Dr. David Barrere
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Cincinnati, OH
11 years experience male
Locations
Cincinnati Center for Hormonal Pellet Therapy
Cincinnati, OH
The Ob/Gyn Group and The Cincinnati Center for Hormonal Pellet Therapy
Cincinnati, OH
The Ob/Gyn Group and The Cincinnati Center for Hormonal Pellet Therapy
Cincinnati, OH
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licenses
United States: Ohio
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
258 Answers
30 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 40-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
No: An endometrial ablation "mechanically removes" the lining of the uterus (endometrium), but the ovaries which produce the hormones are untouched by thi... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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He's probably right: Your doctor is probably right. The majority of the time, symptoms such as yours during pregnancy are as a result of the change in your anatomy. ... Read More
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A 31-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Not unusual: It can take a couple of months for your body to adapt to the new birth control pills. Be diligent in taking them roughly the same time each day. ... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Doesn't sound right: If you have an endometrioma (based on an ultrasound), then it really is best treated surgically. Your doctor may be reluctant to operate on you a ... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Not ovulating: Ovulation is the key to regular cycles. If you don't ovulate consistently or miss a month ovulating, your period will be delayed.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Some suggestions: If you have heartburn, try zantac, (ranitidine) Pepcid or Prilosec (all available over the counter).
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A 45-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
No: In most states, the cut-off for a legal abortion is 24 weeks.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Hard to say for sure: Never ever assume a lingering pain in your chest is nothing concerning. While this could be nothing more than musculoskeletal pain, it could repr... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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Stop: You shouldn't be taking a hormone such as estrogen or testosterone during pregnancy. You should discuss this with your physician immediately.
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Normal changes: These are normal anatomic changes in pregnancy. Lower back is the weakest part of the body and gets really tested by a change in your center of gr... Read More
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
See below: The rise in bhcg is reassuring, but the drop in Progesterone and spotting can be of concern. At this stage of pregnancy, it is still probably too... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Maybe: There is a "well" where the chemical that reacts with pregnancy hormone is placed. If you look closely, you can see the well even with negative tes... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
See below: At your age, it most likely means nothing more than you are not ovulating on a regular basis. There are some hormonal problems that can also caus... Read More
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A 46-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Pre-menopause: Sounds like the early stages of heading towards menopause. I tell my patients that irregularity tends to be the regular thing for most people at thi... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Can''t be done: Without more information or being able to do an exam, there is no way to solve your problem.
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Pretty common: This is called a subchorionic bleed and it's typically related to bleeding from the placenta. It typically resolves without incident, however, lar... Read More
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A 64-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Doubtful: Lactobacillus is an unusual bacteria for a bladder infection. It is a typical bacteria of the vagina, so this most likely represents a contaminated... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Biopsy: A tissue biopsy is always more accurate than a radiologic test. However, i would only recommend a breast biopsy if there is a concern with an exam ... Read More
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A 46-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
It's tough: The big thing is getting to know the "lay of the land". Even though you have a lot of lumps and bumps, they will not change in location - this is m... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Probably Not: Pregnancy tests are typically pretty sensitive and accurate right at the time of a missed period. If you are concerned, a blood pregnancy test is a... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Old blood: As your body breaks down blood, it turns from red to brown or black. This is most likely related to menstrual bleeding.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Yes: You can take Clomid (clomiphene) to try to conceive, but it sounds as though your doctor thinks it's not necessary. Clomid (clomiphene) helps in si... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
See below: In your particular situation, intermenstrual spotting is not surprising. You skip periods because you are not ovulating with regularity. This... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Weeks, but not month: It may take a few weeks for your body to realize that happened and cause you to miscarry, but it would be very unusual for it to be months.
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A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
See below: You would take a pregnancy test around 28 days after the first day of your last period (assuming you typically have 28 day cycles).
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A 33-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Yes, but....: This is not unusual, but it's not because of the tubal ligation. Many women have been on some sort of birth control or pregnant. Without eithe... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Just wait : Plan b is high dose hormones to make the uterine lining less hospitable to implantation for an embryo. It can cause some side effects such as bloa... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Probably not: This is probably your period. After taking an emergency contraceptive, you cycle can be irregular. Take a pregnancy test if you're concerned.
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A 36-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and call: Use Benadryl (diphenhydramine) to help with the rash symptoms for the here and now. Stop using the brace and call your physician.
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A 33-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Pretty unlikely: It's unlikely that you have conceived so quickly after a d&c. While, hormonally you can ovulate within a couple weeks after a d&c, the lining of th... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Yes: Lower dose pills, including loestrin 24, can often be associated with very, very light periods, or even none at all. The lighter the better. The... Read More
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A 53-year-old male asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Possibly: Any pulmonary irritant exposed to on a chronic basis could lead to enough damage and copd. These include fumes, chemicals, and substances like fib... Read More
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A 43-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Personal preference: There are different ways to do an ablation and most likely the balloon is what your doctor is most comfortable with.
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Yes: Could be morning sickness (or afternoon sickness, or evening sickness like my wife had). Best to take a test.
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
I agree: The cervix is fragile in pregnancy and can get roughed up with sex. If you're having bleeding every time, you should probably abstain.
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A 42-year-old male asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Not necessary: A baby's starting position for labor is not really important. The steps in childbirth are descent into the pelvis, internal rotation, extension, e... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Naproxen: Without knowing your situation and why you cannot take tylenol (acetaminophen) or ib, i can only make the suggestion of Naproxen (aleve), but check wi... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
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No: I've been in medicine 20 years and i've never heard of a pressure point for labor induction or inducing your period.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Yes: It could be a miscarriage, but it could just as well be associated with implantation/expansion of the placenta. You still need rhogam, but you can... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Several things: Several things are possible to cause vulvitis and discharge including simple yeast infections. However, other concerning conditions such as sexuall... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Possible: You can conceive the first cycle after a d&c. So, the best thing to do is take a pregnancy test. If it's negative, don't panic, it can take a bi... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Implantation: You can have bleeding early in pregnancy from implantation, but you can also have bleeding from the placental edge as it grows; also, you can have sm... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
See your doctor: There are so many different skin conditions that can pop up over time. It's best to have your pcp or a dermatologist look at them.
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A 34-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
No: The position of your cervix really has nothing to do with fertility. This is just how you were put together. And it does hurt to have ... Read More
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A 20-year-old male asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Unlikely: Wait a few days - if your period doesn't come, then you will need a pregnancy test.
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Prescription: Have your son's pediatrician confirm the diagnosis and get a prescription for treatment. I am unaware of any recommended therapy that is available ... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
No ovulation: Ovulation is essential for maintaining a normal cycle. Ovulation typically occurs around d14; without conception, a period comes roughly 14 days la... Read More
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A 17-year-old male asked:
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Plastic surgeon: If you're considering collagen injection or lip implants, it's best to see a plastic surgeon.
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
Not a problem: Although heat is considered teratogenic (able to cause birth defects), you would have to raise your core body temperature considerably. A heating p... Read More
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A 42-year-old female asked:
Dr. David Barrereanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 11 years experience
There are options: Taking ketorolac only helps as it is an anti-inflammatory pain medication. Treating the endometriosis is a better option to help alleviate you sym... Read More
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Barrere is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Dr. Barrere is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer or tip was very helpful! My doctor told me that it was benign..without biopsy done ..but i want to make sure..It discomfort me more ..can I go biopsy? thanks alot.
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Thanks for your quick reply! Thank you for the reply! I am currently on Prozac, and have been for a while. As far as ovulation blocking goes do you mean birth control?
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Thanks im trying to conceive but because my bmi is 37 n diabetes which I'm trying loose weight would they prescribe me clomid or pervora?
Awards
Top Doctor, First Place, Cincinnati, OH - Winter
2013
Top Obstetrician and Gynecologist, First Place, Ohio - Winter
2013
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