Dr. Carrie Giordano

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Unknown: First of all, using plan B, especially more than once in a short period of time, will trigger irregular bleeding and periods for one-2 months followin... Read More

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A 16-year-old female asked:

When i pee, pink blood and white discharge come out but im 2 days late on my period what is this?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Maybe your period: This could be your period about to begin. If you do not get your period within a week then do a pregnancy test and consult your doctor if you are sti... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I had a baby 2 years ago my cevix feels open!can i still have another baby?im 20,sometimes it feels closed most open!can i become pregnant easier?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Normal is closed: A normal non-pregnant cervix is closed. It may change consistency throughout the menstrual cycle and become softer and more noticeable during ovulatio... Read More

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A 39-year-old member asked:

What do you suggest if my girlfriend told me she got a pap smear..?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Good job!: It sounds like you girlfriend is taking care of her health. Routine gynecologic exams with PAP smears and HPV testing are recommended for women betwe... Read More

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A 31-year-old member asked:

Swollen bumps on the edge of the vulva, what's wrong?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Needs to look at it: With new skin lesions in the genital area it is always a good idea to to be by your doctor for appropriate diagnosis. It can be anything from a mild d... Read More

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A 47-year-old member asked:

What might be the problem with my periods appearing twice per month?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

See the gynecologist: You should definitely make an appointment ASAP with your gynecologist who will likely recommend an exam, biopsy, blood work and pelvic ultrasound.

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I've had a hard lump on my right labia (majora) for about 4 months. last night, i developed a bump on the top of it that resembles a fever blister. ?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Needs to look at it: With new skin lesions in the genital area it is always a good idea to to be by your doctor for appropriate diagnosis. It can be anything from a mild d... Read More

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A female asked:

I have had 2 periods in one month around jan 5 th- 8 th then again on the 31st- 3rd is this my period for february?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Yes!: Yes it sounds like your period just happened to start at the end of the calendar month, so this is technically your "February" period.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

I have a burning feeling in my vagina how do i treat it the doctor said i have candida?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Yeast: Candida is a form of yeast that can trigger symptoms of a vaginal infection. It is treated with prescription medication in pill form or vaginal suppos... Read More

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A 37-year-old male asked:

Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with ectopic pregnancy.

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Regular,close: Regular,close follow up of hormones is essential. Contact your doctor or go to the ER if severe pain.

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A 34-year-old female asked:

Hi doc, on my 4th day of my period had stricking pain on both of my breast is this normal?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Not unusual: It it very common to have bilateral breast tenderness during menstruation. Please see your doctor if it does not improve once your cycle is over and g... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I was on the deposhot for 9 months my last injection was beginning of feb i have not had a period since being on it how will i know when i ovulate?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

May take a while : It can sometimes take up to 2yrx for regular menstruation to return after depo-provera use. It can be difficult to predict when ovulation will occur a... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

How long after taking the morning after pill should you expect your period? i took it around 13-14 hours after having sex.

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Unpredictable: After using the morning after pill, your period may be irregular and/or unpredictable in the immediate weeks. If you miss your scheduled period, do a ... Read More

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A 37-year-old female asked:

I have a 5.8 x 3.8 cm cyst in my pelvis, it is causing extreme pain, i ended up in the er. does that qualify for removal with laparoscopic surgery?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Usually: Every treatment is individualized to the patient, but it would be very routine to be able to address an ovarian cyst of that size with pelvic laparosc... Read More

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A 22-year-old female asked:

No period for 3 months.4(-) preg-tests.feel something moving inside me.only nausea. preg or not?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

See your doc: You should see your doctor for an accurate pregnancy test and examination. She will need to investigate why you have missed your period for so long.... Read More

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A 31-year-old female asked:

22 weeks pregnant. cant hold anything down, including water for 48 hours. my left kidney is hurting. bad. should i go to er?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Yes: Yes. If you are unable to keep liquids down you are probably very dehydrated and need to be evaluated and given IV fluids and have your urine checked ... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

Hysteroscopy: 2 polyps removed july 22. occas. pain, today constant pinching pain in left uterine area, bloated, pain in back of hips when peeing. y?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Can be normal: It is typical to have cramping, light bleeding and possible bloating for up to 2 weeks after a hysteroscopy procedure. If you are having painful urina... Read More

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A 53-year-old female asked:

Feels thump in vagina or anus will do often and 5 or 6 times..even if i pee or bowel movement..

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Pulsation?: If you are feeling a pulsation in the vaginal or rectal area the best thing is be examined by a gynecologist to figure out what it is.

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Had unprotected sex last day of period. i'm 1 week late with nausea,sore nipples and minor cramps. could i pregnant?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Yes: Depending on the length of your cycle and when ovulation occurred, you could be pregnant. You should do a home pregnancy test with the first morning ... Read More

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A 22-year-old female asked:

What is the sign of miscarriage in third week pregnancy ??

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Watch for bleeding: A possible miscarriage is characterized by any type of vaginal bleeding, with or without cramping in a woman with a positive pregnancy test. If this ... Read More

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A female asked:

Before and during my period my stomach/intestines rumble a bit. is this normal?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Absolutely: Yes , this is completely normal - nothing to worry about.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

I have a linear bump that is sort of in an arc on my labia majora on the outer, fleshy part, not inside. it is smooth and no head. ~1.5cm x 0.5cm?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Needs to look at it: With new skin lesions in the genital area it is always a good idea to to be by your doctor for appropriate diagnosis. It can be anything from a mild d... Read More

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A 25-year-old female asked:

I did a pregnancy test this morning using first morning urine and it was positive now i've done a clear blue digital test this afternoon and its neg?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

It's positive: Congratulations! No need to repeat the home pregnancy tests. Be sure to schedule an appointment with your doctor soon.

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A 26-year-old female asked:

Ob said my endometriosis will disappear when i reach menopausal period. is it true?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Yes: Endometriosis continues to grow as long as estrogen is present, so once a woman is in menopause and her estrogen levels have declined, most symptoms r... Read More

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A 26-year-old female asked:

Can i use a hot tub at 5 weeks pregnant and if so what temp do i put it at?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

No: No, you should avoid hot tub use during pregnancy. It is not recommended allow the core body temperature to go above 102.2 degrees. A soothing warm b... Read More

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A 26-year-old female asked:

I've been on implanon since 2-14-14 and i bleed for 2 weeks then stopped and now i've been bleeding for a month. what's going on? what should i do?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Normal: A very common side effect of Implanon use is irregular or unpredictable bleeding. Be sure to keep a menstrual bleeding calendar. If you have heavy ble... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

Is it safe to use vaginal polygynax during pregnancy. 6 weeks pregnant?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Probably not : Caution should be used. One of the elements, neomycin, should be avoided during pregnancy when taken systematically. There are better individual thera... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

I normally have regular periods but it has been 48 days since my last one. i am not sexually active. what could be wrong?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Take a test : You should do a home pregnancy test with your first morning urine.

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A 31-year-old female asked:

How accurate are sonogram at 12 weeks?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Within a week: An adequate 12 week ultrasound should be accurate to within 7 days.

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A 30-year-old female asked:

I have a vulvar abcess,red,hot, tender,swollen. red vagina with yellowgreen discharg should i take systemic antibiotic ? or topical fucidin is enough?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Seek help: A vulvar abscess should be addressed by your doctor to determine if it needs to be drained or if there is a more complicated infection.

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A 41-year-old female asked:

Im 4 days postop at tah kept ovaries still unable to produce a bowel movement,no appetite and severe et side pain hurts to walk,sit and lay down?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

See you doctor ASAP: If you had a recent surgery and are in increasing pain with inability to pass gas or have a BM you need to be evaluated right away to rule out post-o... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

Can bilateral ovarian cysts cause hard, dry stool and other gi/digestion issues? (cysts 2.9 - 3.4 cm)

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Perhaps: The small size of the ovarian cysts are unlikely to be causing such changes to your digestion, although endometriosis can certainly cause GI disturban... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

Im on ocella (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) and take it always at 10pm. i heard if ur overweight it doesn't work as well. i'm 5'10 and 157lbs, my bmi is normal. but i'm worried cuz i'm tall?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Normal BMI: You are not overweight and therefore should not be concerned that your pills are less effective.

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A 25-year-old female asked:

I've been on my period for a month passing blood clots the size of grapefruits in major pain on the opening of my vagina i'm on birth control help?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

See your Gyn : This it not normal to pass such clots. You need to make an appointment with your gynecologist for blood testing, exam, and a possible ultrasound.

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A 23-year-old female asked:

What does it mean if my braxton hicks contractions are happening more often as in everyday and my i am having back pains and my belly is starting drop?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

To be expected: It is very usual to have increasing Braxton hicks contractions as pregnancy progresses and you are closer to your due date. Remember to contact your o... Read More

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A 24-year-old female asked:

Dizziness, nausea, headaches, unusual and short "periods", sensitive to smells, lower back pain. (3 mon) could i be pregnant? multi neg preg tests.

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Unlikely: If you have continued to have monthly periods and negative home pregnancy tests, it is highly unlikely that you are pregnant. You may want to consult... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

Could chlamydia return after 4 years without being re infected by another person?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

No: No, if you were appropriately treated in the past, chlamydia cannot "recur" unless you are re-infected.

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A female asked:

I have small white bumps on the inside of my vagina lips. it itches and burns when i wipe after urinating and it itches frequently.

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Needs to look at it: With new skin lesions in the genital area it is always a good idea to to be by your doctor for appropriate diagnosis. It can be anything from a mild d... Read More

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A 37-year-old male asked:

Please share an interesting fact about living with endometriosis.

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Ignore: The average age of diagnosis for Endometriosis is 27.

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A 37-year-old male asked:

Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with chlamydia.

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Ignore: Chlamydia is easily treated with antibiotics - but be sure BOTH you and your partner are treated.

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A 36-year-old male asked:

Please share a tip on some do's and don'ts with regard to std's.

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Ignore: Always you barrier protection and expect your partner to provide evidence of recent std screening.

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A 36-year-old member asked:

How long should you bleed after having a ployp removed from your cervix?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Typically a few days: Depending on the size and method of removal, there shouldn't be bleeding for more than a couple of days, a week at most. The bleeding is typically li... Read More

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A 37-year-old male asked:

Please share an interesting fact about dealing with hot flashes.

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Ignore: Hot flashes occur in 75% of menopausal women. Stress, anxiety & even spicy food can exacerbate them.

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A 26-year-old female asked:

Getting sick non stop vomiting when your 16 weeks pregnant is that normal? on a nausea medication does not help can't keep anything down only 7 up pop

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

See a doctor: Yes. If you are unable to keep liquids down you are probably very dehydrated and need to be evaluated and given IV fluids. Call your doctor and let he... Read More

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A female asked:

Why fluid in uterus? no health problems no bleeding or painful urination. white discharge but normal, low back pains, blood work was fine also..

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Normal: If you are still having regular menstruation, it is normal to note some fluid in the uterus especially if the ultrasound was performed during the seco... Read More

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A 32-year-old male asked:

Is annovate cream for pills safe in pregnancy?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Cream is fine: You should always consult your obstetrician before using medications during your pregnancy. In general, Annovate cream is safe to use in the directed... Read More

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A 24-year-old female asked:

I have clear discharge, with blood it in it. i am on birth control, had sex last night, should i be concerned?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Probably normal: A clear, odorless, non-irritating vaginal discharge can be completely normal. The blood tinge could be related to recent intercourse or timing of your... Read More

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A 26-year-old female asked:

Is it ok to take calcium, vit c, and omega 3 while pregnant and in taking pre natals?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Yes: Most prenatal vitamins contain all of these and in conjunction with a balanced diet you should need extra supplementation.

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A 39-year-old female asked:

My cycle came on a day late which was july 28th and went off on july 30th. now i am having pink discharge. could i be pregnant?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Unlikely: If you had a normal cycle then it is unlikely you are pregnant. If you feel like your bleeding was very light, continue to monitor and consider a pr... Read More

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A 24-year-old male asked:

When someone has stds is there a way to tell? if someone is about to have sex using protection if person dont say they have std is there way to know?

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Testing is available: Many STDs have no symptoms and the only way to know is to obtain testing from your physician. Always use condoms.

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