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Obstetrics and Gynecology
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United States: New York
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A 23-year-old female asked:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Possibly: Depends on your cycle interval and when you ovulate.
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A 24-year-old female asked:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: During ovulation many women experience cravings, tender breasts and bloating.
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A 30-year-old female asked:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Less likely: Most patients with stage IV endometriosis require IVF ( In Vitro Fertilization)
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A female asked:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
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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A 19-year-old female asked:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Lesion: This could be a Nevi ( mole) or a small varicosity. This area should be evaluated for confirmation.
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A 19-year-old female asked:

Dr. Magdala Beauvilanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: Often a woman can develop breakthrough bleeding immediately after taking emergency contraception.
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1.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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