On day 12 of my cycle, I found a sudden painful lump in the lower part of my breast. Over the next two days, the area of the lump got extremely sore and swollen, and it was also red. By the 6th day, the pain had reduced, but the lump is still there and slightly tender. I am 41 and have had no pregnancies. What could be the cause of this sudden swelling and extreme pain, and why did it suddenly resolve?

May 26th, 2024

Can I take my old contraceptive pills (Mercilon) until my new prescription (Alesse) arrives, and then switch to the new pills without any issues?

January 14th, 2023

I am on the Depo shot and have been bleeding for 2 months with blood clots and some odor. The bleeding has been getting heavier over the past week. I'm using Lexapro and the Depo shot, and I'm 19 years old. Should I go in for a check-up?

November 6th, 2023

I've been on my period for 2 weeks, which is not normal for me. I started on May 14th, with spotting initially, followed by heavy flow for 2 days and light flow for 3 more days. I've been lightly bleeding with little clots for the past 2 weeks. I don't have any lower stomach pain or cramping, which is unusual for me. I'm 21 years old, not on any contraceptives or medications, and have a regular period that usually occurs in the 5th week after the last one. I've gained about 5 lbs since the beginning of the month, have a plant-based diet, and minimal exercise. I've had sexual intercourse with my husband using condoms, and I've never had a Pap smear, STD testing, or pelvic ultrasound. I'm not allergic to any medications and have no other medical conditions. What could be causing this prolonged period, and what should I do next?

January 6th, 2023

How do I know if I have a vaginal infection? I am 18 years old and experiencing soreness, discomfort, and discharge. I recently had sex and noticed some white discharge afterward. I also have very light itchiness/burn and a slight odor.

August 28th, 2023