Question 1

what can i do to address suprapubic pain that has been coming in waves over past few years?

Accepted Answer

Seek evaluation.: Suprapubic & pelvic pain can have straightforward causes, such as a urinary tract infection which can be diagnosed & treated in an uncomplicated way. Other causes can be more difficult to diagnose & manage, such as complex pelvic pain syndromes which may require medication, behavior modification, & physical therapy. Find & work with a gynecologist or urologist who specializes in pelvic pain.

Question 2

had a low lying placenta @12.5weeks . i'm now 18 weeks measuring  21 with suprapubic pain. could this be related to the placenta?

Accepted Answer

Possibly not likely : Placenta previous very common in early pregnancy. Overtime the placental typically grows and moves up and out-of-the-way. Unless it completely covers the opening of the cervical opening (os), is unlikely to cause any significant problems. Any bleeding however or significant cramping should cause you to check with your doctor.

Question 3

is suprapubic pain during the first week a sign of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Not: Suprapubic pain would be uncommon for early pregnancy. You could have a bladder infection. See your doc.

Question 4

had chronic suprapubic pain for 3+ years. spreads to groin and thighs. never found anything, except 1 mycoplasma. could there be a connection or not?

Accepted Answer

No: Most likely unrelated. If cystoscopy and biopsy are within normal limits you just need pain management either with medications or bio feedback or cognitive behavioral therapy methods.

Question 5

i have low back pain and suprapubic pain, could i have a urine infection? even though no cystitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: UTI (urinary tract infection) symptoms can vary from episode to episode. The more common symptoms are urinary frequency, urgency and dysuria. However, suprapubic discomfort alone or in conjunction with low back pain be the presenting symptoms of a UTI.

Question 6

why do men "shoot" blanks?

Accepted Answer

Shooting blanks: Shooting blanks refers to ejaculate which lacks sperm or a lower than normal amount of sperm that is generally accepted as incapable of causing pregnancy.  There are many reasons why this may happen.

Question 7

how can we treat p.e. in men?

Accepted Answer

PE: Pulmonary embolism?  Same way as in women.  Heparin or lmwh acutely.  Search for underlying source ( ? Dvt) and cause - hypercoag state, etc. Coumadin (warfarin) longer term.

Question 8

5'6'' height is normal for men?

Accepted Answer

Full range: Any height can be normal range, except dwarfs, and they have a family range as well.
You may still grow slightly.
5-6 used to be tall!
i am taller than my dad at 5-7 and my boys are 5-11.
Very variable by family and nature.

Question 9

is eating tofu good or bad for men?

Accepted Answer

Neither: It is good protein with low fat.  Part of a heathy diet for boys and girls.

Question 10

are all men physically stronger than women?

Accepted Answer

VIve la difference!: Of course not!  People come in all shapes, sizes, ages, and physical capabilities or limitations. Sorry, your question cannot be generalized.

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What can i do to address suprapubic pain that has been coming in waves over past few years?

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Had a low lying placenta @12.5weeks . i'm now 18 weeks measuring 21 with suprapubic pain. could this be related to the placenta?

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Is suprapubic pain during the first week a sign of pregnancy?

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Had chronic suprapubic pain for 3+ years. spreads to groin and thighs. never found anything, except 1 mycoplasma. could there be a connection or not?

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I have low back pain and suprapubic pain, could i have a urine infection? even though no cystitis?

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Why do men "shoot" blanks?

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How can we treat p.e. in men?

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5'6'' height is normal for men?

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