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I went to the doctor today because I was short of breath upon exertion, like going up steps, which just started a few days ago. The doctor prescribed me a Prednisone pack and I've only taken 20 mg of it. They did a chest X-ray (CXR) and asked if I could be pregnant, to which I initially said no but later found out I am pregnant. I'm worried about the X-ray and the Prednisone. I'm also taking Prozac, which I've been on for a long time. Is it safe to take while pregnant? How will the X-ray and Prednisone affect me or the pregnancy?
July 24th, 2023
What condition can mimic a UTI but is not treated by nitrofurantoin and metronidazole, and what other potential issues could be causing my symptoms?
March 15th, 2024
I am 51 and have been in perimenopause. I had not had a period in 6 months, but now I've had two periods in the last two months, each lasting two weeks with a two-week hiatus in between. I also experienced a urinary tract infection and random bleeding episodes. Is this normal, and what should I do about the excessive bleeding and severe cramping?
December 14th, 2024
I'm 23 years old and experiencing persistent vaginal discharge that is brown and bloody, similar to a light period, with a strong, rotten smell. There is also some irritation near the vaginal opening, especially when urinating or during arousal. I've had unsafe sex in the past and can't recall the details of my last pap test. What could be causing this and what tests should I undergo?
July 31st, 2023
I had unprotected sex several times after my last period on February 26th, and I've been experiencing pregnancy symptoms. My period is irregular, and it's now May 2nd. I've taken pregnancy tests that initially showed positive but later showed negative, and I'm currently bleeding. Why am I not pregnant but still feel very nauseous?
June 15th, 2023
My daughter, who is 29 and autistic, has been experiencing prolonged and intense periods for at least four years, along with growths inside her vagina that are similar to hidradenitis suppurativa growths on her head. She has an unusual smell from her vagina and head, and her doctor has prescribed YAZ to help control the bleeding. The doctor is trying to rule out potential issues through blood and urine tests, but the constant bleeding is making it difficult to obtain a clean urine sample. What could be causing these issues, and what non-invasive steps can be taken to diagnose and manage her condition?
July 1st, 2024