Archive for the ‘gynecologist’ Category

Can someone refer me to a good gynecologist around the Pittsburgh area?

Monday, December 28th, 2009

I have strayed away from my gynecologist, as I didn't care for him much. And I haven't been there in a few years and I know I NEED to go back, for my own health benefit. Can someone please recommend a good gynecologist in or around Pittsburgh? I'm in the ...

Can a general practitioner prescribe birth control, or do I need to go to a gynecologist?

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

I have recently moved to a new city, and haven't set things up with a new doctor yet. I'm wondering how many appointments I need to make right away. My birth control prescription is about to run out - do I need to make an appointment with a gynecologist to ...

What is the appropriate age for a girl to go see a gynecologist?

Saturday, June 19th, 2010

My mom wants me to see a gynecologist for regular check ups and stuff.she wanted me to ask on here (she doesn't know how this works.lol.) when is the appropriate age.Im currently 13 btw. Also out of curiousity,do they weigh you there? And what happens at the gynecologist.Like how does the ...

What to expect during my first gynecologist visit?

Monday, May 31st, 2010

okay my whole life i've always went to my pediatrician for everything. i'm 18 i'll be going to a gynecologist soon. what can i expect? what is that the diff bw having to go to a gynecologist and just a regular physician? If you are going for your first pap smear, ...

Can a gynecologist do a pregnancy test and prescribe contraceptive pill?

Thursday, May 13th, 2010

I have missed my period for a consecative three months but have done home pregnancy test and were negative. Also i am on the contraceptive pill i have booked an appointment with a gynecologist but amnot sure if a gynecologist even does a pregnency test or can prescrible contraceptive pill.. ...

Is Spironolactone The Only Option for Women Over 35 With Acne?

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

Spironolactone is generally prescribed as an "off label" acne treatment for women. This drug, though intended to help people with heart problems not zit problems, reduces the production of the hormone androgen. Androgen promotes excess facial oil secretion. Less oil secretion limits the possibility of having clogged pores and acne flare-ups. Spironolactone ...

How old should my daughter be before I make her go see a gynecologist?

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

How old should my daughter be before I make her go see a gynecologist? She is 15 years old. She is a virgin. I am kinda thinking I should take her now. What do you think? They say the recomended age to first take your daughter is 13-15, but 13 seems ...

I’m Actually Feeling Better

Monday, April 26th, 2010

I'm actually feeling better! Urban chaos is what sums up a modern woman's life in metropolitan cities. Early morning household chores, children and elders in the family to attend to, preparing for the day ahead, breakfast, tiffin to be packed, getting ready for office, the daily commute, dashing to shops to ...

What advice do you have for my first visit to a gynecologist?

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010

I have my first gynecologist visit next Tuesday and I'm nervous. Does anyone out there have any advice to make my appointment run smoothly? do not douche just relax. I think you can go with someone if you dont think you're goin to be comfortable with the gynocologist or u can ask ...

Complications Expected After the Age of 40

Monday, April 12th, 2010

Since at least two or three decades ago, women over 35 in age are having healthy and successful pregnancies giving birth to healthy babies with no birth defects, despite medical advice suggesting that pregnancy must take place before the 30's. The number of women who get pregnant after 40 is increasing ...