There are always options for heavy uterine bleeding. These do not have to include hysterectomy. Dr. Levey is a national expert in the management of abnormal uterine bleeding and can work with you to find the safest and best medical or surgical option.

Not necessarily. There are several reasons why your baby may need to be retested. Some of those reasons may include: See similar questions...

The birth control pill usually contains 2 hormones, a synthetic estrogen and synthetic progesterone. These outside hormones turn off the woman's ovaries so her ovaries do not make an egg and cause the mucus of the cervix to thicken to prevent sperm from entering the uterus. See similar questions...

Bleeding may be due to implantation of the embryo or detachment of the embryo or early menses. It is preferred that you do the urine test for pregnancy at the designated time (usually fourteen days after embryo transfer) in order to clarify the reason for the bleeding. See similar questions...

The type of colorant used in a soap base determines whether a color will eventually bleed. An example of bleeding: You embed a royal blue heart in a white soap base. After several days, you notice that the blue heart has started to bleed (migrate) into the surrounding white soap. The white area around the heart has now taken on a pale blue color. See similar questions...

For men, heavy drinking is typically defined as consuming an average of more than 2 drinks per day. For women, heavy drinking is typically defined as consuming an average of more than 1 drink per day. See similar questions...

The short answer to this question is no. There is a strong biological link of mental disorders being passed down through families. Much like when someone in your family has a heart problem or cancer other family members may be at greater risk for developing those problems, but there is no guarantee. The best thing to do if someone in your family does have a mental disorder is to educate yourself on all of the warning signs and what the disorder is. See similar questions...

No. The symptoms of eating disorder such as starving, purging and binge eating will cause feelings of depression, fear or anxiety, but are not symptoms of another psychological disorder. This is natural because food and weight issues are impacting on someone’s ability to live a full and pleasurable life. These feelings often disappear when a person is properly nourished. See similar questions...

This may be a function of how we lump or split diagnoses, but comorbidity is the rule in child psychiatry. About half of those diagnosed with ADHD also have Oppositional Defiant Disorder. 20% have Conduct Disorder. Mood and anxiety disorders, often secondary to the self-esteem and image problems cited above, are common. About 20-40% of children with ADHD have learning disabilities. As mentioned above, substance abuse is much more likely in those with ADHD. See similar questions...

If you want to help your loved one deal with bipolar disorder, then you need this course. The comprehensive course covers everything you have to know, including facts about medications, suggestions for dealing with financial issues, ideas for coping with problems that occur during episodes, and much more. Click here for more information. See similar questions...

If you want to help your child deal with bipolar disorder, then you need this course. The comprehensive course covers everything you have to know, including facts about medications, suggestions for dealing with financial issues, ideas for coping with problems that occur during episodes, and much more. Click here for more information. There are 7 key secrets that everyone with bipolar disorder MUST learn in order to be successful. Click here for more information. See similar questions...

No one wants to be the first to admit something might be wrong down there. But if you've missed three or more periods in a row, you have what's called amenorrhea. Tips that will make your "bigboys" blush in the "heartland" and become "better boys" without any "big beefs".......... Study time can be stressful in a house with teenagers. See similar questions...

Not necessarily. Some women with moderate to severe cases of Asherman's may experience amenorrhea, (the cessation of menstrual cycles) but others with milder cases may still have a period but will often notice their cycles are much shorter and/or lighter than they were previously. This does, however, mean your cervix is open and you could still become pregnant which is inadvisable while you still have scar tissue in your uterus. Please see FAQ #13. See similar questions...

Eligibility for benefits is based on work in covered employment during the base period of a claim. The base period is the first four of the last five completed calendar quarters immediately preceding the first day of the individual's benefit year. If the person worked for you during this time period, you will be a base period employer and may be charged for benefits paid. See similar questions...

Rectal bleeding can be caused by many factors, including cancer. Patients often make the mistake of attributing rectal bleeding only to hemorrhoids. When the bleeding stops, patients often do not seek proper medical care. Polyps and cancers bleed intermittantly, so an episode of rectal bleeding may be the first sign of colorectal cancer. Rectal bleeding should always be evaluated to rule out colon cancer. See similar questions...

If you have not had a period for at least one year, you will probably be prescribed a type of HRT known as ‘period-free’. You will take a small dose of estrogen and progestogen every day. Taking a progestogen every day makes the lining of the womb very thin and eventually prevents bleeding. However, the thinning process can take several weeks and during this time it is very common for women to experience some bleeding. This bleeding is likely to be irregular and unpredictable. See similar questions...

of the determination date when the aggregate value of the plan accounts of key employees exceeds 60% of the aggregate value of the plan accounts of all employees. See similar questions...

A It may feel a little strange for the first few days, especially since you'll now have so much more hair! Because our system is integrated with your existing hair, it'll feel like a part of you and very soon you'll be treating your head of hair just as if it was all your own. And because the fibre we use is around half the weight of human hair, your head won't feel hot or "heavy". See similar questions...

If you have just started flossing you may find your gums bleed a little at first. If the bleeding persists or is accompanied by pain or swelling, visit your dentist/oral hygienist immediately for a professional scale and polish. Using GUM® Paroex Alhohol-Free Mouthrinse mouthwash with anti-bacterial agents will also help. See similar questions...

It is a technical phrase describing actions that are out of step with acceptable social standards. These behaviors create more problems and difficulties than they solve. Most of the time these behaviors are symptoms of some underlying distress. Examples of such behaviors are self abuse, destruction of property, and hurting others. See similar questions...