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From: womens-health@obgyn.net [SMTP:womens-health@obgyn.net]
Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 1998 9:55 PM
To: Multiple recipients of list
Subject: WOMENS-HEALTH digest 185
WOMENS-HEALTH Digest 185
Topics covered in this issue include:
1) Re: carpal tunnel relief?
by ann_ribe@killerbytes.com (Ann Ribe)
2) Inability to achieve orgasm through intercourse
by leblkcat@aol.com (June)
3) Re: carpal tunnel relief?
by hoffman1@sgi.net (Lea)
4) RE: Inability to achieve orgasm through intercourse
by "Marna D. E. Gatlin" <baloo@teleport.com>
5) PID/ENDO CONNECTION
by yentag@hotmail.com (yenta)
6) Endo & Diet
by yentag@hotmail.com (yenta)
7) Re: Inability to achieve orgasm through intercourse
by yollie_g@hotmail.com (Yolande)
8) CAN ANYONE ANSWER THIS??
by yollie_g@hotmail.com (Yolande)
9) Menstrual blood color
by jilly@pc.jaring.my (azril adnan)
10) Re: hystero-sonograms
by aswptw@bellsouth.net (Ann)
11) Conversion of vaginhal hyst to abdominal
by msoar@pacifier.com (Mo Soar)
12) Re: Traveling By Car During Pregnancy
by babydoc@apex.net (James Connerth MD)
13) Re: Conversion of vaginhal hyst to abdominal
by babydoc@apex.net (James Connerth MD)
14) Re: Menstrual blood color
by babydoc@apex.net (James Connerth MD)
15) Re: PID/ENDO CONNECTION
by babydoc@apex.net (James Connerth MD)
16) i am pregnant
by mellner@afnetinc.com (mindy)
17) Re: Uterine Fibroids and Treatments Available
by u1b02527@mail.wvnet.edu (Susan)
18) Re: i am pregnant
by "Mary Shoup" <maryshoup@earthlink.net>
19) Re: Ovaries
by kathy6944@aol.com (Kathy P)
20) Re: Ovaries
by stacie <stacielm@yahoo.com>
21) TRICHOMONOUS
by QEZH96A@PRODIGY.COM (SUSAN D'AMBRA)
22) Re: sigmoidoscopy and endo
by sawlynch@aol.com (Sharon)
23) medical terms?
by donicaep@ou.edu (elizabeth)
24) RE: medical terms?
by "Marna D. E. Gatlin" <baloo@teleport.com>
25) ?????
by mellner@afnetinc.com (mindy)
26) ovarian cyst pain
by castlek@nantucket.net (rose )
27) Re: i am pregnant
by barbara.nesbitt@obgyn.net (Barbara Nesbitt, Editor)
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Date: Mon, 14 Dec 1998 22:29:40 -0600 (CST)
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From: ann_ribe@killerbytes.com (Ann Ribe)
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: carpal tunnel relief?
Message-ID: <199812150429.WAA13559@talk.obgyn.net>
I am a computer programmer who has dealt with ulnar nerve
compression
(similar to carpal tunnel, different nerve). I saw 6 different
doctors.
I refused surgery, because my research found it didn't help most
people.
The first doctor put me in a brace 24 hours a day. I developed
severe
problems from that, the worst of which was minor nerve damage. You
only
should wear a brace when you are NOT using your arm. Liz is having
these symptoms because of fluid retention from the pregnacy. The
problem will go away after delivery. One of the books I have says
that
vitamin B6 can give some relief for pregnant women. A friend of
mine
had this when she was pregnant and the doctor gave her some
injections
of something (I can't remember what) and she was fine.
**Surgery should NOT be an option for pregnacy related carpal
tunnel.**
I only wrote this because there are so many doctors out there who
don't
know enough about this problem and would operate on a pregnant
woman.
FYI, I was finally helped by agressive physical therapy and
exercise.
One doctor (who didn't know what she was talking about) told me find
a
new career. That was 2 years ago, and (obviously) I'm still using a
computer. Liz, please talk to your doctor about options to help you
get
through these last few weeks of pregnacy. Get a referral if need
be.
This will go away, but there is no need for you to suffer these last
few
weeks.
Ann
At Mon, 14 Dec 1998, Jean wrote:
>
>Hi Liz: I work in a neurosurgeon's office (secretary, not
surgeon!!),
>and the only relief I have heard of is with using a brace, and if
it
>doesn't offer relief, then surgery as an outpatient under local
>anaesthesia. As a rule, I think the brace only has to be worn at
night
>- perhaps this would be your best bet. I don't know anything about
the
>B12, but I'm a believer in "alternative medicine" myself and if it
won't
>hurt to try it, then I say go for it. The surgeon I work for has
great
>success with the carpal tunnel surgery and his patients seem to get
>along really well, without exception. If your problem doesn't
resolve
>itself with the other means, perhaps you would consider this.
Either
>way - hope you get some relief!
>
>Be well,
>Jean
>
>--
>"Life is not the way it is supposed to be. It is the way it is.
>The way you cope with it is what makes the difference."
>
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Date: Mon, 14 Dec 1998 22:41:55 -0600 (CST)
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From: leblkcat@aol.com (June)
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Inability to achieve orgasm through intercourse
Message-ID: <199812150441.WAA13835@talk.obgyn.net>
I am a 34 yr. old woman. I have never been able to achieve an
orgasm
through intercourse although clitoral stimulation is no problem.
I'm
sure it seems petty compared with some of the problems discussed on
this
web-site but an answer could greatly improve my quality of life.I
have a
very attentive and understanding husband and yet I am sure that we
both
feel that somehow we are missing something in that way.Is there a
surgical or medicinal remedy that might awaken the necessary nerve
endings required or is this something I and my husband will have to
learn to live without. Please overlook any shortcomings in
describing
this problem and if any further information is needed I wil be glad
to
respond. Thanks in advance for your help.
--
June
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Date: Mon, 14 Dec 1998 23:57:20 -0600 (CST)
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From: hoffman1@sgi.net (Lea)
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: carpal tunnel relief?
Message-ID: <199812150557.XAA15279@talk.obgyn.net>
At Mon, 14 Dec 1998, Liz wrote:
>
Liz,
I went through the same thing with my pregnancies and I was a
secretary
doing a tremendous amount of typing. By the end of the day I was
unable
to pick up a piece of paper with either hand. I found that wearing
braces at night helped along with using cold compresses in the
evening
after work to reduce the swelling. In the morning, my hands were
stiff
and the only relief I found then was doing a sinkful of dishes in
the
hottest water I could stand. It did go away a few weeks after
delivery
and though occasionally I still have trouble now and then (12 years
later) - the pain and stiffness is short-lived.
Best of luck to you and the baby!
--
Lea
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Date: Mon, 14 Dec 1998 23:23:46 -0800
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From: "Marna D. E. Gatlin" <baloo@teleport.com>
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To: <womens-health@obgyn.net>,
Subject: RE: Inability to achieve orgasm through intercourse
Message-ID: <003e01be27fb$da15f820$990e1ad8@dopey>
Hi June-
Please don't feel like you are the only one, or you aren't normal.
The
clitoris when stimulated of course produces pleasurable sensations
and can
lead to orgasm. We women do have ( and there has been some
controversy over
this) what is called the G-spot, anatomically, is the area beneath
the
urethral sponge. ( I believe his name was Ernst Grafenberg, a
German
medical doctor who wrote about "an erotic zone located on the
anterior wall
of the vagina along the course of the urethra that would swell
during sexual
stimulation)
Anyhow when this spot is stimulated it causes pleasurable sensations
as
well, and can lead to a different kind of orgasm as well.
Here is a great site:
http://sexuality.miningco.com/library/weekly/aa042098.htm
please don't feel alone. It's a bit to find, but once you find it,
you
never forget where it is!
Good luck!
Marna Gatlin
-----Original Message-----
From: womens-health@obgyn.net [mailto:womens-health@obgyn.net]On
Behalf
Of June
Sent: Monday, December 14, 1998 8:42 PM
To: Multiple recipients of list
Subject: Inability to achieve orgasm through intercourse
I am a 34 yr. old woman. I have never been able to achieve an
orgasm
through intercourse although clitoral stimulation is no problem.
I'm
sure it seems petty compared with some of the problems discussed on
this
web-site but an answer could greatly improve my quality of life.I
have a
very attentive and understanding husband and yet I am sure that we
both
feel that somehow we are missing something in that way.Is there a
surgical or medicinal remedy that might awaken the necessary nerve
endings required or is this something I and my husband will have to
learn to live without. Please overlook any shortcomings in
describing
this problem and if any further information is needed I wil be glad
to
respond. Thanks in advance for your help.
--
June
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 01:35:42 -0600 (CST)
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From: yentag@hotmail.com (yenta)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: PID/ENDO CONNECTION
Message-ID: <199812150735.BAA17085@talk.obgyn.net>
First, kind drs., let me thank you for your time -- I greatly
appreciate
it.
Question 1: Is it possible for PID (a severe case causing adhesions
of
the ovaries to various body parts) to cause Endo? I thought perhaps
the
scarring and inflamed ovaries could cause bleeding in the pelvic
cavity
(ie. perhaps ovaries become cystic and bleed as part of the
inflammatory process due to being tethered).
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 01:42:35 -0600 (CST)
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From: yentag@hotmail.com (yenta)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Endo & Diet
Message-ID: <199812150742.BAA17199@talk.obgyn.net>
Question: Are there specific foods or beverages which are known to
exacerbate Endo? If so, which? (I don't know what to believe
regarding
material on the net, so if you don't mind, I would really like a
doctors
opinion).
Also, is there any truth to the use of progesterone creams or
various
other items ie. food, chinese herbs, etc. which alleviate our endo
symptoms?
Thank you very much for your time.
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 01:53:13 -0600 (CST)
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From: yollie_g@hotmail.com (Yolande)
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: Inability to achieve orgasm through intercourse
Message-ID: <199812150753.BAA17346@talk.obgyn.net>
Hi June. I don't think your problem is at all petty- in fact, I
know it
is a great source of worry for many many women, some of which are
not
able to talk about it as you have- congrats on having the guts to
openly
discuss such a sensitive issue. Don't worry, you certainly won't
have
to put up with this problem forever.
I'm not a doctor so I can't say if there are any medical/surgical
treatments available to help you. But what I can say from my own
readings is that sometimes, climax is prevented because we are under
so
much pressure to achieve orgasm. The thought is; "I must orgasm, I
must
orgasm" and so then we don't achieve as great a climax as we would
like,
or we don't have one at all. The pressure to perform, and to please
their partner and themselves can be what prevents a lot of women
from
recieving satisfaction.
I have read that a better thought to have while making love is "I
want
to orgasm". This puts much less pressure on you to perform. Better
still, don't think about orgasm at all. Try not to go into
lovemaking
expecting an orgasm- try not to make the sole goal of sex to achieve
a
climax. That is not what it is all about. Instead, you could
perhaps
try to simply relax and concentrate on wanting to be close to your
partner. Just think about how much you want to be close to him-
DONT
think about how much you want to give him pleasure- rather,
concentrate
on the sensations you feel, and allow yourself to be overwhelmed by
the
feelings of pleasure. Chances are, if you are not putting pressure
on
yourself to intensify the pleasure and bring yourself to climax, you
will eventually learn to orgasm naturally- it should occur by itself
if
you can relax.
The most important thing is not to worry about your lack of
satisfaction. Try talking to your partner bout your concern.
Communicate your needs to each other. If you both try to be
sensitive
and loving to one another, you might find things easier.
As I said I'm not a doctor, but what you've said would indicate that
your problem is not medical. The fact that you respond to clitoral
stimulation and have a healthy sexual response is very positive- if
there was damage or inadequacies in some of your nerves, or there
was
hormanal problems, you probably would not have a response at all or
would not lubricate fully.
But if you feel that your problem IS physical, or you are very
concerned, it might be worth a visit to your doctor.
Even just talking about your problem to a compassionate and
reassuring
doctor may help put you at ease.
If you think that maybe you are having a hard time climaxing because
of
non-medical reasons, there is one book I would reccommend "Becoming
Orgasmic". I am unsure of the author but apparently it is very
good.
Also you could perhaps just try having a look at you local library
or in
the bookstore in the 'self help books' section.
Best of luck!!
>
--
- Yolande
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 07:10:24 -0600 (CST)
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From: yollie_g@hotmail.com (Yolande)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: CAN ANYONE ANSWER THIS??
Message-ID: <199812151310.HAA21270@talk.obgyn.net>
I have always wondered- why is it that women have 1 million immature
eggs in their ovaries when they will only use about 400 of them??
Could it be that there is some complex process of selection?
Could there be an elimination of ova the way there is of sperm when
it
travels through the woman's reproductive system? Do our bodies
discard
the unsatisfactory eggs and release only the best ones during
ovulation?
I have always been curious and am puzzled by this question!!
--
- Yolande
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 08:16:14 -0600 (CST)
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From: jilly@pc.jaring.my (azril adnan)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Menstrual blood color
Message-ID: <199812151416.IAA22808@talk.obgyn.net>
What might be the problem when menstrual blood color turn to
black/dark
red ? The cycle is normal and everything else is normal but the
color is
dirrerent this time .
Thanks and regards
------------------------------
Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 09:22:27 -0600 (CST)
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From: aswptw@bellsouth.net (Ann)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: hystero-sonograms
Message-ID: <199812151522.JAA26732@talk.obgyn.net>
At Mon, 14 Dec 1998, Sandy wrote:
>
>First of all I wanted to say thanks for the information I got from
this
>board regarding my previous post "horrible periods...". The next
day
>after reading the reply I managed to get an appt with my GYN.
While
>doing the manual exam my uterus was VERY tender, and i still had
about
>13 days before my period was due to start. I'm assuming thats
abnormal,
>since I've never felt discomfort, well pain, during an exam before.
He
>is scheduling a hysterosonogram soon, after my period begins, and I
>guess I'm looking for reassurance. The information paper says
"minimal
>pain", well I'm wondering about this minimal pain. I'm figuring
I'm
>going to be on my period, already uncomfortable considering the
cramps I
>have been having, and someone filling my uterus with saline just
doesnt
>sound appealing. I was told to take motrin before hand to ward off
>cramping, but lately I've built such a tolerance to motrin, and all
>anti-inflammatories it seems, that I'm worried about being a
"weenie".
>Any advice on this and the uterine discomfort I had with my exam?
Thanks
>so much in advance!
I recently had this test performed to try to determine the source of
excessive bleeding. I was also advised to take a Motrin the morning
of
the procedure (scheduled for 11:00).
I didn't find the procedure painful, at all...minimal discomfort.
However, I was achy and sore feeling for the next 72 hours. I
continued
taking Motrin for the pain, and it helped somewhat, but did not
alleviate the pain the way I'm used to when I take Motrin for
cramps.
My test was unsuccessful, as my uterus wouldn't fill with saline.
After
two attempts, we quit. If my doctor desires to repeat the test,
I'll
arrange to be off work the following 24-48 hours. Like I said, not
bad,
but I knew something had been done. Good luck!
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 10:36:14 -0600 (CST)
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From: msoar@pacifier.com (Mo Soar)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Conversion of vaginhal hyst to abdominal
Message-ID: <199812151636.KAA30188@talk.obgyn.net>
At the pre-op visit Monday, my GYN discussed the possibility of
needing
to convert from a vaginal hysterectomy to an abdominal hysterectomy
during surgery because of the location of the uterus (very high).
She
said that normally the uterus begins to come down after surgery
begins
(I'm phrasing this delicately) but if it doesn't we would have to
convert to abdominal. She also said that she's only had to do this
once
in about 8 years of doing vaginal hysterectomies. In the collective
medical net.wisdom, is this an extremely uncommon occurrence or just
a
not common occurrence?
Because we were discussing techincal surgical issues, she also got
out a
plastic model of the female reproductive system and showed me where
all
the ligaments attach, exactly where the cuts would be, how the cuff
would be handled and how everything went back together, which I
thought
was very interesting.
Thanks, Mo
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 11:46:16 -0600 (CST)
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From: babydoc@apex.net (James Connerth MD)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: Traveling By Car During Pregnancy
Message-ID: <199812151746.LAA01050@talk.obgyn.net>
At Mon, 14 Dec 1998, Jamie wrote:
>
>Hello,
>I have checked out the archives and found traveling by airplane..my
>question is I would like to try to get pregnant this month, but I
would
>be 7 1/2 months along if I can make it that far when I would have
to
>travel by car from NY to California...is this too dangerous. My hx
>quickly is a son who is almost 3, than a miscarriage at 14 weeks (2
>years ago), another 6 weeks(1 1/2 years ago..
>Thank you,
>Jamie
Assuming no problems with the pregnancy---stop every 2-4hours to
walk
and empty bladder;would not suggest a nonstop trip;fluids
important;wear
belts.
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 11:53:34 -0600 (CST)
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From: babydoc@apex.net (James Connerth MD)
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: Conversion of vaginhal hyst to abdominal
Message-ID: <199812151753.LAA01553@talk.obgyn.net>
At Tue, 15 Dec 1998, Mo wrote:
>
>At the pre-op visit Monday, my GYN discussed the possibility of
needing
>to convert from a vaginal hysterectomy to an abdominal hysterectomy
>during surgery because of the location of the uterus (very high).
She
>said that normally the uterus begins to come down after surgery
begins
>(I'm phrasing this delicately) but if it doesn't we would have to
>convert to abdominal. She also said that she's only had to do this
once
>in about 8 years of doing vaginal hysterectomies. In the
collective
>medical net.wisdom, is this an extremely uncommon occurrence or
just a
>not common occurrence?
Not common--but can occur.Sounds like you were getting a great preop
discussion.
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 11:57:07 -0600 (CST)
------------------------------
From: babydoc@apex.net (James Connerth MD)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: Menstrual blood color
Message-ID: <199812151757.LAA01691@talk.obgyn.net>
At Tue, 15 Dec 1998, azril wrote:
>
>What might be the problem when menstrual blood color turn to
black/dark
>red ? The cycle is normal and everything else is normal but the
color is
>dirrerent this time .
>
>Thanks and regards
Usually represents old blood--common on BCP cycles;if no pain or
odor
and at expected time--would not worry.
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 12:05:27 -0600 (CST)
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From: babydoc@apex.net (James Connerth MD)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: PID/ENDO CONNECTION
Message-ID: <199812151805.MAA02135@talk.obgyn.net>
At Tue, 15 Dec 1998, yenta wrote:
>
>First, kind drs., let me thank you for your time -- I greatly
appreciate
>it.
>
>Question 1: Is it possible for PID (a severe case causing adhesions
of
>the ovaries to various body parts) to cause Endo? I thought perhaps
the
>scarring and inflamed ovaries could cause bleeding in the pelvic
cavity
>(ie. perhaps ovaries become cystic and bleed as part of the
>inflammatory process due to being tethered).
No real relationship between PID and endometriosis.
------------------------------
Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 13:16:59 -0600 (CST)
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From: mellner@afnetinc.com (mindy)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: i am pregnant
Message-ID: <199812151916.NAA04435@talk.obgyn.net>
I took a pregnancy test this morning and it was positive. My baby
that
I have now is 3 months old today. Will this baby that I am having
now
will it be ok, because I got pregnant so fast? I am so depressed
what do
I do?
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 13:20:52 -0600 (CST)
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From: u1b02527@mail.wvnet.edu (Susan)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: Uterine Fibroids and Treatments Available
Message-ID: <199812151920.NAA04716@talk.obgyn.net>
>Jacqueline wrote:
>>>>I am a 37 year old female who has recently been diagnosed with
fibroids
>>>>(one measuring 5.5 cm and one at 10 cm). My GYN has strongly
>>>>recommended that I schedule a hysterectomy. I would like to
explore ALL
>>>>option available to me.
Check out Uterine Artery Embolization. It is the least invasive
treatment I have heard of, and the fibroids do not grow back, as
they
can after myomectomy. It is performed by an interventional
radiologist.
Look at the website of the SCVIR (professional society of
interventional
radiologists) or search for "uterine artery embolization" with your
browser for more information.
I haven't had this done yet, but if my fibroids get to where they
are
bothering me in a major way, I would definitely consider it first.
You could also decide to do nothing, if your symptoms aren't
bothering
you; that's what I'm doing for now - nothing.
--
Susan
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 13:29:50 -0600
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From: "Mary Shoup" <maryshoup@earthlink.net>
------------------------------
To: <womens-health@obgyn.net>
Subject: Re: i am pregnant
Message-ID: <00f501be2861$4ac7cf20$92c61b26@oemcomputer>
>I took a pregnancy test this morning and it was positive. My baby
that
>I have now is 3 months old today. Will this baby that I am having
now
>will it be ok, because I got pregnant so fast? I am so depressed
what do
>I do?
Hi Mindy,
I can understand your concern. I know several women who have become
pregnant less than three months after delivery and all went on to
have
healthy, full-term babies. Most healthcare providers recommend a
year
between pregnancies so your body has a chance to get "back to
normal" - if
that is *ever* possible :)
Why not call your doctor or midwife and express your concerns. I'm
sure
they would be more than happy to provide you with any information
and
reassurance.
Congratulations on your pregnancy!
Sincerely,
Mary Shoup
Pregnancy & Birth Coordinator
mary.shoup@obgyn.net
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 13:51:02 -0600 (CST)
------------------------------
From: kathy6944@aol.com (Kathy P)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: Ovaries
Message-ID: <199812151951.NAA05553@talk.obgyn.net>
At Mon, 14 Dec 1998, Walter wrote:
>
>If an ovary is removed does that mean that a woman ovulates only
every
>other month or does the the one ovary take over completely like a
lung
>or kidney would? Thanks for any information and please pardon my
>ignorance.
Even though a person who has a lung or kidney removed "survies" (and
does not die), it does not mean that the "qualitiy of life" that
person
had before would be the same.
One ovary can not do the work of two.
------------------------------
Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 18:25:18 +0000 (GMT)
------------------------------
From: stacie <stacielm@yahoo.com>
------------------------------
To: womens-health@obgyn.net
Subject: Re: Ovaries
Message-ID: <19981215182518.5640.rocketmail@send105.yahoomail.com>
I'm not sure but I had my ovary removed when I was 11 and once I
started my cycle it was normal until after I had my son 2 yrs ago.
---Walter <anonymous@obgyn.net> wrote:
>
> If an ovary is removed does that mean that a woman ovulates only
every
> other month or does the the one ovary take over completely like a
lung
> or kidney would? Thanks for any information and please pardon my
> ignorance.
>
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 18:22:00 -0600 (CST)
------------------------------
From: QEZH96A@PRODIGY.COM (SUSAN D'AMBRA)
------------------------------
To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: TRICHOMONOUS
Message-ID: <199812160022.SAA13693@talk.obgyn.net>
I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH TRICHOMONOUS IN JULY 98..BEING UNABLE TO TAKE
THE
DRUG FLAGYL I WAS GIVEN CIPRO 500MG IT DID NOT WORK.ON JULY 31 I WAS
GIVEN DOCICILLIA DID NOT WROK ON AUG 27 GIVEN FLOXIN....SEPT 17
CLEOCIN
VAGINAL CREME...STILL HAVE TRICHOMONOUS..THERE HAS TO BE SOMETHING
BESIDE FLAGYL TO KILL THIS DISEASE. PLEASE HELP..THANKS
--
SUSAN
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 19:31:33 -0600 (CST)
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From: sawlynch@aol.com (Sharon)
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: sigmoidoscopy and endo
Message-ID: <199812160131.TAA14905@talk.obgyn.net>
At Wed, 15 Jul 1998, Ronna wrote:
>
>Is a sigmoidoscopy test enough to tell if endometriosis is involing
the
>colon?I have been experincing bad constipation about a week before
my
>period and get flare ups of hemorroids at times. Is this appt. a
waste
>of my time? I have a lap scheduled for Aug ,to remove endo. (My
last
>lap was 2 1/2 years ago and I dont recall the gyn telling me endo
was
>seen on colon at that time.)
>Thanks for anything you can tell me
>
>--
>Ronna
>
Ronna, I have had severe constipation worse around periods off & on
for
some time. I do have endo envolved in the bowel and last surgery (3
yrs
ago) had bowel surgeon do a sigmoidoscopy and asisted in endo
surgery.
My rectum was attatched to my uterus and pulled up into my back.
Bowel
endo was diagnosed thru this scope I believe that is how they new I
needed both surgeons. I had been symptom free until this yr as
symptoms
have otten worse and now am scheduled for surgury again in Jan.
Follow
up on this as very serious.
Sharon
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 21:03:43 -0600 (CST)
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From: donicaep@ou.edu (elizabeth)
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: medical terms?
Message-ID: <199812160303.VAA18958@talk.obgyn.net>
I was reading a report of a childbirth. What does "60-70% effaced
and
-1" mean? What is "+1 station"? Thanks.
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 19:24:04 -0800
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From: "Marna D. E. Gatlin" <baloo@teleport.com>
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To: <womens-health@obgyn.net>,
Subject: RE: medical terms?
Message-ID: <002401be28a3$882d4100$700d1ad8@dopey>
effacement means how thin your cervix is. When your cervix is 100%
effaced
it means it has stretched as thin as it is supposed to and it also
is a
process of dilation.
If you can imagine your babies head kind if floating -1 station
means it's
floating above the pelvis, and O station means the babies head is
engaged
and on the pelvis and +1 means that the baby is also engaged and
preparing
to pass through the birth canal:)
Hope this helps:)
Marna Gatlin
Doula
-----Original Message-----
From: womens-health@obgyn.net [mailto:womens-health@obgyn.net]On
Behalf
Of elizabeth
Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 1998 7:05 PM
To: Multiple recipients of list
Subject: medical terms?
I was reading a report of a childbirth. What does "60-70% effaced
and
-1" mean? What is "+1 station"? Thanks.
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 21:26:39 -0600 (CST)
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From: mellner@afnetinc.com (mindy)
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: ?????
Message-ID: <199812160326.VAA19618@talk.obgyn.net>
Can you have HGG in your system and still not be pregnant? How long
does
it take for the HGG to get out of your system after you have a baby?
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 21:41:53 -0600 (CST)
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From: castlek@nantucket.net (rose )
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: ovarian cyst pain
Message-ID: <199812160341.VAA20219@talk.obgyn.net>
I was diagnosed in 5/98 with two left ovarian cysts,one
bleeding.Together they were 10cm.I was put on Demulen 1/50
monophasic bc
pill, and by 9/98, the bleeding cyst was gone, and the other had
shrunk
to fivecm. When I refilled my pills I was given the generic Demulen
called Zovia, and am now having pain again.The cyst is back up to 7
cm
and an ultrasound showed leaked fluid. I am back on Demulen and
hope it
works again, but this time I'm also having painful bowel
movements/gas.
This problem started one month after I went off bc pills.Has anyone
else
had an ovarian cyst appear after going off bc pills (I'm convinced
this
is the cause),and has Zovia caused problems for anyone?I had
spotting,
mood swings, and the cyst worsened after changing from Demulen to
Zovia.
Also, any pointers on avoiding a lap? Thanks.
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Date: Tue, 15 Dec 1998 21:44:35 -0600 (CST)
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From: barbara.nesbitt@obgyn.net (Barbara Nesbitt, Editor)
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To: WOMENS-HEALTH@OBGYN.net
Subject: Re: i am pregnant
Message-ID: <199812160344.VAA20346@talk.obgyn.net>
Dear Mindy,
I know you aare ansious about this and are freightened but I do
think
the best thing you can do for yourself right now it go to the doctor
and
find out for Sure what the situation is. I have no firm answer
about
the OTC pregency test but I am sure sometimes they must have a false
positive.
The little one you have now needs a Mom that isNot ansious and
scared so
take the time to get this confirmed one way or the other.
I have many friends that had babies within a year of each other. It
was
Not easy but they were very close to each other as they grew up.
Well I do think the Best Thing is to find out for sure before we
make
ourself sick with worry.
Take care of yourself. Keep us informed and I promise we will be
here
for you whichever way this turns out.
Barbara
At Tue, 15 Dec 1998, mindy wrote:
>
>I took a pregnancy test this morning and it was positive. My baby
that
>I have now is 3 months old today. Will this baby that I am having
now
>will it be ok, because I got pregnant so fast? I am so depressed
what do
>I do?
--
Barbara Nesbitt
Editor, OBGYN.net
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