I have been trying to conceive with artificial insemination (ICI and IUI) for 15 cycles and had an ectopic pregnancy last year, resulting in the removal of one tube. My RE suspects an arcuate uterus and recommends a hysteroscopy to assess blood flow and possibly perform a resection. I'm concerned about the necessity and potential risks of this surgery. Should I proceed with the hysteroscopy, and is it common to have complications from a resection? Additionally, should I consider IVF instead, and could a mild heart shape inside the uterus negatively impact IVF?
November 12th, 2023
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
My girlfriend and I are getting back together. We were involved with other partners while being separated and had unprotected sex. I took antibiotics for chlamydia on 1/8/14 and have an STD testing appointment on 1/10/14. Will I still test positive for chlamydia if I got tested 2 days after taking antibiotics?
April 3rd, 2023
I think I'm pregnant but all scans and tests have been negative. I have had two bumps for months, which seem different from a normal pregnancy, very slow (not fat, can't pinch it), but I feel movement every few hours, one bump then the other. When I lie down, the bumps separate. I also had nausea for a few months and my balance is off. I'm wondering about ectopic pregnancy since my womb is empty. I researched and found 'cryptic' pregnancy, with reasons for it not being detected matching my experience. Do you think that's what it is?
May 12th, 2024
My wife has been having a hard time getting pregnant, and after trying IVIG and frozen embryos, the doctor suggested she try naturally. She got pregnant in October 2012, but her HCG levels and ultrasound results have been inconsistent, with the baby appearing smaller than expected. Why might this be, and what should we expect moving forward?
October 25th, 2023
I am fifty years old and have been experiencing light brown, smelly discharge for over a year. I have to wear liners and change them several times a day. The smell is embarrassing, and I shower regularly. What should I do?
September 24th, 2024