Dr. Tod Aeby
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Honolulu , HI
37 years experience male
Locations
Office
Honolulu , HI
About
Bio
I am currently on the faculty of the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, in the department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health. I see patients, deliver babies, do surgery and do research. I teach medical students and residents.
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Obstetrics and Gynecology
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
17 Answers
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A 26-year-old member asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Best to see PT: There is typically several stages to the rehabilitation of this injury. Rehab also includes changes in gait and activity to avoid future injury. It ... Read More
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Morning after pill: Condoms should be used for the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases and can be used for birth control. Sometimes the condom breaks. The "morn... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:

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No: Genital warts are caused by the human papilloma virus. Which has over 120 different types, all causing different kinds of warts. Most types are benig... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Perfectly fine: Taking birth control pills does not have a significant impact on your ability to get pregnant in the future and you become fertile within days after t... Read More
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A 19-year-old member asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Probably not: The flow you are describing would not be considered normal, and needs treatment. Any time you are late for your period, you have to make sure you are... Read More
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A 20-year-old member asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Are you pregnant?: The flow you are describing would not be considered normal, and needs treatment. Any time you are late for your period, you have to make sure you are... Read More
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A 29-year-old male asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Yes, it's possible: Today's home pregnancy tests are very accurate but still might be negative in the early part of your pregnancy. We presume that you will release an e... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Very unlikely: Unless you are bleeding at this point in the pregnancy (or if you got pregnant with an intrauterine device in place), it is very unlikely that you wou... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
See a doctor: Bleeding and pain in early pregnancy can be a sign of miscarriage or a tubal pregnancy. Both are serious problems but a tubal pregnancy can be very d... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Yes, very common: Irregular periods prolonged periods and even no period at all, are common when you are breast feeding and common when you are on the mini-pill. Put t... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Lots of things!: First, be certain you are not pregnant (repeat the urine test or have your doctor draw blood). You should probably see your woman's health provider t... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
This is not normal.: Bleeding twice in one month is not normal and you should see a woman's health provider. Sometimes it can be a sign that you are approaching the menop... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
I agree with you.: We usually count from the first day of your last menstrual period. Assuming your cycles are about 28 days long, your due date will be 40 weeks later.... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Relax, but see an OB: Chorioamnionitis is very rare in early pregnancy and fairly rare after a cerclage (though it does happen). Bv can be a risk factor for certain pregna... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
Not usually: Most vaginal cysts are benign and were present at birth. They rarely cause any symptoms, unless they get very large. Brown discharge is usually old ... Read More
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
An infection: Assuming you haven't had any recent injury (including rough sex), what you are describing could be an infection of the glands in the lips of the vagin... Read More
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A 26-year-old member asked:

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Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience
It's probably safe: L-arginine is a naturally occurring Amino Acid (one of the building blocks of protein) and is found in lots of food. Taking moderate amounts is proba... Read More
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Aeby is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Aeby is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you sooo much, I've become very sensitive to strong smells and they have been painting alot at work so I held my breath while walking past the area, then I got worried I was doing more harm than...Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! I thank you so much now I have to go and see my doctor. Thanks again you have been a big help!!
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Thanks for your quick reply! After 3 days of conception?? How is hcg present this soon??? Thx...
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of New Mexico School of Medicine, NM
Graduated 1985MD
Awards
Best Doctors in Hawaii
Multiple Teaching Awards
ACOG Mentor of the Year
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