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Dr. George Willis Williams Jr., M.D.
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Dr. George Williams Jr. is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Augusta, GA. Dr. Williams Jr. specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Williams Jr. can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Williams Jr. can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
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Dr. George Willis Williams Jr., M.D.
- Augusta, GA
- Medical College of Georgia
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What could be the issue?
Sounds like your periods are not regular. It could have build up of the lining during those several months. You might consider Birth control if you are not trying for pregnancy. READ MORE
Sounds like your periods are not regular. It could have build up of the lining during those several months. You might consider Birth control if you are not trying for pregnancy. I would be a good thought just to have a doctor visit to see why your cycles are irregular. You might want to check lab like thyroid studies, & prolactin.
Chemical pregnancy caused by breastfeeding?
You can do blood test to see if how high your progesterone is. Ovulation may not happen while breast feeding depending on if you breast feed full time. Ovulation can certainly READ MORE
You can do blood test to see if how high your progesterone is. Ovulation may not happen while breast feeding depending on if you breast feed full time. Ovulation can certainly be irregular if ovulating. That in itself may affect your breast desires feeding. Also, at 41yo, your risk for miscarriage is generally higher. How long will you be breast feeding? You need to be on prenatal vitamins firing this time also. I encourage breast feeding, but cycles may be more predictable if you were not & maybe could have a better plan for the progesterone.
Birth control patch?
I would think ok if the patch is directly applied to the skin.
Was this a normal period or a miscarriage?
It could be a decidual cast ( lining of the uterus) if you miss a pill that can start your cycle early & may continue to bleed until the end of the cycle. I would get a pregnancy READ MORE
It could be a decidual cast ( lining of the uterus) if you miss a pill that can start your cycle early & may continue to bleed until the end of the cycle. I would get a pregnancy test to be sure. You may need a physician consult if this continues.
Vaginal discharge?
It could be residual from intercourse. If it is irritating, would recommend you see your Gyn doctor for a quick check to see if it needs to be treated.
I have painful sex after my hysterectomy?
You need to be checked again by your Doctor. It could be a number of things including bowel obstruction. I think your doctor needs to see you to rule out other things.
Nexplanon effectiveness?
The Nexplanon is a progesterone method of birth control. It works well but cycles can either stop or become erratic. I would do a home pregnancy test to be sure. The normal BC READ MORE
The Nexplanon is a progesterone method of birth control. It works well but cycles can either stop or become erratic. I would do a home pregnancy test to be sure. The normal BC pills have both a progesterone & estrogen component that usually offers more regular cycles. I don’t dislike the Nexplanon but has advantages & disadvantages. I have a lot of patients that really like it.
I'm having a problem getting pregnant?
I think you are on the right track. IUI may be an option too
How to treat constant burning in my mons pubis area?
It possibly could be just irritation on the mons area. It is close to the bladder area. You might want to her a urinalysis checked. A pelvic exam would be a good idea also
Urinating?
The period probably caused that. There can be uterine congestion. Be sure you are not pregnant too.
I'm spotting blood?
You should not be spitting at 64yo. You need to see your Gyn and probably have a sonogram to look at the uterine lining. It is a safety precaution.
Possible PID and endometritis?
I am confused about what the endometrial thickness & PID have to do each other. You can have either one independently. Do you have children? How was the diagnosis of PID made? READ MORE
I am confused about what the endometrial thickness & PID have to do each other. You can have either one independently. Do you have children? How was the diagnosis of PID made? Have you had a laparoscopy? I would need more information. I like herbals, but not sure they would be helpful here.
Can old sperm survive in a woman if she's having sex with a different man?
Usually 24 hours but possibly 48 hours. Less survival the longer the interval between the sexual encounter
Could she get pregnant even if we don't have sex?
You mentioned she got her period. You should be ok. If irregular bleeding resumes I would recommend getting a pregnancy test to be sure. Pregnancy should be unlikely
Bleeding while on birth control?
All may be ok. Doing a pregnancy test to be sure. If menses or bleeding become irregular, I would recommend a physician visit
Early adenomyosis?
Adenomyosia is more often associated with someone with multiple pregnancy history. I don’t know more info here. Adenomyosis can cause heavier bleeding
Can PCOS go away?
Usually associated with irregular menses but not always. You can control menses with things like BCP’s. It may interfere with ovulation in regard to getting pregnant. There are READ MORE
Usually associated with irregular menses but not always. You can control menses with things like BCP’s. It may interfere with ovulation in regard to getting pregnant. There are options in that regard
About pregnancy?
It may not. If it has been going on over a year, you may need lab & or a GI consult to rule out other causes
What happens if PCOS is left untreated?
Irregular menses & difficulty getting pregnant can happen. All this can be managed. It can cause a thickening of the uterine lining & could predispose to early endometrial cancer. READ MORE
Irregular menses & difficulty getting pregnant can happen. All this can be managed. It can cause a thickening of the uterine lining & could predispose to early endometrial cancer. Again you should be followed by a physician
How do you know when the baby's head is down?
You will probably feel a lower pressure in the pelvis. The doctor can also tell you when you are checked vaginally
