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do doctors recommend pads or tampons? which is safer?

Accepted Answer

Both are safe: as long as regularly changed.

Question 2

why are doctors recommending c sections more and more these days?

Accepted Answer

Multiple reasons: #1  Liability risks for prolonged labor with injury to child.
#2  Fewer forcep deliveries.
#3 Large  groups with multiple MD's who schedule for convenience.
#4 Premium babies of infertility or older patients who have labor dysfunctions or complications.
#5 Patient requests to avoid "vaginal stretching" , pain or bladder prolapse.
There are man more and these are just a few.

Question 3

do doctors recommend kegel exercises?

Accepted Answer

For incontinence: Kegel exercises target the pelvic floor muscles and can be helpful in cases of stress urinary incontinence, where coughing, sneezing, laughing, bending over, or lifting/straining can cause leakage.  If the amount of urinary leakage is bothersome, it is important to see a urologist to define the causes of leakage and review treatment options.

Question 4

what pain killers do doctors recommend?

Accepted Answer

Highly variable: That is waaay too broad a question to get a good answer.The best med for a pt. depends on many factors incl. the age of pt., type of pain/injury, known allergies, &amp; simply the doctor's preference.

Question 5

how would doctors recommend i treat reoccurring bv?

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You can get started: On acidlophilus pills or probiotics- that will help prevent bv, and i you ant to make sure the infection is not coming from the cervix or endometrium which is much less common to be causing te infection tan the vagina, but possible and you want to have a comprehensive culture that can test for over 20 different bacteria or more.

Question 6

how would doctors recommend i treat pimples quickly?

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Scientific Rx: If two weeks on over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide doesn't clear you, get with your physician. You may be a rx for a topical retinoic acid derivative, the oral contraceptive pill (if you're female), topical clindamycin, a systemic antibiotic such as tetracycline, or a dermatology referral for possible isotretinoin. All acne is manageable today; it's not a hygiene or lifestyle problem. We can help.

Question 7

when do doctors recommend an antrectomy? is it safe?

Accepted Answer

Rarely: An antrectomy is a rarely performed operation these days. It used to be a common procedure performed before the age of gastric acid reducing medications but these have revolutionized treatment of peptic ulcer disease. There may be a role in certain cancers of the stomach but that discussion should be had with your surgeon.

Question 8

how would doctors recommend i treat pimples overnight?

Accepted Answer

Acne: It is important to treat your acne so that you don't get permanent scarring.  Some patients wait too long before seeing their dermatologist to have their acne treated. Normally topical medicines and internal antibiotics are used to keep acne under control.  You can start with an over the counter benzoyl peroxide wash while you are waiting for your appointment with your dermatologist.

Question 9

are there any safe protein drinks that doctors recommend?

Accepted Answer

Protein Drinks: I recommend protein drinks that are lactose and gluten free with low sugar count. Brands such as Orgain, R.A.W., Dymatize Iso-100, MHP Paleo Protien. And many others.

Question 10

what would doctors recommend to help with roll on stomach?

Accepted Answer

V weight & ab work.: There is no such thing as spot fat loss. You need to lose weight in general & a certain % will be abdominal fat.  Eat healthfully & be physically active. Calories burned must &gt; calories consumed. To tighten ab's do crunches, reverse crunches, exercise ball crunches, pelvic thrusts, lying leg raises, side bridge & “bicycling” exercise on your back.  Engage in regular aerobic exercise.

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