Dr. P. Douglas Young Jr., MD
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
1271 Wentzville Pkwy Wentzville Missouri, 63385Rating
5/5
About
Dr. P. Douglas Young Jr. is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Wentzville, Missouri. Dr. Young Jr. specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Young Jr. can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Young 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.
Dr. P. Douglas Young Jr., MD's Videos
Education and Training
MD at Indiana University School of Medicine
Indiana University School of Medicine 2000
Board Certification
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Provider Details
Dr. P. Douglas Young Jr., MD's Expert Contributions
Can a blood test tell how many weeks pregnant you are?
A pregnancy blood test cannot tell you exactly how many weeks you are. There's a lot of overlap depending on how high or low the HCG levels are and how many weeks you should be. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
What blood tests are done during pregnancy?
There are several blood tests that we do on everybody including a complete blood count, syphilis testing, HIV testing, gonorrhea chlamydia testing, etc. All that testing is to make sure that we don't have a risk of passing any infections to a baby. There's optional testing you can do for genetic testing as well. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Fordyce spots?
They're actually benign and nothing to be concerned about. If they get large, they can be removed, but then you have risk of scarring and infection. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Is bloating a sign of pregnancy?
It can be normal for getting ready to start a cycle. It could be an early pregnancy symptom as well. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
How early can a home pregnancy test detect pregnancy?
Urine pregnancy test can show up positive really early. They usually correlate with a blood test of 25 to 40 hcg. Doug Young READ MORE
Can I walk after a c-section?
Yes, you can and should walk after a C-section. It will help you recover faster and decrease your chance of getting a DVT in your leg. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Does having hepatitis B affect your pregnancy?
Your baby would get ivig from the pediatrician if you had active disease. If you are just a carrier, you would be ok as well as your baby. It will not affect breast feeding. Doug Young, MD Heartland 844-usa-obgy READ MORE
Birth control?
Absolutely safe. If I was a woman, I would totally skip my cycles. Completely safe with birth control. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Could I be pregnant?
Most women not on birth control are going to skip one to two cycles a year. The bloating can be from you getting ready to start your cycle. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Can you travel long distance while pregnant?
You should not travel more than an hour from where you're delivering your baby at once you get to be 35 to 36 weeks gestation or above. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Is calendar based fertility awareness method effective?
Yes, it is effective. You just have to be really good at it! Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Why is the first day of my period so painful?
The pain can be related to the amount of bleeding that you have during the first day. Most of the time, ibuprofen can aid or birth control can aid. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
How do I take care of myself after a miscarriage?
Sorry for your loss. You should watch for heavy bleeding. If you go through a pad an hour, you need to go to the emergency room or to your doctor's office. Once the bleeding subsides, you should wait to get pregnant until you have one normal cycle. Continuing prenatal vitamins would be prudent as well. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
What does it mean to have two periods in one month?
That can happen. Women not on birth control can have 1-2 abnormal cycle per year. You could skip a cycle or have an extra cycle. Sometimes it could be related to an early pregnancy, thyroid issue, polyp, etc. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
How many hours should a pregnant woman sleep?
You should sleep about 8-10 hours a day. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
What can I drink besides water while pregnant?
Everything is pretty much safe, except alcohol. It is everything in moderation. 1-2 sodas per day, 2-3 8oz of tea or 2 cups of coffee are safe. You can try the crystal light packets to aid with flavoring water. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Can you get pregnant if you miss two pills?
Yes, you absolutely can get pregnant missing 2 pills or more in a given month. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Can you get pregnant if you miss one pill?
You CAN get pregnant if you miss one pill. The risk is low, but it still exists. Typically, the risks increase when you miss more than 2 pills in a month. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
How should I prepare my body to get pregnant?
Ideally, you want to start prenatal vitamins 3 months prior to conceiving. if you have any underlying long-term medical conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, you would want those under control as well. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
What can you take for the flu when pregnant?
The food can be very serious when you're pregnant and you need to contact your physician. You would likely also need tamiflu. Doug Young, MD READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Gestational Diabetes
- Pregnancy
- Pain
Internships
- Mercy Hospital St. Louis
What do you attribute your success to?
- His passion, love for the profession and hard work.
Hobbies / Sports
- Traveling
Favorite professional publications
- Green Journal, American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Young Jr.
- Abigail
Dr. Young is by far the best dr. I have ever experienced. He's sympathetic, patient, and definitely knows his passion. He's done an amazing job with both my daughters.
- Phylicia
Dr. Young is a great doctor that cares for his patients! From my own experience if u have a concern he will get back to u, he called my house to make sure I was going to the hospital BC I didnt answer my cell phone. He goes out of his way to check on his patients! He delivered my son and was great! He explains things and tells you what he is doing and talks you through it. He is a very busy doctor so if u have a Lil bit of a wait time its BC he's very busy or just added a person to his already busy schedule! I went for an ultrasound and the woman talked nothing but good about Dr young, how he would still see u if u were late, adds patients to his schedule for the day even if he's booked he has the love and passion that a job like this needs! Congratulations Dr young you deserve it!
- Megan
Dr. Young is such an amazing doctor! He delivered all of my children and has done my routine exams for the past 10 years. He goes above and beyond, is compassionate, attentive, and takes the time to address/thoroughly explain any concerns. I cannot imagine going to anyone else!
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