Question 1

hi doctor. i am susan and i am 32 years old. i am married and my husband is abroad related to his work. i did not have my periods since 2 months and have constipation can u pls suggest something?

Accepted Answer

: For constipation take an OTC laxative and a diet with fiber and roughage and some excersize daily. Re your period pl see your doctor for cause

Question 2

how do they do a dexi scan?

Accepted Answer

Like an x-ray: It's like a simple x-ray - you lie in a small, partially enclosed space while the exam is performed.  Sorry, i don't have pics or video for this one!

Question 3

what is a ctg scan? what is an afi?

Accepted Answer

Fetal health: CTG is cardiotocography , a device monitoring fetal heart rate and contractions during pregnancy. Also called electronic  fetal monitor (EFM). Amniotic fluid index (AFI) is a measure of amount of amniotic fluid in cm. determined by ultrasonography and is measure of fetal health. AFI normal values 8-18.

Question 4

suden drop in weight, but feel okay.

Accepted Answer

Need evaluation: Sudden significant weight loss without reduction in caloric intake or an increase in activity needs further evaluation to rule out hyperthyroidism, malabsorption and occult systemic disease/malignancy.

Question 5

what is staging scans and plan for sx?

Accepted Answer

Staging and planning: Staging scans are typically done in setting of newly diagnosed cancer to determine the stage (1–4) of the cancer. The more advanced the stage the lower the long-term survival.

Planning scans are typically done by surgeons prior to an operation in order to determine anatomical layout and to plan the approach of the surgery.

Question 6

is there pain involved in a hiada scan?

Accepted Answer

Hiada scan: Usually there is no pain associated with the scan itself however it can precipitate a gallbladder attack.

Question 7

at how many weeks can i go for my scan?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound: High risk pregnancies get ultrasound at 6-8 weeks. Otherwise it's done between 18 and 20 weeks

Question 8

what questions should i ask at my 12 week scan?

Accepted Answer

Pregnant ? : Too early for sex of the baby. Are there more than one fetus ? Is the heart beat strong ? Is there enough fluid ? Am i anemic ? What is my sugar level ? That should help.

Question 9

why would my lower bowl collapse during a ctc scan?

Accepted Answer

: If there is no air/fluid coming down from the small intestines such in the case of small bowel obstruction. I wonder what condition you had when this CT was done. Take care.

Question 10

is it possible to be scanned to see one baby instead of two?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Depending on how pregnant you are at this time, an ultrasound study can tell if you are carrying one or two babies.

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Hi doctor. i am susan and i am 32 years old. i am married and my husband is abroad related to his work. i did not have my periods since 2 months and have constipation can u pls suggest something?

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How do they do a dexi scan?

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What is a ctg scan? what is an afi?

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Suden drop in weight, but feel okay.

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What is staging scans and plan for sx?

A member asked:

Is there pain involved in a hiada scan?

A member asked:

At how many weeks can i go for my scan?

A member asked:

What questions should i ask at my 12 week scan?

A member asked:

Why would my lower bowl collapse during a ctc scan?

A member asked:

Is it possible to be scanned to see one baby instead of two?

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