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Periods Come and Go whenever---HELP!
Asked by C.R. from Modesto
on August 22, 2008
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Hi there, I have had this going on for quite a while now, I really don't keep track, but probably a few years. My periods (which really don't seem like periods all th...
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- Hi. It sounds like Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). I have it too, and it can lead to serious health problems if left untreated. Good news is treatment can be si...
- Hi C., I have had horrible periods most of my life and started them in the 5th grade. My mother and grand mother too. A few suggestions... not sure if you are on them ...
- Hi C. - Weight gain is one reason for irregular periods -- another reason is, um, age. :) I started having irregular periods when I was about 42. And then got pr...
Endometrioma
Asked by K.M. from San Francisco
on August 24, 2008
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Has anyone had any success getting pregnant with endometrioma (ovarian cyst filled with blood) without having to do laparoscopic surgery. Really terifyed of surgery, ...
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- I have had 2 babies with 2 different cysts. Both were present before conception. My OBGYN just monitored them close, and they were removed after delivery. One was 7.8c...
- Hello K., Turn to hypnosis. Hypnosis can help you overcome you fear of surgery and HypnoFertility can help you conceive once you are medically cleared. All my best....
- K., I agree with the response below - when a Dr. says this is the only option - they are talking about the only option their training allows them to provide. Have...
How to Be Treated by Your Doctor.
Asked by D.D. from Pittsburgh
on July 29, 2011
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Brief background. 6 or so years ago I had heavy bleeding and all sorts of issues. Doc said we could do a hysterectomy and I said no, I would like to have more childre...
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- NEW DOCTOR!!! old one seems like a quack
- Even if you loved this doctor, I would always recommend getting a second opinion for a decision of this magnitude. There's no going back after this surgery, so it can...
- See another Dr please. You are not getting the time, attention or respect you deserve. Times are tough for healthcare providers as they are having to see more patien...
Seeking Advice on Iuds and Endometriosis
Asked by K.R. from Portland
on April 7, 2008
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I am 34 years old and had my third child almost a year ago. I am currently not on any birth control. A couple of years before having my third child, I was diagnosed wi...
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- There is a new IUD devise that is made of plastic. I am not sure how well an IUD will work with Eendometriosis. I too have this disease. From my understanding is th...
- While the hormonal effect of the mirena is mostly local (ie most don't get the weight gain etc) I would discourage my patients from using an IUD if they have endometri...
- First of all, you might consider seeking out a new gynecologist, someone who regularly sees endometriosis patients. Endometriosis never "goes away" after having babie...
How Do You Know Whether You Miscarried?
Asked by D.M. from Mansfield
on March 25, 2008
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My fiance and I are trying to have another child in the future and im not sure if we had succeeded or not. I started three days early and only bled for two days. Then ...
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- When I miscarried I had heavy bleeding wih dark clots before I passed the fetus. The pain I had was cramping (like really bad menstrual cramping) leading up to the mis...
- I had a miscarriage about 7 months ago and from my own experience, I initially started having crampy feelings (like a period/but worse) and then I started bleeding and...
- Typically when you miscarry if you are not that far along you will bleed like when you have a normal period. I have not heard of anyone starting and then stopping but ...
Advise on Frequent Menstruation Please
Asked by S.M. from Fort Collins
on April 14, 2008
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Hello everyone,
My daughter started menstruating in December so when I started having to many periods in Feb. I thought it was because of the new "woman" in the hous...
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- S., This could be a symptom of a serious medical condition. Please go see your gynecologist. Linda
- In addition to seeing a doctor, you can chart your cycle to see what is actually happening. Then you'll have more information so that the dr can be more accurate on wh...
- my first thought is endometriosis or adenomyosis. i have both. i didn't start having noticeable problems with them until i was 29. i also had fairly irregular peri...
This Has Been a Roller coaster...update!
Asked by E.L. from Los Angeles
on September 19, 2010
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For those of you who have followed my story lately, I ended up miscarrying on the 17th. I was only 5 weeks and 2 days. I'm really upset and my husband is devastated. F...
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- I'm sorry for your loss. In my experience I had 2 miscarraiges last year. One was around 5wks (I had a faint positive line 3 days before I miscarried), the other aro...
- Oh E., Wrapping you in love and light. I'm so sorry for your loss. Even though it was very early on, that doesn't mean the hopes and dreams you had started creating...
- E., First off, I'm very sorry you and your Husband are going through this and feeling so sad :( My Husband and I went through the exact same thing with my first pregn...
Teen Menstrual Cycle
Asked by M.G. from Houston
on January 15, 2009
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My daughter has had her period going on the 3rd week went to see a pedi at the 2nd week and she had a horrible bladder infection. So he wanted to do a renal ultrasound...
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- When I was in high school a friend of mine went though a spell where she would have a period for 3 weeks and then off for a week. The docs ran every kind of test poss...
- Hi M., you are on the right track to have her see an OB - I don;t think it is normal for a young girl of her age to have such an irregular cycle- unless there is a me...
- M., I think it's wise for your daughter to see the gynecologist. I would be hesitant to take any medication or birth control pills, though. In my case, I suffered ...
Coping with Endometriosis
Asked by K.S. from Austin
on January 23, 2008
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Are there any other mama's out there suffering and in pain from Endometriosis? Sometimes I feel like the only one but I know I cant be alone. I feel like I have tried ...
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- You didn't say how old you were and how old your children were. I suffered many years with it (from teen to older). Certain exercises were great for about four month...
- I had a laproscopy and hysteroscopy (plus the other treatments like antibiotics, birth control, etc) and NOTHING worked! I had a hysterectomy almost a year ago (1 y...
- I know exactly what you are going through. I have had 4 lap procedures and had my left ovary removed from endo. I love my doctor for everything he has done for me. ...
19 Year Old Niece with Chronic Period
Asked by T.W. from San Francisco
on April 17, 2009
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My niece is 19 years old and for years now has been having chronic periods and incredible pain, she even had to miss her prom because of them. She has been on many bir...
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- Hi T., Have you been going to the doctor's with her? I imagine they have suggested endometriosis by now. If not, I would think that might be a possiblity. If it...
- I feel for your niece. I remember when I couldn't even stand up, the bleeding was so bad. Two things--I hope she's taking some iron--she doesn't want to become anemi...
- She needs to be evaluated for endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian tumors, PCOS (Polycistic Ovarian Syndrome)and STD's including pelvic inflammatory disease. Seek a second...
