Medical Questions and Answers

Pregnancy tests are helpful screening tools but are not definitive for confirming a pregnancy. The results can sometimes be faint depending on factors like the timing of the test and the concentration of the hormone hCG in your urine. However, to accurately

First and foremost, it’s important that you avoid having sex while you are still bleeding. Engaging in sexual activity can aggravate the bleeding and cause further complications. Given that you’ve been bleeding for 6 weeks, I strongly recommend that you see a

Home pregnancy tests are presumptive; only an ultrasound can confirm pregnancy. A positive test followed by a negative one could indicate: Chemical Pregnancy – An early miscarriage before ultrasound detection. Testing Variability – Different test sensitivitie

While using protection during intercourse can reduce the risk of transmission, the primary concern here is the effect of your partner’s drug use on his behavior. Drug use can impair judgment, and individuals under the influence may not act responsibly.

Quite unlikely. Sperm cells can be easily damaged when exposed to external elements, such as contact with a towel, and they can only survive for a few seconds to a few minutes outside of the body. So, theoretically speaking, there could be a very small chance.

It's important to recognize that exposure to regulated drugs or toxic substances during pregnancy and this can have significant impacts on the development of the fetus, both physically and mentally.

Yes, it is possible to conduct a DNA test during pregnancy to determine if you are the alleged father. Non-invasive prenatal paternity testing can be safely performed as early as the 8th to 10th week of pregnancy. However, I would advise waiting until after

Premature graying can indeed be distressing at your age, but it is not necessarily a cause for significant concern. There are multiple factors that can contribute to early graying of hair, including genetics, nutritional deficiencies, certain medical condition

A reading of 142/66 is within the normal range, particularly for individuals over 40 years old. Considerations for Hypertension If your mother has a history of hypertension and is not compliant with medication, such a reading may indicate hypertensive urgency

Mosquito bites can lead to swelling due to individual reactions, which vary. Protecting oneself from mosquito bites is crucial as they can transmit diseases like malaria and dengue. Use insect repellent containing DEET or Picaridin, wear long sleeves and pants