I've got a 12cm fibroid in my uterus, and Im really worried about having to go through surgery. Are there any medicines or other treatments out there that could help shrink it instead?

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yes there are medicines to reduce size and symptoms

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My wife had a c-section a month ago but still has pain and swelling around the stitches. Is this normal or should we be worried? What can we do to help her heal faster and are there any medicines that might help with the recovery?

It's understandable to be concerned about pain and swelling around the C-section incision, even a month after surgery. While some pain and swelling are normal, it's crucial to monitor for signs of infection. Seek immediate medical attention if there's increasing pain, redness, swelling, or discharge from the incision, or if your wife develops a fever

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I'm 21 and really unhappy with my flat chest it makes me so insecure. Are there safe, natural ways to increase breast size without surgery? I want something fast but with no side effects.

Nothing to worry it is physiological.

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Can stress truly cause a woman to get her period 2?

Yes

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