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Description : Is irregular bleeding common when starting a new birth control pill ?

Last Answer : Yes. It can take up to 3 months after switching to new a birth control pill before your menstrual period becomes regular. You should not discontinue your new pills for at least 3 months ... cycle, nausea and occasional vomiting and headaches are all common when starting a new birth control method.

Description : Is there an ovarian tumor with hair and teeth ?

Last Answer : Dermoid cysts, also known as mature cystic teratomas, are the commonest ovarian tumor. They occur primarily in the reproductive years, but can also occur in children. The tumor has all three germ ... bilateral 15-20 percent of the time. Treatment is surgical removal prior to torsion or rupture.

Description : Is some bleeding normal when starting Hormone Replacement Therapy ?

Last Answer : Yes, it is not uncommon to notice some light spotting during the first 3 months after beginning Hormone Replacement Therapy. Heavy bleeding like yourmenstrual cycle is not normal and should be reported to the doctor immediately.

Description : What should I do if I miss a birth control pill ?

Last Answer : If you miss one pill, you should take it as soon as you remember and take the next one as usual. If 2 pills are missed during the first 2 weeks of your cycle, then you should take 2 pills a day for ... a Sunday. A back-up form of birth control should be used for the next 7 days such as a condom.

Description : Women over 50 need a screening colonoscopy every 5 years ?

Last Answer : There are different opinions concerning whether women should have a pap smear every year after hysterectomy. You should discuss your individual medical history with your doctor before deciding whether you should continue to get a pap smear after hysterectomy

Description : Should I continue to have a pelvic exam each year if I have had a Hysterectomy ?

Last Answer : Women should have a yearly physical exam by a physician which includes a pelvic exam and breast exambeginning in their late teens and early twenties. All women should have their cholesterol checked every 3 to 5 years. A yearly mammogram is essential after age

Description : What should I do if I miss a birth control pill ?

Last Answer : If you miss one pill, you should take it as soon as you remember and take the next one as usual. If 2 pills are missed during the first 2 weeks of your cycle, then you should take 2 pills a day for ... a Sunday. A back-up form of birth control should be used for the next 7 days such as a condom.

Description : If I am no longer having my monthly period because ofmenopause ? when should I be worried about new onset vaginalbleeding?

Last Answer : If you have not had a menstrual cycle in over 6 months you are probably in the menopause. The loss of your monthly period along with occasional hot flashes or night sweats usually ... and 52. Any bleedingafter the menopause is considered abnormal and requires evaluation by a doctor immediately .

Description : Can an ovarian cyst be normal ?

Last Answer : During a woman?s menstrual cycle, ovarian cystformation is normal. These cysts are part of developing an egg to ovulate or to make hormones to support a potential early pregnancy, and ... if it should rupture internally. This is usually an emergent situation that requires immediate evaluation.

Description : Women over 50 need a screening colonoscopy every 5 years ?

Last Answer : There are different opinions concerning whether women should have a pap smear every year after hysterectomy. You should discuss your individual medical history with your doctor before deciding whether you should continue to get a pap smear after hysterectomy

Description : Should I continue to have a pelvic exam each year if I have had a Hysterectomy ?

Last Answer : Women should have a yearly physical exam by a physician which includes a pelvic exam and breast exambeginning in their late teens and early twenties. All women should have their cholesterol checked every 3 to 5 years. A yearly mammogram is essential after age

Description : Is irregular bleeding common when starting a new birth control pill ?

Last Answer : Yes. It can take up to 3 months after switching to new a birth control pill before your menstrual period becomes regular. You should not discontinue your new pills for at least 3 months to ... , nausea and occasional vomiting and headaches are all common when starting a new birth control method.

Description : Is there an ovarian tumor with hair and teeth ?

Last Answer : Dermoid cysts, also known as mature cystic teratomas, are the commonest ovarian tumor. They occur primarily in the reproductive years, but can also occur in children. The tumor has all three germ ... bilateral 15-20 percent of the time. Treatment is surgical removal prior to torsion or rupture.

Description : Women over 50 need a screening colonoscopy every 5 years ?

Last Answer : There are different opinions concerning whether women should have a pap smear every year afterhysterectomy. You should discuss your individual medical history with your doctor before deciding whether you should continue to get a pap smear after hysterectomy

Description : Should I continue to have a pelvic exam each year if I have had aHysterectomy ?

Last Answer : Women should have a yearly physical exam by a physician which includes a pelvic exam and breast exambeginning in their late teens and early twenties. All women should have their cholesterol checked every 3 to 5 years. A yearly mammogram is essential after age

Description : What are fibroids ?

Last Answer : Fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are benign smoothmuscle tumors that occur in the uterus. They grow under the influence of estrogen and progesterone, and are thus seen in the reproductive ... , rectum or pelvis. There may be a genetic predisposition to havingfibroids and multiple fibroids.

Description : What should I do if I miss a birth control pill ?

Last Answer : If you miss one pill, you should take it as soon as you remember and take the next one as usual. If 2 pills are missed during the first 2 weeks of your cycle, then you should take 2 pills a day for ... a Sunday. A back-up form of birth control should be used for the next 7 days such as a condom.

Description : Is it possible to have a polyp in the uterus ?

Last Answer : Polyps can form where there is glandular tissue, i.e. in the colon, nose or uterus. Endometrial polyps occur in the uterus and patients will have the symptom of heavymenstrual periods. These ... inserted through the cervix and into the uterus, the polyp can be directly visualized and removed.

Description : Is there an ovarian tumor with hair and teeth ?

Last Answer : Dermoid cysts, also known as mature cystic teratomas, are the commonest ovarian tumor. They occur primarily in the reproductive years, but can also occur in children. The tumor has all three germ ... bilateral 15-20 percent of the time. Treatment is surgical removal prior to torsion or rupture.

Description : Women over 50 need a screening colonoscopy every 5 years ?

Last Answer : There are different opinions concerning whether women should have a pap smear every year after hysterectomy. You should discuss your individual medical history with your doctor before deciding whether you should continue to get a pap smear after hysterectomy

Description : Should I continue to have a pelvic exam each year if I have had a Hysterectomy ?

Last Answer : Women should have a yearly physical exam by a physician which includes a pelvic exam and breast exambeginning in their late teens and early twenties. All women should have their cholesterol checked every 3 to 5 years. A yearly mammogram is essential after age

Description : Is some bleeding normal when starting Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Last Answer : Yes, it is not uncommon to notice some light spotting during the first 3 months after beginning Hormone Replacement Therapy. Heavy bleeding like your menstrual cycle is not normal and should be reported to the doctor immediately.