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Potential Hysterectomy Because of Fibroids
Asked by S.O. from San Diego
on June 6, 2008
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Hello:
I was wondering if anyone has had a hysterectomy as a result of having fibroids? I am 32, had two fibroids removed already through myomectomy, have 2 fibroi...
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- I had a hysterectomy due to fibroids and it was the best thing I ever did. I had no bad symtoms from the hysterectomy and mine were the size of grapefruits. I had a v...
- I had my hysterectomy at the age of 40 due to fibroid tumors. They also removered my ovaries due to the fact that cancer runs in my family. The only thing they forgot ...
- My mom is 62 and just had to have surgery for a prolapsed bladder. She was told that it was a side effect of a hysterectomy 20 years ago!! She did a marathon 3 year...
Seeking Advice on a Procedure
Asked by G.E. from San Antonio
on May 31, 2008
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My name is Gaby,6 months ago I has a leep procedure done. I had cervical cancer stage 3. Since then I haven't been myself. I have strong headaches,dizziness,miss perio...
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- Hello, I would like to suggest an alternate health solution for your continued problems. See the attached url for a testimonial on the benefits of chiropractic care. ...
- I had this procedure done 12 yrs ago at the same stage as you and I do remembered missing my periods for a little while but then came back normal. Probably what you a...
- It also strikes me weird that he only did a leep procedure, although i know there could be different levels of leep. I got one done but only for pre cancerous lesions...
How to prevent or cure mild dysplasia
Asked by K.B. from Dallas
on June 20, 2007
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Has anyone been diagnosed with this?
My OB/GYN just called yesterday & said I have this. All she said is that I'll need to have paps every 6 months. I have to just t...
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- Hey K., When I first was diagnosed with mild dysplasia, all I heard was "pre-cancerous". I quit listening after that. I went back a few minutes later and discussed...
- Hi K., Dysplasia means that the cells that make up your cervix are slightly abnormal. It's not a virus itself, but the cellular changes could have been caused by ...
- I was diagnosed with dysplasia before I concieved my first child. It was reccommended that I have a LEEP procedure which is in the office and they basically scrape th...
Hpv
Asked by K.K. from Dallas
on January 16, 2008
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My neighbor just had her daughter vaccinated for the HPV virus which is crazy in my opinion. I was just wondering what all you other mama's thought about the HPV vacci...
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- I think it is to early for parents to go around and start giving their daughters a shot in which they don't know what the long term effects will be. I recently had pr...
- I agree this is a very touchy subject. I think it is important for parents to make informed decisions. I am questioning the safety of the HPV vaccine because the young...
- I was one of the many outraged parents when it was mandated. I am so proud of our house and senate for repealing that mandate. My concerens are that is a new vaccine...
Hysterectomy Possibility-need Feedback and Advice, Please
Asked by L.R. from Las Vegas
on August 1, 2007
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I went for my annual yesterday with an ob/gyn and discovered I have a mass on my uterus. I'm still trying to come with terms with what this might mean. The doctor stil...
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- Hi L., My name is C.. I am 35. Almost 2 years ago I had a hysterectomy. I was already in premenopause. We had decided I was done having kids (we have 5 boys). ...
- PLEASE PLEASE if your not certain or think your doctor may not be very open on any other procedures get a second opinion. Stay positive! Jess r
- Hi L., This sounds like it might be fibroids. I think the ultrasound will help determine that. I'm Latina too and I have these myself. I was told if they didn't cau...
Seeking Advice with Pelvic Pain
Asked by A.H. from Houston
on May 14, 2008
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My symtoms started out with a very overactive bladder, so I didn't do anything for about four weeks. I'm at SAHM so I always put my needs last. Then I started to have...
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- A., I agree with Levon get a don't give up until you find out what is wrong. I experince pelvic pain also. Mine is do to two things 1. my uterus tilts towards my ba...
- Well, I don'r know if you are having the same thing as I am, but it sounds like it. I did not go to a regular doctaor though. I had severe pain, but it seemed to be my...
- I have been having that kind of pain and I was told it's ovarian cysts. The dr put me on a high hormone birth control pill to shrink the cysts, I only just started th...
Abnormal Pap Smear
Asked by A.H. from Springfield
on November 23, 2007
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Has anyone had an abnormal Pap smear? I have a recheck on Monday and I'm scared to death. Any words of advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
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- I had an abnormal pap a few years ago. As it turned out they didn't collect enough fluid to properly run the test. I am sure everything is fine.
- Hi A., I am 56 and my sister is 52 and she always has had a abnormal pap smear and everything always turned out. Please hang in there and everything will be fine. ...
- I've had that happen to me before. Everytime it has happened though, I've gone back to get a second Pap smear and it's come back perfectly fine. It happens to my mot...
Birth Control and Copper IUD
Asked by S.G. from Colorado Springs
on March 6, 2008
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I am a mom of a 2 month old and am looking for birth control options. I don't want anything that affects my hormones, such as the pill. My doctor gave me some informat...
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- Hi S., My OB promoted the copper IUD for me, even though I told him I am typically allergic to metals. Sure enough, he earned over $500 from me and my insurance com...
- See the following link regarding unbiased info on IUD's and other birth control methods. It may answer some of your questions regarding how IUD's work and pros/cons o...
- From my understanding, the copper messes up the sperm's signals so that they can't find their way to the fallopian tubes and up to meet the egg. I used one for birth ...
How Soon Is Too Soon
Asked by A.H. from Los Angeles
on May 27, 2008
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I am 32 years old and just gave birth to a stillborn baby girl on April 20th. I was 7 months along and had problems of early labor throughout my pregnancy. I would lik...
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- A., please accept my condolences on the loss of your baby daughter. Sounds like you are on the right path by pursuing grief counseling. I would strongly urge you to ...
- Sorry for your loss. Maybe get married first, and finish raising your daughter. Perhaps if she is the love of your life she deserves the attention without a new baby ...
- Dear A., Losing a baby is heartbreaking. I said a prayer for you. I got pregnant 14 times and have 4 beautiful children. My problem was I allowed myself to get preg...
When to Stop Breastfeeding
Asked by J.N. from Lincoln
on April 27, 2008
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I am looking for opinions on when it is ok to stop breastfeeding. I nursed my 1st child to 11 mo, second didn't work out so well, and was only able to nurse for 7 wee...
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- Hello- I just wanted to let you know that you should never feel guilty- you did more for your children than many people do! I nursed all three of my children- the old...
- Relax its ok to stop breastfeeding. Its very time consuming. I breastfed all three of my boys for no longer then 6 months. My boys are now 21 and 16 and have never h...
- I only breast fed my 2 boys for 6 weeks. My doctor (who is a specialist in the pediatric field) told me that even if you only breast feed for 1 week it is better than ...
