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Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licenses
United States: California
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
303 Answers
122 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
I don't know what "abnormal bleeding" is, but if you have lost trust in the treating physician, a change might be considered, since ibuprofen is norma... Read More
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Answered Nov 30, 2021
A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
The father's blood type (and therefore the baby's blood type) and whether this is your first pregnancy or not is of concern. Generally, if the baby's... Read More
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Answered Sep 14, 2021
A 35-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
I am not a pediatrician, but it sounds very much like you need to find a trusted pediatrician, one familiar with gastrointestinal problems.
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Answered Sep 23, 2021
A 17-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
The diagnosis of pregnancy usually requires a late or missed or very scant period and ultimately a positive pregnancy test. You are there probably not... Read More
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Answered Aug 18, 2021
A 36-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Additionally, see a trusted dermatologist who can provide immunization as well as a total body check, which at you age should be performed annually.
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Answered Aug 21, 2021
A 40-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
The most common explanation is lack of tubal latency in your remaining tube, which is the result of pelvic inflammation, one of the common causes of t... Read More
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Answered Aug 05, 2021
A 43-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Menstrual pain, or dysmennorha, may indicate pelvic disease. There are methods to control the pain if severe. It sounds like a visit to a trusted ob-g... Read More
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Answered Feb 23, 2022
A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
I can't think of any reason to perform ovulation tests after a late period and two positive pregnancy tests.
Congratulation!
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Answered Feb 23, 2022
A 22-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Bleeding following coitus should not occur and should be evaluated by a trusted gynecologist. While there, he/she should also be able to give advice ... Read More
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Answered Sep 14, 2021
A 17-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Urinary tract infection is very common and usually characterized by frequent urination and painful urination. Your symptoms sound like your may have ... Read More
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Answered Jul 27, 2021
A 38-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
DIET IS KEY: Sounds like you are on a diet, in which case I presume that you may be obese. You are on the right track! Maintain a normal diet rather than the one... Read More
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A 41-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
AXIOM TO RECALL: The advice given is good. Recall: It is not stress that determines your quality of life (we all have stress), but how you resolve the stress that co... Read More
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25 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
PROBABLY CYST: Small, usually benign, cysts commonly occur on the labia minora and majora, See a board-certified gynecologist for reassurance and/or removal.
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A 38-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Gastroenteritis: The primary diagnosis of diarrhea and mild pain is a viral infection of the bowel, pr enteritis. Drink lots of fluids to avoid dehydration and use OT... Read More
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19 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
DYSPARUNIA: Pain during sexual intercourse is called "dysparunia." It can have several causes and deserves careful evaluation and examination, preferably by a tr... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
CHANGE DOCTOR: Ovulation is unlikely 6-7 days prior to menstruation, despite this doctor's interpretation of the lab data. I don't know what the medical situation ... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
TIMING: Two things come to mind: First of all, having intercourse at ovulation time doe not guarantee a pregnancy. For example, if you are routinely douchin... Read More
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7 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Gender questionable: I'm not sure of your gender, but assume you are female, in which case slight difference in breast size is normal and unrelated to your social habits. ... Read More
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317 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 28-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
GET A 2ND OPINION: The dermatologist suggested a treatment which is not effective. See another doctor.
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A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Topical castor oil: Based on one study, I would avoid application of castor oil in the third trimester, where it has been reported to cause uterine contraction.
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A female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
See surgeon immediat: The stent may not be working. I would see the operating surgeon immediately, if possible.
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318 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 37-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
PAT: I would be VERY concerned about a pulse of 230 bpm, even if regular, even if "generally fit." People who feel no symptoms may have cardiovascular dis... Read More
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346 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 31-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
MIDTERM ABORTION: The absence of bleeding is very reassuring. The next visit to your OB should add assurance.
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A 69-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
HRT: Most obstetricians discontinue HRT because estrogen, in some patients, increases the risk of breast CA. However, if you have symptoms which will resp... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
ECTOPIC PREG: Your situation can best be managed by an OB who specializes in infertility. The cause of your ectopic pregnancy may be a factor and there are tests t... Read More
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273 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 24-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Time!: You likely have a mild upper respiratory viral infection. If you eat well, drink lots of fluids and can live with symptoms for another week, time is ... Read More
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317 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 45-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
What is "too long?": A cough productive of sputum requires medical attention. A non-productive cough that has not cleared within a week might have many causes and also re... Read More
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317 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
POLYCYSTIC OVARIES: Polycystic ovaries are best treated with hormone replacement therapy (BCPs), hoping to preserve fertility. Although partial resection of ovaries has ... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
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Answered Apr 15, 2021
A 24-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
You would be wise to see a trusted proctologist to evaluate your symptoms.
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Answered Aug 10, 2021
A 36-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
R/O PREGNANCY: You have not mentioned your age or status of sexual exposure to pregnncy.
Your complaint seems to be that of decreasing periods. I would advise tha... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
LIKELY INFECTION: If I had to bet....I'd select a candidal (yeast) infection involving the vagina, vulva and perineum. However, the source can be other than yeast and ... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Dysmenorrha: There are many causes of painful periods, all of which deserve at least examination by a trusted Ob-Gyn. One of these, called endometriosis, can effe... Read More
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A 38-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
SEE DOCTOR: Unremitting severe chest pain, particularly that which "rotates" in a female, has possible cardiac etiology. See a doctor as soon as possible to eval... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
THYROID SCAN: Tis sounds like a description of a "normal thyroid gland," effectively ruling out areas of abnormal activity. If your thyroid studies are otherwise n... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
MATTER OF CHOICE: I don't see how the theoretical dangers of listeria and nitrates could harm a 12-week fetus, but since you have an OB, why not let him/her make the de... Read More
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A 43-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Yes: Diastasis recti implies a weakness of fascia rather than muscle. It is more common DURING pregnancy but can as well present after pregnancy or later ... Read More
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66 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 19-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
Your confusion can be alleviated by examination by a trusted doctor. This is not likely a vuvovaginal condition , but more likely a skin condition "n... Read More
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Answered Sep 14, 2021
A 35-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
WHY NOT?: Agree with first responder. I drink 8-12 oz of celery juice and a blueberry shake every am.
Agree with first response. Married to a vega... Read More
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31 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
PREGNANCY UNLIKELY: Your period ha likely come by now. Particularly, if your withdrawals have become lighter, you may be a candidate for a different "pill." This is a ... Read More
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A 18-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
The stomach is a cause of bad breath and must be evaluated if the mouth is not causative.
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Reviewed Nov 19, 2021
A 33-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
REGULARITY: In addition to Dr Singh's good advice, the major difference between atrial fibrillation (known as A-fib) and either flutter or sinus tachycardia is th... Read More
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A 42-year-old male asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
The Flu: Sounds like a viral upper respiratory infection, or "the flu." If your temp is elevated, Covid-19 becomes a consideration and if so, you should be tes... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
HPV: I don't know what "contamination ocd" stands for, but I seriously doubt that HPV can be transmitted from uvula (your GP can better explain how HPV got... Read More
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3 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
SEE GYN: Vag discharge and odor are symptoms of bacterial vaginitis, common and usually sexually transmitted. A gynecologist will either see "clear cells" or ... Read More
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33 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 22-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
See gynecologist: A single episode of menstrual irregularity is usually of no concern, in the absence of other symptoms. However, particularly if sexually active, this... Read More
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33 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
SEE A DOCTOR: You are probably pregnant. Gynaecoside was not used many years ago when I practiced--I presume it is man abortifacient. If pregnancy termination is ... Read More
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A 40-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
RECURRENT PAIN: The most likely reason for recurren pelvic problems is recurrence of endomtriosis. Be prepared for recommendation of hysterectomy, removal of tubes a... Read More
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25 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
CHECK WIKIPEDIA: As a (retired) board-certified ob-gyn, I know nothing about the anti-convulsant Lamictol, except that it is contraindicated in pregnancy (and breast-f... Read More
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27 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Lasnoveranswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 62 years experience
BREAST BURN: I'm sorry you have to experience the pain of healing. You can minimize the pain by supporting the affected breast, i.e., wearing a bra for 24 hours d... Read More
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27 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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Your answer was very helpful, thanks! I am thank you for your time and good advice
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Thank you. RE dr toldme to have intercourse cause ovulating right side
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I never had hysteroscopy just ultrasounds. I'm debating on having it
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Medical/Graduate school
Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California, CA
Graduated 1961MD
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