I got an IUD (Mirena) placed on 8/26 and it was fine for a while, but a few days ago I started heavily bleeding and getting cramps that last for 15-30 seconds. I had an ultrasound that confirmed the IUD is in the right spot, but I feel like it might not be in the right place. What could be causing the bleeding and cramps, and when should I be concerned about the bleeding lasting longer?
February 29th, 2024
Hello, I have had my period for about 10 days now. I tend to always have periods that are about 8 days long, they’re always heavy and get lighter as they go on. I just found it odd that I have a 10 day long period. I am a virgin, on the 4th day of my period though I did use plan b after my boyfriend and I messed around as a precaution but we did not have sex. I am 18 years old. Are there any medical reasons for my longer period?
March 28th, 2024
Hi Doctor. In November I fell pregnant but had an early miscarriage where my HCG didn't go up. Two weeks after the miscarriage, I became pregnant again. At 4 weeks and 3 days (December 29th), my HCG was 985. Due to spotting (brown and a few drops of red blood), I freaked out and my doctor ordered another blood test. On January 2nd, my HCG was 2085. I'm taking Duphaston 10 mg and baby aspirin since I noticed the spotting. I'm super scared. Is this the beginning of a new miscarriage? Are the values okay? Considering they should be doubling, it looks like I'm below the 48-hour rule. What are your thoughts on my case?
January 6th, 2023
I have been experiencing bloody brown discharge and have had three different rounds of antibiotics since the end of August for various diagnoses including kidney stone/cyst, yeast infection, and BV. My STD panel has been clear all three times. I also have endometriosis and had a hysterectomy two years ago. What could be causing this recurring discharge?
October 6th, 2024
I took Plan B last Wednesday, and my period ended on the same day. Today, exactly a week later, I'm experiencing consistent, heavy bleeding. Could this be due to Plan B, or is it a more serious issue?
December 22nd, 2023
I am a 21-year-old vegan runner who hasn't had a period in over six months. I am taking several medications including doxycycline, Sertraline, bupropion, and spirolactone. I am also iron deficient. I am trying to start birth control but don't know when to start since I don't know when I'll get my period again. Additionally, I have noticed some excess vaginal discharge after recent sexual activity. What should I do?
July 7th, 2024