Dr. Douglas Krell, MD, FACOG
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
4705 Montgomery Ne Suite 301-302 Albuquerque NM, 87109About
Dr. Douglas Krell is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Krell specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Krell can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Krell can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
Education and Training
Univ of Az Coll of Med, Tucson Az 1978
University of Arizona College of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Obstetrics and GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyABOG
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Dr. Douglas Krell, MD, FACOG's Expert Contributions
Body - muscle and fat index of the rib area?
What is your height and weight? Are you still losing weight? Are you breast feeding? Have you checked your basic lab tests and tests for thyroid and blood sugar? Have you had a thorough physical exam? READ MORE
STD?
Yes. It’s safe. Just make sure there’s no pain with movement of the cervix. READ MORE
Can you get pregnant after a miscarriage and before your next period?
In a word… yes! However, there are a few things that need to be checked fairly quickly if you’ve tested positive again. See your doctor ASAP! READ MORE
Why can't I get pregnant after a miscarriage?
I would try to stay positive about your prospects for pregnancy. Of course there could be complications from the miscarriage or some other underlying reason however the average person at age 28 may take up to a year to become pregnant. After you have reestablished regular menstrual cycles you could see your doctor to begin doing some preliminary investigation, and if your periods haven’t become regular after three months post miscarriage, check in with your gynecologist right away READ MORE
Worried about pregnancy?
Repeat the pregnancy test every 7-10 days. See your doc if you have spotty-type bleeding instead of your normal cycle or if you begin having worsening pain. READ MORE
What happens if PCOS is left untreated?
There is often a wide ranging progression of problems with increasing severity that starts with increasing weight gain, oily skin, acne, and hirsuitism. There is also menstrual irregularity, abnormal bleeding and infertility. Finally, there is the development of diabetes, and sometimes uterine cancer, requiring a hysterectomy. The condition can be mild or severe, but without some intervention, the risks are significant. You can do a lot just with diet and exercise to begin. READ MORE
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