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How can I regularize my periods to get pregnant?
Query: HelIo doctor, I have been diagnosed with PCOD and endometriosis suffering from irregular bleeding which does not seem to stop. I saw a gynecologist last month, she happens to be my regular doctor. I am also planning to conceive so she gave me certain medications that would help me to plan. But the... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The PCOD (polycystic ovary disease) is confirmed by ultrasound transvaginal and there is a presence of a small fibroid as well in the posterior wall of the uterus along with a left ovarian endometriotic cyst. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This sim... Read Full »
I take DHEA and Ubiquinol pills. Will it affect birth pills?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 39. RE has me on 600 mg Ubiquinol and 75 mg of DHEA daily due to poor egg quality. However, I am also on birth control pills due to bad endometriosis. Will the DHEA and Ubiquinol still work while on the pill? I have had two failed IVF cycles. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. How are you doing? Birth control pills are a combination of estrogen and progesterone hormones. They just prevent the ovulation and have no effects on the actions of the DHEA and Ubiquinol. You can have them both at the same time. If I may advise, you already have ... Read Full »
What does CA-125 level 638 indicate?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 34 year old female, and I am suffering from severe pain and heavy bleeding every month, during my periods. I need to take painkillers to feel fine, and sometimes, it does not work. My recent medical report shows that I have endometriosis and cysts on both of my ovaries. But, I am s... Read Full »
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Bhattacharyya
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are few conditions where CA-125 (cancer antigen 125) remains elevated. Some of them are cancerous and some of them benign. Endometriosis is a benign condition, where CA-125 remains high. So, that is the reason for your high CA-125. IVF (in vitro fertilizati... Read Full »
I have difficulty in having sex due to pain in vagina. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have difficulty in having sex because there is a pain in the vagina. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Pain during sex can be caused by many reasons. You have not mentioned much about your problems and symptoms. The information given by you was too general. So you need to find the cause. It can be due to poor lubrication during foreplay, so you need to spend some time duri... Read Full »
I have endometriosis. Which birth control method is the best?
Query: Hi doctor, My periods will last usually for five days on average. It hurts tremendously even with pain medication and birth control. I would get horrible periods since I was about 12 years. In my 15 years age, I used to vomit on the first day of my period, but vomiting stopped in the past two years.... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Both pills and IUD (intrauterine device) have their own advantages and disadvantages. If you are thinking of switching from hormonal pills to IUD only because of complications like weight gain and mood swing, then think twice. Studies have failed to demonstrate these co... Read Full »
I feel pressure on my lower right abdomen. What could it be?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female. I have had pressure or weight on my lower right abdomen for around a year. That side of my body hurts during every other period like it is alternating with my ovaries. There was no pain in the beginning but, more recently, my menstrual cramps have become wor... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. Mild discomfort during menstruation is normal because you are shedding the inner layer of the uterus with blood. So, that is not an abnormality, and every female gets it. If your CT (computed tomography) is... Read Full »
I have adenomyosis and am trying to conceive. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 38-year-old female. Trying for conception since eight years of marriage. Before three months I have been diagnosed with adenomyosis and both ovaries endometrioma I did laparoscopy and hysteroscopy for the same in the month of may and after that they put me on conjugated estrogen... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Let me start by saying that, as your doctor said, pregnancy is the best solution for all these problems. I do not see any need for bed rest. If BP reading is regular, try to reduce and gradually stop the medicine. Reports of infertility workup are missing. Have your ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, After my first child, I was diagnosed with endometriosis and developed painful periods and cramps. I underwent several laparoscopic removals, but endometriosis had developed on my bladder and bowel and could not be removed. After my second child, the pain became so severe that I had ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. . You have many factors contributing to your weight gain. Your ovary was removed, and the other ovary has PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). Both of these cause insulin resistance leading to weight gain. Beside... Read Full »
I recently had sexual activity. Is it safe to go for a surgery?
Query: Hello doctor,I had intercourse yesterday, and the condom broke. I am scheduled for laparoscopic surgery tomorrow for endometriosis, during which my Mirena IUD will be changed. Is it safe to proceed with the IUD change considering the recent sexual activity, or could there be any potential risks or c... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I am sorry to hear about the condom breaking during your recent sexual activity. While it is generally considered safe to undergo IUD replacement during laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis, it is crucial to adhere to your healthcare pr... Read Full »
My girlfriend has pain while having sex. What could be the reason?
Query: Hello doctor, My girlfriend is 24 years old. After having sex, my girlfriend's vagina usually hurts when we have sex after a duration of one month. She is usually aroused and tells me when she is ready for penetration. I do not understand why it hurts her when being penetrated at the start of the ac... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. There could be two reasons for the pain, 1. Pelvic Inflammatory disease (PID) - vaginal infection is transmitted during sex, so both have to be treated at a time or else you will get infected next time of sex. You may hav... Read Full »