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Extended heavy menstrual cycle

My wife has had a heavy flow period for almost 3 weeks now. She is 48 and we have 6 children. 4 were natural births and 2 were c section. She was diagnosed and treated for uterine...
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Can excess body heat be the cause of my severe bleeding during periods?

I have excessive bleeding during my period. Could it be because I have excess body heat? What can I do about it?
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At what stage of pregnancy can congenital defects in a baby be detected?

I am pregnant for the first time and I would like to know, at what stage of pregnancy can I know if my baby has any congenital defects or not?
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Can I get dimples through plastic surgery?

I've been obsessed with dimples ever since I was a little girl and my feelings still haven't changed now that I'm 37. Is it something possible through plastic surgery?
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I want to delay my period because I am travelling. When should I be taking my pills?

I am scheduled to take a trip but I am worried I will get my period. When can I start taking my pills to delay my periods?
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Is acupuncture helpful in boosting fertility?

I want to have a baby within the next 2-4 years. I've heard from a few people that acupuncture can help before I get pregnant. Is this true?
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My discharge is thick and smelly. Is it an infection?

For the last two days my white discharge is thick and also has a weird smell. Could it be the sign of an infection?
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How soon after a c-section is it advisable to walk up the stairs?

After a c-section surgery how soon is it advisable to start going up the stairs? My sister is getting a C-section and she is hearing 2 different things from 2 different surgeons....
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Can masturbation cause problems with urinating?

I masturbate every once in a while, and lately I've noticed a small bleeding while/after masturbating. I also feel a constant urge to pee after I'm done. Usually only small amounts...
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Can PCOD be corrected with radiation therapy?

I am suffering from PCOD ever since I got my period. I have tried all possible medications but nothing seems to work. Can radiation therapy help in any way?
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What's the difference between emergency contraceptive and the abortion pill?

How does plan B work differently than the abortion pill?
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My friend had heavy bleeding after taking the abortion pill. Does she need a D&C?

My friend took abortion pills and thereafter had heavy bleeding which stopped on its own. Does she require a D&C?
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Why do I have a lot of white discharge?

I started to notice that I'm having an excessive amounts of white discharge throughout the day. What could be the reason for this? Could it be something serious?
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The doctor has advised me to undergo pap smear test. Does it hurt?

I went to the doctor and she said that I have to start getting a pap smear when I go, every year for my annual. I'm only 19, and this is really worrying me. Does it hurt?
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Bad bloods in pregnancy

Hi, I have been diagnosed with pregnancy anemia and my platelets count has been fluctuating between 70000-99000 over the past 3 weeks. Currently at 85000 with a platelet distribution...
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Why is it difficult to insert an IUD for a second time?

I had an IUD. However, after 4 years I got it removed and now my OBGYN is advising I don't use it again. Why?
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I am 8 months pregnant and had some spotting. Could this mean anything abnormal?

I am 8 months pregnant and had some spotting. Very minimal. Can this be risky in any way?
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What should be my first steps if my child convulses?

Last night, my son had a fever and started to convulse while he was in bed. Like any other parent, I rushed to the hospital and brought him to the ER. But the doctor said that...
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Can I start doing yoga within 1 month of a C-section?

I had a C-section just about a month ago. Can I start doing yoga exercises to try to get back in shape or is it too early still? I feel fine otherwise.
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What is the treatment for an enlarged uterus?

A recent USG indicated that I have an enlarged uterus. What is the treatment for this, usually? I'm discussing with this in my next appointment with my OB-GYN, but I want to...
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