Question 1

I'm noticing this thin white layer around my vagina that sometimes curdles up into a creamy texture. It's been itchy at certain times during the day, specifically on one of the labia minora where it looks like there's some extra skin development with tiny eruptions, and there's white stuff inside. There's no burning sensation, bad smell, or discharge though. It's been like this for 3 days with no changes. What could this be? Should I be worried?

Accepted Answer

Your symptoms, including a thin white layer around the vagina, curdling into a creamy texture, itching on the labia minora, and tiny eruptions with white contents, suggest a vaginal yeast infection (candidiasis), but the absence of a foul odor and discharge makes it less clear-cut; consult a gynecologist for a definitive diagnosis and treatment, as other conditions like vulvar dermatitis could also be possible causes.

Question 2

I'm supposed to get my period tomorrow, but it hasn't started yet. I'm feeling those usual period pains, but nothing's happening. Can you suggest some home remedies to help kickstart my period right away?

Accepted Answer

There is no reason to be concerned if your periods are due the next day. You should allow time for your normal menstrual cycle to take place. If your period is delayed by a more than 1 week, then you should visit the gynecologist for further evaluation.

Question 3

I'm 22 weeks pregnant and I'm curious about whether I'm having a baby boy or girl since my urine pH is 6.5. I've been told I have an anterior placenta in the upper segment, and that my baby is on the left side. Can you tell me if any of these details might indicate the baby's gender?

Accepted Answer

Enlarged Liver (Hepatomegaly)_

1. _Normal liver size_: 15-17 cm
2. _Enlarged liver_: 21.1 cm indicates hepatomegaly

_Increased Echo Texture_

1. _Fatty liver disease_: Common in people with diabetes and high blood pressure
2. _Liver fibrosis_: Scarring of liver tissue, potentially due to diabetes or high blood pressure

_No Focal Lesions_

1. _No tumors or cysts_: The ultrasound did not detect any focal lesions, such as tumors or cysts.

_Considerations for Your Mom_

1. _Diabetes and high blood pressure management_: Tight control of blood sugar and blood pressure can help manage liver health.
2. _Liver function tests_: Your mom's doctor may order liver function tests (LFTs) to assess liver health.
3. _Follow-up ultrasound_: A follow-up ultrasound may be recommended to monitor liver size and texture.

I'm curious about whether a blood pressure reading of 10872 is considered low. What's the normal range supposed to be? I'm planning to conceive soon and it's making me a bit anxious.

normal BP is 12080 mmhg

More Obstetrics & Gynaecology Health Queries

I'm supposed to get my period tomorrow, but it hasn't started yet. I'm feeling those usual period pains, but nothing's happening. Can you suggest some home remedies to help kickstart my period right away?

I'm 22 weeks pregnant and I'm curious about whether I'm having a baby boy or girl since my urine pH is 6.5. I've been told I have an anterior placenta in the upper segment, and that my baby is on the left side. Can you tell me if any of these details might indicate the baby's gender?

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