Women's Health Forum | Womens Healthcare Topics

bringumylove on migraine pain

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:08:56 -0400

I’m sorry you feel my pain. Anyway, first off, what’s your pain reliever? Mine are Tylenol (for regular attacks) and fioricet (for the heavier ones). Both are available in any pharmacy out there. One tip I can give you is know your migraine triggers. Then avoid them. Say if your trigger is a certain type of food, avoid eating it. That’ll surely help.

happyhair on migraine pain

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 01:50:29 -0400

I was just diagnosed of having migraine. No wonder they’re very painful and lasts longer. For the other migraine sufferers out there, can you please share anything that you do to take care of the pain? Thanks.

James Brann, MD on Light, frequent periods?

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:47:17 -0400

It is not normal to have a peroid every two weeks. Don't be concerned, it is a common problem. Usually a few cycles of birth control pills will spread your peroids back out. Make sure you see your Gyn.

Alaria on Light, frequent periods?

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:40:16 -0400

I've always had a fairly short (~3-3.5 weeks) cycle, but in the past few months I've been getting my period every 16-18 days. I've always had very light periods as well, typically just 2 days of moderate bleeding and no cramping or other discomfort. Is this something to be concerned about? I'm 21 years old and have never been on contraceptives.

melinalt on Pregnancy and Tummy Tuck

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:51:47 -0400

Thanks for your reply doc but I am not seeing "the top of the uterus pushing the right side of my abdomen". As a matter of fact, only my upper belly/stomach keep growing "fatly", not like a pregnant belly, it seems like a regular fat/deformed belly while my lower belly stays very fit and hard (no bump what so ever) .

It can not be related to weight gaining because I am not even eating properly due to the extrem sickness.

I am now 15 weeks 2 days.

Sorry about this but I am very concerned.

James Brann, MD on Pregnancy and Tummy Tuck

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:37:16 -0400

melinalt said:

I am 37 years old, mother of a 15 years old son.

I had a tummy tuck three years ago and today, at 14 weeks pregnant with my second baby, my belly has been growing very weird.

For the first three months the upper side of my stomach grew a lot, seems like all my guts/intestine/stomack were pushed up, making me very sick all the time, but the lower part of my belly stays flat.

Everywhere I read about pregnancy week 13/14 it says that my belly should be showing a little bump but it is not my case. Only the upper side of my stomach is growing deformedly and the lower part stays fit and hard.

I am concern that my muscle won't stretch enough to allow the baby to grow normal.

Please advise.

I have no concern about the normal growth of your baby after a “tummy tuck”. The uterus about 14 weeks will favor a right sided lie and you may just be seeing the top of the uterus (fundus) pushing the right side of your abdomen. Doc

melinalt on Pregnancy and Tummy Tuck

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:39:44 -0400

I am 37 years old, mother of a 15 years old son.

I had a tummy tuck three years ago and today, at 14 weeks pregnant with my second baby, my belly has been growing very weird.

For the first three months the upper side of my stomach grew a lot, seems like all my guts/intestine/stomack were pushed up, making me very sick all the time, but the lower part of my belly stays flat.

Everywhere I read about pregnancy week 13/14 it says that my belly should be showing a little bump but it is not my case. Only the upper side of my stomach is growing deformedly and the lower part stays fit and hard.

I am concern that my muscle won't stretch enough to allow the baby to grow normal.

Please advise.

jennyhicks on Body Type Diets

Thu, 21 May 2009 03:44:09 -0400

Yes, I think matching a diet to s specific body type is essential. How many times do you hear of a woman who has tried dieting for years with no progression but then tries a new diet and it works.

James Brann, MD on Handling the Mid-Life Crisis - Promoting Personal Growth

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:13:34 -0400

Sexual dysfunction is a problem that can affect women of any age at any time and is also part of the Mid-Life Crisis. Women who are between the ages of 35 to 65 however are more likely to suffer from sexual dysfunction. It is at this time of life that women describe a pattern of sexual response that is perceived as a problem by the woman and/or her sexual partner.

If you are suffering from sexual dysfunction, the good news is there are many treatments that may prove beneficial. Many effective non-pharmacological interventions are available that may improve sexual dysfunction. In some women, medications may be tried if the nonpharmacologic interventions do not help achieve sexual satisfaction. Doc

James Brann, MD on Signs and Symptoms of Menopause

Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:54:50 -0400

The average age at onset for most women is between the ages of 50 to 52. Many women however will begin experiencing the signs and symptoms of menopause several years prior to actual menopause.

Menopause will affect women in a number of different ways. Many women experience physical changes that may be attributed to hormonal fluctuations that occur in the body during this time. Some of the most common changes include:

Hot flashes
Flushing
Night Sweats
Mood changes
Decreased libido
Vaginal Dryness

James Brann, MD on Body Type Diets

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:41:28 -0400

Why do so many diets fail? It's not just one reason, but several. Diet regimes are frequently inconvenient, restrictive, and literally leave a bad taste in people's mouths. How likely are you to stay on your diet if you keep running into obstacles? One diet plan does not fit all, so finding a diet for your body type will help you lose the pounds and be better for you than the latest trendy diets. You are what you eat!

Pick the diet plan that fits you, don't make yourself fit the diet plan. You will be able to stick to the regime and successfully lose the pounds, lower your cholesterol, and maintain your health.
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James Brann, MD on Handling the Mid-Life Crisis - Promoting Personal Growth

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:18:14 -0400

Most of us have an inner child. Your inner child may surface multiple times during your mid-life crisis. You may feel impulsive and dissatisfied with the ordinary life. Not sure if you might be going through a mid life crisis? Ask yourself the following:

Are you bored with your life?
Do you find your job mundane and constantly seek new ways to find a thrill on the job?
Are you bored with your personal or family life?
Do you feel like you are constantly searching for something to fulfill you?
Do you feel burdened and unchallenged?
Do you feel discontent with portions of your life even though they once made you happy?
Do you often feel adventurous and the need to try something very different?
Do you feel confused about the direction your life is going?

If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, you may be experiencing a mid-life crisis. Now don’t panic. Just because you are having a mid-life crisis doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t love your family, you or even job for that matter. You may need however to invest some time in yourself and start looking out for new possibilities in your life. You also need a reminder to look at the positive aspects of life. Here are some steps you can take to overcome a midlife crisis without doing something crazy.

(Handling the Mid-Life Crisis - Promoting Personal Growth)