Hey everyone!
I'll do my best to answer any questions shot at me, but my strengths are in healthcare. I'm 25 y/o not married, full-time student and bartender. I also have epilepsy, so if anyone has questions about that or dealing with a chronic disorder, I'll always listen :)
E-mail: SuperFilly@aol.com
Gender: Female
Location: Northern Illinois
Occupation: Full time student and bartender
Age: 25
Member Since: June 11, 2009
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I'm 20 and my mother passed away 5 years ago from breast cancer so breast cancer definitely runs in the family (I heard it was genetic).
I have a few lumps on one breast that don't feel right and I'm afraid that it is cancerous tumors inside my breast tissue. I don't have money to go to billions of doctors just for breast cancer screenings. I heard there are places that you can go that will freely test you for breast cancer. Does anyone know where they are or what the organizations who do free breast cancer screenings are called? (link)
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1st, I am very sorry for your loss.
2nd, I'm very happy for you that you're taking a proactive role in your health. Some people wouldn't and it takes alot of strength to do what you are doing.
3rd, yes there are places http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/NBCCEDP/
This is a link for the Centers for Disease Control. There are places where screenings are given. Search the site for a place near you.
Good Luck
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I haven't had sex with very many people at all, and I've been with my boyfriend for over a year now. I am 7 months pregnant and my vagina has been sore so I went to the doctor today and he noticed this little white bump on my vagina.
There's only 2 little white bumps on my vagina, but the doctor made it seem like I have herpes! He did the swab/scrap test and I just have to wait now for the results.
I'm just thinking there's not possible way that I have herpes, right? I've been tested for it three times after my ex boyfriend, because he was with a lot of people before me. I also KNOW my current boyfriend has NOT cheated on me at all. I looked up information about herpes and white bumps on vagina and a lot of the sites say it's just not herpes or whatever I think, but my doctor was just SO sure about it sounded really scary.
I'm just asking...should I confront my doctor about this and tell him he was being mean by saying I have herpes? I mean, I just KNOW I don't have herpes and he's going on and on about the white bumps on my vagina having to be herpes and how we need to be "especially cautious" since I am pregnant and plan to have my baby vaginally. He's sooo stupid and I'm so mad that he would say I have herpes! (link)
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It's understandable that you are upset.
It sounds like you did the right thing by going to the doctor right away.
Unfortunetly for you your doctor has poor bedside manner. However, he isn't necessarily wrong though about the Herpes. Herpes is one of those nasty STDs that can lie dormant in the human body for weeks, months, or even years. Right now it the worst part.... waiting. The final result will be from the swab test no matter what a jerk your doctor may have been, the test won't lie. And yes, you do have to be especially cautious with a vaginal delivery.
As for your doctor's attitude, you can definetly confront him. It's your right as a patient to tell your doctor how your feeling and you also have the right to be treated with dignity. It might be a good idea to write down how your feeling and what your issues are with him. Right now it seems as if you're very upset, so it's probably not the best time to confront him. When the results come back, have your list and sit down with him and make him listen. Calmly and respectfully tell him you didn't appreciate the way he made you feel. Keep you're temper and emotions in check. I know this is easier said than done (TRUST ME! I KNOW!), but the more upset you get the less that gets accomplished and the more stress goes to the baby.
Hope it helps
Good Luck
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It burns when I pee and I am peeing a lot more than usual for me. It started a few weeks ago and sometimes it doesn't burn as much but when it does it is really annoying and uncomfortable. I've been sexually active and I read somewhere online that it could be a sign of a STD. I've been with a lot of people and some were just hookups at parties and stuff. :\ (I know, I know...it was really stupid of me to have those hook ups!) So, a STD could be a reason why I have these burning sensations but I don't know for sure or anything because I haven't ever gone to a doctor (gynecologist?). I don't want to tell my mom because this is really embarrassing and I don't want her to be mad at me if it is serious.
What do I do? (link)
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I'm not going to lecture, because I did it once too, but BE CAREFUL. From the little information given, it might be as mild as a UTI (urinary tract infection) or early signs of an STD. Try drinking some acidic juices to alleviate some of the symptoms (cranberry juice works best) but go to the doctor. You don't necessarily have to see a OB/GYN but your local health department can probably help you. If you are over the age of 14 (USUALLY that's the youngest) they won't tell your parents if you ask them not too, but check first, it differs from state to state. THey are also very inexpensive.
Also: if you are sexually active 1st use a condom! It really isn't all that different, and it keeps you safe.
2nd, try and pee after sex. If you are female, males can have bacteria on their penis than can be pushed into the vagina during intercourse. Peeing after sex can help wash away any bacteria at the enterance of the urethra.
Good Luck
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Are there any STDs that don't show signs or symptoms after you've contracted it/them? I know about HIV or AIDs or whatever not showing up for awhile but that's the only thing I heard about (and I don't even know if THAT is true). Also, how long does it take for symptoms of STDs to show usually? (link)
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I am a 25 yr old nursing student who just gave an extensive presentation on STDs, so I promise you I'm not giving you bogus advice. The basic answer is yes, there are a number of STDs that don't have any symptoms or their symptoms are so vauge they can often go unnoticed. If you are a female, it's very possible to get either chlamydia or syphillis and not have any symptoms at all, until it's too late and you become infertile. Being a male,it's also possible, but there is usually a nasty discharge that's a telltale sign. A great source for more information is your county health department. Not only will they give you more information on specific STDs but they also test for STDs for cheap. HIV/AIDS (which are different) can lie dormant for up to six years, that is VERY true. If it's still too embarassing to talk to someone, Google specific STDs or Google top STDs in the nation to get the basics. Good luck to you.
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