Question 1

I'm dealing with some menstrual issues and it's been bothering me. My last period was on February 11th, and now it's March and I'm late. I've been feeling some symptoms like lower abdominal pain and backache for the past five days, and I'm not usually late like this. I'm getting a bit worried since I don't have a history of late periods. What could be going on?

Accepted Answer

Homeopathy can be a supportive treatment for OCD, but its effectiveness varies from person to person.

Some homeopathic remedies like Argentum nitricum, Arsenic album, and Pulsatilla are believed to help alleviate OCD symptoms.

However, the recovery time with homeopathy can be lengthy, often taking several months to a few years.

In your case, despite 5 years of homeopathic treatment, you didn't experience significant improvement, which is not uncommon.

Allopathic treatments, such as SSRIs, can be more effective for OCD, as you've experienced.

It's essential to work with a qualified healthcare professional to determine the best treatment approach for your OCD.

Question 2

Can you have PCOS but still have regular periods? My ultrasound just mentioned I have bilateral polycystic ovaries, not PCOS or PCOD. What does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Bilateral polycystic ovaries, also known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), is a hormonal condition that affects the ovaries. It occurs when the ovaries produce too many androgens, which are hormones that prevent follicles from maturing and releasing eggs. This results in the ovaries becoming enlarged and containing many small cysts. 
PCOS is a common condition that affects women of reproductive age. Symptoms include:
Irregular or missed periods
Excess hair growth
Acne
Weight gain
Darkening of the skin
Skin tags
Thinning hair

Question 3

I've been experiencing something after my abortion and I'm kind of worried. I had bleeding from June 2nd to June 12th and it gradually decreased. Now, I'm having a white discharge. It doesn't smell at all, there's no pain or itching, and it doesn't look like curd. I feel perfectly fine. But I'm curious, is it normal to have white discharge after an abortion? And sometimes, I notice a mucus-like thing coming out, similar to when you have a cold and mucus comes out of your nose. Is this something I should be concerned about?

Accepted Answer

consult gynecologist for radiological examination of uterus

How many pads a day is normal?

A very rough estimate would be four or five pads, assuming that you're getting at least the recommended 7 hours of sleep at night.

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