I've had irregular periods since I started menstruating. Recently, I've experienced three months without a period followed by brown spotting for the last three weeks, which is now transitioning to a more typical period. I haven't used any contraceptives for over two years, and my last pap test was a few years ago with normal results. Should I be concerned, and what tests should I consider?

November 12th, 2024

My girlfriend and I recently had sex. I used a condom but it broke. Soon after it broke, I replaced it. I hadn't cum yet. The next evening we bought the Plan B pill. Is there any chance that she is pregnant?

February 14th, 2024

I've been tracking my cycle for over a year now. My cycle is usually 28-32 days long, and lasts 4-6 days. I am 21 years old, married for over a year, and on IUD Paragard. My period is 6 days late, and I'm on cycle day 38 today. I've never had a pap test and have no unusual symptoms except for feeling tired and a little nauseous. I took a pregnancy test which came back negative. I checked for my IUD strings and don't feel them. What could be causing my late period and what should I do next?

April 25th, 2023

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August 6th, 2023

I have a long history of herpes (29 years) with sporadic outbreaks. Recently, I had a massive outbreak accompanied by intense pelvic/groin pain and the presence of yeast and bacterial vaginosis. I was treated with oral medications, steroids, and Valtrex. I also developed painful, hard, red, swollen lesions on my calf and labia, which I suspect might be related to shaving. Could these lesions be related to the herpes outbreak or shaving, and could they be a resurgence of a previous staph infection? Additionally, why did my GP diagnose both yeast and bacterial vaginosis when they cannot coexist, and how should I treat the current yeast infection?

January 13th, 2024