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Ask The Doctors!
We hope that this monthly blog is a helpful resource that answers questions you've always wanted the answers to! If you would like to suggest a question for our doctors, feel free to email customerservice@nashobgyn.com
Karen Johnson, CNM
Jul 30, 2024
Preconceptual Counseling
What is Preconception health? In North Carolina, 43.8% of all pregnancies are unintended and unexpected. With these surprise pregnancies...
Nancy Hancock, MD
Aug 24, 2021
Your Recent Questions about the COVID Vaccine
Dr. Hancock has answered some of the recent questions we have received about the vaccines for COVID-19. If you have other questions,...
Nash Ob-Gyn
Jul 27, 2021
Don’t be a “No Show”!
Each person we see is important to us and we want to ensure that we have appointments available when they are needed.
Nancy Hancock, MD
Jan 18, 2021
Your COVID Vaccine Questions Answered
Dr. Hancock has answered some of the frequent questions we have received about the vaccines for COVID-19.
Nancy Hancock, MD
Nov 11, 2020
I’m pregnant, and I have so many questions . . . I often use Google to find answers. Is that okay?
I’m pregnant, and I have so many questions and concerns that I sometimes can’t sleep. I often use Google to find answers. Is that okay?...
Kerry C. Bullerdick, MD
Oct 28, 2020
Should I Get a Flu Shot? Will the Flu Shot Prevent Me from Getting COVID-19?
Our office is offering the flu vaccine to our obstetric and postpartum patients only at this time.
Kerry C. Bullerdick, M.D.
Apr 8, 2020
Should I be tested for sexually transmitted infections (STI/STDs) and what STI tests should I get?
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) there are about 20 million new cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)...
Keisha French, MD
Mar 9, 2020
I was told that I have endometriosis. What does that mean?
Endometriosis occurs when the tissue from inside the uterus is found outside the uterus. During a menstrual cycle, this tissue becomes...
Nan Wang, MD
Feb 14, 2020
The “pill” doesn’t work for me, but I don’t want to be pregnant. Is there anything else I can do?
The birth control pill is the most common reversible form of birth control, but there are also many reasons the birth control pill is not...
Dennis J. Van Zant, MD
Jan 8, 2020
Cervical Health Awareness
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month (as designated by the United States Congress, who knew!). The cervix is the lower portion of...
Keisha L. French, M.D.
Oct 11, 2019
What is my risk for breast cancer?
In the United States, a woman’s lifetime risk of developing breast cancer is 1 in 8. Risk factors for breast cancer include: sex (female)...
Kerry C. Bullerdick, M.D.
Sep 13, 2019
Should I do monthly breast exams? How do I do a self breast exam?
This is a more complex question than you might think. A routine breast self-exam was once recommended to be performed by all women every...
Nancy Hancock, MD
Aug 7, 2019
New Information Changes How We Practice
Research gives new information that changes how we care for our patients. Much has been learned about cervical cancer, where it comes...
Keisha L. French, M.D.
Jul 11, 2019
I have fibroids. What does that mean?
Uterine leiomyomas, fibroids, are benign growth of tissue in the uterus. Depending on the size and location of the fibroid, patients can...
Kerry C. Bullerdick, MD
Jun 13, 2019
Is it okay for me to take birth control pills continuously and not have a period?
There are many women who would prefer just to skip “that time of the month.” Fortunately, for a majority of women, there are several...
Keisha L. French, M.D.
May 10, 2019
How do I know if I have Postpartum Depression or normal Postpartum Blues?
Postpartum blues is considered an overwhelming feeling that some women tend to experience 2-3 days after delivery. It usually sets in,...
Kerry C. Bullerdick, M.D.
Apr 10, 2019
My daughter is just coming in for birth control. Will she be getting a vaginal exam?
Such a good question! Like most things, it depends. A new patient visit for “just birth control” is so much more than just getting...
Nancy L. Hancock, M.D.
Mar 14, 2019
I’m having vaginal discharge. Can the doctor call in something for me?
Vaginal discharge can be normal, especially around the time of ovulation and during pregnancy. Diet, sexual activity, medication, and...
Nancy L. Hancock, M.D.
Feb 18, 2019
Should I get genetic testing during my pregnancy?
A variety of genetic screening tests are available during pregnancy. Genetic screening tests offered by Nash Ob-Gyn include prenatal...
Nancy L. Hancock, M.D.
Jan 21, 2019
I’m a patient of Nash Ob-Gyn, but I’m not 18. What are you going to tell my mom or dad?
What you talk about with your doctor is private, and there are laws in North Carolina that help protect your privacy. We are not allowed...
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