I think I have a yeast infection. I am 20 years old, experiencing a little bit of itching, and my discharge is white and a bit clumpy. I have not had a pap test yet and have no irregular results from past exams. Is it okay to use Monistat, and which one should I use? Also, how would I know if things are getting better or worse, and do you recommend Nature's Bounty Probiotics Acidophilus pills?
July 26th, 2023
I'm 24 weeks pregnant and have had a steady, sharp headache in my left temple area for over 24 hours. Tylenol helps somewhat, but the headache hasn't gone away completely. My blood pressure was slightly high earlier but returned to normal range later. I'm taking Zoloft 100mg and prenatal vitamins. When should I worry about going to get checked out?
June 13th, 2024
If I took my normal birth control pill 12 hours later than usual, had a mishap with a lost condom during intercourse (where my partner did not ejaculate), took my normal birth control pill 12 hours later, and then got a Plan B pill 12 hours after that, should I worry about possible pregnancy or infection?
July 14th, 2024
My period is five days late, I had light pink spotting for about 36 hours two days ago, and I've taken a negative pregnancy test. I'm exhausted, have headaches, and am hungrier than usual. I use the withdrawal method for contraception. What could be causing this and what should I do next?
June 2nd, 2023
I recently had 3 cysts burst on my ovaries, one particularly painful at work, and this is my first cycle since. I'm in extreme pain, and Tylenol and Ibuprofen cocktail isn't helping along with a heating pad and natural B6 vitamins mix. I've been unable to sleep for 2 days due to the pain, though the bleeding is better. The pain is sharp and at a level 8. Is the pain constant or does it come and go? Have you experienced any side effects from Tylenol? Anything else in your medical history you think the Doctor should know?
July 1st, 2023
I have a lump near the entrance to my vagina, which causes uncomfortable pain. I am 37 years old, and my last pap test was in 2015 when I was hospitalized for a ruptured cyst. I am married and sexually active, but I experienced pain during sex recently. There are no other symptoms like vaginal discharge, fever, or rash. What could this lump be, and what should I do?
January 17th, 2024
I have been taking birth control pills and was advised to take two pills for breakthrough bleeding. Now, I am returning to one pill. Will this cause ovulation, and could it affect my chances of getting pregnant? Additionally, does sex affect the cervix position and texture, and could the birth control pill influence these changes?
March 19th, 2023
I had a second ultrasound with no fetal pole, just sacs measuring at 19mm. Is this normal, and what could be the reason for not seeing a fetal pole?
March 22nd, 2023
I am a 34-year-old visitor in Canada who recently found out I am pregnant. My last period was on September 24, 2023, and I have a history of two miscarriages, one at 22 weeks due to an asymptomatic infection and another at 5 weeks. I am concerned about my current pregnancy and would like advice on whether I should get a scan, a prescription for progesterone, and any other precautions I should take.
December 25th, 2024
I've been menstruating for the past 2 1/2 weeks and am experiencing cramping and heavy prolonged periods. I'm 31 years old and have been taking supplements, which I stopped a couple of days ago. Should I go to the ER, and what could be causing this prolonged bleeding?
August 19th, 2023