Dr. Jennifer Mcdonald

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: Zithromax is not known to cause yeast infections especially in men. Male yeast infections are more common in uncircumcised men. If you are experienci... Read More

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A 46-year-old member asked:

My twin brother is complaining about stomach pains while i have menstrual cramps. is this just coincidence?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Completely : Your brothers stomach pains have no connection to your menstrual cramps.

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A 17-year-old female asked:

Does lo loestrin fe 1-10 cause weight gain?

Gynecology 23 years experience

No: Older higher dose pills have been associated with weight gain in the past. Newer low dose pills are associated with an average weight gain of five pou... Read More

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A 20-year-old male asked:

I might have been infected with syphilis four years ago. i just got an rpr test and the results were nonreactive. i was never treated. am i uninfected?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: A non- reactive RPR is a negative test.

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A 28-year-old female asked:

Had a pap done 2 yrs ago & it show that i had precancerous cells & test positive for hpv prior, didn't follw up with a gyn. chance of having cancer?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Get checked: While the chances of progression are not highly likely if you have had an abnormal pap smear in the past you really need to follow up more than every ... Read More

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A 51-year-old female asked:

Public librarian & work w/moms/kids/elderly. just diagnosed w/acute cmv @ highly contagious stage, very mono-like. i have no sick leave. no extra $$. what risk for public if i return to work now?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: You should not be around people especially pregnant women at this infectious stage. A pregnant woman who acquires CMV can have devastating effects to ... Read More

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A 22-year-old male asked:

I had baby 7 mon ago & on the mini pill i haven't had a period since giving birth til now 1st day it made me throw up now day 3 still stringy clots?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: The first period after having a baby can be heavy and much more painful than your normal periods. They do tend to get better over time. Hang in there.

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A 22-year-old male asked:

How long can sperm live for in the cervical mucous(when the female isn't ovulating)?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: Typically sperm can live 4-5 days in cervical mucous.

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A 20-year-old male asked:

If my due date is june 28, 2013 how many weeks am i?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Just over 16: As of today (1/12) you would be 16 weeks one day.

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I haven't had my period over a week now and im worried i might be pregnant. but then again i just had the birthcontrol shot not to long ago? what is it

Gynecology 23 years experience

Take a test: If you are not sure then take a test. Usually Depo Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is highly effective but everything has a failure rate.

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A 22-year-old female asked:

They say my baby don't have no heart beep n i was spotting a little i notice that wen i'm spotting only wen i stay up to long n it confusing?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: If you are at least 7 weeks and they saw a baby on ultrasound with no heartbeat it is a sign that something happened in early pregnancy. It doesn't ma... Read More

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A female asked:

What are signs of pregnancy about 3-4 weeks.?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Few: At this early gestation most women have little to no symptoms because they haven't even missed a period yet. Breast tenderness is probably the first s... Read More

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A 25-year-old female asked:

My dr at 11 wk 4 ultrasound said i have a small bleed behind my placenta and said it should go.what is the best sleeping position at night? i'm scared

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: No position sleeping can possibly hurt your pregnancy at this point. Follow your doctors instructions for pelvic rest or whatever else they told you.

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A 28-year-old female asked:

If hymen has broken , can it be recovered again by medicasion? can u suggest any medician?

Gynecology 23 years experience

No: The hymen is a thin covering of tissue that covers the opening of the vagina. Once it is gone it is gone. There are no medications or ways to regrow o... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

What does it mean when you feel something move inside you five months after a csection?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See your doctor: If you truly feel like something moving you should make sure you're not pregnant again. Otherwise could just be bowel movement from gas.

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A 24-year-old female asked:

I just started nuva ring. i had it in for the 7 days before unprotected sex. i immediately took it out. can i become pregnant. light brown discharge?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Wouldn't trust it: Typically you should start the nuba ring at the end of your menstrual cycle and use it for a full month before you can consider yourself protected. Do... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

18wk pregnant. constipated for yrs.now worse.im miserable.severe pain afer 4-5 days of no bowel mvmt.tried softeners.nothing happened.is enema safe?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: You can try sennekot or dulcolax. An enema is also fine. Make sure to hydrate plenty as well.

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A 33-year-old female asked:

I took a ept test and i am not sure about it i got 2lines going up and down and i do not under stand?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: Every brand of pregnancy test is different but usually there are two possible lines. One is the control line and should always come up. The other is t... Read More

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A 53-year-old female asked:

Cont bleed after menopause for 2 mo going through super+ tampon in 2 hrs. when is bleeding an emergency? diagnosis thick ut lining. waiting ok 4 hyst

Gynecology 23 years experience

Could be an issue: Heavy bleeding like you describe especially after menopause could definitely be an issue. A thick uterine lining could indicate an endometrial cancer.... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

Does the cysts from pcos cause tubes blockage? as it might grow too big to block the tubes?

Gynecology 23 years experience

No: The "cysts" from pcos are typically very small - less than 1 cm and would not be able to cause tubal blockage. In general ovarian cysts of any size do... Read More

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A 26-year-old female asked:

Is it safe to take the b12 hcg shots to get preg?i don't wantrx or500 cal diet, just shots.i take prenatal vitamins, my cycle&period is reg.

Gynecology 23 years experience

No: Hcg shots will not help you get pregnant and could possibly impair your ovulation hurting your chances in the long run.

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A 38-year-old female asked:

Is herbal dietary tea bad for pregnant woman?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: Some herbal teas are fine in pregnancy. I would avoid diet teas though as many have high levels of caffeine or other stimulants that wouldn't be good ... Read More

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A 31-year-old male asked:

I had iui on jan 18 then i had a chemical pregnancy i need advice whether to repeat iui or move to ivf no reasons for infertility been married for 3yr?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: If you got pregnant with an IUI it would seem reasonable that you could again. It depends on how many cycles you have done and what the primary cause... Read More

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A 25-year-old female asked:

Pcos.clomid150mg/day, periods regular11day ovulution result came +ive.made lov on11th and12th day .today is 14th day ovolution result -ive.wil i conciv?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: Typically intercourse a few days prior to ovulation and the day of ovulation yield better results. The egg lives less than a day while sperm can live ... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Had sex last day of period. next period should start in 2 days. took 3 hpt in the past 2 weeks&were negative. would i know by now if i was pregnant?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: Usually the last day of your period is not typically your fertile time. It is best to take a test the day of or the day after a missed period. Testing... Read More

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A 36-year-old female asked:

I am 21wks pregnant and had an ultrasound this past thursday. the tech said that the placenta was transverse. what does this mean?

Gynecology 23 years experience

?: Transverse is not usually a description given to the placenta. It is normally used to describe the position of the baby and means the baby is lying si... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

Is it normal to not concieve 1st month of trying? had sex 3 times around ovulation, raised hips etc- what did i do wrong? aged 18, reg cycles, help!

Gynecology 23 years experience

Be patient : Every cycle even when all conditions are ideal chances of pregnancy are in the 18-20% range. Be patient!

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A 20-year-old female asked:

Instead of taking my sugar pills i start my new pack so i don't get a period. could i still get pregnant if i don't get a period?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: Skipping the placebo or sugar pills is a. Effective way to skip a period. Chances of pregnancy do not increase just because you did this. Just make su... Read More

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A member asked:

What is the cause of iufd at 29 weeks, it was sudden it happens within 2 days

Gynecology 23 years experience

Many things: If this is you I am very sorry for your loss. There can be many reasons for a spontaneous fetal demise this late in pregnancy. It could be due to a co... Read More

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A 22-year-old female asked:

I had unprotected sex last night l and took the first brown pill of my lo loesterin fe pack is there a chance i could get pregnant? should i plan b

Gynecology 23 years experience

Little chance: If you took your pill pack correctly you have little chance of pill failure that late in the cycle.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

I got a positive pregnancy result two days ago. i am now spotting and cramping but i always have irregular periods so i don't know if i'm late or i am pregnan?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Positive test = preg: If you have a positive test means pregnant. Spotting in early pregnancy can be normal but should be checked out.

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A 19-year-old female asked:

How to check pregnancy after 1 or 2 days of intercourse?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Not possible: After intercourse on your most fertile day it takes time to result in fertilization. It then takes 5-9 days for implantation to occur. Pregnancy hormo... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

Im 17 weeks pregnant and still haven't felt the baby move. is there something wrong?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: If this is your first baby you typically won't feel baby until 20 weeks or so and even then may not be much or super consistent.

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A 30-year-old female asked:

I have not had a period since the birth of my little girl. she is 3 months old now and the usual bleeding stopped 5 weeks ago. is this normal?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: If you are breast feeding you wouldn't necessarily expect a period until weaning. If you aren't breast feeding three months would be a little long. I ... Read More

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A 30-year-old male asked:

Sir i am having three girl baby's and my desire to have boy baby can ivf will help me or any different treatment?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Possibly: There are ways with ivf to determine the sex of an embryo. Seems like a lot of expense to ensure a boy when it sounds like you get pregnant easily.

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A 29-year-old member asked:

Is it safe to eat really spicy foods during pregnancy?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Doesn't hurt: Eating spicy foods will not harm baby. Might cause wicked heart burn though :) might want to be careful if breast feeding spicy food might cause baby ... Read More

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A 33-year-old female asked:

I am confused how can i get that my cycle is 28 days if i had last feb 19 to march 19 is 28 but march 19 to april is 30. help i am confused :(?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Dont worry: Always count the first day of your period as day 1. Months don't have the same number or days so your period will not always fall exactly. A cycle len... Read More

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A 25-year-old female asked:

I think im pregnant i took a test and it came up with two light lines now im spotting and im worried it might harm the growing embryo?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Get checked : Bleeding in early pregnancy should always be checked out by your physician.

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A 38-year-old female asked:

I took home pregnancy test and it was positive. only thing is, theres always a brown like spottings. is this normal?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Get checked: Sometimes spotting can be normal in early pregnancy but you should make an appointment with your doctor to make sure everything is ok. Good luck!

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A 20-year-old female asked:

Can i take plan b even if im not on any birth control & nvr have been? just had unpro sex & he cum in me about 4hrs ago. my per started 1/27 end 2 day

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: If you are just at the end of your period cycle day 5 you are not typically in a fertile part of your cycle. You could use Plan B if you want to be ex... Read More

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A 35-year-old female asked:

How do i know if i've got bv?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: Usually BV or bacterial vaginosis presents with vaginal discharge that is watery and has more of an odor. There is usually some amount of vaginal irri... Read More

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A 30-year-old female asked:

I am almost 7 weeks pregnant. i am not having many symptoms. is this ok? also could drinking plenty of water help with this?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Lucky: Many people have severe early pregnancy symptoms - nausea, fatigue, breast tenderness. While it is not the norm some people have few symptoms. This do... Read More

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A 27-year-old female asked:

I saw my babies heartbeat on a ultrasound at 7weeks, does that mean my chances of miscarriage are really low now?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Good sign: Seeing a heartbeat on ultrasound is certainly encouraging. Miscarriage rates are thought to be in the 5% range once a heartbeat is detected.

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A 24-year-old female asked:

My contractions have never been painful (2nd pregnancy) until they break my water. how will i know when they are strong enough to be doing anything?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Youll know: Regular contractions that take your breath away are thought to be real enough to cause cervical change. Most women don't miss it. Good luck!

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A 18-year-old male asked:

I've had 2 half positive pregnancy text and 4 not show anything up. i've had a misscariage i don't know what to think. what is your suggestion?

Gynecology 23 years experience

?: There is no thing as a half positive pregnancy test. Is positive or negative. Your doctor can order a blood test if he/she is concerned.

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A 32-year-old female asked:

Where is my uterus positioned at 17weeks pregnant?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: Your uterus will be in the middle of your abdomen/pelvis about half way between your pubic bone and belly button. By 20 weeks it will be at the level ... Read More

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A 32-year-old female asked:

7 weeks pregnant and feeling dizzy. is this normal?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Can be: Feeling dizzy in early pregnancy can be entirely normal. Changes in hormone levels and fluid shifts can cause it. Also usually decreased intake and hy... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

I take seasonale. instead of the whole pack, i stopped after 60 days to have my period. i started the new pack the next sunday. do i need back up?

Gynecology 23 years experience

No: Even taking the 60 days and then the week break and restarting you will be covered as long as didn't miss pills or anything. There is no magic to the ... Read More

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A member asked:

Why am i not ovulating? i had a miscarriage in october followed witn a d&c . i've had 3 menstrual cycles since then but have not been ovulating. why?

Gynecology 23 years experience

See below: If you are having regular menstrual cycles you probably are ovulating. You can use basal body temperature or ovulation predictor kits to determine wh... Read More

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A 33-year-old male asked:

If i had sex wit old friend january22 is it possible i got pregnant with him if conceiving date is february8 or husband baby?

Gynecology 23 years experience

Unlikely: Sperm generally can live 4-5 days so sex with your "friend" would typically not result ina conception on february 8th.

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