D&C
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Trying to STAY Pregnant
Asked by S.T. from Denver
on April 14, 2009
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My husband and I have lost two pregnancies - both missed miscarriages in the past year. One at 8 weeks and one at 12 weeks. It was found at a scheduled ultrasound wi...
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- S. T, I recommend vitality for life prenatals from Melaleuca, they are the best form for hard pregnacies, the first mom who had the octoplets used these vitamins, I...
- Have you tested for celiac disease? I know it sounds weird that an allergy to wheat/gluten would be the cause, but I know someone who had several miscarriages before l...
- I have heard wonderful things about progesterone. I wish you the best of luck and I had my youngest son when I was 37. Don't worry about your age. I am kind of surp...
Miscarriage
Asked by S.H. from Los Angeles
on August 22, 2008
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Hi everyone. I had a miscarriage at 4 months about 2 weeks ago. I'm not sure how to take this. I felt so sick the whole time, but I just figured this pregnancy was d...
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- Sarah, I don't think you're crazy at all. I think other people are crazy for telling you that "you're young and somehow that should be a consolation." You're grieving....
- A dear friend of mine has just gone through the same thing. She lost her daughter at 5 months for no apparent reason. They had an autopsy done which, unfortunately, ...
- Sarah, four months along is a huge loss - and yes, many women have lost the baby even later, but they weren't you. I am truly sorry for your loss. Folk just don't kn...
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease????
Asked by M.M. from Las Cruces
on May 18, 2011
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I had a beautiful baby girl (#3) on February 18. I had continued bleeding for 9 weeks after delivery. I finally had an ultrasound where it was seen immediately that I...
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- Sounds like you still have an infection or have a new one. Definitely call the doctor. If the infection has spread from the uterus it might be called a PID but I thi...
- PID is usually a sexually transmitted disease that one gets from a partner as far as I know. I have heard it is extremely painful with abdominal swelling and tenderne...
- Without researching... PID brings to mind STDs and chlamydia. Untreated chlamydia turns into PID. PID usually causing sterility in women.
Ectopic Pregnancy in April, When to Try Again?
Asked by J.K. from St. Louis
on May 15, 2009
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Hi all, my husband and i found out in april we were pregnant with baby #2, very much surprised since i was on the pill but instantly happy. 6 short days later i was in...
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- Sorry to hear what you have recently been through. On that note, if you were on the pill and surprised to find out you were pregnant, then it sounds like you obviousl...
- I know you already updated and everything, but I just wanted to say to hang in there. I know exactly what you are going through...18 months ago I had an ectopic (and ...
- I would agree with the other response. Relax and enjoy your little girl. I also have had four pregnancies and have but two children here. At church there are 7, 7!!...
Continuing Trying to Conceive or Decide to Adopt
Asked by D.J. from Amarillo
on February 18, 2009
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My husband and I have been trying to conceive a baby for almost a year. I have hypothyroidism, and my hormones fluctuations have been horrible throughout the whole pr...
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- I also think it is up to your and your husband. Only you know what you can handle. I would seek the advice of dr's also. I have heard that stress can make things diffi...
- I highly recommend adoption - my brother and his wife adopted two boys (twins) about 18 months ago and they have been a delight and joy to the whole family. There are...
- Adoption is an awesome thing. If you feel that is a good option, then go for it. It is a long process, so start sooner rather than later. When you say your doctor...
Should I Switch Doctors?
Asked by K.B. from Dallas
on January 30, 2008
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I need some advice Mama's. I apologize in advance for the length of this question. It's impossible to ask without giving you the background. My husband and mother-in-l...
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- Always go with your gut! When you first have a qualm about something, immediately change it. It's a big red flag that you're already asking advice about seeing anoth...
- certainly see the specialist first and see what he has to say, write down everything you want to ask before you go so you dont forget anything!!! take everything he sa...
- I sure would switch. I think it is important to feel 100% comfortable with the person caring for you while you are caring for an unborn child. You have to feel good en...
LEEP Vs 2Nd Pap
Asked by A.L. from Orlando
on December 4, 2006
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Brief over view - I had a pap that was abnormal during the time I was pregnant - had a colposcopy done showing severe displasia but then I had a blighted ovum and had ...
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- Well I had the same procedure done coloscopy. I became suspicious of the same thing and I had a series of pap smears done. My suggestion to you would be to make sure...
- Get another pap. I was abnormal while pregnant too and now every things fine!
- Hi! I had several abnormal paps (before and after pregnancy) and had a LEEP in May. I did it because the peace of mind it brought was worth it. It was outpatient- do...
2 Miscarriage and Testing
Asked by A.K. from Dallas
on May 20, 2010
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Hello Fellow Mama’s
I would like to ask a question to get some helpful advice from you all.
First, I’m 34 yrs old, have 9 yr old daughter who keeps me busy, bein...
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- I'm so sorry for what you are going through. I also had two miscarriages. After the second miscarriage I went in to talk with my OB about what was going on. My issu...
- I am sorry about your miscarriages. I have had two too - one before and one after my daughter was born. After the second one, I went to a perinatal specialist at Pre...
- A., I am sorry for your loss. I know you are hurting. Please know there are a lot of women who have walked in your shoes. I had 5 miscarriages before delivering my...
ACK... I've Lost the String to My Mirena!
Asked by B.H. from Dallas
on May 3, 2011
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Bit of a minor freak-out going on here! At my annual exam today, the Doc said that there was no sign of the string for my Mirena IUD. I've had no trouble with it for...
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- I know this is probably an impossibility but maybe your doc could speak with the Mirena rep. If this has been a constant issue ( such as a recall, situation) or even a...
- So sorry! That sucks big time....I would take a deep breath, suck it up and have it done :)
- I have nothing to say but UGH!! So sorry to read this. That SUCKS!!
Mom's Health Question
Asked by J.G. from Detroit
on September 7, 2012
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My dr. has been recommending endometrial ablation for my excessive periods for nearly 4 years now (I didn't want to return to the pill) and I am finally ready to do it...
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- My sister got a bad infection after her endometrial ablation. She really wished she had done more research first or gone with a doctor that had more experience doing ...
- It depends on what type you have done. I had the NovaSure type done in 2008. It is the radio frequency type. I have not have a period since then,any PMS or a menstrua...
- I had one done earlier this year. Prior to the procedure, a mini d and c is done to make sure there isn't any signs of cancer and to measure the uterus. The procedure ...
