pregnancy possible after tubal cut and burnt	11/5/2007
Q: is it possible to get pregnant after get my tubes tied and burnt and if not can i still get that ... A: Occasionally a woman still gets pregnant, despite having had her tubes tied properly. The tubes can ...
pregnancy	11/4/2007
Q: Ok my problem is my husband and I have been trying to get pregnant since i got off the pill in ... A: Please don't be embarrassed. Things happen - with all of us. No one is above reproach. I would ...
Loud music and pregnancy	11/4/2007
Q: I am 27 weeks pregnant and I was at a party in which VERY loud music was played throughout the ... A: There have been some studies done on the effects of noise on the fetus. But the studies have all ...
Pregnancy	11/3/2007
Q: On November 2, 07 i found out that I am eleven weeks pregnant during an ultra sound, surprisingly. ... A: According to the manufacturer, there is no medical evidence that Plan B emergency contraception ...
possible pregnancy	11/3/2007
Q: hey brenda me and my boyfriend had unprotected sex, he said he came inside of me(nutted). two days ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
38 weeks induction	11/2/2007
Q: I will be 38 weeks next week and my doctor has talked about scheduling an induction, not for any ... A: Technically, any pregnancy that is 37 weeks or more is considered "full term". However, if there is ...
Tubal ligation	11/2/2007
Q: I had a tubal ligation in 2002, the Dr cut and burned the tubes, she said it could not be reversed. ... A: Several factors play a key role in the success rate of tubal ligation reversal. These include: -the ...
Getting no answers from doctor	11/2/2007
Q: The first day of my last period was September 6th. I am extremely regular - 28 days on the dot. I ... A: This sounds like a chemical pregnancy. A chemical pregnancy is the name given to a pregnancy that ...
mid cycle spotting	11/1/2007
Q: I am 29 yrs. old, have two children and have PCOS. Both were conceived naturally. My cycles have ... A: This is nothing to really be "concerned" about. The fact that you are only three cycles out of a ...
No Period after D&C	11/1/2007
Q: It's been about 7 weeks after my D&C. I spotted brown discharge on the 22nd of this month and it ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
Am I over-reacting??(pregnancy)	10/31/2007
Q: OK, I have a normal 25 day cycle. My period came on Oct. 8th and went off on like the 11th or the ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
lost tampon	10/31/2007
Q: My 13 year old daughter just started using tampons. She remembers putting a tampon in in the ... A: If a tampon is retained, it is a potential source for infection. First, she will need to try and ...
pregnant?	10/30/2007
Q: had tubes tied in 1996 I am 37 and I am now 3and a half weeks late........normally i am on time or ... A: No, having your tubes tied will not alter pregnancy test results. If you are that late with your ...
HOW CAN I TELL HOW FAR I AM IN MY PREGNACY	10/30/2007
Q: I FOUND OUT IM PREGNANT AND I DONT HAVE REGULA PERIODS AND I DONT KNOW WHEN MY LAST ON WAS AND WHENI ... A: Write me back with all of the information that you do have and I will calculate it out for you. ...
Pregnancy after a miscarriage	10/30/2007
Q: Hai, My LMP was sep 26th, i have a regular 30 days cycle. Yesterday ie on the 27th i took a HPT & ... A: I would suggest that you wait until you are approximately 5.5-6 weeks along before seeing your ...
c-section	10/29/2007
Q: 3 years ago i had my son early. he was born at 31 weeks. i had a c-section and since than i have a ... A: If you do not feel comfortable in your doctor's assessment of it, I can only suggest that you see ...
Possible pregnancy???	10/29/2007
Q: I went off the pill 8 1/2 weeks ago and mestruated immediately. It lasted 5 days and then 2 1/2 ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
post c-section pain	10/29/2007
Q: I'm 24 and I had my baby girl on 9-11-07 by c-section. about a week and a half later I had my ... A: Ideally, an incision heals perfectly and equally from one end to the other. This rarely happens. ...
Bleeding after a C-section	10/29/2007
Q: I am over three weeks postpartum from my second C-section. The only complication was a UTI. I ... A: Unless your abdomen feels tender and/or hard, you have any foul smelling discharge, or fever, it is ...
recurring bleeding after miscarriage	10/28/2007
Q: I had a miscarriage last month, the bleeding ending very shortly after I seemed to have finished ... A: Hmmm... well, while I get over the initial urge to tell you to call back and tell that receptionist ...
abnormal bleeding and pain	10/27/2007
Q: I had my son 14 months ago and up until last month my periods had been back to normal. In September ... A: Irregular bleeding or spotting between periods is called metrorrhagia. Although the cause of ...
first period after early miscarriage	10/27/2007
Q: I found out I was pregnant at 3 wks 4 days and just a few days later I miscarried. I bled for over a ... A: The first period after a miscarriage is rarely "normal". It can be heavier than normal, lighter than ...
Urinary tract infection	10/26/2007
Q: I noticed the question for urinary tract infection so I hope I'm in the right place. I am 38 now ... A: Well, my "specialty" is in pregnancy-related issues, but I will answer your question regarding ...
pregnancy and breast implants	10/26/2007
Q: I have breast implants and I need one implant to be adjusted,and I was told It was going to be just ... A: This is something you will need to discuss with your OB doctor and the surgeon which intends to ...
AFI INDEX	10/25/2007
Q: I am 29 weeks pregnent though through sonograhy i have 28 week gestation.My AFI was 15.7 which ... A: The amount of amniotic fluid has a certain range of normal values, the numbered score derived by ...
When should I expect my period or am I pregnant?	10/25/2007
Q: I started my period on Sept. 9 at that time I also started birth control. I miss a pill here and ... A: Since you are now approximately 19 days late for your period this cycle and you have a previous ...
Pregnant or not Pregnant?	10/25/2007
Q: I am a Labor and Delivery nurse in Denver CO. I am 24 years old and had a baby girl 15 months ago. ... A: It depends upon what type of blood test they run. The qualitative blood pregnancy test will return a ...
misscarrage?	10/25/2007
Q: a week ago i thought i might be pregnant because i had morning sickness symptoms (already had two ... A: There really isn't anything to actually do about it. If you had a normal period last cycle, then the ...
How to be 100% sure of not being pregnant	10/24/2007
Q: Me and my boyfriend had sex last night(Oct 23rd night) and We always have just casual sex kissing ... A: Well, from the information you've given me, your chances of conceiving a pregnancy from this ...
possible the child isn't mine?	10/24/2007
Q: My girlfriend and I are expecting a baby. When we went for an ultra sound and the doctor said she ... A: Pregnancy dating is always based on the date of the last menstrual period, NOT the actual conception ...
help!	10/23/2007
Q: my boyfriend and i had unprotected sex and then the day after i got my period. could i still have ... A: If this was the start of your regular period - meaning if you expected it and it was at the end of ...
Pregnant or not Pregnant?	10/23/2007
Q: I am a Labor and Delivery nurse in Denver CO. I am 24 years old and had a baby girl 15 months ago. ... A: If you ovulated approximately 10/10 (splitting the difference), implantation would not have occurred ...
low hcg level	10/22/2007
Q: my lmp was Sept 17th 2007, i think my date of conception was oct1 2007 . i took a hpt on oct 17th ... A: If your LMP was 9/17 and you have regular 28 day cycles, your expected ovulation/conception date ...
Infection	10/22/2007
Q: Several days ago I asked you about the unrinary infection and today I visited my doctor and told him ... A: It's extremely common to get a yeast infection while pregnant because of the high levels of ...
May I be pregnant?	10/22/2007
Q: My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant, however, now, I am a little concerned. Normally ... A: The test you did was most likely done too early, even if you did conceive a pregnancy. Usually I ...
pregnancy symptoms	10/22/2007
Q: I have been experiencing some strange physical symptoms over the last 12 days and I'm just wondering ... A: Your symptoms sound hormonal in nature and can be related to early pregnancy, but can also be ...
am i pregnant?	10/21/2007
Q: i had sex 2 and 3 days before my period (which came 4-5 days early) what are the chances i could be ... A: Typically, the most fertile time of a 28 day cycle are cycle days 11-21. This "window" of time ...
two periods in one month	10/21/2007
Q: I had a miscarriage on Sept. 25 So I was still bleeding from that until the 28th. I had a "normal ... A: Unfortunately, most likely the bleeding you had on 10/5 was probably not a regular period. Let me ...
YAZ and blood pregnancy tests	10/21/2007
Q: Does the diuretic property of YAZ interfere with quantitative blood pregnancy test results? I have ... A: More than likely the women who are saying they had negative blood tests had qualitative blood ...
thank you and one more question :)	10/21/2007
Q: sorry about my English! i wanted to ask-is there a problem if my baby (i am pregnant for 27 ... A: Yes, - again, if all of the other information from the ultrasounds and amniocentesis were within ...
Possible Pregnancy?	10/21/2007
Q: I will be twenty six next month and I have four healthy children. Six, five, almost three and a ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
YAZ and blood pregnancy tests	10/20/2007
Q: Does the diuretic property of YAZ interfere with quantitative blood pregnancy test results? I have ... A: No - in fact, the active ingredients in YAZ are drospirenone ("drsp") and ethinyl estradiol. The ...
PV bleed and pelvic pressure	10/20/2007
Q: I am just about 20 weeks pregnant and this past monday i got to work and had some dark brownish pink ... A: Unfortunately, I cannot give you any definitive answers either. It does sound like your OB doctor is ...
whats my date of conception	10/20/2007
Q: the first day i had my period is April 2,07 it lasted till the 1oth of april i had intercourse with ... A: Typically, you will ovulate 14 days prior to the beginning of the next period. If the first day of ...
Incompetent cervix/infection	10/20/2007
Q: I had a miscarriage 3wks. ago. I was 3 days from being 17 weeks along. I had seen the baby and heard ... A: k., I very much wish this had not been the outcome of your pregnancy. Unfortunately, there is just ...
Is that a problem?	10/19/2007
Q: I'm in my 7th week of pregnancy, am I work as a Secretary.I sit a lot. Some people tell's me that is ... A: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) does recommend maintaining an active ...
femur lenght in USG	10/19/2007
Q: sorry about my English! i wanted to ask-is there a problem if my baby (i am pregnant for 27 ... A: The femur length is useful for dating a pregnancy and in estimating intrauterine fetal weight in ...
pregnancy or hormone confusion?	10/19/2007
Q: maybe you can clear this up for me! late august i stopped taking birth control pills after being on ... A: There are many various causes for amenorrhea (absence of periods) - pregnancy being just one. Others ...
Faint Heart Beat	10/19/2007
Q: My wife is in her 9th week of pregnancy. She consulted a doc for her regular checkup yesterday. The ... A: I'm not sure I understand what method was used at the doctor's visit. If it was a sonogram ...
infection	10/18/2007
Q: I have urinary infection, but after taking 10 days of antibiotics, still there is a burning ... A: Urinary tract infections are more common during pregnancy because of changes in the urinary tract. ...
Ovarian Cysts during pregnancy	10/18/2007
Q: I recently got an ultrasound and the Dr. found Ovarian Cysts on both Ovaries. I'm 12 weeks and 3 ... A: Ovarian cysts are fairly common during pregnancy (about 1 in 1,000 pregnant women). In fact, in the ...
update	10/18/2007
Q: I wrote to you last month regarding some pregnancy like symptoms after I discontinued my nuvaring ... A: ", Hello again! Discontinuing hormonal birth control can affect subsequent periods/menstrual ...
baby not moving	10/17/2007
Q: I am 38 weeks. The baby has not moved today. My stomach has gotten hard and my back hurts real ... A: I would suggest that you do a kick count. Here's how to do a kick count on a daily basis: 1. Choose ...
pregnancy, PE, and lovenox	10/17/2007
Q: I am 35 yo and just found out I am pregnant with child #4. I am very excited but my OB wants to put ... A: Anticoagulation therapy with enoxaparin (Lovenox) during pregnancy appears to be safe, according to ...
hcg levels and miscarriage	10/17/2007
Q: First off, I have PCOS and my husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for over a year now. ... A: Sometimes the hCG doesn't exactly double in that 48 hour period, BUT unfortunately they are not even ...
When should I expect my period or am I pregnant?	10/17/2007
Q: I started my period on Sept. 9 at that time I also started birth control. I miss a pill here and ... A: A quantitative blood pregnancy test (serum beta hCG) would be the most definitive blood test for ...
Pregnancy and Xanax	10/16/2007
Q: My husband and I have been very careful about not getting pregnant, condoms and the pill but I ... A: Xanax is not a medication that can be taken safely during pregnancy. It is an FDA Pregnancy Risk ...
Birth Control, Pregnancy,	10/16/2007
Q: I recently started taking Loestrin 24 due tot he fack that I have been regular for 7 years, and in ... A: When taking the BCP, if you miss pills you are vulnerable to becoming pregnant unless you use a ...
tubal pregnancy symptoms	10/16/2007
Q: I took a pg test today and it was positive I am not supposed to start my period for 4 more days. My ... A: Four days before your period is due is pretty early to get a strong positive on a home pregnancy ...
TTC after Ectopic	10/15/2007
Q: I recently had surgery for ectopic pregnancy. They removed part of my left tube but said that my ... A: The general recommendation is to wait through 2-3 normal menstrual cycles after any pregnancy loss ...
wondering	10/15/2007
Q: I am now 35 weeks, I was admitted to the hospital 4 days ago with contractions. I was 2cm and 80% ... A: With premature contractions, I would not recommend inserting anything into the vaginal canal, ...
tightness in stomach @ 24 weeks	10/14/2007
Q: Every since this morning i have had severe tightness in my lower abdomen and can barely stand up ... A: First Please accept my apologies for the delay in answering. Our cable (TV and internet) went out ...
tubes tied	10/14/2007
Q: can U have your tubes tied and becomes pregnant,and could they come un tied within 5 yr. afther you ... A: First Please accept my apologies for the delay in answering. Our cable (TV and internet) went out ...
Sharp pains=cervix dilating?	10/13/2007
Q: I am 36 weeks pregnant today. For the past 3 weeks I have had this sharp sharp pain that comes and ... A: First Please accept my apologies for the delay in answering. Our cable (TV and internet) went out ...
cycles	10/13/2007
Q: I have been on my period since october 1st. at least i think it my period could it just be blood in ... A: First Please accept my apologies for the delay in answering. Our cable (TV and internet) went out ...
hcg levels and miscarriage	10/13/2007
Q: First off, I have PCOS and my husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for over a year now. ... A: First Please accept my apologies for the delay in answering. Our cable (TV and internet) went out ...
blighted ovum	10/12/2007
Q: At 5.5 weeks, If you have a sac, with an intact yolk sac, can it still be a blighted ovum, some ... A: First Please accept my apologies for the delay in answering. Our cable (TV and internet) went out ...
Is this a sign of pregnancy?	10/12/2007
Q: I had my period on the 28th of sept. and it was regular and has been regular for the longest. But on ... A: First Please accept my apologies for the delay in answering. Our cable (TV and internet) went out ...
Fertility after D/C	10/11/2007
Q: I had a D/C back in April '07 and my periods aren't every 28/29 days anymore, they've been ... A: The D&C should not have affected ovulation or your fertility. And, even though your periods are not ...
Ativan while pregnant	10/11/2007
Q: I just found out that I'm pregnant only a couple weeks. I have high anxiety and usually take Ativan ... A: It will be important for you to have a thorough discussion about your anxiety issues with your OB ...
I AM 6 MONTHS PREGNANT AND TAKING LOVENOX	10/11/2007
Q: I MISCARRIED LAST YEAR AT 4 MONTHS. IT WAS FROM WERE MY BLOOD GOT TO THICK AND CUT THE BABY'S BLOOD ... A: Anticoagulation therapy with enoxaparin (Lovenox) during pregnancy appears to be safe, according to ...
Over due babies	10/11/2007
Q: My family has a history of pregnancies reaching the 44 week mark. I've tried to find evidence of ... A: The length of a normal pregnancy is 38 to 42 weeks from the first day of the last menstrual period. ...
labor	10/10/2007
Q: I am 39 weeks pregnant, and have been having contractions since early this morning. went to the dr ... A: If the contractions do not dissipate when you change your activity (if resting, try walking around ...
follow up question	10/10/2007
Q: HEY BRENDA THANK YOU SOO MUCH FOR YOUR ANSWER. i got my progesterone level result today and nurse ... A: Side effects of Clomid occurring in more than 1% of patients during clinical trials were: -Ovarian ...
mid cycle bleeding???	10/9/2007
Q: Brief history, I am 42yrs with one 3yr old. Always had very on time periods at approx 28dys. ... A: Well, here's the thing - he will do what he's going to do. Most likely he will do a quantitative ...
pregnancy	10/9/2007
Q: i have genital herpes..would that affect my pregnancy and loabor or the baby ? i am 5 weeks ... A: The biggest concern with genital herpes during pregnancy is that you might transmit it to your baby ...
Pregnancy??	10/9/2007
Q: I am 26 years old, am 3 weeks late for my period. I have had 3 negative blood tests and 6 negative ... A: My first question would be if you had qualitative blood pregnancy tests or quantitative tests. If ...
period	10/9/2007
Q: the first day of my last period was on aug 24th and was haveing sex with my husband ... we decide to ... A: What you are referring to is called implantation bleeding. Only about a third of pregnant women ...
Pregnancy on Nuvaring	10/9/2007
Q: So, i've been on birth control pills before & never had any side affects. Then a month ago [sept.12] ... A: If the Nuvaring has been out of the vagina for more than three continuous hours during the 1st or ...
period after miscarriage	10/8/2007
Q: Hell Helen, It's been a while since we last spoke (Sept.) I had a m/c July 20. I was 10-11 weeks no ... A: With three consecutive miscarriages in the past three years, the term "recurrent miscarriage" would ...
AFI level	10/8/2007
Q: I am 34 weeks....I was in the hospital yesterday because it felt as if I was leaking some fluid. ... A: Too little amniotic fluid is called oligohydramnios. When measuring the amount of amniotic fluid by ...
When should I expect my period or am I pregnant?	10/8/2007
Q: I started my period on Sept. 9 at that time I also started birth control. I miss a pill here and ... A: If you had missed a number of pills and/or were not taking the BCP consistently throughout the cycle ...
pregnant?	10/7/2007
Q: For the past few months i have felt pregnant but had my regular periods but this month i had my ... A: Well... there are a plethora of things that may be going on with you. First, have you considered at ...
vaginal discharge	10/7/2007
Q: im 33 weeks pregnant. when i was 32 weeks, close to 33 weeks. my vagina become very puffy and ... A: No, I would not consider this a symptom of pre-term labor. The genital area definitely has an ...
Early Pregnancy Questions (week 5)	10/7/2007
Q: I recently found out that I am Pregnant this week. I went to the doctor and they did a Blood and ... A: Progesterone plays a very important role in pregnancy. Progesterone is a hormone produced by the ...
2 periods in 1 month	10/6/2007
Q: I am 27 and have a 1 year old daughter. I recently had extreme pain in my lower right hand side wen ... A: Irregular bleeding or spotting between periods is called metrorrhagia. Although the cause of ...
pregnant?	10/5/2007
Q: I missed a pill for 7 days or longer. I had unprotected sex for days. I started having a light ... A: If you are still five days before your normal period is expected, it is too early to test and expect ...
jacuzzi's while pregnant	10/5/2007
Q: i am 18weeks pregnant, and my fiance, and i spent a night out at a hotel where we had a spa ... A: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) states that becoming overheated in a ...
Pregnancy with PCOS	10/4/2007
Q: I have PCOS and found out I was pregnant 2 weeks ago. When I told the midwife I have PCOS she did ... A: Women who have PCOS typically have a hard time conceiving a pregnancy, but many who do become ...
Sonogram	10/4/2007
Q: My daughter had a 4D sonogram today and everything looked normal. However, it looked like one eye ... A: 4D scans are still relatively new and are considered "reassurance scans" or "entertainment scans". ...
BABY INHALING FIRST BOWEL MOVEMENT INTO LUNGS	10/4/2007
Q: MY NEICE HAS JUST GIVEN BIRTH TODAY. THEY SAID THE BABY HAD A BOWEL MOVEMENT IN THE SACK AND THEY ... A: When the baby passes a bowel movement in utero it is called meconium. Meconium is sterile, unlike ...
Worried!	10/4/2007
Q: I'm a little worried. My husband and I had a little accident a few days after my period and I might ... A: The MOST fertile time of your cycle is the few days prior prior to, day of, and day after ovulation. ...
cervical change	10/3/2007
Q: I am 33 weeks 1 day. I went to the Dr. today because I was having contractions about 3-5 minutes ... A: Wow - I'm at a loss for words. Were you put on the Cardizem for high blood pressure? The symptoms ...
urinary infection	10/3/2007
Q: Today I am 30 weeks. Since 2 -3 weeks ago, I am having burning sensation around the area and the ... A: The fetal fibronectin (fFN) test helps predict the likelihood of premature delivery. fFN is a ...
cervical change	10/2/2007
Q: I am 33 weeks 1 day. I went to the Dr. today because I was having contractions about 3-5 minutes ... A: If the contractions do not dissipate when you change your activity (if resting, try walking around ...
Used Suspect Skincare before I knew I was pregnant!	10/2/2007
Q: I am 5 weeks pregnant. I used my Plexion Cleansing Pads 4-5 times in the 3rd or 4th week of ... A: Plexion is considered a Pregnancy Category C medication. Animal reproduction studies have not been ...
baby measured 6.5 weeks a week apart fetal pole yolk sac baby no heartbeat	10/1/2007
Q: I'm sorry it's long. and i am NOT getting any cramping or bleeding whatsoever. and i still have ever ... A: OK - first, it absolutely does sound like you made a correct decision in getting the 2nd opinion and ...
follow up question	10/1/2007
Q: HEY BRENDA THANK YOU SOO MUCH FOR YOUR ANSWER. i got my progesterone level result today and nurse ... A: The normal progesterone level during the menstrual cycle from cycle days 15-28 is 2-28 ng/ml. I'm ...
bleeding	10/1/2007
Q: I am on orthotricyclen lo, but this month i was also taking an antibiotic for an ear infection. I ... A: According to the CDC, all types of HPV can cause mild Pap test abnormalities which do not have ...
late 1 week, 2 negative hpt	9/30/2007
Q: My husband and I have been trying 6 months now to get pregnant. I started the ovulation kit, which ... A: If you are ovulating that late in your cycle then, even if you did conceive, you are going to have a ...
About infertility	9/30/2007
Q: I am 26 years old and we been trying to get pregnant for over two years now. We just started ... A: Progesterone plays a very important role in pregnancy. Progesterone is a hormone produced by the ...
Hole in the uterus	9/29/2007
Q: I went on Monday to get the IUD put in for birth control but when the doctor tried doing it she had ... A: In 1 out of every 1,000 women, the IUD will get stuck in or puncture (perforate) the uterus. ...
2 miscarriage	9/29/2007
Q: i lost my first baby dec. 18 2006 i was like 3 months along and the baby stopped growing the first ... A: Many very thin women have babies so, as long as you are eating a healthy, balanced diet, you should ...
i'm 33weeks pregnant with pains in my vagina and leaking fluid.	9/29/2007
Q: Let me first say that ALL my fluid leaked out with my 2nd baby and he is now 2 with alot of ... A: You are very welcome. Again, continue to make note of anything you have concerns about and share it ...
i might be pregnant?	9/29/2007
Q: i need to know the answer..my last period is august 20 or 23 don't remember which one.. i suppose ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
i'm 33weeks pregnant with pains in my vagina and leaking fluid.	9/28/2007
Q: Let me first say that ALL my fluid leaked out with my 2nd baby and he is now 2 with alot of ... A: As to the measurement of amniotic fluid - the sonographer will measure the largest pockets of ...
Gestational Diabetes	9/28/2007
Q: I am at 29 weeks and last night 1 hour after dinner, I tested the gluose which was 115 at 10:00pm ... A: Sweet foods, or foods high in sugar, typically hit your bloodstream quicker than other foods. ...
Possible gestational sac	9/28/2007
Q: I am 47 yrs old and had a tubal ligation 10 years ago. My last menstral cycle started on August 20th ... A: I know - the HPV thing is confusing. And before we actually found the HPV virus and started linking ...
help!	9/27/2007
Q: the first day of my last period was between jan 30 and feb 1st. i had unprotected sex with guy A on ... A: If the 1st day of your LMP was 1/30 and you have regular 28 day cycles, we would expect you to ...
Use of L'Oreal night cream	9/27/2007
Q: I use L'oreal's dermo expertise, advanced revitalift night cream every day on my face It has ... A: I can find no actual contraindications to this product, nor can I find any to Pro-Retinol A or ...
Ovulation Tests	9/27/2007
Q: I'm sure this is a strange question. I was using ovulation test to get pregnant. I stopped my ... A: I'm wondering if you happened to have had an earlier ultrasound? The reason is that ultrasounds done ...
Pregnancy symptoms after the nuvaring	9/26/2007
Q: I just discontinued the nuvaring on September 10,2007. I took it out when I was supposed to, meaning ... A: Since you removed the NuvaRing at the normal time, the "off week", you should have had a normal ...
Possible gestational sac	9/26/2007
Q: I am 47 yrs old and had a tubal ligation 10 years ago. My last menstral cycle started on August 20th ... A: As far as the enlarged uterus/cysts, etc,..., I would really want to withhold any opinion. There is ...
am i in preterm labor? ( again)	9/26/2007
Q: I am 25 y/o and prego with my 3rd child. well 5th if you need to count the miscarriage and the ... A: I am assuming that each time that you went in with these pains they hooked you up to the monitor to ...
stress test at 39weeks and 3 days	9/26/2007
Q: is is common practice to have a stress test prior having a baby within a week. I am 34 is the age ... A: A contraction stress test is done to check: -If your baby will be okay with the reduced oxygen ...
where do i start ?	9/25/2007
Q: I have been off of depo for three years now. I used depoprovera for five years. The pill for eight ... A: Yes, an OB/GYN will be able to do an assessment/evaluation and help to determine if you are ...
HELP	9/25/2007
Q: I am 32 weeks now and I am worried about who the father of my baby is. My period was on Feb 15,2007 ... A: The fetal fibronectin (fFN) test cannot tell you for sure that you are in labor, but it can tell you ...
After Birth Problems	9/24/2007
Q: I just recently had my baby on the 20th. I had a c-section. But I'm having problems with the pain by ... A: Many, many times there is one small area of an incision that seems to be more sore than the rest of ...
vback birth	9/24/2007
Q: after having c-cereans,what are my chances of finding a doctor who will let me have a vback ... A: V-BACs (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) do carry a certain amount of risk. Doctors usually assess each ...
I NEED ANSWERS	9/24/2007
Q: Well im only 19 and i have 3 pregnancies and resulted in miscarriages the last one was a spontaneous ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
spotting at start of period	9/23/2007
Q: I'm not sure if you can help me but I'm having a problem determining the start of my period, ... A: If the spotting was enough to protect clothing, I would suggest that you count that day as cycle day ...
hcg levels rising after miscarriage - possibly new pregnancy?	9/23/2007
Q: On Aug.25, I had a positive pregnancy test. I was 4.5 weeks at the time (1 week late for my period - ... A: Most often after a miscarriage or D&C your bleeding will taper off to spotting within 7-10 days, and ...
HELP	9/23/2007
Q: I am 32 weeks now and I am worried about who the father of my baby is. My period was on Feb 15,2007 ... A: If the date of your LMP was 2/15 and you have a history of regular 28 day periods, I would calculate ...
pills- wrong order	9/21/2007
Q: I am on birth control and have never made a mistake with it, but I just realized that, though I am ... A: I would suggest taking the pills from the pack from here on out as you normally would. For instance: ...
MY DAUGHTER'S PREGNANCY	9/21/2007
Q: SHOULD I BE CONCERNED TAT MY DAUGHTER MEASURES AT 36 WEEK, EVEN IF SHE IS ONLY 29 WEEKS. SHE IS ... A: If her fundal height is measuring 36 cm at 29 weeks gestation, she is measuring "large for dates". ...
About infertility	9/21/2007
Q: I am 26 years old and we been trying to get pregnant for over two years now. We just started ... A: Letrozole works by helping your pituitary gland (located at the base of the brain) improve the ...
am i going into labor?	9/20/2007
Q: I am 37 weeks, 2cm plus 1 and am having severe back pain whenever I get up and try to walk anywhere. ... A: If the contractions do not dissipate when you change your activity (if resting, try walking around ...
2 periods	9/20/2007
Q: My fiance started her period on the 29th of aug and ended on the 3rd or 4th of sept. and now about ... A: The medical term for irregular bleeding or spotting between periods is metrorrhagia and it can be ...
stillbirth and miscarriage	9/20/2007
Q: I am 25 years old and september of 2006 at 40 weeks I found out that our little girl had no ... A: As tragic as all of this is, your doctor is more than likely correct. The two incidents probably are ...
worried about HCG levels after miscarriage	9/20/2007
Q: my question is regarding HCG levels... I had a missed miscarriage at the end of July at almost 9 ... A: This really is not all that unusual. If there had been a spike of 20 points, I'd be more concerned. ...
Hi	9/20/2007
Q: So when I got pregnant again, another doctor figure that it was more pre-term labor so she didn't do ... A: A vaginal scan is the best way to measure your cervix because it can be seen much more clearly this ...
Pregnancy	9/19/2007
Q: i am 22 years old and married for the past 9 months.we have been using condoms in the proper way.i ... A: More than likely the pills which you took to postpone your period have altered your cycles a bit. ...
I am worried	9/19/2007
Q: I just recently forgot to take my pills and ended up getting my period. I waited until my period was ... A: At this point, you have not missed a period. If you had actually missed a period, I would be more ...
5 positive tests... 1 negative. have questions....	9/18/2007
Q: I took 5 at home urine tests.. all came out positive, sign darkness increasing by the day. I took 1 ... A: If you have had five positive urine pregnancy tests which show a more positive reading every time ...
I am worried	9/18/2007
Q: I just recently forgot to take my pills and ended up getting my period. I waited until my period was ... A: Some women have to go through a few normal menstrual cycles before being able to conceive, however ...
Any harms	9/18/2007
Q: I am now at 27 weeks and 3 days. And upto now I am still having morning sickness, legs cramp and I ... A: Please don't worry overly much about this. Sometimes that little being squirming around in our body ...
Threatened miscarriage	9/17/2007
Q: I am supposedly 7 weeks pregnant or was, but the other day i started spotting red and later on it ... A: Since you have irregular menstrual cycles, it is not impossible that the previous dating of the ...
recent miscarriage now what?	9/17/2007
Q: On August 14 we had a miscarriage, I was 12 weeks and had heard the heartbeat a week earlier. I had ... A: The first period after a miscarriage is very rarely "normal". More than likely this was a period, ...
HPV	9/16/2007
Q: Can HPV be transmitted by anything other than actual intercourse? Does it have to be contact ... A: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is possible to transmit HPV ...
36 weeks positive GBS	9/15/2007
Q: I am 36 weeks and have tested positive for GBS. I am about 4 cm dilated 50% efaced and am having ... A: WOW - if you are dilating that quickly without any discomfort at 36 weeks, I'm slightly surprised ...
Dilated cervix	9/15/2007
Q: i went to the doctor today and she had told me that my cervix was dilated to a 1 plus i was ... A: A "1+" would be between a 1 and 2cm - a bit more than 1cm. So...it is starting for you! :-) Please ...
hcg levels rising after miscarriage - possibly new pregnancy?	9/15/2007
Q: On Aug.25, I had a positive pregnancy test. I was 4.5 weeks at the time (1 week late for my period - ... A: OK - on 9/2 the hCG was 59. In a healthy pregnancy, the hCG level really would have been expected to ...
pregnancy	9/15/2007
Q: if the first day of my last period was the 28th of july, how far along in my regnancy am i? A: With a LMP date of 7/28, if you have a history of 28 day cycles I would calculate you to be at 7 ...
Gas and Bloating During Pregnancy	9/14/2007
Q: I am currently 17 weeks pregnant with my fourth child. This is the first pregnancy that I have been ... A: You need to see an OB doctor that you are comfortable with. If he had already listened to the baby's ...
HELP	9/14/2007
Q: I HAD SEX ON JUNE 19TH WITH ONE PERSON, GOT MY PERIOD June 20TH, HAD INTERCOURSE WITH MY FIANCEE ON ... A: Typically, the day before a period is not a fertile time of your cycle and sperm cells can only ...
Completly Confused	9/13/2007
Q: So to start a long story I stopped taking Depo on June 15 , and began the pill on June 17th I lost ... A: After Depo Provera is discontinued, your menstrual cycles can be a bit irregular. With the ...
Pregancy	9/13/2007
Q: I had my iud removed in july. I had a period on aud 11 for four days. I have been having ... A: First, if you have a urinary tract infection OR a yeast infection (whichever it may be), you need to ...
colposcopy results	9/13/2007
Q: i recently had a colposocpoy and the results confuse me can you help explain they say I have HSIL, ... A: HSIL is high-grade SIL (squamous intraepithelial lesion). Squamous is a kind of flat cell found ...
Cervical Mucus	9/12/2007
Q: I recently noticed some blood in my cervical mucus. I assume I am ovulating, but is this normal??? ... A: It is not unusual for cervical mucus to be tinged with blood accompanying ovulation. If you are ...
no fetus heartbeat	9/12/2007
Q: im supposed to be nine weeks five days pregnant i went to the doctors today and she tried using the ... A: I guess I'm waiting to hear the next part of this story... Did you not then go to have an ...
Weird Periods	9/12/2007
Q: I am 33 Years Old Have Had Regular Periods All My Life. About 3 Months Ago I had a period that ... A: A normal menstrual period lasts from 2-7 days. The normal cycle patterns can range from 21-35 days. ...
pink discharge	9/11/2007
Q: I HAD A REGULAR PERIOD ON AUG 15, IT LASTED 4 DAYS,NORMAL FOR ME. MY CYCLE IS ABOUT 21-24 DAYS. ON ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
tryong again after stillbirth	9/11/2007
Q: I recently (four weeks ago)lost our fisrt baby at 39 weeks. He was stillborn due to a placental ... A: I cannot even imagine... I will pray that you have wonderful, supportive, loving family and friends ...
expected period	9/11/2007
Q: I had a m/c on July 20 and haven't had my period still, my husband and I had unprotected sex on Aug. ... A: With a pregnancy, the hCG that is produced suppresses ovulation. Most women can expect their levels ...
placental lakes	9/11/2007
Q: I went for my 20 week ultra sound and my doctor told me that I have a placental lake that no is not ... A: With placental lakes, it depends upon the size and the involvement with umbilical circulation. On ...
could i be pregnant?	9/10/2007
Q: I am 26 years old and have been married for 10 years. We have never had a baby and several false ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last couple of cycles, then you cannot dismiss the possibility ...
early pregnancy	9/9/2007
Q: I have taken 5 pregnancy tests at home - all positive! :-) Now I called the doctor and they say they ... A: I am actually a little surprised as well. In my experience, most doctors want to see you for that ...
alternating periods	9/8/2007
Q: My cycle switches every month from 22 days one month to 28 days the next back to 22. At first I ... A: Yes, it certainly could affect fertility. You may be ovulating every other cycle (on the 28 day ...
HELP!!	9/8/2007
Q: The first day of my last period was July 9'th of 2007. I had intercourse with a guy on the 15'th ... A: If you have regular 28 day cycles, we expect you to ovulate about 14 days into each cycle. For you, ...
missed periods	9/8/2007
Q: I don't know if you'll be able to answer this or not but I thought it was worth a shot. I've asked ... A: If it has been going on since you began menstruating, it is most likely a physiologic cause, as ...
blighted ovum/eptopic?/ovarian cysts	9/7/2007
Q: I had an intra-uterine insemination on July 25, after using a combination of Clomid and Repronex ... A: This really is such a judgement call. Because of that, I really cannot tell you which way to go. I ...
can I be pregnate on a marina	9/7/2007
Q: I have had my marina 9 months and I went to the doctor she said My uterus is enlarging why is this? ... A: In the event that a pregnancy occurs with Mirena, or any IUD, in place, ideally the device should be ...
RH Negative	9/7/2007
Q: I had an abortion years ago i found out i was Rh negative . I was given the injection right before ... A: I'm not sure what you mean by "one use only". Here is some information on RhoGAM (the injection for ...
Could I be pregnant?	9/7/2007
Q: I had intercourse on Aug 19 2007. Aug 29 I had a very light period. It lasted for three days and I ... A: If the sex on 8/19 was unprotected, the possibility of pregnancy cannot be dismissed. The bleeding ...
What should I do?	9/7/2007
Q: I am now at 25 weeks and 2 days and aged 38. Weeks ago I asked you a question and got your answer ... A: First, I'm going to give you some information on the labs: As to the AST - One of the two main ...
Pregnant/Cyst	9/7/2007
Q: I have not had a period since the early part of August. I went to the doctor for an a pregnancy test ... A: The increase in the hormones estrogen and progesterone can sometimes cause a cyst, or cysts, to form ...
pregnant or not?	8/29/2007
Q: my period is usually regular but last month i got my period twice.after that ihad unprotected sex so ... A: More than likely the delay in your period this cycle is due to the emergency contraception. At the ...
Am i pregnant?	8/29/2007
Q: I have been trying to get pregnant for over a year. My last period was 7-25-07 and today 8-28-07 i ... A: Pregnancy may be a possibility. I usually recommend that women wait until after the full week of a ...
vericose veins in 'private area'	8/29/2007
Q: I have had three boys, the youngest is 3. My veins in my legs was pretty bad behind my knee and ... A: A very common cause of varicose veins is pregnancy. The enlarged uterus compresses the large veins ...
i feel pregnant	8/29/2007
Q: Ok I am not sure of the last date of my last period but it was in the last week or so of July I ... A: I can't even imagine how much money you have spent if you have taken 15 tests already!! :-) Here's ...
degenerative fibroids	8/28/2007
Q: I am a 37 year old woman with a long history of fibroids. I went to the ER a few days ago with ... A: Here's what I found about the Embolization procedure - a catheter is placed in each of the two ...
continued bleeding after 1 missed pill&antibiotics	8/28/2007
Q: I've recently started taking the combined pill and the first month went off without a hitch, week ... A: Women can have irregular bleeding in the first few months after starting the BCP anyway. The fact ...
late period, pregnancy test neg. vaginal discharge	8/28/2007
Q: I am 22 yrs. old and i had a forced abortion when i was 19 and was checked afterwards and i was ... A: Many times an abundance of cervical mucus is simply related to a hormone fluctuation or shift. Women ...
No period and dull abdomen pain	8/27/2007
Q: I am 29. Last period Jul26. Today is Aug26 No period. Dull pain in abdomen. tender brests. But ... A: The symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can be related to early pregnancy or simply to ...
I am very confused.	8/27/2007
Q: I am 23 years old and have been trying to get pregnant since I was 20. The first day of my last ... A: I will try not to rant about the fact that this country has people who cannot simply go to a doctor ...
Almost 38 week pregnant and haven't dilated	8/27/2007
Q: I am almost 38 week pregnant and I haven't dilated yet. Should I be worried? This is my first ... A: No worries - the timing of dilation (opening of the cervix) and effacement (thinning of the cervix) ...
placenta praevia and subchorionic hemorrhage	8/26/2007
Q: I am 21 years old and pregnant for my first ever time. Currently I am 17 weeks pregnant. I have an ... A: What you've described is a complete previa (the cervical opening is completely covered), as opposed ...
Your adivce	8/26/2007
Q: I am at 24 weeks and 4 days and aged 38. These 2 days I felt extremely tired, nausea and dizzness ... A: Normally, the body maintains the blood glucose level between about 70 to 150 mg/dL. So your level ...
never had mine	8/26/2007
Q: i haven't had my period yet and im nearly 16. should i use birth control pills to help induce it??? A: This is a condition called primary amenorrhea. Primary amenorrhea is not considered to have occurred ...
degenerative fibroids	8/26/2007
Q: I am a 37 year old woman with a long history of fibroids. I went to the ER a few days ago with ... A: They usually can note calcification via ultrasound and I believe they usually start changing shape ...
lower abdomen	8/26/2007
Q: I am currently taking Clomid for fertility problems. I finished my 2nd cycle this past month and I ... A: Your symptoms could be a variety of things - bloating related to delayed menses and/or your hormone ...
Temp Drop No AF	8/25/2007
Q: My temp dropped but AF never came. What can cause this? I want to wait till CD 45 to test, but in ... A: Wow, your temps really are a little jumpy, aren't they? :-) What you are looking for is to see a ...
tear in placenta	8/25/2007
Q: i went to the doctor i was wk and started having cramps she said my baby had a heart beat but had ... A: Another name for tearing of the placenta is placental abruption. Placental abruption is the early ...
All the symptoms, no positive tests.	8/25/2007
Q: I have 3 beautiful boys, but that was all my husband and I have planned for, however, I have been ... A: The symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can be related to early pregnancy or can be ...
concieve	8/25/2007
Q: if my due date is October 8, 2007 when was the day that i had intercourse? A: According to my calculations (backwards) :-) ... If your due date is 10/8/07, your LMP date would ...
degenerative fibroids	8/25/2007
Q: I am a 37 year old woman with a long history of fibroids. I went to the ER a few days ago with ... A: Uterine fibroids are nodules of smooth muscle cells and fibrous connective tissue that develop ...
could i be pregant	8/24/2007
Q: i had a very lite period last month it last two day . i am 7 days late this month my breast are sore ... A: Some women have a terrible time getting a positive reading from home pregnancy tests early on in a ...
Blighted ovum	8/24/2007
Q: I am 33 years old and 7 1/2 weeks pregnant. I went for my first sono appointment today. The ... A: OK, first things first... First, please don't let the "horror" stories on the internet stress you ...
no fetal heartbeat detected	8/23/2007
Q: I went to my obgyn on 7/21/07 to find out if i was pregnant. she did a sonogram (transvaginal) and ... A: It is extremely unusual that an embryo would measure at 7 weeks with no heart activity, but not ...
Progesterone Supplementation	8/23/2007
Q: I had an IUI and am 9 weeks pregnant, and using Progesterone (Prometrium) vaginally since ovulation. ... A: There really is conflicting data on the use of progesterone during pregnancy. Many doctors have had ...
PG with Twins after a LEEP	8/23/2007
Q: I had a LEEP about 4 yrs ago. I am now pg w/ twins. I have seen a perinatologist and am seeing my ... A: You should not need a cerclage simply by virtue of having a previous LEEP procedure. The only time ...
What do you think?	8/22/2007
Q: I have always had regular cycles, 29 days or less. I am on day 35 and no period in sight. I took ... A: The symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can be related to early pregnancy or to hormone ...
At 4weeks and 3 days of my pregnancy	8/22/2007
Q: I am at 4 weeks and 3 days of my pregnancy and also confirmed with a blood test. My doctor says my ... A: Yep - perfectly normal. Some women are inundated with all kinds of symptoms very early on and they ...
fibroids,prominent endometrium	8/22/2007
Q: 6 cm, endometrium mesuring 9 mm in thickness. left ovary mesures greater than 6 cm with 2 complex ... A: Multiple uterine masses could definitely impede implantation of a fertilized egg into the uterine ...
how aaccurate is the conception date???	8/22/2007
Q: i had sex with my ex boyfriend on june 17..And i went on vacation and had sex on july 21...i wanted ... A: If you conceived on 6/17, your due date would be approximately 3/8/08, making you about 11.5 weeks ...
Short Cervix	8/21/2007
Q: I am 23 weeks pregnant now. This is my first pregnancy. Last week an ultrasound scanning had been ... A: The cervix looks like a tube on a vaginal scan, and is usually between 3-5 cms in length, with one ...
i feel stupid asking this	8/21/2007
Q: i've never had sex, so i consider myself a virgin. but i haven't gotten my period for two months and ... A: If there was no opportunity for wet semen to come in contact with your vagina or genital area, there ...
Menstrual spotting and Cramps	8/20/2007
Q: I just had a mis-carriage on July 12th and have yet to start my cycle again. My cycles were always ... A: The first cycle after a miscarriage/D&C is often confusing, so you are not alone. Most of the time ...
Falling pregnant	8/20/2007
Q: I have 2 Beutiful boys already that I conceived fairly quickly. My husband and I are trying to fall ... A: Unless you have had some type of medical complication since the last pregnancy or are quite a bit ...
Am I pregnant even though I have a period?	8/19/2007
Q: Me and my fiance are trying for our second child and I have had all the symptoms of pregnancy... ... A: Unfortunately, I can't tell you whether you are pregnant or not. The typical symptoms of early ...
No period for over 5 months!	8/18/2007
Q: I'm 19 and I haven't had a normal period in almost 5 and a half months, and I've feared several ... A: There are many various causes for amenorrhea (absence of periods) - pregnancy being just one. Others ...
pregnant	8/17/2007
Q: I had py period about 2 weeks ago and it only lasted not even 2 days. I am on the pill.My husband ... A: The hormones in the BCP essentially fool the body into thinking it is already pregnant and suppress ...
ob/gyn finder	8/17/2007
Q: I would like to know how to find a good ob/gyn around the Indianapolis, IN area, who is okay with ... A: There is a website that provides you with basic professional information on almost every licensed ...
confused who the father may be	8/16/2007
Q: I am confused and was wondering if you could help. last day of LMP was dec. 13 2006. I had sex with ... A: If your LMP was 12/13/06, I calculate (based on 28 day cycles) that your estimated ...
vibrating sensation	8/16/2007
Q: For about 4 hours this morning, I had a strange vibrating sensation in the area where my bladder ... A: It sounds like a bladder spasm - a long one, but a spasm nonetheless. You may have a bit of ...
lab errors	8/16/2007
Q: Well im 24years old, and 10w5d pregnant, and i had blood drawn last week to check my hcg levels. ... A: For Down's babies and testing, it is a little more complicated... In the first and second trimesters ...
paternity	8/15/2007
Q: I was with two men in the month of december and january and need to know who fathered my baby. I am ... A: If your due date has been determined to be 9/19, I calculate your estimated date of conception to be ...
Questions	8/15/2007
Q: I am now 23 weeks. And 3 days ago I ate in a Japanese restaurant, I did not eat sushi, I ate ... A: In regard to your nipple, I would suggest that you simply show your OB doctor and he/she will be ...
Pregnancy	8/14/2007
Q: I've had a yeast infection for about a week now. All of a sudden, a few of days ago I had some pink ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last menstrual cycle then you cannot dismiss the ...
my period is late	8/14/2007
Q: i been on birth control (yasmin) for the past 3 years until this past may due that my prescription ... A: There are many various causes for amenorrhea (absence of periods) - pregnancy being just one. Others ...
progesterone + 8 weeks = negative HPT?	8/14/2007
Q: I miscarried (and had a D&C) in April at almost 11 weeks. At the beginning of June, I took ... A: No, the progesterone is used mainly to simply get a cycle started. If you have irregular cycles, ...
Mieria IUD	8/13/2007
Q: ..I had my Iud inserted in Nov 03 and its alomost time for a new one to be inserted....How would i ... A: There is really no way to know if it is working properly or not unless you begin to have unusual ...
Gallbladder removed while pregnant	8/13/2007
Q: Well 2 weeks ago I had my gallbladder removed i was not given a test to see if i was pregnant. Well ... A: Well, first - just to ease your mind - even if they had tested you before the surgery, it may or may ...
What should I do?	8/13/2007
Q: I am 38 weeks and 1 day and I am due August 25th I am sooo ready to go into labor...Is there ... A: I know you're frustrated - as many women are as they near the end of their pregnancy (especially ...
Rohgam	8/12/2007
Q: My cousin went into the hospital to be looked at because she was just under 14 weeks pregnant and ... A: The RhoGAM injection for Rh incompatibility is typically given around 28 weeks. That is because the ...
Could I be???	8/12/2007
Q: My fiance and I have decided to try to have a baby, and for the past 2 weeks I have had all the ... A: The mind is a very powerful thing - that is how this phenomenon happens. Now, that is not to say ...
bed rest	8/12/2007
Q: I'm 18, almost 21 weeks pregnant, and am already having many pain issues. I have fibromyalgia and ... A: Well, I certainly think it is worth a discussion with your doctor. You diagnosis of fibromyalgia ...
Believe the test?	8/11/2007
Q: I was suppose to have my period on Aug 8th - I took a hpt today (10th) and it was positive. I have ... A: If you have had unprotected sex during the last cycle (especially between cycle days 11-17) and had ...
spotting 2 days after period	8/11/2007
Q: i got my period and it lasted for 3 days, when they usually last for about 5. After 2 days i started ... A: Hormones. More than likely this is related to fluctuating hormone levels - whether that is due to an ...
Question for a friend who is 38 weeks	8/11/2007
Q: I have a friend who is 38 weeks and has had a chronic cough for months now. Her blood pressure was ... A: Without knowing what her BP actually was and what her baseline BP has been, I can't say whether ...
Second trimester heavy bleeding	8/11/2007
Q: At about 15 weeks, I started bleeding yesterday very heavily. In a half hour, my underwear, pants, ... A: It sounds like you are looking for a percentage when you ask what your chances are for a full-term ...
pregnancy	8/10/2007
Q: I had sex on July 29th. When will be the best time to take a pregnancy test so that it will be ... A: If you have regular 28 day cycles, the most fertile time of your cycle is typically the week of ...
Am i in labor?	8/10/2007
Q: Im 37 weeks and 3cm and today ive been having irregular contractions all day.There mostly in my back ... A: If you are past that 37 week mark and there was no question about the dating of the pregnancy, you ...
DEAD FETUS	8/10/2007
Q: I AM A 27 YEAR OLD WOMAN WITH FOUR CHILDREN. MY LAST CHILD WAS DELIVERED IN OCT. 2005. I HAD AN ... A: If the ultrasound found a non-viable 7.5 week fetus, you will eventually miscarry. Many doctors and ...
Pregant while on Provera	8/10/2007
Q: How much risk does my baby really face given it was conceived while I was taking 10 mg of Provera ... A: Many women actually are prescribed Provera during their pregnancies if their progesterone level is ...
post d+c	8/10/2007
Q: 5 1/2 wks post d+c with no menses yet and hcg 899. Peak pre-miscarriage only 4000. Presumably ... A: Well, congratulations! Dating of pregnancies (the 40 weeks) is by LMP. So, I would suspect if you ...
mixed babies	8/9/2007
Q: My wife cheated on me with a black man and does not know witch of us is the father. Now here is the ... A: Here's a shocker for you... there have been situations of couples who are blonde and blue eyed who ...
Mucous Plug at full term	8/9/2007
Q: My daughter is due todsy August 8, 2007 and had been having false contractions for the pase 5 days. ... A: Losing the mucus plug is most often the first sign that labor is approaching, but there is no way to ...
missed period	8/9/2007
Q: ok, I took the pill for three weeks then missed a day and started my period the next day so I quit ... A: Well, obviously the hormones in the BCP could have created the symptoms you describe initially. ...
Hoping I am pregnant...	8/8/2007
Q: This past month my husband and I have tried to conceive. My last period started July 8th. I had ... A: I suggest that you wait out the week. If it is a normal period in duration and flow for you, you are ...
12 wks preg. baby measures 6 wks	8/8/2007
Q: I am 12 weeks pregnant, i went for my u/s. The baby is only measuring 6 weeks and she couldnt find ... A: If this is your first ultrasound, it may simply be that you are off on dating - or at least your ...
Getting Pregnant after Birth Control	8/7/2007
Q: I have heard many conflicting reports about the immediate months that follow when a woman goes off ... A: It truly depends on each individual woman. Some women can discontinue BCP use and immediately get ...
I haven't had a period since I took Provera 7months ago	8/7/2007
Q: I'm 23 years old. I was on the patch for about a year, then me and my husband decided to have a ... A: It sounds like you are getting qualitative blood pregnancy tests, which give a positive/negative ...
PID/Medroxyprogesterone	8/7/2007
Q: Recently I have been given medroxyprogesterone as a way to make my period come. About five years ago ... A: Medroxyprogesterone is used to treat abnormal menstruation (periods) or irregular vaginal bleeding. ...
Help !!	8/6/2007
Q: my name is brenda im 16 years old and im in fear that i might be pregnet. me and my boyfriend ... A: Well, the answer to your first question is that theoretically you can get pregnant at any time ...
pregnancy	8/5/2007
Q: can you have symptoms of ovulation but be pregnant A: If you are pregnant, you shouldn't be ovulating. Ovulation symptoms are usually simply a very slight ...
Nursing Instruction/OB	8/5/2007
Q: I am a senior nursing student and will be taking an OB/GYN class this semester. The complementary CD ... A: I completely understand your dilemma. Try doing it all 20 years ago! :-) As far as prenatal exams, ...
ovarian cyst	8/5/2007
Q: I just found out accidentally in a spinal mri I have a 4.2 cm cyst with follicles in it, and being ... A: Cysts that develop as part of the natural function of the ovary are called "functional cysts". There ...
Could I be pregnant	8/4/2007
Q: I was supposed to start my period a week ago, but I got light spotting instead. I took a pregnancy ... A: If you are the BCP, you should have been protected from pregnancy. The BCP works by suppressing ...
Concerns	8/4/2007
Q: I am a GBS carrier(they found GBS in my urine) and I had the Amniocentesis done at 16 weeks and I am ... A: OK, first - the chances of you leaking amniotic fluid via the vagina after an amniocentesis is ...
brown blood	8/4/2007
Q: My LMP was on 25 June 2007, and I did the blood test this Monday, 31 July 07, the value is 75. I am ... A: The normal values for hCG in early pregnancy are very broad. If your LMP was 6/25, that calculates ...
GSB Positive & Precipitous Labor	8/4/2007
Q: I'm 37 weeks and I just found out that I'm GSB positive. I understand that I'd need to get ... A: Many adults - including 25% of pregnant women in the United States - have group B strep in their ...
fertility after egg donation	8/3/2007
Q: i donated my eggs in may have only had two periods since then. I am trying to concieve. partner ... A: First - sorry about my delay in answering. I needed to help a friend yesterday and was away from my ...
can i be pregant	8/3/2007
Q: i had my tubes done 2 years ago i have 3 kids i have all the signs of being pregnant can i really be ... A: First - sorry about my delay in answering. I needed to help a friend yesterday and was away from my ...
Hematoma after c-section	8/2/2007
Q: I gave birth via c-section to my second child on 7/19. Everything went fine in the hospital and at ... A: First - sorry about my delay in answering. I needed to help a friend yesterday and was away from my ...
placenta circumvallate	8/2/2007
Q: I have placenta circumvallate and cannot find much information on it. My questions range ...ie., ... A: First - sorry about my delay in answering. I needed to help a friend yesterday and was away from my ...
Period	8/2/2007
Q: I had a c-section with my second son on 1 March and lost 4 litres of blood. I've had one period ... A: First - sorry about my delay in answering. I needed to help a friend yesterday and was away from my ...
Possible Miscarriage	8/2/2007
Q: On 26/7/07 I went to the hospital with some vaginal bleeding. The Dr. did an internal exam and said ... A: First - sorry about my delay in answering. I needed to help a friend yesterday and was away from my ...
labor?	8/1/2007
Q: I lost my mucus plug and now having bloody show, been having irregular contractions and now having ... A: It sounds like labor is starting for you. Here are some signs of true labor: -Contractions come ...
women's health	8/1/2007
Q: is it safe to use feminine cleansing cloth like eves or playtex. does it have any effect on a woman ... A: You are right about douching. Most doctors and the American College of Obstetricians and ...
Fast fetal heartbeat	8/1/2007
Q: I had my first ultrasound last week at 9 wks 3 days which was right on the money by my calculations ... A: If the baby was moving during the ultrasound, an elevated heart rate would be expected. By the time ...
low HCG levels?	7/31/2007
Q: my LMP was on June 5th, 2007. I took a pregnancy test on July 25th. I consulted my doctor on the ... A: According to my calculations, with a LMP of 6/5 and regular 28 day cycles, you would have been 7 ...
pregnancy	7/31/2007
Q: I have a question about pregnancy symptoms. My husband and I are trying to have another baby,(our ... A: Fatigue can happen very early on in pregnancy, as can headaches due to the sudden rise in hormones. ...
ovulation and menstruation	7/31/2007
Q: I am having trouble conceiving. I have no Lh surge (via an ovulation kit). That means that no egg is ... A: Having a period does not necessarily mean that ovulation has taken place. Some women may have what ...
NuvaRing yellowing	7/30/2007
Q: I have been on the nuvaring for over a year now, but my gyno put me on it continuously starting ... A: I can find nothing in my research about NuvaRing yellowing. I guess if it were me, I'd change it out ...
Tubaligation	7/30/2007
Q: I miss my period for this month and my tubes are tide. A: OK, well you haven't really asked a question, but I'll do my best to give you some information... ...
Pregnancy	7/29/2007
Q: My girlfriend and I are both 16 and we occasionally fool around with masturbating each other and ... A: If the majority of the ejaculate was contained within your left hand and you only used the right ...
pregancy symptoms	7/29/2007
Q: are mild headaches signs of pregancy? Because they just started coming between my period.My period ... A: It sounds more like you may be experiencing a bit of a hormonal imbalance which is causing the ...
cancer/surgery/pregnancy	7/29/2007
Q: I just found out that I am pregnant with my first pregnancy at age 36. I am currently in my 6th ... A: No, your baby will not contract cancer from the cancer you have been diagnosed with. I know you have ...
MTHFR	7/28/2007
Q: I tested positive for MTHFR in both genes as I was told by the genetic specialist. I am in my sixth ... A: First - no on aspirin. Aspirin is contraindicated in pregnancy unless directed by a doctor who has ...
Subchorionic Hematoma	7/27/2007
Q: I was diagnosed to have a moderate subchorionic hematoma on the lower part of the whatever, I was ... A: The dydrogesterone is simply a synthetic (man-made) form of progesterone. Progesterone is a hormone ...
Could this be a sign of being pregnant	7/27/2007
Q: I had sex about 2 weeks before my period was due an now i have missed my period..I feel like i want ... A: Yes, the symptoms you describe can be symptoms of early pregnancy but they are hormonal in nature ...
large for dates	7/27/2007
Q: i am 24 weeks pregnant with my 4th child. i have been consistently measuring large for dates ( ... A: Most often when a woman is measuring consistently large for dates the doctor will order an ...
Pregnancy hormone	7/27/2007
Q: My sister was in an extremely abusive relationship where her husband threatened to kill her and any ... A: Tell your sister congratulations on her courage and strength and that her life will get better in ...
Blood surrounding the yolk sac	7/26/2007
Q: I went in for a 6 week ultrasound this morning. The x ray technician informed me that my bladder ... A: At 6 weeks, clearly defined gestational sac(s), yolk sac(s), and usually a fetal pole (or two, if ...
Motorcycle Trip planned around Ovulation - Can I still go?	7/26/2007
Q: I have average cycle lengths of 28 days since going off the pill in April. We are attempting to ... A: Implantation typically occurs about a week after conception. You would be right on the edge of that ...
pregnacy after laser ablation of the cervix	7/26/2007
Q: I am a 29 yr old woman i had laser ablation about 7mos ago and am trying to get pregnant i wanted to ... A: Endometrial ablation typically is not recommended for women who are still trying to conceive ...
birth control pill and irregular period	7/26/2007
Q: I have been on the birth control pill for 10 years and i stopped taking the pill 5 months ago. I was ... A: Did you have irregular periods before going on the BCP? Very often when women come off the BCP, ...
fetal pole but no heartbeat	7/25/2007
Q: I am in a very confused state of mind and am hoping that you can help. My LMP was 28rd May. I have ... A: Although by 6 weeks gestation we expect to see some fetal heart activity, another landmark that we ...
pregnant?	7/25/2007
Q: I had a menstral miscarriage at not quite 6 weeks pregnant last month. My doctor put me back on the ... A: If you had the "uh-ohs" after 7-10 days on the BCP and you have taken the BCP as prescribed every ...
Not Pregnant yet!	7/24/2007
Q: Iam 24 years old I have son who will be 3years old in September. I have always had irregular ... A: Since the Provera worked to regulate your periods pretty well for three months following the first ...
bleeding after D&C	7/24/2007
Q: its been two weeks and two days already since my D&c i was 7 weeks and 3 days, still bleeding, ... A: The endometrial stripe is basically the "thickness" of the inner lining (endometrium) of your ...
peri-gestational bleed	7/24/2007
Q: I am 7 weeks pregnant, and just wasn't feeling right. I went to the E.R and was told that I had a ... A: Another name for a perigestational bleed is a subchorionic hematoma. A subchorionic hematoma is ...
^ HCG levels	7/23/2007
Q: @9 wk's 1 day my levels are @ 284,000 i had 2 u/s & there were only 1 heart beat what should i be ... A: You are slightly high for 9 weeks gestation, but there is a wide range of normal. The normal range ...
provera	7/23/2007
Q: I missed my period for the first time last month and am not pregnant. I was put on provera 10mg 1 ... A: Each woman reacts differently. Some women will react very readily to the medication and could ...
infection	7/23/2007
Q: So I am almost 25 weeks pregnant and every since I used a cream called Vandazole for a yeast ... A: Yeast infections occur SO frequently in pregnancy. Your body is going through so many changes right ...
fetal heartbeat	7/23/2007
Q: I am measuring just over 13 weeks but I am 11 weeks, dr couldn't hear the heartbeat with the ... A: By what you've said, I'll assume by "measuring" you mean your fundus, or uterine height, is ...
I am confused by my due date	7/22/2007
Q: my name is Katarina and I have a question my firs day of my last period was Nov.1.2007 I did not ... A: If your LMP was 11/1/06 and you have regular 28 day cycles, by my calculations your estimated due ...
does dropping hcg mean miscarriage?	7/22/2007
Q: My hcg levels have dropped and I'm pretty sure I'm miscarrying. I had 2 follicles and a trigger ... A: It really would not make a difference whether there were 2 or 10 follicles. Once there is a ...
Is that safe?	7/22/2007
Q: Do you think that prgnant women always have teeth gum problems? My upper jaw become very sensitive ... A: During pregnancy, your gums are more likely to become inflamed or infected. This is due to hormonal ...
getting pregnant right after period	7/21/2007
Q: can i get pregnant 2days after period going off . A: Theoretically, you can get pregnant at any time during your cycle. You should always make sure you ...
Late period, cramping, light bleeding...pregnant?	7/21/2007
Q: I am 32 years old and for the past 2 months my husband and I have been trying to get pregnant. The ... A: If you know that you ovulate late in your cycles, then your theory is correct. The later you ...
How can I tell?	7/21/2007
Q: My name is Leslie. I have been receiving the DEPO shot since last October. To date I have only ... A: First of all, the hormone that is tested for in ALL pregnancy tests is hCG - human chorionic ...
planning second child after ceasar	7/20/2007
Q: Four months ago i have birth to my son - emergency ceasar. I was told his head was too big for my ... A: V-BACs (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) do carry a certain amount of risk. Doctors usually assess each ...
periods/pregnancy	7/20/2007
Q: My husband and i are trying to get pregnant. I have never tracked my period before until these last ... A: Many women vary by a few days from cycle to cycle - this is not abnormal. A three day period is fine ...
Conflicting tests	7/20/2007
Q: I am 4 days late for my period. I took 2 HPT's yesterday and both came back positive, but when I ... A: Dating using your 6/25 LMP and 21 day menstrual cycles would put you at about 4 weeks, 4 days today ...
Small Cervical Os	7/19/2007
Q: I'm 29 years old and have been trying to conceive for 2 years. I'm of normal weight (5'4", 120 lbs) ... A: If you have normal menstrual bleeding, then the size of the cervical os is large enough for sperm ...
perimenopause	7/19/2007
Q: I will be 40 in a few weeks. I recently had a D & C due to years of irregular bleeding. I had a ... A: Oh Tracy, I am totally LOL... I'm right there with ya, girl! OK, seriously now - the hot flashes ...
prometrium	7/19/2007
Q: I am pregnant once again. I have had 2 miscarrges in the past and my dr. has put me on the ... A: Back pain can be a side effect of Prometrium. Vaginal dryness/itching/discharge can also be a side ...
could i be pregnant or just having hormone problems	7/19/2007
Q: I have had a hormonal imbalance for a while and have bleed since October for every day up until ... A: If you have had unprotected sex since your last regular period, you cannot dismiss the possibility ...
help!	7/19/2007
Q: I had severe left pelvic, and back pain during my period last time. The bleeding was not much..not ... A: I have heard of shoulder pain being associated with endometriosis on the diaphragm, but this is not ...
No baby in sac at 6 weeks	7/18/2007
Q: By my LMP I am 8 weeks. My sonogram was yesterday and all they saw was a sac measuring at 30mm ... A: At 8 weeks gestation, which is what you would have been by LMP dating, we would have expected to see ...
Missed Period	7/18/2007
Q: I'm confused about something and I'm seeking advice. I'm 39 years old and have had 5 children. My ... A: First, if the only encounter that you are concerned about being unprotected took place prior to 5/25 ...
Blood	7/18/2007
Q: I had a M/C at the end of May (never developed past 6 weeks)and decided on the drug Cytotec. After 2 ... A: It is POSSIBLE because you can ovulate before ever having another period. However, with the uterus ...
Lite Period	7/17/2007
Q: I am 33 Years Old My Periods are very regular every 21-24 days my last child was 10 years ago. I had ... A: Well, this may have simply been due to a hormonal imbalance occurring during this cycle. But you ...
First Trimester	7/17/2007
Q: Is it safe to travel by plane at any point in your first trimester? A: If you have a normal, healthy pregnancy, it is usually perfectly safe to fly during most of it. ...
help!	7/17/2007
Q: I had severe left pelvic, and back pain during my period last time. The bleeding was not much..not ... A: Did they do a pregnancy test? I would want to make sure they ruled out an ectopic (tubal) pregnancy. ...
premenapause & headache	7/17/2007
Q: I have had severe headaches for 25 years especially bad 2 weeks before my period. These are daily ... A: Perimenopause is the stage of a woman's reproductive life that begins several years before ...
taking the pill to alter my cycle	7/16/2007
Q: .. I'm getting married on Sept 8th and I am due to get my period on the 10th! I have suffered from ... A: Yep, this happens all the time. BUT you will need to see your doctor ASAP to get started with a ...
Delivery	7/16/2007
Q: I had a quick question. I have a 15 month old she was 22 days early when I delivered here. I am ... A: Unfortunately, that is a question I can't answer conclusively for you. There are SO many different ...
Pregnancy	7/15/2007
Q: I have been feeling weird lately like feeling like i need to vomit but it only lasts about 5 min and ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
pregnancy during period?	7/15/2007
Q: my boyfriend and i had unprotected sex on Friday 7/13/07 and he ejaculated in me,i was on my period, ... A: OK, yes, it has happened that women have conceived after having unprotected sex during their period. ...
could i be	7/15/2007
Q: yes i noticed a week ago that my nipples were very so to the touch. my appetite has kinda picked up. ... A: If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of ...
tooth ache & pregnant	7/14/2007
Q: I have a horrible tooth ache. Is it save for me to go and have it pulled out? A: A necessary tooth extraction or root canal during your pregnancy is safe. If you have one done, use ...
miscarriages	7/14/2007
Q: I had a m/c at 13 weeks and had my d/c on june 20 of this year. I bled for a week after. My ... A: Most women will get their first period after a miscarriage/D&C within 4-6 weeks. The general ...
I.U.D PREGRANCY	7/14/2007
Q: what are signs pregnancy with IUD? another question on June i didn't get my period i got until July ... A: Nausea, headache, swollen/tender breasts, and back ache are some common early symptoms of pregnancy. ...
Some Questions	7/13/2007
Q: Sorry to bother you again. This is my first pregnancy and I am very thin and currently have 108 ... A: First, the gender issue - your doctor was telling you he did not visualize a penis via the ...
conception after taking Loestrin BC	7/13/2007
Q: I have a question. I just got married. I was taking Loestrin for about four months. It was the first ... A: It was good that you quit the BCPs after the end of a full pack. Sometimes when women stop taking ...
missed period	7/12/2007
Q: ive had the iud sine 2006 and i just got it removed about 4 weeks ago and i havent had a period yet. ... A: Hormonal IUDs (like Mirena) and copper IUDs (like Paraguard) are different. Sometimes it can take a ...
worried.	7/12/2007
Q: I am 5 months pregnant.. and after intercourse yesterday i started bleeding.. it was bright red like ... A: If your cervix has remained closed and the fetal heart rate was "great" (which tells me it was a ...
c-section hematoma	7/12/2007
Q: I had a baby boy in July 2006 via c-section and had a very nasty large hematoma on my belly post ... A: I would suspect that aspirating any fluid from the hematoma would be a remedy for within the first ...
Tube Ties Pregnacy	7/12/2007
Q: if I get pregnant while my tubes are tied will my child be formed in any way? A: A pregnancy which occurs after a tubal ligation would not be any more susceptible to birth defects ...
postpartum vertigo	7/11/2007
Q: My wife went back to work very soon after the birth of our second son. During the second month after ... A: If the dizziness is occurring upon rising, this is called orthostatic hypotension. Orthostasis means ...
non-viable pregnancy	7/11/2007
Q: i went to the doctor because i knew i was pregnant. by the date of my last period i should be 9 ... A: The symptoms of pregnancy, such as the nausea, may continue for a bit because they are induced by ...
neg blood hpt....still pregnant?	7/11/2007
Q: ..started my period on the 10th. I was due to start AF on/around the 8thJuly. Still nothing...but ... A: Did they do a qualitative blood pregnancy test or quantitative? If it was a quantitative test, it ...
missed period, negative hpt	7/10/2007
Q: I am 10 days late. My last period started on May 25th, and I have a 35 day cylce, so I should have ... A: Well, I would actually have a few questions... 1st - you didn't mention your age. Sometimes this is ...
I'm pregnant	7/10/2007
Q: The month of may 2007 I have been on bcp for about a year,sometime i would take 2 only if i miss ... A: Any time there is a lapse in the regular pill taking routine, you should take extra precaution with ...
getting prenant after a tubal	7/9/2007
Q: Is it more likely to get pregnant with a tubal or invitro? Can you have invitro with your tubes ... A: I assume you mean with a tubal ligation REVERSAL vs in vitro fertilization (IVF), so I'll base my ...
heavy lifting	7/9/2007
Q: I am 17 weeks and 5 days and when doing the housework yesterday, I left and moved a very heavy ... A: It sounds like you may have just strained those round ligaments a little bit - those muscular ...
Rh Factor/Incompatibility	7/9/2007
Q: I am 27 and had a miscarriage (at 9 weeks, first pregnancy) at the end of January. I am Rh-Negative ... A: Sensitization usually doesn't happen until after the birth of an Rh-positive baby. Therefore, in ...
no period neg hpt	7/9/2007
Q: I had a D&C in Sept of last year my dh and I have been ttc since Jan, my periods have been very diff ... A: It is odd that the regularity of your periods has been so affected after your D&C. The regularity of ...
bleeding after D&C	7/9/2007
Q: I had a d&c done about two weeks ago for constant bleeding. It's been two weeks and I'm still ... A: Following a D&C, most women will experience bleeding/spotting for about one week. If you are still ...
Birth Control	7/8/2007
Q: I just started taking birth control for the first time. I started taking active pills on the first ... A: Since this is your first experience with BCPs, you will have to wait and see how your particular ...
COULD I HAVE OVULATED LATER	7/8/2007
Q: I WAS ON ORTHO TRISPRINTEC FOR ABOUT 4 DAYS. I STOPPED TAKING THE PILL BECAUSE IT MADE ME FEEL ... A: There is no hard and fast rule for pregnancy symptoms. Some women experience symptoms such as nausea ...
Post- Mirena- Please Help!!!!	7/8/2007
Q: I had the Mirena for only 6 months when it came out on its own on June 25th. On the 28th which is ... A: Since the Mirena IUD contains a hormone (Levonorgestrel) which helps to decrease the volume of a ...
17 day cycle	7/7/2007
Q: From the first day of my last cycle to the next one its only 17 days. Is this normal? I want to ... A: Cycle lengths shorter than 26 days are not the norm. Most women have cycle lengths of 26-33 days. ...
could i be pregnant?	7/7/2007
Q: I'm a 25 years old lady i have a 3 years old boy, i was trying to get another one since last march ... A: The spotting may simply have been a bit of ovulation bleeding this cycle. With negative results on ...
toothache and pregnant	7/7/2007
Q: would u recommend using clove oil? thank you A: Not enough information about safety is available to recommend the use of clove supplements in ...
cerivcal change and swimming	7/7/2007
Q: At 31 weeks, I went i nto pre-term labour and my cervix had chnaged (2cm dilated, 50% effaced, 3.5 ... A: You should be fine to go swimming in the pool since you have not noticed the loss of your mucus plug ...
COULD I HAVE OVULATED LATER	7/6/2007
Q: I WAS ON ORTHO TRISPRINTEC FOR ABOUT 4 DAYS. I STOPPED TAKING THE PILL BECAUSE IT MADE ME FEEL ... A: Yes, this could have altered your hormone levels enough to disrupt your cycle in this way. Obviously ...
pregnancy issues	7/6/2007
Q: I am 19 weeks pregnant and i was wondering if it was okay to cut grass A: Sure - you can mow the grass. The only risk with that you should be concerned about is the risk of ...
spotting after period	7/6/2007
Q: i have my period last june 21 and ended the 27. after 1 week i'd notice little blood on my ... A: This is called metrorrhagia (the medical term for irregular bleeding or spotting between periods). ...
Menstrual delay after laparoscopy	7/6/2007
Q: My husband and I have been ttc for over a year. I had a laparoscopy done on June 14th to aspirate a ..