Dr. Magdala Beauvil

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

PCOS: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome can cause irregular periods. The periods may come every 2-3months or even once or twice a year. In addition, patients with... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

Do prenatal vitamins help make hair grow faster?

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Yes: Prenatal vitamins contain biotin which helps promote strong nails and hair growth. However, there are women who take prenatal vitamins but do not expe... Read More

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A member asked:

I just recently had my iud removed on the 24th. husband and i have has sex daily and now i'm getting nauseous, hot, and have a weird tingling feeling?

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Take pregnancy test: Conception can occur immediately after IUD is removed especially if you are in your ovulatory period.

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A 32-year-old female asked:

How can i know my ovulation period when my menstruation cycle change ?

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Ovulation tests: Typically ovulation occurs mid cycle regardless of a normal( 21-35dys)cycle interval. You can confirm with ovulation predictor tests over the counter.... Read More

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A 47-year-old female asked:

Just had a baby and she breast feeds and her areola's are bleeding what should she do?

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Moisturize: She should keep the nipples moist either with breast milk, warm compresses and nursing cream. The bleeding is most likely due to dry cracked nipples. ... Read More

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A 17-year-old male asked:

Condom broke and i bought my girl plan b an hour after it happened. she just experienced 2 days of light spotting/bleeding. is she pregnant?

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Too soon to tell: Emergency contraception is effective in about 75% . It would be too soon to say whether or not she is pregnant. I would take a pregnancy test in about... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

Always tired.. really need vitamins to boost my energy. i'm also breast feeding. what vitamins would be best to take?

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Prenatal Vitamin: Prenatal vitamins are best especially if you are nursing. Even though you are postpartum and are most likely fatigued due to sleep deprivation, I woul... Read More

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A 36-year-old female asked:

Took birth control pills course from 7th day of periods for 28 days. it's been 5days iv stopped taking bcp but periods haven't started yet.what to do?

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Restart : I would advise that you start taking a new pack of birth control with the next cycle. You do not have to wait until the first Sunday of your period. S... Read More

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A female asked:

I gotten a small black spot on my left breast and i thought nothing of it but it's been here for 3 weeks now and i don't know what to do,or what it is?

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Examination: You need to be examined to determine next course of action. Black spot may represent many things, skin tag, scab, mole, etc. For ex, a Nevi/mole may ... Read More

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A female asked:

My clitoris hurts every time i wipe, or gently touch it. i have never had this feeling before. there seems to be no swelling.

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Examination needed: You need to be examined by a GYN doctor to confirm what is the diagnosis. There could be many reasons why this area is painful i.e. infection, contac... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

When i press on my chest between my breasts it hurts really bad. what could it be?

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Evaluate: You should have an evaluation by a doctor. The pain could be muscle related, breast tissue related or it could be due to inflammation of chest wall/t... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I took the plan b pill the same day i had sex. i had thick white discharge then spotting now bleeding. should i worry? period isnt for 2 more weeks.

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Not unusual: It is not unusual to get breakthrough bleeding after taking emergency contraception. Remember the pill is effective about 75% of the time if taken wit... Read More

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A female asked:

Took a pregnancy test the week my period was due at the doctors office and it tested negative, but my period has yet to arrive?

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Reasons for delay: Besides pregnancy, menses can be delayed due to hormonal imbalance, stress, fluctuations in weight, medications,etc. Please follow up with a GYN for ... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I had a late period this month and it didn't seem like "normal" what can i look for to see and feel if i'm pregnant or not?

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Pregnancy test: Usually a pregnancy test will be positive about a week after you have missed your period. Some commercial brands will test positive even sooner .

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I'm 18 & i want the arm implant birth control. do i need to get a pap smear?

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No: You do not need a Pap smear prior to insertion of an implant. However, it would be a good idea to see your GYN for breast exam and cervical culture pr... Read More

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A 34-year-old female asked:

If i had a period 27th may till 2nd june never had sex till the 17 th june took a test yesterday and pregnant doctors says am 5 weeks how could that b?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Pregnancy dating: Yes that's correct. Pregnancy dating is always based on the first day of your last menstruation. Pregnancy happens usually two weeks after your mense... Read More

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A 27-year-old female asked:

Why slight milk color discharge from nipples? can not be pregnancy i got my periods on time.

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Galactorrhea: This could be due stress, nursing, medications or elevated prolactin level. Consult with a doctor for blood work and a breast exam.

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A 30-year-old female asked:

Delivered baby 16 months,still feel body edema,left leg and ankle larger than right,knee pain,breastfeeding?

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Edema: Lower extremity edema is very common after having a baby. However 16 months is a long time since giving birth to experience this. Signs of a deep vei... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I just got off my period but i had unprotected sex almost every day before i started. now i have nausea. could i be pregnant?

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Possibly: Depends on your cycle interval and when you ovulate.

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A 24-year-old female asked:

Hi i'm 2 days late in my period ,is it possible to be pregnant i also started going to the gym and i been having cramps should i take a pregnancy test?

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Yes: There are many reasons for delay in menses. Certainly, pregnancy has to be ruled out first.

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A 21-year-old female asked:

4 days late took 3 pregnancy testy and they all were negative... could i still be pregnant?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: It all depends on your cycle interval and when you conceived. Most pregnancy tests will be positive when you are about 1 wk late

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A 61-year-old female asked:

Endometrial biopsy benign but not definitive due to scant tissue. d & c in 3 weeks. is it likely d & c will be benign because biopsy was. anxious.

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Most likely: However, a d&c evaluates the entire endometrial lining to rule out any focal abnormality the biopsy may not have picked up.

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A 22-year-old female asked:

First time taking contraception pill. started on 1st day of period as directed, but period has so far lasted 11 days n hasnt stopped (light bleeding)?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Common: It is very common for that to occur. It may take some time for the body to adjust to the pills. Continue taking the pills everyday. If bleeding become... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

R side ovulation pain for years, several months-blood clots during period, sharp pain in rectal area a wk b4 period,cramps day b4 period starts?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Endometriosis : You may have endometriosis. This is a chronic condition associated with painful menses, rectal pain, pain with intercourse, etc. The way to definitive... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

Severe burning pain in stomach, middle, right below ribs. been hours hadn't gone away-. maybe unrelated 4 weeks post c section. tried aleve (naproxen) made worse?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Gastritis: You may have a stomach ulcer. Usually medications such as Aleve (naproxen) or any nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug can make this worse. Please seek... Read More

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A female asked:

I just got the depo shot yesterday may 3rd i was do for a period today may 4th and i never got it today but i am cramping should i have have a period?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Yes you should have a period soon. Keep in mind you may have prolonged spotting or bleeding when starting a contraceptive. However, With depot Prover... Read More

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A female asked:

For the past couple of weeks i've been having an itchy vagina and yellow discharge on my underwear it itches feel a slight burning, no pregnancy or sx

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Candida: It sounds like a yeast infection. You have to go to a GYN for evaluation and treatment.

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I am 18 years old.i am getting my periods 10 days early and this hapens every month.i am having nioole dicharge from both breasts.should i worry?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Evaluation is needed: There are many reasons for nipple discharge and irregular cycles. I would recommend getting your hormones checked such as a prolactin level and a full... Read More

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A female asked:

Missed period, cramping, bloating,feeling full,back and stomach ache.should i go doctors?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Take a pregnancy test . Most common symptoms of early pregnancy include bloating, Dizziness, nausea, breast tenderness and mild cramping.

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A 32-year-old female asked:

I used to have a 28-day cycle. i gained a lot of weight and removed mirena (levonorgestrel) iud. can i get pregnant? ttc 2nd child. cycle now 24-33days.

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: The normal interval between cycles are 21-35dys. Your cycle interval may change from time to time and that's ok as long as it is within a normal range... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

Had my growth ultrasound at 29 weeks pregnant baby is measuring in the 13th percentile and is lbs 2 lbs 9 oz..they said she was fine.is this ok?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: 2lb9oz baby at 29 wks is average weight. Some women have small babies and some have large babies. As long as baby is growing no need to worry for now.... Read More

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A member asked:

My period is 6 days late, have had brown spotting a few times, once or twice have had slighting pink as well, some cramps, possible pregnancy?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes: Delay in menses is pregnancy until proven otherwise. Take a pregnancy test.

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I have a paragard iud for almost 2 years.my last period was january 25,2016.i had pink spotting a week before my missed period and a week after?preg?

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Possibly: Although the IUD is very effective in preventing pregnancy, a small chance exist. Take a pregnancy test to confirm. Pregnancy with an IUD can result ... Read More

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A 35-year-old female asked:

I was prescribed boric acid vaginal capsules on 10/31/2013 to balance my ph levels. my rx says to discard on 10/31/14. is it still safe to use?

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No: It is not recommended to use a medication that has expired over one year ago.

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I have a pea sized bump near my groin area/vagina and im not sure what it is. i have never had sex. the bump doesnt hurt it just has been there. ?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Boil : It can be a boil, pimple, infected hair follicle, etc You need to be examined to confirm the diagnosis and the appropriate course of action.

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I started my period today april 12 but i don't want to be on my period for prom which is on april 16 do you think i will still be on my period?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Possibly: It depends on the length of your menstrual cycle. Menses can last 3 days and sometimes as long as 7-days. Most of the time menses are light by the 5 t... Read More

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A member asked:

Does cephalexin affect the nuvaring?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Possibly: I always recommend a backup method while on antibiotics because the antibiotics may decrease the efficacy of the contraceptive method.

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A female asked:

I missed 4 days of my bcps,i had unprotected sex all four days ,the fifth day i woke up with a period but it wasn't due for another 2 weeks is that no?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Breakthrough: Bleeding usually occurs when you miss the pills. Missing pills put you at risk of unplanned pregnancy and irregular bleeding. You should wait until yo... Read More

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A 34-year-old female asked:

5 days before missed period 6 home pregnancy tests say positive but blood test says 4 iu negative. can i still be pregnant?

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Recheck: <5 IU in Most blood test is a negative test. But because you took test before you actually missed a period I would repeat another blood test after ... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I has 3 days of light bleeding march 25 2016 now on april 12 my cervix is high and squishy . i have nausea without vomiting,headaches and mood swings

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Ovulation : It sounds like you are in your ovulatory phase, which is usually mid cycle. Symptoms around this time include mood swings, food cravings, clear discha... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I hav not seen my period a month now and i think i am pregnant cause i experiencing a lot of symptoms but within that month i had unprotected sex ?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Test: Any delay in menses is due to pregnancy until proven otherwise. You should take a pregnancy test or go to your local clinic for confirmation.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

What are the chances of getting pregnant 2 days before ovulation? i had sex using withdrawal, took an ovulation test the next day and it was positive

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High: Conception likely to occur 24-36 hrs prior to ovulation. Keep in mind the sperm can survive in the vagina for approximately 72 hrs.

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A member asked:

Does ovulation cause cravings like the period or might it be because of iron supplements?

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Yes: During ovulation many women experience cravings, tender breasts and bloating.

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A 30-year-old female asked:

Deep pelvic endo & residual endo, stage 4 servere.kissing ovaries stuck to bowel. behind uterus & cervix.endometrioma. can i get pregnant? 3rd op soon

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Less likely: Most patients with stage IV endometriosis require IVF ( In Vitro Fertilization)

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A female asked:

I am 23 years old and have been on the nuva ring for 7 years my fiance and i decided to have a baby how soon can i get pregnant?

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Right away: Once you discontinue any birth control it is possible to get pregnant right away. One exception is the Depot Provera (medroxyprogesterone) injection. ... Read More

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