Dr. Lisa Gardner

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A 22-year-old female asked:

At 10 weeks i measured 14 weeks in fundal height. my bladder was full at the time, how much would that affect how big my uterus measured?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Yes: It may have affected the measurement. I would wait until my next check. If you are still measuring more, i would suggest asking for a sonogram because... Read More

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A 22-year-old female asked:

How many day after you finish period can you get pregnant and befor period as well?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

14: Count from your first day of your period. You are most fertile on days 10-16. That week is the time that you always have a chance of pregnancy.

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A 32-year-old female asked:

Is there possibly an issue if my basal temperature rise (indicating ovulation) occurs 4 days after my first positive opk?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: I do not depend on ovulation predictor kits. There is too much variability with them and they are not as accurate as we think.

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A 22-year-old female asked:

I've had my period twice in one month, when will my fertility start?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Unsure: This is difficult to say. There are many reasons for irregular cycles. Many tests need to be run including a sonogram and pregnancy test as well as la... Read More

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A 26-year-old female asked:

I had an abortion, the doc gave me 2 pills to swallow and 1 injection.i don't know the name of the pills/injection.it was successful. i'm i in danger?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Unknown: You need to follow up with your obgyn to get labs drawn to make sure the pregnancy hormone numbers have fallen to zero. I would say you are not in dan... Read More

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A 32-year-old female asked:

Im 32 now been having outbreaks of blisters all over my buttocks and cocyx since i was 6 weeks old. viral swab shows hsv type 1. is this common?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Yes: I would make sure to see your gyn for continuous care to manage these hsv outbreaks.

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A 48-year-old female asked:

What are the chances a complex ovarian cysts will dissolve in 4 weeks

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Unlikely: These cysts may resolve in about 3 months. A sonogram is usually repeated in 3 months. I would get these evaluated frequently especially with your age... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

I am 8 weeks pregnant and taking 200mg progestrone vaginal suppositories 2x day. started having backpain, muscle aches and occasional brown discharge. is this normal? my levels were never checked, i asked for suppositories bc of previous miscarriage and r

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: You do not need that much Progesterone typically. You should have got Progesterone levels checked at your checkup.A previous miscarriage does not mean... Read More

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A 70-year-old male asked:

The bone in my lower back, down between my hips is chillingly cold 'bone cold". i am not sick, but it has been going on for about a month ?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Uncommon: I would visit my primary care doctor to get this area checked out. You may have arthritis changes or a nerve problem.

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A 22-year-old female asked:

No period for 4 months, not polystic ovaries, not pregnant.. but now have had very light bleeding for 3 weeks on and off. ?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Normal: This can be normal depending on your history and age as well as weight changes that may have occurred. It may be related to taking medication, like th... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Could pcos be causing my acid reflux and severe shoulder and neck pain?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: These are not symptoms of pcos, but pcos may lead to obesity which may cause acid reflux.

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A 24-year-old female asked:

I am 24 and i have tiny raised brown spots under my eyes along with acne. why do i have such spots. kindly suggest a home remedy.?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Not sure: I would see my primary care doctor. These are very common and may be freckles but can be a indication of high cholesterol. Because i cannot see them m... Read More

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A 34-year-old female asked:

Having my estrogen level tested. will being on levofloxacin 500mg per day & methylprednisone pack, mess up the results of my blood test?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: No, this should not interfere with your results.

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A 29-year-old female asked:

I am eleven weeks pregnant and have blood discharge, is it normal?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Its common: It is common to have some blood in the first trimester as this could be implantation spotting, but a visit with your OB is needed to get a sonogram.

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A 22-year-old female asked:

I'm 5weeks and 2days pregnant and i had a surgical abortion2months ago. will that abortion affect this pregnancy? since so close in time

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: You should be fine. Seek a sonogram with your OB to confirm a normal pregnancy asap.

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A 24-year-old female asked:

I recently scratched my right labia minora on the inside, how do i stop the swelling and heal it as fast as possible?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Nothing: Leave the area alone and it will heal quickly within a week.

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A 22-year-old member asked:

7 weeks pregnant and having a throbbing ache in what feels like my vaginal area is this normal?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Yes: There is an increase in swelling in the vaginal area that may cause throbbing. I would recommend letting your OB know at your next visit to make sure ... Read More

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A 22-year-old member asked:

What does it mean when i have period for a month?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Not normal: You need to take a pregnancy test and then visit your gyn asap. It is not common to have a period for a month.

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A 42-year-old member asked:

Bleed for three days, sometimes 4. is this considered considered a short menstrual cycle because i only bleed for 3 days?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: You are ok and thank goodness only three days! if you are on the pill, this may be why too :).

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A 21-year-old female asked:

Will my friend got pregnant this month if she had an intercourse last feb? but she had her period last feb and march and didn'thad herperiodlastmonth.

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: Pregnancy only occurs when you have intercourse the month you ovulate.

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A 50-year-old female asked:

What is the success rate of a vestibulectomy?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Depends: This question depends on the symptoms you are having.

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A 32-year-old female asked:

Is pmle similar to lupus photosensitivity rash? have positive ana and dsdna with joint pain. thought this was always sun rash...lupus?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Yes: It could be a lupus rash especially with your positive lab results.

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A 24-year-old female asked:

Are monochorionic-diamniotic twins usually healthy at birth?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Yes: Yes. Mono/mono are more difficult twins.

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Im bleeding whist pregnant iam 10 weeks its not gushing out but like a normal period which i odd i think but is it safe for me to wear a tampon?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: This bleeding may be from implantation, but you need a sonogram. Do not wear a tampon. See your doctor asap.

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A 27-year-old female asked:

19 weeks pregnant wit pain in lower right leg from knee down! both front/back of leg esp kneeworse when i rest or am sittin! anything to worry about?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Possibly: Leg pain may be normal but women can develop blood clots in their legs during pregnancy. If your legs are painful and swollen please go o the er. If n... Read More

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A 35-year-old female asked:

In case of ru486 what exactly needs to be done to determine that the abortion was successful?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Unknown: You need to follow up with your obgyn to get labs drawn to make sure the pregnancy hormone numbers have fallen to zero. I would say you are not in dan... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

My nipples are sore in my stomach tightens up every so often? what could this be?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Pregnancy: Can you take a pregnancy test? If negative, it is probably hormones around your cycle.

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A 18-year-old female asked:

Burning and irritation during sex? i had a yeast infection but it's over with now though. how can i fix it?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Visit doc: Visit your gyn asap. This could be an infection or just inflammation from intercourse. This could also be left over irritation from the previous yeast... Read More

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A 34-year-old female asked:

Started my menstral today, and for some reason the blood is orange. should i be worried?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: I would visit your gyn to make sure that you do not have an infection but more than likely this is normal.

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A 22-year-old female asked:

Why is it that im 5 months pregnant and when i stand my tummy is hard and when i lay down its soft? also, why is my lower part of my tummy super soft?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Common: You tummy is soft when you lay down because the uterus drops back away from the anterior abdominal wall. When you stand, it comes more forward and you... Read More

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A 26-year-old female asked:

Im 7 weeks late on my period and went to the dr they said there was blood in my uraine, what's wrong?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Pregnant: You may be pregnant. If you are not, then you may have a urinary tract infection that may need antibiotics. Sometimes blood could mean kidney stones a... Read More

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A member asked:

Ffor the past four days i have been spotting. i went for a transvaginal scan and could find no heartbeat. i am 10weeks but scan read 6weeks.?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Miscarriage: This is more than likely a miscarriage. You need to meet with your doctor to see what the next steps will be for you which may mean you need a d&c.

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A 40-year-old female asked:

Bled on 15th day of cycle, on and off for about 6 hours. next few days saw light brown discharge. no pain, but i experienced a little diarrhea. help?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Test: If you bled on the 15th day after your last period, this is uncommon. It depends on if you are on the pill or not. I would take a pregnancy test.

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A 45-year-old female asked:

Can binge drinking cause a blighted ovum?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Unlikely: Unlikely but possible. Miscarriages increase with this behavior and other life choices such as high caffeine usage and smoking.

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I went to the gyno and he pointed out i had a cyst that ruptured almost 2 weeks ago.. i am only experiencing the pain now. is it the same cyst?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: Doubtful it is the same one but if it was a large cyst it could be. If you didn’t get a sonogram then you need one.

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I've been having my period for about 16 days.my periods have always been more or less regular with a cycle of 5 days. is something wrong?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

Possibly: I would recommend seeing your gyn. You need lab testing and a sonogram, take a pregnancy test too.

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A 21-year-old female asked:

I have been suffering stomach ache for 4 days, it feels like air inside. i also have polycystic ovary. are they connected?

Dr. Lisa Gardneranswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience

No: Doubtful this is related to your pcos. More than likely an intestinal issue.

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