Question 1

Is it okay to use saliva as a lubricant during sex or masturbation? I'm just wondering if there are any health concerns or risks I should be aware of.

Accepted Answer

Using saliva as a lubricant during sex or masturbation is not recommended as it can increase the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, herpes, and gonorrhea, and may also cause vaginal or anal irritation, yeast infections, or other infections; instead, opt for water-based or silicone-based lubricants

Question 2

I'm a 29-year-old woman trying to conceive and I've been married for 3 years Now I have irregular periods since I first got them at 14 I've been taking different kinds of medicines before getting married to try and make them regular After marriage, I started seeing a family gynecologist and then switched to an infertility clinic Usually, I get my periods after taking Regesterone for 10 days and they come about 3 or 4 days after stopping the pills and last for 4 days of full flow This time, there was only slight bleeding for a day at the end of September after starting my period in late August, no full flow like usual recently I was prescribed a low dose of Thyronorm because of high anti-thyroid antibodies and didn't take Estrogen or Progesterone this cycle Could it be the Thyroxine affecting my period or is it because I didn't use the Progesterone pills really confused about what's going on

Accepted Answer

kindly check your thyroid profile.
these can also occur in pcod of ovaries.
is your usg abdomen normal?

Question 3

I've got my beta hCG value at 149,449 during 6 weeks and 6 days, and my early scan at 4 weeks and 3 days showed a gestational sac and yolk sac. The doctor said to come back on the 20th for a heartbeat check. I'm worried if my hCG level is too highcould that be a problem? Any advice?

Accepted Answer

Sudden loose motions can be uncomfortable.

_Sestil AD_

1. _Anti-diarrheal medication_: Sestil AD contains loperamide, which helps slow down bowel movements and reduce frequency.
2. _Dosage and duration_: Follow the recommended dosage (usually 2-4 capsulesday) and consult your doctor if symptoms persist beyond 2-3 days.

_Additional Remedies_

1. _Stay hydrated_: Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broths, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or oral rehydration solutions.
2. _Bland diet_: Opt for a bland diet of bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast (BRAT diet) until symptoms subside.
3. _Probiotics_: Consider taking probiotics, like Lactobacillus acidophilus or Bifidobacterium bifidum, to help maintain gut health.

_When to Seek Medical Attention_

1. _Severe diarrhea_: If you experience more than 6-8 loose motions in 24 hours.
2. _Vomiting or blood in stool_: If you vomit or notice blood in your stool.
3. _Fever or abdominal pain_: If you have a fever above 101.5F (38.6C) or severe abdominal pain.
4. _Persistent symptoms_: If your symptoms last longer than 3-4 days.

Emeset (Ondansetron) can be used in pregnancy but should be done so under careful medical supervision. If she continues to experience discomfort, it's essential to contact her healthcare provider for possible medication adjustment or a safer alternative.

More Obstetrics & Gynaecology Health Queries

Is it okay to use saliva as a lubricant during sex or masturbation? I'm just wondering if there are any health concerns or risks I should be aware of.

I've got my beta hCG value at 149,449 during 6 weeks and 6 days, and my early scan at 4 weeks and 3 days showed a gestational sac and yolk sac. The doctor said to come back on the 20th for a heartbeat check. I'm worried if my hCG level is too highcould that be a problem? Any advice?

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