My husband and I started trying for a baby this month. At 10 days past ovulation, I had a faint line on a pregnancy test, which turned negative the next morning but appeared again the following day. It’s now 11 days past ovulation, and I’m experiencing light spotting, with my period due in 2 days. I’m concerned about my ability to get pregnant, especially since I had a surgical abortion a year ago and got pregnant easily then. I’m also worried that stress this month might have affected my ovulation. What could be causing these symptoms, and what tests or steps should I consider?

December 22nd, 2024

Can I take norethindrone while on my period or while spotting to delay my period or stop it, especially when I am currently using the Nexplanon implant and experiencing spotting?

August 16th, 2023

I started taking Aviane birth control 17 days ago and also began Effexor at the same time. I'm experiencing severe fatigue, impatience, and painful, uncomfortable bleeding. I'm not sexually active and took the birth control to regulate mid-cycle spotting. Should I stop the birth control, and could these symptoms be related to the pill or the Effexor?

December 26th, 2023

I missed two periods, took two negative pregnancy tests, and my last period began around February. I am using contraceptives, but I'm not sure when my last pap test was or what the results were. I have no swelling, discoloration, or unusual smells, and there's nothing else in my medical history that the doctor should know. I am 18 years old and haven't had any specific tests. Should I be worried about being pregnant?

November 11th, 2023

I have a large, painful Bartholin's cyst that has been present for 3 days. I have tried over-the-counter medications and heat, but it has grown larger and is very painful. Should I wait for an appointment with my doctor or go to the ER?

January 5th, 2024