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Dr. Jeffrey Johnson, MD

OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)

Dr. Jeffrey Johnson is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Manchester, NH. Dr. Johnson specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Johnson can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Johnson can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
26 years Experience
Dr. Jeffrey Johnson, MD
  • Southfield, MI
  • Boston University School of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Colace use?

Colace is very safe in pregnancy, and is routinely used for pregnancy induced constipation. 100% of the medication stays in the lumen of the bowel, and is excreted in the fecal READ MORE
Colace is very safe in pregnancy, and is routinely used for pregnancy induced constipation. 100% of the medication stays in the lumen of the bowel, and is excreted in the fecal stream. The maximum dose is 100mg twice daily.

What food should avoid after delivery?

You should avoid foods high in mercury such as certain fish. A healthy balanced diet is suggested, and you should continue foods in iron or take iron supplements for at least the READ MORE
You should avoid foods high in mercury such as certain fish. A healthy balanced diet is suggested, and you should continue foods in iron or take iron supplements for at least the first 2-3 months after delivery. You can also continue taking your prenatal vitamins, they contain most of the essential nutrients necessary for lactation and postpartum recovery.

Taking hydroxyzine while pregnant?

Hydroxyzine does not appear to increase the risk of malformations in human pregnancies, and is likely safe. I would recommend discussing this with your OB provider, and considering READ MORE
Hydroxyzine does not appear to increase the risk of malformations in human pregnancies, and is likely safe. I would recommend discussing this with your OB provider, and considering a high level detailed fetal anatomical scan to look at the anatomy of the baby. We do not recommend termination based on exposure to this medication.

I’m pregnant?

You should contact your obstetrical provider. These symptoms may be normal, but may also indicate a problem.

Cetaphillian?

This is not an antibiotic recommended for Gonorrhea. Antibiotic resistance is increasing with this organism, so I would recommend standard CDC Guidelines for treatment: ceftriaxone READ MORE
This is not an antibiotic recommended for Gonorrhea. Antibiotic resistance is increasing with this organism, so I would recommend standard CDC Guidelines for treatment: ceftriaxone 500mg IM (weight <150kg) or 1gm (weight >150kg). Patients should also be screened for chlamydia and risks of other STIs.

UTI? Maybe, I'm in pain?

You should see your PCP and get a urinalysis and have your urine sent for a culture. Therapy can be tailored depending on these results.