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Teen Caccine for Cervical Cancer
Asked by W.A. from Dallas
on July 16, 2011
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I took my 12 years old daughter yesterday to see her pediatrition for a well check visit. The doctor told me she's due for a vaccination shot that prevents futur cerv...
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- I have a daughter that is 21 now and another that is 7. We opted NOT to get the vaccine because there has not been enough long-term research done. No one know what may...
- It's not mandatory in Texas. I did not give it to my daughter simply because it is too new and not enough is known about side effects and long term issues.
- Just google Guardasil and the adverse reactions and you'll get your answer. It's NOT mandatory in Texas, or anywhere else that I know of, but the drug companies would...
Why Are Women Talk About Breast Cancer but Not Ovarian
Asked by S.G. from Asheville
on November 16, 2008
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As an 18 year survivor of Ovarian Cancer, I get a little angry that there is a lot of hype about Breast Cancer and Cervical Cancer but little is said about Ovarian Can...
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- Edit note: Other Mamasource readers need to share their opinions and perspectives on this. Edit note #2: Re: Ca-125 testing: A physician friend had a patient who had ...
- S., I absolutely agree. I had an ovarian cancer scare a year ago and was absolutely terrified when I did a little research on the long-term prognosis. Luckily, it tur...
- We've become over 'breast cancered'...I agree and I think it makes us feel 'safe' from all the other cancers/conditions. More women die from heart disease than breast...
Can a 14 Yr Old Get Breast Cancer??
Asked by C.C. from Little Rock
on July 2, 2010
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Hi moms
Well last night my daughter came to me and said that her left breast was hurting and there was a lump next to the nipple. I asked if she would let me feel aro...
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- Please don't wait to make that appointment it could be nothing but it could be cancer. A girl in my town is battling breast cancer at the age of 27 and she is worse t...
- it's prob a little cyst or something, but it's ALWAYS better to be safe than sorry. additionally, the fact that it hurts makes cancer a very slim possibility - cancer...
- Please don't wait. It maybe a cyst or a blocked duct but, if it does turn out to be breast cancer, you would want to get it diagnosed and treated as soon as possible....
HPV Virus at Age 38?
Asked by J.M. from Los Angeles
on June 17, 2009
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Hi everyone,
I found out yesterday that I have the HPV virus and am stunned. I've been with my husband for 13 years and he has only been with me as well. I have j...
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- I haven't been in your shoes, but I will send you positive energy. I hope everything works out well... and if you are interested i can share some information regarding...
- Nearly everyone has some strain of HPV. If you've ever had a wart on your hand or foot, you have HPV. There are a ton of different strains of HPV, and only a few of ...
- Hi, J., HPV is very common. I believe that most adults, at least in our age bracket, have it. The vast majority of carriers don't realize they have it. If I reca...
Spotting
Asked by K.B. from San Antonio
on April 24, 2008
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Okay so this is a little uncomfortable, but here it goes....I used to be so regular you could set your calendar by me, and after some treatment for cervical cancer fou...
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- Go to the doctor. Don't ever leave anything to chance. Too many people leave things alone when they shouldn't. Besides, you probably won't really feel comfortable un...
- Go to the doctor. Coffee may not be the exact cause. It could just be that you have some internal situation that is happening and as all of us women know, when you ...
- Cut out the coffee AND go see a doctor. Cutting out the coffee, stopping spotting, and waiting till your next annual might be good enough.
Is Any One Else FURIOUS About This New HPV Vaccine Mandate???
Asked by D.G. from Dallas
on February 3, 2007
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I am SO angry about Governor Perry's newest "mandate" that all girls going into the 6th grade in 2008 must be given the series of 3 shot of this new HPV/ Genital warts...
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- Im glad there is a vaccine that may help prevent girls from getting cancer. I believe there was a true need for this but believe that parents should get to choose if t...
- D., Your response was the same I gave to my husband when I first heard about this. I am soooooooooo frustrated with the entire system. I have two boys however if I h...
- well, my 13 yo daughter has an appt next friday to get this new vaccine...i think it is wonderful that they have found a way to prevent this horrible disease that over...
Seeking Opinions About the Gardasil Vaccine
Asked by K.C. from Pueblo
on August 12, 2008
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I would like some opinions about the Gardasil Vaccine. I have been reading a lot of information about it. For those of you who are not familiar with this vaccine, it p...
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- I have to agree with Kathi and Catey. I would never encourage my kids to get the shots, or to give them to my granddaughters. There is so much that isn't known, and ...
- I don't have a daughter, but I am a cervical cancer survivor. I would review all the info, talk to the doctor, and get the vaccine. The cancer nearly cost me my life...
- My daughter has gone thru two of the three shot series, Her side effects are minimal with redness and swelling around the shot area, but to me it is worth it, she has ...
Symptoms of Female Cancers
Asked by J.L. from San Diego
on July 21, 2010
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Hi ladies, i know most of you are younger woman but have any of you had any type of female cancers and if so what were your symptoms? and was it hereditary?
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- I had no symptoms when diagnosed with Lymphoma (Hodgkins, specifically) 2 years ago. Female cancers is a really tough one to answer because it is really vague. Sym...
- I was diagnosed with breast cancer in December of last year. I just finished my last chemo treatment last week, yay! I found a lump in my breast, so that was a no br...
- I have never had cancer, but my stepmother, who was only 47 at the time was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. For months she had been having really bad lower back ...
HPV High Risk Virus
Asked by A.H. from Port St. Lucie
on April 13, 2009
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Hello, I just recently went to the doctor for my annual exam. I've had some pain in my lower left abdominal area and its gradually gotten worse. I went in for my test ...
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- yes, you can pass the virus to him. He may not have it yet, so I'd protect him. Use condoms for now. As for the cervical dysplasia, I've had that. It's removeable/...
- Please call your doctor!! I know personal questions can be embarassing to ask, but doctors don't get embarassed and really want you to ask questions you aren't sure ab...
- I'm going through the same thing right now. You have to go for regualr check ups every 3 months with your OB/GYN. Don't worry, you won't pass anything on to your boy...
My Yearly
Asked by C.B. from Kansas City
on February 22, 2011
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hey ladies, i have a question about my yearly physical. do i have to have a pap?? i lost my insurance in 2010, but i had to make an appointment for my dr. to keep pres...
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- if your income is low enough, or even for the fact that you dont have insurance, you could get it done at planned parenthood for really cheap or free. if not, then as ...
- My doc told me that if you and your partner are not having sex with other partners that a pap is only necessary every other year... so if that's your case I'm sure you...
- from about age 30 on, my ob had no problem with 18-24 month intervals on my paps. He said as long as I had one partner & a history of good paps....then it wasn't an i...
