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Dr. Yvonne M. Sculley, MD
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Dr. Yvonne Sculley is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Florence, OR. Dr. Sculley specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Sculley can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Sculley 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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Why is my menstrual cycle wrong?
You may have something called Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. It is a complicated situation best discussed with a gynecologist. Often it can cause irregular menses and problems with READ MORE
You may have something called Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. It is a complicated situation best discussed with a gynecologist. Often it can cause irregular menses and problems with ovulation. The combined pill is a good way to treat it until you are ready to become pregnant. Because of the problem with ovulation it can be harder to conceive. If you are overweight it can bring your hormones into regulation by losing 10% of your total weight. If you do decide to try to get pregnant and your menses are not regular you should see someone (probably gynecology) familiar with treatment to help.
Is it harder to get pregnant after a miscarriage?
Not in most cases. The most common reason for a miscarriage is a problem with the fetal chromosomes that comes from either the egg or the sperm. This is not a problem with the READ MORE
Not in most cases. The most common reason for a miscarriage is a problem with the fetal chromosomes that comes from either the egg or the sperm. This is not a problem with the parents but just that particular pregnancy. There are other problems that cause miscarriage but they are rare.
Can you get a positive pregnancy test 4 weeks after miscarriage?
Yes. It may still be from the pregnancy that miscarried. It takes a while to clear the HCG. The higher the HCG the longer it takes to clear.
HPV?
It has likely been dormant for 17 years. Sometimes a change in immune status can cause this.
Vaginal bumps?
You could have a number of things. Herpes is the most consistent with your symptoms. Making an appointment while still having symptoms is the best for a diagnosis to be made.
Period?
Yes, you can get pregnant. It is likely that your periods are off because of months that you are not ovulating. In most cases this is because of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Make READ MORE
Yes, you can get pregnant. It is likely that your periods are off because of months that you are not ovulating. In most cases this is because of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Make an appointment with a gynecologist for this because women with this syndrome are at risk for endometrial cancer when not having regular cycles.
Pregnancy?
Pregnancy can occur as soon as birth control pills are discontinued.
What happens if PCOS is left untreated?
PCOS is very complicated. If left untreated it increases the risk of endometrial hyperplasia or endometrial carcinoma. There are some effects on the entire body but most commonly READ MORE
PCOS is very complicated. If left untreated it increases the risk of endometrial hyperplasia or endometrial carcinoma. There are some effects on the entire body but most commonly women have irregular periods, trouble getting pregnant, abnormal hair growth, trouble losing weight and skin color changes.
Cycle issue?
There are many things that can cause your menses to be longer and heavier. Visit your gynecologist. She can make sure there is nothing concerning and discuss options to treat if READ MORE
There are many things that can cause your menses to be longer and heavier. Visit your gynecologist. She can make sure there is nothing concerning and discuss options to treat if desired.
Does PCOS increase chances of twins?
Only if certain medications are taken to assist with ovulation.
Can I take a lower metformin dose due to fasting?
It depends on why you are on Metformin. Definitely discuss this with your provider. Generally hypoglycemia is not an issue with Metformin but if you are fasting you may need to READ MORE
It depends on why you are on Metformin. Definitely discuss this with your provider. Generally hypoglycemia is not an issue with Metformin but if you are fasting you may need to adjust.
Conception date?
According to the information you gave it is likely you conceived around Jan 13, 2021.
Am I pregnant?
The use of Plan B is licensed for up to 72 hours after unprotected sex. It has up to a 3% risk of pregnancy. There are many factors that impact that including timing during your READ MORE
The use of Plan B is licensed for up to 72 hours after unprotected sex. It has up to a 3% risk of pregnancy. There are many factors that impact that including timing during your cycle, body weight and medications as examples. The bleeding is likely because of Plan B which is a hormone. When you take it you can have bleeding.
The most important issue for you to consider is to find a long term contraceptive so you do not have an unintended pregnancy. There are many safe methods. Many can decrease pain and bleeding during menses as well.
The most important issue for you to consider is to find a long term contraceptive so you do not have an unintended pregnancy. There are many safe methods. Many can decrease pain and bleeding during menses as well.
How do you tell if you're pregnant without a test?
You can't know for sure without a test or ultrasound but the symptoms are missed menses, tender breasts, nausea and fatigue.
Am I pregnant?
You could be pregnant although it is unlikely since your pregnancy tests are negative. There are many other problems that could cause your symptoms so I would recommend being seen READ MORE
You could be pregnant although it is unlikely since your pregnancy tests are negative. There are many other problems that could cause your symptoms so I would recommend being seen by a provider. Repeating the pregnancy test on 2/8 can help if you are just too early for the test to be positive.
Should I go to the hospital if my water breaks but no contractions?
Yes. If you do not go into labor you may be at a higher risk of infection after your water breaks. Most women do go into labor soon after their water breaks.
Is it normal to have discharge while pregnant?
It is normal in most cases and caused by hormonal changes. If there is any odor or itching/burning it may be caused by something else and should be checked by a provider.
How do babies breathe in the womb after the water breaks?
Babies don't need to breathe in utero, but do continue to practice breathing even after your water breaks. The fetal circulation gives the baby the oxygen needed until delivery. READ MORE
Babies don't need to breathe in utero, but do continue to practice breathing even after your water breaks. The fetal circulation gives the baby the oxygen needed until delivery. At that time, the circulation switches to newborn circulation as the baby takes breaths and forces the amniotic fluid out of the lungs.
