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Richard L. Wallner MD
DeSoto, TX
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Gynecology
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A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. Richard Wallneranswered
Gynecology 43 years experience
Go to L&D: Any unusual symptom should be evaluated at this stage of pregnancy.
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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If preg. test neg.: ...Then issues with your thyroid, pituitary gland, and ovaries need to be evaluated by your doctor.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Not usually..: ...A problem, but problems with your thyroid and pituitary glands should be ruled out.
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A 22-year-old male asked:
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No: Likely conceived around 9/30 for this due date.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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No: Likely just a normal variation.
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A 22-year-old male asked:
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Very unlikely: Ovulation would have to occur on cycle day 24 or 25 allowing for a post ovulatory phase of only 4-5 days(usually 14).
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A male asked:
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You need an exam: Chemical irritation from soaps etc., infection, or trauma could be causes. An exam would help solve your problem. You can use 1% Hydrocortisone crem... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Abnormal cycle: Although infection, pregnancy, or other pelvic issues could be responsible, the hallmark of pcos is anovulation (failure to pass an egg each cycle) a... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Likely an infection: Bladder infection causes inflammation of your bladder and may result in the passage of small clots resembling tissue. It is a good idea to visit your... Read More
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A 39-year-old male asked:
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You need exam: Asthma, heart problems, or infection may be the cause. You need to see your doctor.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Spotting for 3 days , a week after period , could i be pregnant ? or could there be something wrong?
Dr. Richard Wallneranswered
Gynecology 43 years experience
See details: An abnormal cycle, infection, or pregnancy are the most common of several things causing this problem.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Gynecology 43 years experience
See detailed answer: After pregnancy is ruled out, have your doctor determine why you are not ovulating. Coming off the pill, stress, or a variety of minor medical issues... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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No: See your doctor. Most women will have light menses for a while if you had a Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud . Copper devices may increase flow. Both ca... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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Your parents...: ... Care for you, but many times do not know how to handle these situations. Seek help from a trusted adult friend, especially if you feel lost or de... Read More
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A 37-year-old female asked:
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Use a hair...: Remover instead of shaving.
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Do a home hcg...: If negative, call your doctor for meds to have period. Alternatively wait, as menses should soon resume. Continue vitamins fo the extra frolic acid... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Likely not pregnant: You had unprotected sex late in your cycle, which seems to be abnormal this month, and are likely not pregnant. Repeat the test now. Next time cons... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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With protection: Even though you are not breaking out, you may be shedding virus from your mouth at any given time and be infective. Use of a dental dam or other such... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Abnormal bleeding: Bleeding after sex is abnormal and may represent an infection, pill related bleeding, pregnancy, or a problem with your uterus or cervix. See your do... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Both are not a good thing for your baby.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Gynecology 43 years experience
Normal: Menstrual cycles average 28 days. Regular means your cycles are of normal length. 21 to 35 days are considered normal, but variations may occur.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Conception possible: Ovulation likely on 1/13 if first day of period was 12/29. As you are 18, i would advise that you talk to a trusted older friend or relative about y... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Gynecology 43 years experience
Need more info: This could be normal if you are on the pill as there is little lining to shed, and therefore light menses. There are other conditions or hormonal fac... Read More
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A 37-year-old female asked:
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Not ovulating: Many women will have anovulatory cycles at this time in their menstrual life. This keeps them from having a period and gives them estrogen symptoms ... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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Gynecology 43 years experience
See your doctor: Soak in the tub and take pain reliever now. Avoid intercourse and see your doctor asap to rule out infection.
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A 21-year-old male asked:
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Likely: Likely, but condoms will back you up. The first week of pills are very important in preventing ovulation
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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Breast tissue: Many women have breast tissue which extends to their axillary areas (tail of spence) and experience such discomfort. Use analgesics such as Ibuprofen... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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Probably not....: ...Related. Itching usually from an irritant such as soap etc. Urine likely concentrated due to inadequate fluid intake. However dark urine can m... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Gynecology 43 years experience
Yeast infection: "shows yeast "means it has grown in a culture and represents an infection. Treatment may be necessary.
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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See detailed answer: A wet mount is a microscopic slide preparation of saline and vaginal discharge examined to detect infection.
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A 44-year-old female asked:
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See your Dr.: At 44 you are likely a candidate for a permanent solution such as surgery or artery embolization. See your gyn doc.
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Yes and no: Likely the slimming tablets will not interfere with the birth control, but slimming pills usually are no help in the long run.
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Maybe: Bacterial vaginosis is very common and due to a decrease in vaginal acidity from menses or semen, both of which are alkaline compared to the normally ... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Gynecology 43 years experience
Ovulation: Likely you ovulated, as within hours of ovulation the cervical mucous goes from thin and watery to thick.
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Mucous is thin and watery before ovulation, and somewhat thick and viscous soon after ovulation.
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Calspect?: You should follow up with your doctor not only concerning the missed period, but to find out what you are taking and why.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Prior: Home tests may be positive as soon as one week after conception, not one day.
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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Cycle variation : Bleeding may vary from cycle to cycle, but you should always monitor the situation and do pregnancy testing if this is a possibility. The pill will t... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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No and yes: Early shedding of the uterine lining may mean an abnormal ovulation and cause infertility or early pregnancy loss (luteal phase defect). Infection or... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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No,but...: No, but you are likely perfectly normal. Without doing an exam it is hard to say if you have a problem. I would suggest you see a gyn.
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A 16-year-old female asked:
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Check a test...: ...And if negative call your doctor. Your mood should not be so variable.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Gynecology 43 years experience
Treat your symptoms,: And repeat a test in about one week. Perhaps only an abnormal cycle.
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Make sure...: ..You are not pregnant by doing a home test. Your dr can evaluate you for other causes of missed periods.
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In next few....: ...Days if you have a yeast infection and not just irritation. Try some 1% Hydrocortisone cream and see if that helps symptoms.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Take at night...: Take your pills at night with a Benadryl (diphenhydramine) tab to avoid nausea and dizziness. Unschedueled bleeding is another minor side effect, and... Read More
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A 21-year-old male asked:
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Ovulation....: ..Or passing of the egg can be irregular in young women. Cramps often occur in ovulatory cycles. If she is experiencing pain unrelieved by Ibuprofe... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Further testing....: ...Might include a laparoscopy or an MRI to detect uterine anomalies. An infection or pregnancy might also be in play. See your gyn.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Take a home test and be examined soon if positive. Pain is a concern.
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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Incisional bleeding.: Likely light flow from incision. Use a 4x4 sponge to put pressure on the site. Remember surgeons always like to know if their patient is having pro... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Often caused by the.: ......Pill. Can be related to infection. Check with your doctor.
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine, TX
Graduated 1980MD
Residency
METHODIST DALLAS MEDICAL CENTER
Awards
President Southwestern Gynecological Assembly
Top Gynecologist, First Place, Texas - Winter
2013
Top Gynecologist, Second Place, Texas - Summer
2013
Affiliations
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
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