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Discharge (bloody, purulent...), white wash... - general questions in Women's Health · May 24, 2008

Timothy Vaughn44 said:If you haven't noticed any issues yourself, then honestly, you're probably better off just tucking it away in the closet and forgetting about it...

The thing is, most STIs don't present any symptoms at all, but that doesn't mean they aren't there. I personally had no idea I was carrying Ureaplasma until my lab results came back, because I felt completely fine. Based on what you're saying, it sounds like there's no point in even getting a Pap test if you aren't feeling anything—implying you're perfectly healthy—which we know is a dangerous misconception. Almost no STI shows symptoms, with the exception of things like Candida, where you actually deal with itching. Sometimes even HPV stays completely silent while you're unknowingly passing it on. And don't even get me started on Chlamydia; the same logic applies to Mycoplasma, Ureaplasma, Gardnerella, and the rest of them.

I need some help/advice in Health · May 23, 2008

Perhaps you ought to consider checking your blood pressure?

Period talk: Questions and advice in Women's Health · May 22, 2008

goldendriver12 said:I had one perfectly normal pregnancy behind me.
A few months ago, my bleeding issues started.
After my period—which was usually very regular—I began experiencing daily bleeding. It wasn't heavy, but it was accompanied by agonizing pain and extreme weakness. Every test, including ultrasound, came back normal. My OBGYN said everything looked fine too. Then, it just stopped on its own.
And now, it’s happening all over again.😠
My lab results are fine, the ultrasound is clear, and the gynecological exam showed nothing. There is no UTI, no bacterial infection, and an ectopic pregnancy has been ruled out. Yet, I am still bleeding!
The pain is almost constant, and when the bleeding starts, it becomes absolutely unbearable.
This non-menstrual bleeding has lasted for 14 days now, and I am slowly, surely, losing my mind.😠
The doctors claim they can't find a physiological cause for the bleeding; all I’ve received is a mountain of painkillers, but the underlying issue remains.
What should I do?
Has anyone dealt with anything similar? Any advice????

Maybe you should head back to the doctor and tell them the pain is so intense that they need to perform a much more thorough investigation.🤷 I find the current situation a bit suspicious.

Progesterone supplements: experiences and side effects? in Women's Health · May 13, 2008

ironsurfer10 said:I just don't get why the doctor would immediately prescribe medication if she already knows it's a hormonal imbalance, rather than actually digging into the root cause first.
she told me that if these pills trigger my period, then we're fine, but if they don't, only then will we move forward with more testing to see what's actually going on...😕

It’s because a hormonal imbalance isn't always a chronic issue; sometimes it's just a one-off glitch in the system that doesn't require an exhaustive battery of tests right away. I had a similar experience once—my period was this strange pink color and only lasted three days. Panicked that it might be spotting from an unplanned pregnancy, I went to see my OB-GYN, who put me on some hormone therapy. After taking it, my cycle returned to normal, and I haven't dealt with any irregularities since. That's the logic behind the approach: you try the medication to see if it corrects the cycle first, and if it fails to do the job, that's when the deeper diagnostic work begins.

Progesterone supplements: experiences and side effects? in Women's Health · May 13, 2008

Sandra Sullivan83 said:...well, I'm a bit lost here... I understand that these two medications are prescribed to pregnant women at risk of miscarriage to help maintain the pregnancy... but now I see they're also used to induce a period... how can they possibly work for such vastly different purposes? Wouldn't they just trigger a miscarriage in a pregnant woman? 😕

It won't cause a miscarriage because we're talking about hormones. When a woman needs to sustain a pregnancy, these are administered because those specific hormones prevent the cervix from dilating, which prevents a spontaneous loss. It’s simply how they function. On the other hand, when used to start a period, they act as hormonal regulators. If a period is late or missed due to some hormonal imbalance, these medications essentially restore that equilibrium, allowing the cycle to resume. It's all down to the biological mechanics of hormonal balance.

Don't get vaccinated. It's no joke. in Women's Health · May 12, 2008

Angela Morales said:Why don't you just stick to your little threads about God and His divine name? Don't even bother bringing up science, because we all know you people are fundamentally opposed to it by default. If you want to spout that kind of nonsense, go ahead and do it in your own private echo chamber.🙄 🙄

I second this.
👍👍👍👍

Progesterone supplements: experiences and side effects? in Women's Health · May 12, 2008

ironsurfer10 said:Good grief... now what am I supposed to listen to?😕
I find myself in a similar state of intellectual paralysis when faced with two PhDs...😵

I find myself hesitating before taking this progesterone; there is a certain trepidation that comes with introducing another chemical into one's system. Then again, I suppose a physician wouldn't prescribe it unless it were absolutely essential to the course of treatment. One doesn't typically take medication just for the sake of having something in their stomach.🤷

I honestly can't say for certain, but since both Utrogestan and Dabraston are hormones, I find it hard to believe they’ll cause any real issues for you. That said, if I were in your shoes, my advice would be to check in with your insurance provider or whatever social services agency handles your coverage to see what they’re willing to approve. There's a good chance they'll cover the Dabraston—and frankly, it's an excellent option.

Progesterone supplements: experiences and side effects? in Women's Health · May 12, 2008

ironsurfer10 said:So... I haven't had my period in a month, and pregnancy is definitely off the table.
My private OB-GYN prescribed Utrogestan for me. To avoid paying out of pocket, I called my doctor at the local community clinic to see if she could write me a prescription instead. When I explained the situation and mentioned the specific medication, she just scoffed. She claimed that whatever the first doctor gave me was meant for women going through menopause, blah blah blah, and told me to just come in for an appointment so she could give me "something else" instead...

I did a little digging on Google and actually found that it's used for various things, but nowhere does it explicitly state it's for a missed period...

Has anyone here taken this, and for what purpose? Honestly, I'm completely baffled right now. I tend to trust my private doctor more (she's actually my mother's cousin, after all) than this woman at the clinic... but why on earth would she suggest a medication for menopause? Is it possible she actually made a mistake?

I took it when I had some spotting during a pregnancy to help prevent a miscarriage. Perhaps the clinic doctor was thinking of Duphaston? That's typically used when a period is late or absent due to hormonal imbalances.

Blood work results in Health · May 12, 2008

Rebecca Richardson86 said:I had blood drawn last Friday and just picked up the results today. I’m a bit thrown by them because some markers are elevated while others are low.
To be clear, here is the breakdown: my ESR is 25 (normal range 4-24), S-urea is 2.6 (2.8-8.3), S-GGT is 45 (9-35), S-UIBC is 60 (26-59), and total cholesterol is 5.1, when it should be under 5.0.
😕
I’m looking for some insight from those who understand this stuff. This was just a routine checkup—I get blood work done every six months just for information—but I don't usually see a doctor afterward since everything typically falls within range. Should I make an appointment now?🤷

The cholesterol situation is a complete enigma to me. My diet consists of fruits, vegetables, fish, very little meat, and I strictly avoid eggs and white bread. I use flaxseed oil and a minimal amount of butter, along with olive oil. I can't even remember the last time I had dessert; I barely touch sweets, maybe a small piece of dark chocolate once every two weeks. I am very mindful of what I eat. Where am I going wrong?

Cholesterol is a variable that affects everyone regardless of their diet, so there is absolutely no need to panic; you are right on the cusp of the normal range. If you maintain your current eating habits, things will likely stabilize. Your ESR suggests there might be some minor inflammation in the body, but since it is only marginally above the threshold, it isn't cause for alarm—it could be anything from a common cold to a minor skin irritation. UIBC represents your iron stores, which is actually a positive sign. GGT can spike due to alcohol consumption or liver issues, but yours is only slightly elevated; perhaps you had a drink recently and that explains it. Your labs are fine. You don't need to rush to the doctor. Don't fall into the trap of thinking every single metric must sit perfectly within those narrow windows. Those ranges are merely guidelines used by doctors as a baseline; being a few points outside the margin does not equate to being ill.

How long did it take you to plan your career change? in Women's Health · May 10, 2008

It took five months. We weren't even tracking ovulation or playing the numbers game; we just let things happen naturally without any specific planning, and after five months of that, we finally hit the jackpot.

Kidney issues - questions and concerns... in Health · May 9, 2008

Anonymous said:I went through this too—did a urine test once and had protein show up just like yours. But then I went back the very next day for another analysis and it was completely gone...

What's actually bothering me more is this Calcium Oxalate thing; my results show it's pretty high...
And this frequent bathroom trips thing has been going on for quite a while now. It isn't constant, just happens every now and then, and I've never actually felt any burning sensation...

If it were an actual infection, I'd assume there would be higher white blood cell counts...
But my doctor keeps insisting everything is totally fine, so I'm honestly at a loss for what to do. I guess I'll just wait and see what happens when I get my blood creatinine levels checked again...

By the way, does a urine culture involve having a catheter inserted?😁

No, a urine culture is done by simply urinating into a container, but it has to be a sterile one. You can pick those up at any local pharmacy; they absolutely have to be sterile so you don't end up picking up random bacteria from everyday surfaces or objects. It's not a complicated process and won't cost you much. Just ask your primary care physician for a referral for a urine culture, grab a sterile cup, and take it to wherever your doctor directs you—not every local clinic has an on-site lab capable of performing a culture.

Kidney issues - questions and concerns... in Health · May 9, 2008

Anonymous said:I’ve been dealing with this constant urge to pee—honestly, it feels like every five minutes. I went to see my doctor, and he ordered some blood work and a urinalysis to figure out what's going on...
My bloodwork actually looked pretty solid, though my red blood cell count was just a tiny bit higher than the standard range; everything else was totally fine. On top of the basics, they checked my creatinine, urea, and a few other things, and all those levels fell right within the normal limits. My doctor made this funny comment, though—he said that just like you don't want bad blood, you don't necessarily want "too much" good blood 😁, implying it might be too thick or something like that... whatever that means...

As for the urine results, in that bottom section (I think it's labeled "structure" or something), it showed a leukocyte count of 1-2 and mentioned a lot of calcium oxalate... He told me everything looked perfectly fine. When I pushed him on the oxalate thing, asking if that was a problem, he just brushed it off, saying it’s normal and that there has to be *something* in urine. Then he told me to come back and redo the urinalysis in about ten days...

When I went back for the follow-up, the results showed 0.1 protein in my urine. That same bottom section still had 1-2 leukocytes, a little mucus, some bacteria, and once again, it noted a high amount of calcium oxalate...

After looking at all of that, he just repeated that everything was okay and suggested I come back in another ten days to check my blood creatinine levels again.

So, who’s the crazy one here? Who’s confused, and who’s actually making sense?😁

Just to add some context, I had an abdominal and kidney ultrasound done about three months ago, and according to the conclusions on that report, everything looked completely normal.

Given that you're showing protein and bacteria in your urine, you're likely looking at an infection in your bladder or urethra. My advice would be to get a urine culture. That will pinpoint the exact strain of bacteria you're dealing with and indicate which antibiotic will actually clear it. Frequent urination is a classic sign of inflammation, often accompanied by burning during or at the end of urination. While your kidneys seem to be functioning fine based on what you've said, if there is indeed a bacterial infection, you need to resolve it before it migrates to the kidneys. A urine culture is the most reliable way to confirm that.

Breakthrough or bust? in Health · May 8, 2008

Edward Morris9 said:Here’s the situation: I had an accident and injured my shoulder. My doctor claims there isn't a fracture, but from what I could tell, he was looking at the clavicle on the X-ray and saying nothing was broken there—except my clavicle doesn't even hurt. The pain is located right at the highest point of the shoulder (you can see exactly what I mean in the photos). Since quite a bit of time has passed and my arm still hurts with the same level of intensity, I took another look at the imaging myself. I spotted something on the X-ray that I can't quite identify as a fracture or not, so I am asking anyone with actual expertise to take a look at these images.

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The first image is clear so you can get a better view. In the second image, I’ve marked two circles. Is my joint sitting in the right position? The second circle is questioning whether that rounded area indicates a fracture. I included the third image just so you can orient yourselves to where specifically this is happening!
The pain is most acute right where I placed the second circle. Every single time I move my arm or even just stand up—any movement at all—it flares up.

Thanks to everyone who takes the time to respond!

To me, that looks more like a hairline crack than a complete break, but regardless of the distinction, you'd likely need a cast or a splint. You should head back to your primary care physician and ask them specifically about the spot in the image that is bothering you; it shouldn't take much effort to get a straight answer, and you'll get much more certainty. It's possible that initial doctor was just glancing at it too quickly. You really ought to follow up, especially if the pain is persisting.

What is happening to me? in Women's Health · May 8, 2008

Melissa Brown;13950458 said:
Carol Brooks41 said:I’ve taken breaks from birth control for as long as a year at a time because those side effects really get to me.
During those gaps, we relied on the withdrawal method, but someone very close to me ended up pregnant after a guy was completely intoxicated and didn't even finish—that whole ordeal left me feeling paranoid and incredibly skeptical about relying on that method.
To be honest, I’ve heard those horror stories about "pre-ejaculate" carrying sperm, even though I used withdrawal for years without any issues.

Just take a breath; I’m convinced nothing is wrong right now. It’s likely just stress causing you to spiral.

On another note, I wanted to ask: did you guys use the withdrawal method during your ovulation window?

My boyfriend and I have always used it, but it feels so shameful to constantly turn him down when I'm ovulating and feeling incredibly turned on—all because I'm terrified he might slip up... He has a job that keeps us apart frequently, and it often happens that we finally have sex right when I'm ovulating, and looking at the math, there's basically a 10-day window where we could conceive...

Anyway, I went to CVS yesterday and picked up some Yasmin, and now I'm just waiting to start them. But since this would be my first time on the pill, reading all these potential side effects on forums and in the fine print is terrifying me; I'm worried about messing up my body's internal balance. Everything I've read has left me so frustrated and indecisive about whether to actually start taking them, even though I know everyone reacts differently.

For context, my hormones are perfectly normal, my periods have always been regular, I don't have pain, and my skin and weight are fine given my height. My cycle lasts 6 days and arrives right on schedule.

So, I’m asking Carol Brooks41 and anyone else who uses the withdrawal method: how do you handle it during ovulation? Do you just say no?
Please, no judgment—I’m genuinely lost on what to do, and I love him too much to keep rejecting him every single month.🤷

I’ve used the withdrawal method since I first became sexually active, with various partners, and I never had an issue—I didn't even track my fertile days back then. Even during my peak fertility windows, nothing happened. When I actually decided I wanted to get pregnant, we switched to finishing inside, and it still took me five months to conceive, so pregnancy isn't exactly a guaranteed outcome. My advice? Skip the pill. As for condoms, like I mentioned before, I attended a seminar where they argued that withdrawal can actually be more reliable than condoms, given how easily they break, how poorly they can be applied, or how they slip off during intercourse.

UTI: Should I wait for culture results or just start antibiotics? in Women's Health · May 8, 2008

Nicole Lee4 said:thanks. my understanding regarding urine collection was limited to knowing I had to wash up first, and that I needed to catch that very first morning sample using the midstream method.
I was completely in the dark about the rest.

That’s exactly how it’s medically prescribed, and that’s how I was taught. Actually, I realized I neglected to mention the whole "midstream" aspect to you—basically, you start peeing, stop for a second, position the container, and then finish. I won't promise you won't get a little bit on your hands while trying to aim, but honestly, just wash your hands afterward. At the end of the day, it's your own biology, not some stranger's; the only thing that matters is getting an accurate lab result rather than a false positive. It’s frankly exhausting how many people don't even bother with basic hygiene when they go to their doctor here in the States, let alone for something like this. I've seen far too much to be surprised anymore.

UTI: Should I wait for culture results or just start antibiotics? in Women's Health · May 7, 2008

Nicole Lee4 said:Ladies, I have a quick question for you all.
I need to get a urine culture done because I've been having some bladder issues.
In the meantime, I saw my OB-GYN, who prescribed Medazol vaginal suppositories.
Should I finish the medication first before providing the sample, or should I go ahead with the lab test before starting the treatment?
Thanks.

Get the urine culture done first, then start the suppositories. If you use the medication beforehand, there's a real risk of vaginal discharge contaminating the sample, which would completely invalidate the results. Honestly, I'm not sure who sent you for this test or why, but once the lab results come back, they will list exactly which antibiotics are effective against the specific pathogen they've isolated. You shouldn't touch any antibiotics until you have those definitive answers in hand. Before you provide the sample, make sure you clean yourself thoroughly. When you're actually urinating into the cup, you have to be incredibly precise—you cannot let the container touch your vagina or anything else; you have to aim carefully into the opening. It’s much like a surgical procedure. Even when handling the lid, be mindful: when you unscrew it, hold it so the underside—the part that faces the inside of the cup—is facing upward. If you set that cap down on a surface, you risk picking up bacteria from the counter or your hands, which leads to a false positive. Ideally, in a clinical setting, the area would be disinfected using something like Octenisept wipes, cleaning from the urethra toward the anus using seven separate wipes, with one wipe per stroke. But since nobody is handing you medical-grade disinfectant and sterile wipes at home, just focus on washing thoroughly and being extremely careful not to touch the rim or the inside of the container, and watch that cap.

Quick question in Health · May 7, 2008

Sandra Robinson63 said:I’m not entirely certain if that’s accurate, but I recall hearing somewhere that it was about three months... or something like that.🙂

The standard duration is fourteen days. That is what was drilled into my head during my medical training, particularly in instances where there was only a single instance of consumption rather than prolonged, daily use over weeks or months.

What is happening to me? in Women's Health · May 7, 2008

Carol Brooks41 said:Hi there.

Here is the situation—please, I beg you, don't laugh at me.

I typically take Triguilar, but last month I went on a trip and completely forgot to pack my pills. I ended up buying a pack in a different city and just kept going right where I left off with my old supply.
However, things got messy. I was buried under work, getting home incredibly late every night, and I was essentially operating on autopilot—taking my pills without thinking and failing to stop when I actually should have.
When I finally hit the "start" marker, instead of stopping, I just kept going as if I were starting a brand new cycle (honestly, I don't know how I let that happen; I was just totally scattered).

Anyway, after I had taken three extra pills, I realized what an idiot I was being. My period arrived, so I stopped taking them (I probably should have just continued the cycle normally, but whatever, the damage is done).
I decided that since I’ve already made a mess of this month, I won't bother taking any more this cycle; I'll just wait until my next period and start over properly from the beginning.

My last period started on April 6th. I haven't had this one yet, and since my cycle is strictly 30 days, it's technically one day late.
I took a pregnancy test, and it was negative (plus, we used condoms during the window after I stopped the pills, except for one single instance—which is why I tested).

Based on my tracking, ovulation likely occurred around April 26th (though I can't say for certain how reliable that is; if that truly was when I ovulated, it's obvious my period will be delayed).

What really concerns me, though, is that for the past two days, my libido has been through the roof. It is frankly overwhelming.
It's intense—truly, incredibly, indescribably high. I have never experienced a surge of desire like this in my entire life.

Am I experiencing some sort of hormonal imbalance because I botched my pill schedule, or is it something else?
Usually, these pills kill my sex drive entirely, which is one of the side effects I deal with.
What do you all think?
Is this normal, or am I worrying over nothing?

I think it's perfectly normal. It happens to so many women when they stop taking birth control—periods can be late or even skip for two or three months entirely. I find it hard to believe you're pregnant, and the fact that your libido spiked is just the rebound effect; the pills usually suppress it, so now that they're out of your system, it's coming back. I don't think it's a major hormonal disorder, just a slight imbalance that should settle itself. My advice would be not to jump straight back onto the pill once your period arrives. Wait for the following cycle to see how your body behaves and give it a chance to recover from the hormones. I'm not sure if you've ever taken breaks before, but regardless of what some doctors claim about low-dose pills, I believe a break is necessary—maybe for two or three months—so your body can reset. Hormones aren't harmless. Personally, I took the same ones you did, and they messed with my mental state so much that I eventually just quit and told myself "never again." Since I smoke, and combining smoking with birth control increases the risk of blood clots, it really affected my headspace. I decided to just rely on my husband being careful, which is what we did before the pills, and we never had an issue. In fact, I attended a lecture once where they mentioned the failure rate of that method could actually be lower than using condoms, since condoms can break or slip, and anyone who has been intimate knows how to time things correctly.

Help! Period emergency! in Women's Health · May 6, 2008

Sandra Carter77 said:I've finally decided I’m going to see my OB-GYN, no matter how much I've been dreading it. But it won't be until next week... I'm just praying everything stays stable until then!!!

Honestly, you aren't thinking this through. You absolutely cannot afford to wait until next week. If there is still an infection or something trapped in there, you are looking at a very real risk of sepsis or falling into toxic shock. Not to mention the sheer physical mess and infection that could develop in the meantime. It's just too dangerous.

Can you actually fix your vision naturally? in Health · May 6, 2008

Steven Hall2 said:😲 😲 😲 so that's how it works...

Exactly. I actually work as a nurse, so I was out hunting for a job when I ran into him at a local CVS. He mentioned I should come in for an interview, so I showed up, only to find out the whole situation is an absolute nightmare.