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Just Curious Anyone Have the Genetic Spit Test Done with New Pregnancy.......
Asked by C.R. from Sacramento
on October 17, 2011
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So with this pregnancy there are so many more testing options for genetic testing that I feel slightly overwhelmed. With my 2nd I passed on everything except the usual...
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- I have to agree that most these tests are a money game and just over the top. I also like the comments about the high miscarraige rates due to stress about these thing...
- I can pretty much bet this is a test done by a laboratory that does "100 genetic tests for $350"! I admire you for getting prenatal genetic testing but your doctor an...
- I was well into my 30's having my first, second, third.....I did not have any of those tests and did initial blood, and ultrasound....Like you I wouldn't do anything d...
Having a Tooth Pulled While 33Weeks Pregnant.
Asked by A.S. from Los Angeles
on April 23, 2008
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I would like to know if anyone has been in the situation where you need a tooth pulled while pregnant? and would like tp know if there were any side affects that might...
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- This all depends on the tooth. Is there a filling in the tooth? What you want to be careful of is what is the dentist going to use to numb the area? Also, is there ...
- You would probably just receive a local anesthetic (novacaine), meaning a shot. You shouldn't have any complications from this. If they have to put you under for whate...
- I had 4 wisdom teeth pulled (3 wisdom, 1 molar) just as I started my second trimester. I know it sounds crazy, but my insurance was up so I had to make a decision. T...
Afraid of Being "Put to Sleep"
Asked by F.S. from Indianapolis
on September 14, 2011
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I go in to have surgery to repair an umblical hernia october 3rd... and Im so nervous about being put to sleep for the procediure. I know another option is to get an e...
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- For me it was only a D & C but I was afraid, too. My BP is quite low and I'm on a tricky medication so I was worried for that reason. I had a wonderful doctor wh...
- I have been put under for a major surgery (femur break-had to have a rod put in my leg). It was fine. Actually very peaceful. I almost died from the actual surgery, so...
- I feel for you so much. I too was nervous. I had gastric bypass and I was put under. I was shaking so bad out of fear. Going under anesthesia is very scary, and yes th...
Your Thoughts on Tubal Ligation Vs. Vasectomy Vs. Mirena?
Asked by D.C. from Dallas
on June 11, 2009
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Hey Mommas:
My husband and I are expecting our second little boy in two weeks and would like to have an effort-free birth control option afterward, since we don't pla...
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- You don't sound ready to have the tubal or the vasectomy - you need to think of them as PERMENANT!!! IF there is a chance you may want another baby - you should try th...
- yes you can reverse a vasectomy and have another one. my second boy is proof of it. but it all depends on lots of factors. yes you can reverse a t.l., but again it ...
- I've had my Mirena for over a year now LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it. I have 3 friends who have it also & feel the same way I do.
Is There Any Other Pain Medicines Besides an Epidural?
Asked by A.C. from Washington DC
on April 13, 2010
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im kind of new up here and i was just wondering if anyone knows if theres any other pain medications besides an epidural?
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- For pain relief drugs in labor, you can get anesthetics through an epidural or narcotics through IV or injection. Be sure to learn the risks and side effects of pain ...
- Let me just put this thought in your head.....if for any reason at all you have to have a pitocin to induce labor get an epidural immediately. Pitocin is awful awful ...
- In my prenatal classes they were talking about Demerol, etc...those you can only use during a certain period of time...I chose not to get those because it can affect t...
Looking for W Omaha OBGYN
Asked by A.W. from Omaha
on March 30, 2006
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I am looking for a OBGYN in West Omaha that would possibly deliver at Lakeside. I had a friend who delivered at Lakeside and loved the quiet atmosphere. If anyone kno...
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- I see Dr. Thomas Besse. I moved here a year and a half ago and needed a doctor. My friend's cousin lives here and is a nurse. She recommended him to me. He is wond...
- I think my OBGYN is amazing, his name is Dr. Michael Nabity and his phone number is ###-###-####. He does deliver at Lakeside. He has an office in Lakeside Mediacal ...
- Hi A.! I was a Labor and Delivery nurse for 8 years and I know many of the OBGYN's in town. My husband is also an OBGYN but he does not deliver at Lakeside so I guess ...
Will I Regret Having an Epideral?
Asked by H.K. from Gainesville
on March 23, 2010
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I went all natural last time....no medications whatsoever.... Well, it was a fast, but rough birth and so we are thinking of going to the hospital next time. We have t...
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- Natural means no interventions but doesn't refer to where you birth - hospital, birth center, home or the car! Is the hospital the same one you were at previously...
- Dear Hopie, When things got rockin and rollin with my first baby, things happened so fast there was no time to discuss an epidural. My second baby was different an...
- I had an epideral for both of my pregnancy's. I had problems with both. Not major problems, but problems none the less. BUT, even after the problem with the first d...
Having a D&C Tomorrow. How Will I Feel Afterwards?
Asked by S.A. from Chicago
on November 27, 2012
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So I've been going through this ordeal of going and getting ultrasounds to check heart tones. I was supposed to go this Friday for another one, but I started spotting...
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- Tired, emotional, a little crampy but not that bad. mostly emotionally drained. I had no other children at the time so that helped, but if your mom can help you with t...
- Hey hon. I know your pain. I had mine done two weeks ago. The mental hurt makes it so much worse. I was down for two days. You will have what feels like contractio...
- So sorry. I went through the same thing with my first pregnancy. It was heartbreaking since I thought that I might not ever have a child. I was very tired from the ...
NEED YOUR HELP ASAP Epidural for Cesarean on 11-11-09
Asked by J.L. from Hartford
on November 7, 2009
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After weeks of having issues with my pregnancy and being on bed rest I will be having my baby via Cesarean on Wed Nov 11th.
I am seeking honest experiences from tho...
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- Hi J., I had no problem with my epidural. First of all, you can't see the anesthesiologist because he/she will be behind you. Truthfully, the hardest thing for me...
- Hi J. I am not scared of needles, but I totally understand your fear, especially after they make you sign what feels like 23 pages of releases for things that could...
- I had an epidural for my son and ended up having a c-section. I didn't find it bad, but heck I was in pain already. I just remeber being itchy when it wore off, but no...
Laparoscopy Gallbladder Surgery While Pregnant
Asked by J.K. from Dallas
on April 21, 2007
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Has anyone had their gallbladder removed while in their second trimester? Do you think the benefits outweigh the risks? I have a gallstone that is 3.6 cm big and my ...
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- My friend had hers taken out like that while she is pregnant and everything went great. She was just a little swore
- I haven't gone through this personally, but one of my good friends just found out last week that she has to have her gallbladder removed on May 8th. She'll be in her 2...
- I had this same surgery done when I was 12 weeks pregnant with my son. He is now 4 years old and it has had no effect on him at all. The surgery is completely safe a...
