Posts by cosmicgardener36

Kimberly White36 said:It’s like a matrix split into two parts by a divider—who even operated on her?

Well, yeah...
I think she went to Boise to get some tests done since the wait times at the local hospital were getting ridiculous. Eventually, a surgeon at the Mayo Clinic handled the procedure over in the OB-GYN department. I’ll have to ask her for the doctor's actual name and then I'll let you know.

I'm with the ladies on this one—get a second opinion from more doctors. Don't just throw in the towel right away.
Could you explain the thing about the septum a bit more? Some women have a single uterus but have a divider down the middle, a uterine septum, which basically splits the uterus into two sections. Are you saying you have two separate uteri plus a septum? Where exactly is that divider located?
A friend of mine had that septum issue and ended up having surgery for it. She's actually trying for a baby right now.

Good luck, lady! 🙂

Here’s a link where some women share their own stories.

http://www.medhelp.org/posts/show/184351

It’s in English, though I assume you're fine with that.

Did the doctors tell you there's a low survival rate if you go through with the pregnancy?

What you’re describing sounds like uterus didelphys. You might want to look that up online to get a better handle on it. Usually, each uterus has its own cervix and connects to one fallopian tube and one ovary, though it really depends on how the malformation turned out. Some women even have two vaginal canals.
On some American forums, I've seen women sharing their experiences with a double uterus, and quite a few have successfully gotten pregnant and given birth.
In cases like this, it's pretty common for women to carry twins 🙂 who end up being born at two different times. 🙂
With these kinds of pregnancies, there is an increased risk of miscarriage or preterm labor, and most women end up having a C-section.
Some researcher named Heinonen conducted a study suggesting that about 67% of women with a double uterus have successful births. Out of that group, 43% had breech births, and 21% dealt with premature delivery.
Then again, I guess you shouldn't take statistics as gospel; every woman's situation is unique.
So, yeah, you can get pregnant and have a baby, but you definitely need to realize the pregnancy will be higher risk, meaning you'll need to be extra careful and stay close to your doctor.
It's probably a good idea to get a 3D ultrasound to see exactly how your uteri are shaped, just so doctors can better predict how things will develop as the baby grows.

Anyway, try to learn as much as you can about your specific condition before trying to conceive. From what I've read from other women online dealing with the same thing, they seem to suggest just going for it without letting fear or overthinking get in the way.

Paul Hughes5 said:My gynecologist is suspecting genital herpes...
Even though I told her it’s basically impossible—I’ve been with the same partner for ages and we’ve never had any issues, plus I know for a fact he hasn't cheated on me.

Is it actually possible for herpes to just stay dormant for over a year and only show up now, especially since my immune system has taken a hit a few times throughout the year? Why wouldn't the virus have flared up sooner?

Has anyone else dealt with something similar?

It's possible you've had the virus for a while, but your immune system was just strong enough to keep things quiet, even during those times it felt run down. Once you're infected, the virus hangs out in your nerve cells and can flare up whenever. Things like stress, a fever, your period, or even too much sun can trigger it. I'd say wait for the Pap smear results first, and maybe get a specific test to see if the virus is actually there. Don't stress too much before the results come in; it might just be a false alarm.

Dizziness could just be from bad posture; if you're sitting at a desk all day, maybe try moving around a bit more. It might also be an ear infection—those can mess with your equilibrium and make everything spin. Blood pressure and stress play a role too. As for the nausea, that could be stress, maybe some anxiety over an upcoming exam, or even gynecological issues. If this sticks around, you should probably just see a doctor. We're all just guessing here.
Also, if you took a hard hit to the head recently, a concussion can cause both nausea and dizziness. 🤷

Candida is the fungus most commonly responsible for infections, though smaller amounts live in your gut naturally. Symptoms usually involve increased discharge, redness, and itching. An infection typically hits when your immune system takes a hit, but it can also pop up after a round of antibiotics, while on birth control, during pregnancy, or—in about two-thirds of cases—through sexual intercourse. Most people just use Canesten or Plymicol, maybe some vaginal suppositories plus a cream, and it clears up in a few days.
While you're treating it, it might be a good idea to cut out sugar and stick to yogurt with LGG or Acidofil. You can also pick up Lactogyn tablets at any pharmacy to help strengthen your vaginal flora. It’s also probably best to avoid tight clothes, thongs, or synthetic underwear; cotton is better so your skin can actually breathe. I'd suggest skipping those various washing gels and just using lukewarm water instead, and definitely stay away from pantyliners.
Obviously, you should avoid sex during treatment. Also, make sure to dry off thoroughly after showering, because moisture is basically an invitation for yeast to thrive.
I've also heard that tea tree oil is really helpful when fighting Candida, but you have to be careful with it since it can be irritating to the skin. You should probably dilute it with a base oil before using it.