I am 54 years old and have been experiencing irregular periods, including continuous bleeding since February 12. I have a history of hyperthyroidism and have had periods off and on for the past year. I am concerned about the prolonged and heavy bleeding and want to know if this is typical for perimenopause and what other potential causes might be.

August 15th, 2023

I took 3 pregnancy tests two days ago, all of which were positive, but I just took one and it’s negative. I am 25 years old with symptoms including tender breasts, fatigue, slight cramping, and spotting. This is my second pregnancy, and I have struggled to get pregnant in the past. My last child was high risk due to gastroschesis. What could be causing the fluctuating test results and should I be concerned about my symptoms?

June 19th, 2023

I am 5 weeks pregnant and accidentally consumed food containing saffron. I had a blood test today with a beta HCG value of 7,169(H), which was 18,504(H) three days ago. I have been experiencing pain and spotting for a month. What are the implications of consuming saffron in small amounts during early pregnancy, and what does the drop in beta HCG levels indicate?

May 28th, 2023

Which STDs could cause vaginal itching and burning that feels internal, along with red bumps on the inside of the vagina, slight discharge, and a non-fishy smell? The symptoms started a couple of days ago and come and go.

May 2nd, 2024

I have been experiencing pain in my left breast, which has worsened this month, especially when wearing a bra. My left breast also appears to have thickened. The pain is sometimes sharp and quick, and I have a red rash that I believe is due to dry skin. What could be causing this and what should I do?

December 21st, 2024