I had a pap smear almost 2 years ago that came back with abnormal cells and a diagnosis of HPV. A colposcopy within a month was negative for HPV. Another pap 5 months ago was also negative for HPV but still showed abnormal cells. I have had the same monogamous partner for almost a year. Recently, I noticed small white bumps near my anus while treating a hemorrhoid with Proctosol HC 2.5%. The bumps don't hurt, itch, or burn. What could these bumps be and should I be concerned?
November 27th, 2024
I had my last menstrual cycle on October 31st. I had unprotected sex on November 1st and November 9th, and took the morning-after pill on November 10th. I then had a period on November 16th, which I assume was due to the emergency contraceptive. I took three home pregnancy tests on December 9th, 10th, and 12th, all of which were positive. Is it safe to assume I got pregnant after November 16th?
February 7th, 2023
I just took a pregnancy test and it came back positive, but I got my period while taking it. I am on birth control, use 75 mg of Zoloft, and I am 17 years old. My periods have always been irregular, which is why I started birth control. What should I do next?
December 3rd, 2024
I have a recurring spot that seems to be healing but is causing concern. I am worried about HSV, but two other doctors have said it is a bacterial infection. What could be causing this and how can I treat it?
June 23rd, 2023
Is it normal for the biopsy area to be black after a vulvar biopsy, especially when silver nitrate was used to close the excision?
June 30th, 2024
I had a tiny bit of vaginal bleeding in late September, which I thought was post-menopausal bleeding. My OB/GYN did blood work and ordered an ultrasound, which showed I'm not in menopause. The ultrasound tech focused on the vaginal area, which worried me. Should I be concerned about vaginal or cervical cancer? My last pap smear was several years ago, and I've had no cycles for 18 months. Can a transvaginal ultrasound detect vaginal or cervical cancer, and what are the chances of having benign growths in the vagina? Additionally, my bloodwork showed I'm not in menopause, but I haven't had a cycle in 18 months. Could this be related to my weight gain? Finally, if an endometrial biopsy is recommended due to irregular endometrial thickness, what does this indicate, and is it likely to be cancerous?
December 28th, 2023