Is There A Cure For Gonorrhea? The answer is yes. Antibiotics such as cefpodoxime, ceftriaxone and fluoroquinolones kill Gonorrhea. Pregnant women and those under the age of 18 should not be given fluoroquinolones.
In many cases gonorrhea has no symptoms at all. Up to 80% of women and 10 percent of men with gonorrhea show no symptoms. Many are not aware that they are even infected until the condition starts to generate symptoms after a long period of time.
When symptoms do occur, they may begin one to 14 days after infection but in many cases weeks or even months later.
When women have Gonorrhea the symptoms they experience include:
When men have Gonorrhea the symptoms they experience include:
The Symptoms of gonorrhea in both sexes are known as gonococcal urethritis. In many ways they are like those of Chlamydia. As the symptoms in men only usually appear early in the day and are mild in nature, men don’t realise the danger or even suspect that they have Gonorrhea.
The condition is spread by vaginal, anal, and oral intercourse. Gonorrhea is also passed from mother to fetus in many cases.
Gonorrhea is spread by people who don’t use condoms, those who have a number of different partners and those whose partners have other partners.
Both men and women fail to consult their doctor even when they suspect they may have a problem simply because of the stigma of having a STD. This is a big mistake as long term Gonorrhea can have serious effects on both men and women.
Home tests are now available to detect the condition which cut out the embarrassment of visiting a doctor. If the test proves positive you should visit your doctor immediately.
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Can vaginal itching be a addtional symptom of gonorrhea?
I thought I had a yeast infectation so I treated it; however it did not go away, I read the symptoms of gonorrhea and unusual mentral cycles were listed as a symptom, i have been having really periods for at least four months however the itching is new could it be that I have gonorrhea?
The only for sure way to know is to get checked.
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Miscarriage is heartbreaking. It may help to know what causes miscarriages and what are simply miscarriage myths.
Miscarriage occurs fairly frequently, and is always emotionally hard to deal with. Often grief and guilt intermingle. Help emotional healing by learning what causes miscarriages and what are miscarriage myths!
What is a miscarriage?
Miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy in the first twenty weeks of pregnancy. Approximately fifteen percent of known pregnancies end in miscarriage. However, many women who don’t know that they are pregnant also miscarry. Signs of miscarriage include: vaginal bleeding or spotting; Pain of cramping in your abdomen or lower back; tissue or fluid passing through your vagina. However, bleeding and spotting often happen during the first trimester of pregnancy and doesn’t necessarily indicate a miscarriage.
Causes of Miscarriage
50 – 70% of miscarriages happen because the fetus is not developing properly. While the Embryo’s cells divide and multiply there are often mistakes that occur by chance. These developmental mistakes cause genetic problems and may end in miscarriage. These problems are not inherited from the parents, but result from genetic abnormalities in the fertilized egg.
Sometimes the mother’s health problems can cause miscarriage. Conditions such as uterus and cervix problems, blood clotting difficulties, and infections can cause miscarriages Also, general medical diseases such as thyroid disease and uncontrolled diabetes can cause miscarriage.
Miscarriage Myths
Medical miscarriage myths include that x-rays during pregnancy can result in miscarriages of birth defects. Actually a little radiation will not hurt the mother or the baby. However, when a pregnant woman takes x-rays, she should alert the x-ray technician so that he can take proper precautions. Another miscarriage myth is that nausea or vomiting in the first trimester can cause miscarriage. Also an injury is not likely to cause miscarriage, unless it is bad enough to threaten your own life.
A common miscarriage myth is that routine activities, like lifting heavy objects, exercise, working or having sex can cause miscarriages. Another miscarriage myth is that stress and shocks cause miscarriages. For example the fright of a car accident or bad news such as a loved one’s death, etc, will not cause miscarriages.
What real factors increase the risks of miscarriage?
The risk of miscarriage is higher in women who have had two or more miscarriages. Having one miscarriage does not raise the statistical risk of having a second. Women with chronic health conditions, such as diabetes or thyroid conditions are also in a higher risk category. Women over 35 years old run a higher risk than younger women. Interestingly, women whose partners are over 40 years old also run a higher risk of miscarriage.
Uterine abnormalities an unusually short or weak cervix may increase the risks of miscarriage. There is also suspicion that miscarriage and caffeine consumption may be connected. This has not been proven, but some doctors do recommend avoiding caffeine during the first three months of pregnancy. Smoking alcohol and illegal drugs all increase the likelihood of miscarriage. In addition, a few prenatal genetic tests, involve a small risk of miscarriage.
Can a miscarriage be prevented?
In most cases, one cannot do anything to prevent a miscarriage. Try to take good care of yourself. Get tested for gynecological infections and anemia. Try to eat properly so the body gets all of the nutrients that the mother and baby need. Get enough rest and make sure to see your doctor on schedule. Avoid risk factors such as drinking alcohol and smoking. If you have a chronic health condition, work with your doctors to keep it stable.
If you have vaginal bleeding or pain or cramping in you lower back or abdomen, consult your doctor immediately. The doctor may do tests. If you are bleeding but your cervix has not begun to dilate, you may be fine. If however, you are bleeding, the uterus is contacting and your cervix is dilated, it probably can’t be stopped.
Recovering from miscarriage
Biological recovery may take anywhere from a few hours to a few weeks. Your period should return within one and a half months.
Emotional healing may take a long time. Miscarriage is a major loss. Don’t blame yourself and remember that the miscarriage myths are just myths. Give yourself as much time as you need to get over your loss. Eventually you can accept the loss.
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How long do you bleed after a miscarriage?
I am pretty sure I had a miscarriage mid last week and I am still bleeding and having some cramps. Is this normal?
First of all I would like to say I am SO sorry for your loss.
I would depend on how far along you are.
I bled for a week almost like a long period. I heard it is okay to bleed for a couple of weeks. If any longer you should check with your doctor to make sure all is going well. Sometimes a woman needs a D&C.
If you need additional support or want to talk more you can visit this message board I set up for women who have had a pregnancy or infant loss. Right now our membership is small but we are loving, knowledgeable, and we now how to have fun (when appropriate).
http://alovingjourney.freeforums.org/
The Facts on Miscarriages (Getting Pregnant #6)
Ectopic pregnancy is not a normal pregnancy. In ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg does not implant in the uterus, but in the outside tissues. In most cases, it implants in the fallopian tube.
Chances of ectopic pregnancy increases with age, fallopian tube surgery, or pelvic inflammatory disease, however a vaginal ultrasound and scan or ELISA (urinary test) can successfully diagnose it.
Although, ectopic pregnancy needs immediate medical attention, death is rare in such condition, since early detection in first trimester of the pregnancy period is possible for it. After detection, treatment can be done with injection methotrexate, or laprosopic or laprotomy surgery.
Monitoring Symptoms
There are different symptoms for ectopic pregnancy. Woman with an ectopic pregnancy at times have abdominal or pelvic pain, dizziness, low blood pressure, and vaginal bleeding. Hormones levels of the pregnant woman need to be checked, if you suspect an ectopic pregnancy.
The hormone HCG is higher in a normal pregnancy in comparison to ectopic pregnancy. However, the progesterone hormone tends to be lower. To monitor the hormone levels, doctors ask the patients to get their blood tests done on a daily basis for a few days. To check internal bleeding an ultrasound is also advised by the doctors.
Treatment
Good news is that ectopic pregnancy can be treated without any permanent damage, but sometimes in advanced pregnancies, it may rupture. Then doctors perform surgery. Surgery can be done using laprotomy (open surgery) or laproscopy (pin hole surgery), depending on the size of the ectopic pregnancy. Earlier, doctors used to remove the entire fallopian tube while removing ectopic pregnancy, now only a part of the fallopian tube is removed.
Prevention
Ectopic pregnancy can surely be treated, but there is no known way to prevent it. One can decrease the risk by using condoms or getting pelvis area checked in case of any urinary tract infection. Yearly medical examinations are necessary, if you use an IUD.
Any infection during pregnancy can be quite troubling for the mother as well for the child. Ectopic pregnancy should be detected and removed as early as the first trimester when you are experiencing your first signs of pregnancy. Ignoring the symptoms of pregnancy week by week can lead to trouble in the later stages. Remember to get a thorough medical checkup done in the first few weeks of your pregnancy itself. Be informed, keep safe, and enjoy your journey to motherhood.
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Consult your doctor to confirm you pregnancy when you start to experience the early signs of pregnancy. During the first trimester of the pregnancy period itself the doctor can detect an ectopic pregnancy with your pregnancy week by week symptoms.
What type of doctor takes care of ectopic pregnancy? How long does the surgery take and recovery?
Which doctor do you go to take care of an ectopic pregnancy? Gyncologist or regular doctor? What type of surgery is it? How long does surgery take? Is it in a hospital or somewhere else? How long does it take to recover? Is it impossible to get pregnant afterwards?
My OBGYN dealt with my ectopic pregnancy. I was admitted to the hospital on a Friday night and discharged on a Sunday or Monday. They tried to go through my belly button but could not. I had to be cut like a C section. I recovered in about 4-6wks. My ectopic pregnancy happened in May and I got pregnant within 6mths.
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