Q:      I understand that modafanil/armodafanil interfere with oral contraception, which makes sense in terms of metabolism. However, I am puzzled regarding the caution for use with IUDs that emit hormones. How much should we be concerned about this...
Category:    Women’s poignant quotes about the symptoms that may happen cyclically   Q: Dr. Bob, what are some of women’s quotes about symptoms they may experience during their menstrual cycles. These quotes are taken from Dr. Sheldon Segal’s...
Q:      Dear Dr. Hatcher, Can a half year or so of zinc supplementation damage a ParaGard IUD or make it less effective? I’ve come across a few articles saying copper and zinc “antagonize†each other, but those articles are older (70’s and 80’s)...
Q:      I have a 16 year-old patient who began using oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) extended cycling for acne and heavy menses. She developed chronic exercise related shortness of breath and had extensive negative pulmonary and cardiac work up. I had her...
Q: Can I take Postinor -2 if I am not pregnant or I don’t know if I am? A: Good morning, Yes, whether or not you are pregnant you may take a dose of Postinor or several doses of Postinor.But, Postinor and other emergency contraceptive pills are NOT as effective...
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