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Noel Christine Boyd

OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)

Noel Christine Boyd
  • Kingwood, Texas
  • Baylor College of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Should I go to the hospital if my water breaks but no contractions?

Yes, you should still go to the hospital if your water breaks even if you are not having contractions.

Is my constipation normal?

Yes, it is very likely it is hormonal. Many women get this in the week before their cycle and once they start their cycle, they have relief. Be sure to eat lots of fresh fruits READ MORE
Yes, it is very likely it is hormonal. Many women get this in the week before their cycle and once they start their cycle, they have relief. Be sure to eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and drink plenty of water that week. You can also add a stool softener to help.

Is a TSH value of 3.17 normal in 9 months of pregnancy?

Yes that is a normal TSH. Your thyroid is working great! Good luck with your new little one!

If my pregnancy test is negative, why are my periods delayed?

Many things can delay your cycle, stress, recent illness, hormone imbalance. The result is a not ovulating (producing and egg) and therefore it doesn't trigger you to have a period READ MORE
Many things can delay your cycle, stress, recent illness, hormone imbalance. The result is a not ovulating (producing and egg) and therefore it doesn't trigger you to have a period either. Most of the time things will straighten out on their own in the next month or 2. If they do not you need to make an appointment to be seen.
This is, of course, in light of the negative pregnancy test. If you hadn't done that I'd have recommended that as a first step.

Airport security and being pregnant

Overall, it's considered very safe. The new machines that rotate a circle around you while you hold your arms up may expose you to more, so I'd request going through the walkthrough READ MORE
Overall, it's considered very safe. The new machines that rotate a circle around you while you hold your arms up may expose you to more, so I'd request going through the walkthrough one instead.

How popular are water births?

Hi there. Water births are not offered at most hospitals anymore due to an increased risk of infection that has been associated. Some birthing centers do offer them still and READ MORE
Hi there.
Water births are not offered at most hospitals anymore due to an increased risk of infection that has been associated.
Some birthing centers do offer them still and that generally would be under the care of a midwife rather than a physician.
Good luck!!
Dr Boyd