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  5. I'm just a bit worried here. My girlfriend and I had unprotected sex last night, and we read somewhere that eating papaya can help prevent pregnancy. She had some about 20 hours after we did it. Is there any truth to this? Can papaya actually help in preventing pregnancy?

I'm just a bit worried here. My girlfriend and I had unprotected sex last night, and we read somewhere that eating papaya can help prevent pregnancy. She had some about 20 hours after we did it. Is there any truth to this? Can papaya actually help in preventing pregnancy?

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I'm just a bit worried here. My girlfriend and I had unprotected sex last night, and we read somewhere that eating papaya can help prevent pregnancy. She had some about 20 hours after we did it. Is there any truth to this? Can papaya actually help in preventing pregnancy?

Exercising with an Anal Fissure _Possible Benefits_ 1. _Increased blood flow_: Exercise can improve blood circulation, promoting healing and reducing pain. 2. _Relaxation and stress relief_: Regular physical activity can help manage stress, which may contribute to anal fissure symptoms. _Precautions and Considerations_ 1. _Avoid exacerbating activities_: Steer clear of exercises that may worsen the fissure, such as: - Heavy lifting or bending - High-impact activities (e.g., running, jumping) - Exercises that put direct pressure on the anal area (e.g., squats, lunges) 2. _Choose low-impact exercises_: Opt for low-impact activities that promote relaxation and don't exacerbate the fissure: - Yoga - Swimming - Cycling - Brisk walking 3. _Listen to your body_: If you experience increased pain or discomfort during or after exercise, stop immediately and consult your doctor. _Consult Your Doctor_ Before resuming exercise, consult your doctor to: 1. _Assess fissure severity_: Determine the extent of the fissure and any potential complications. 2. _Discuss safe exercises_: Get personalized guidance on exercises that are safe for your condition. 3. _Develop a treatment plan_: Work with your doctor to create a comprehensive treatment plan, including exercise, diet, and medication (if necessary).

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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I've taken abortion pills, and about 30 days after having sex, I started bleeding like my normal period. But then after 10 days, I had pain for 3 days, and the bleeding started again. Now it's been bleeding for more than 10 days. What should I do?

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Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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I'm really worried because every time I get pregnant, I end up having a miscarriage. I'm wondering if this will keep happening. I've seen several gynecologists, but none of them can pinpoint why this is occurring. I also had two ectopic pregnancies o...

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Last updated on 25 Jul 2025

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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...

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Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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I'm wondering if it's safe to have sex while my wife is 18 weeks pregnant. Some of my friends say its fine, but I want to make sure. Can you let me know if there are any risks or things we should be careful about at this stage?

visit General physician for evaluation ana management

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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