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Malpositioned IUD after post-placental insertion

Question: "D" had a Mirena IUD placed at the time of Cesarean section. At her 6-week visit, the strings could not be visualized; so, her...

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Abnormal gush of blood with an IUD in place

Question: Hi I’ve had a coil fitted for nearly 6 years and I’ve just lost a large amount of jelly like brown discharge. Is this normal...

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The withdrawal method before QuickStart of an IUD or implant

Is the withdrawal method considered a reliable method if used consistently and correctly?

I missed some pills and my period is late.

Question: I’ve been on my birth control pills for 6 months. Taken every night at 9pm. I missed my birth control for 2 days 3 weeks ago...

Postmenopausal Bleeding

Question: "I am 45 years old recently menopausal based on no periods for 18 months and confirmation by labs. I recently was having pelvic...

Abnormal gush of blood with an IUD in place

Question: Hi I’ve had a coil fitted for nearly 6 years and I’ve just lost a large amount of jelly like brown discharge. Is this normal...

Vaginal “smegma?”

Is it normal for women to have "smegma" of sorts on their clitoris or the lips sometimes as a form of discharge?

My vaginal discharge is “normal,” but bothers me.

I have discharge that is brownish. I have gotten it checked and doctors said it's normal and that I just have more discharge than others.

Birth control pill and breastfeeding

Which birth control pill would I recommend for breastfeeding moms who want to keep their milk supplies up and avoid staining/spotting?

Vaginal Odor?

You think your vagina smells bad? Is it really the case? If so, how do you fix it?

Lost Birth Control Pill?

You lost one of your birth control pills and took the next one in the pack? Will it affect your cycle?

Yeast Cream and Vaginal Ring

When my doctor gave me the vaginal ring for birth control, she said something about not using yeast cream. I think I have a yeast infection.

Is the morning after pill an abortion?

The condom broke last night and I would like to take the morning after pill, but I heard it causes abortion. I’m not sure what to do.

Taking a Break from The Pill

I’m 31 years old and I’ve been on the pill for 10 years. Should I go off to give my body a break?

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