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Michael Balat

OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)

Dr. Michael Balat is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Balat specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Balat can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Balat 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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Michael Balat
  • Houston, TX
  • The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
  • Accepting new patients

What is causing a fishy odor?

You may have bacterial vaginosis.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

Could I be pregnant?

Take a pregnancy test if you miss your period but the chances seem low based on what you have done so far.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

Menstrual cycle irregularity?

No, allergy medicine would not cause this.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

Can I still be pregnant?

You are unlikely to be pregnant.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

An expired IUD?

No.

I’m scared I might have herpes?

I recommend visiting the doctor’s office as soon as possible to confirm and receive treatment.

Pregnancy related?

Yes, theoretically it is possible but the chances are very low.

No second period?

If you have had unprotected intercourse please take a pregnancy test. If not pregnant, it is normal to have irregular cycles when you are young as your body and hormones are maturing. READ MORE
If you have had unprotected intercourse please take a pregnancy test. If not pregnant, it is normal to have irregular cycles when you are young as your body and hormones are maturing. If you go more than 3 months without a cycle then please go see your physician have your hormones checked. Given your level of activity, you may be at risk for what is called the athlete triad, which is a disruption of your hormones due to stress from physical activity like exercise.

I haven't had my period?

Please do a pregnancy test to confirm if you are pregnant or not. If not, then follow up with your ObGyn as you may need medicine to help induce a cycle.

Can you still get pregnant?

The chances are very low if you just started your period.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

When can you go home after giving birth?

Depends on the type of birth. Vaginal births can go home between 24-48 hours, and Cesarean deliveries as late as 4 days post-delivery.

How do I treat a intramural fibroid?

An intramural fibroid can be treated with either surgical removal or an embolization procedure where they decrease blood supply to the fibroid. Sincerely, Michael I. Balat, READ MORE
An intramural fibroid can be treated with either surgical removal or an embolization procedure where they decrease blood supply to the fibroid.

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Am I pregnant?

Hello,

Go ahead and take a pregnancy test to confirm. If you’re not pregnant you may have just missed it, which can happen sometimes.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

I think I might be pregnant?

Yes, I recommend you go ahead and do one. Nausea typically happens in the first 3 months of pregnancy and then will improve.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

Will a change in dosage for birth control matter?

That is the correct dosage for Lo Loestrin. The Loestrin dose is 1-20mcg and the current pill you are taking is a generic of Loestrin. The lower dose will not lower its effectiveness READ MORE
That is the correct dosage for Lo Loestrin. The Loestrin dose is 1-20mcg and the current pill you are taking is a generic of Loestrin. The lower dose will not lower its effectiveness and may lessen the side effects.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

Painful cyst and staph carrier?

A hot compresses applied to the site. If it does not improve or you have a fever I would recommend going to the hospital for evaluation.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

Am I pregnant?

It’s possible, I would recommend taking a pregnancy test. You could also have a cold, COVID or the flu.

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Michael I. Balat, MD

What could I have?

Hello, You could possibly have a urine infection. If you are not sure where it is coming from then make an appointment with your ObGyn to get evaluated. It is common while being READ MORE
Hello,

You could possibly have a urine infection. If you are not sure where it is coming from then make an appointment with your ObGyn to get evaluated. It is common while being on birth control or hormonal medicine to produce a discharge.

Sincerely,

Michael I. Balat, MD

I'm having trouble getting pregnant?

Hello, It can some time to get pregnant, but approximately 90% of people will get pregnant within 1 year. Make sure you are properly tracking your cycles, and testing to make READ MORE
Hello,

It can some time to get pregnant, but approximately 90% of people will get pregnant within 1 year. Make sure you are properly tracking your cycles, and testing to make sure you are ovulating with home ovulation test kits. Once you know when you are ovulating, then have intercourse at least 2-3 times that week (at least once before you ovulate, usually 24-36 hours beforehand). If you are still not able to get pregnant after a year, then I would recommend getting an infertility work up.

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Michael I. Balat

I have a question about the gynecologist checkup?

Hello, I would not say this is normal behavior or a normal request from an ObGyn, nor is it professional. Sometimes a different sized speculum can be used or additional lubricant READ MORE
Hello,

I would not say this is normal behavior or a normal request from an ObGyn, nor is it professional. Sometimes a different sized speculum can be used or additional lubricant may be added to help with the discomfort.

Sincerely,

Michael I. Balat, MD