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Obstetrics and Gynecology
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27 Answers
18 Agrees
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: Pcos doesn't inherently cause pain, it is a metabolic disorder causing abnormal periods (which may be painful) but the ovaries are not painful. The cy... Read More
5.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Performing kegel exercises (contracting the pelvic floor muscles) helps strengthen muscles that support the urethra and bladder. Weight loss also help... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
D&C: Dilation and curettage is one option, in which the lining is gently removed to fully evaluate for higher grade abnormalities concerning for cancer. If... Read More
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 24-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Abnormal cells: Squamous cells line the junction on the cervix between the vaginal cells and the endometrial canal cells; pap smear screen for abnormal appearances in... Read More
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Sometimes endometrial cells can be seen because they are shedding during menses; this would be reported as either endometrial cells or possibly atypic... Read More
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Replace it: Place it back on your skin, if it will not adhere then replace with a new patch.
6.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: The result of chemotherapy depends on the type of chemo, the dose, and the length of time the chemo is used. I would advise you have a semen analysis.... Read More
6.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Spina bifida: Malformations occur in 4% of all pregnancies and can involve any organ system; spina bifida is a more common malformation involving lack of complete s... Read More
6.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Yes, pap smears ideally are collected when menstruation is not occuring.
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 18-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Breakthrough bleedin: The depot Provera (medroxyprogesterone) shot thins the lining of the uterus and sometimes causes breakthrough bleeding. It is not dangerous, but can b... Read More
5.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Not pregnant: Unfortunately it doesn't sound like you are pregnant with that level of hcg. A level that low is generally considered undetectable.
5.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Not likely: Unfortunately not likely given the gestational age. The only possibility would be if the baby she saw was much earlier in gestation (for example if yo... Read More
5.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: Most women feel more comfortable on their side, however, sleeping on the back is not problematic. If you feel short of breath while on your back, you ... Read More
6.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: Most women are not allowed to eat while in labor, other than clear liquids. The reason is that if your baby is not tolerating labor and a cesarean sec... Read More
6.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Listeria is carried in unpasteurized dairy products, and can also be in unwashed produce. It can cause intrauterine fetal death. Pregnant women should... Read More
6.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 26-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Chemotherapy can be even more damaging when patients are at the later part of their reproductive years. Ask your oncologist for a referral to a fertil... Read More
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: No, but b vitamins are important for healthy organ development in early pregnancy. It is important to take supplemental folic acid, and consider a b c... Read More
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 21-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
YES: If you are undergoing any medical treatments that you fear may affect fertility (chemotherapy, radiation, surgery or any other treatments) it is very ... Read More
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Depends: Depends on the abnormality found, if the pap shows abnormal cells with high risk hpv types, then coloposcopy is indicated. If the pap shows anything m... Read More
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 25-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: No, but the dysplasia may not have totally resolved after the leep. It is very important that you follow up as recommended by your physician to determ... Read More
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
No: Impossible to be pregnant without HCG production.
5.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Fluid leakage: If you have liquid discharge, you should notify your physician. Most women's water doesn't break until labor starts, however, sometimes the amniotic b... Read More
6.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Most women with congenital heart defects can still have children. The most important advice is to have a preconception consultation with an obgyn. The... Read More
6.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 22-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Depend on indication: For ovulation (when a patient who doesn't release an egg on her own), then assuming there are open tubes and normal sperm, Clomid (clomiphene) restore... Read More
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A 27-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Difficult to do: It would be best to store some sperm before undergoing radiation; while the radiation field is concentrated to limit damage to surrounding structures,... Read More
6.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Yes, there can be residual dysplasia, it is important to follow up closely with your physician.
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jessica Scotchieanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Maybe: I think you are asking do I have pcos? Weight gain alone is not a feature of pcos. The key features are menstrual irregularity, symptoms or lab values... Read More
5.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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Dr. Scotchie is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Dr. Scotchie is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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