A 46-year-old member asked:
will a pelvic exam hurt if i'm a virgin?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Katherine Sutherlandanswered
Gynecology 43 years experience
Not usually: The first pelvic exam is usually more scary than painful. If you have used a tampon, it should feel no more painful than that. If not, it may be a strange sensation to have any touching in that area, but concentrating on letting your muscles go loose and letting your legs fall apart is helpful. Your doctor will help explain what to expect to avoid any surprises.
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Dr. Audrey Lanceanswered
Gynecology 14 years experience
Possibly: Pelvic exams are uncomfortable for almost everybody. Whether or not an individual has actual pain is very dependent on the patient, however most women will describe the exam as feeling very uncomfortable, feeling pressure, maybe a feeling like they have to go to the bathroom. That being said, pelvic exams are important four your routine health maintenance, so it's a good idea to do it!
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Is pain common after a tkr?
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Dr. Rhett Griggsanswered
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Yes: Pain immediately after is painful however long term pain is not unless something is going on.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
What's the gate control theory for pain?
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Duh!!!: You don't need to know because it will not help you care for yourself. Only if you are writing a research paper. For chronic pain begin a self-care with a wellness program of vits, magnesium glycinate, sleep hygiene, exercise, self massage, chiropractor, yoga, heat, epsom tub soaking, stretching all are needed. In my practice I use acupuncture and myofascial tissue release.
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A 38-year-old male asked:
I believe I have a large single milia (about 1/2" relativey flat) in the center of my cheat. I have been able to "empty" it once but it is painful. What is involved in removing it?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Ellen Turneranswered
Dermatology 20 years experience
Easy.: See your dermatologist and he/she can numb it, and shave it off--no problem.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
Why would my right ovary hurt?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Alan Pattersonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 42 years experience
You may have a cyst: Or other problems or it may not be your ovary see your gyn for a pelvic ultrasound, and make sure you are not pregnant.
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A member asked:
Why does air come from my vagina during or after sex?
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Dr. Michael Sworanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 40 years experience
Vaginal air bubbles: Sexual activity can sometimes cause air bubbles to collect in the vagina, which then are expelled during or after sex. It's not a problem and not unusual. Get your regular gyn checkup to be sure that is what it is.
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