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Keith Downing, MD  
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Specialties: Obstetrics, Gynecology

My Posts
Got a tattoo
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
Hello, What you need to be concerned about regarding tattoos is the possible transmission of Hep C and HIV. Going to a reputable, well known tattoo parlor with proper instrument sterilization measures minimizes this risk. Other than that you should be fine. Best regards, Dr. Downing
Depo and Pregnancy
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
Hello, Depo, when taken on time, is a highly reliable form of contraception. So, I suspect you are not pregnant. The two negative HPTs support that as well. Best regards, Dr. Downing
menopause
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
Hello, No, I don't think your going to start having a regular period. Given the temporal relationship, the steroid shot may have been a factor. Nevertheless, I suggest seing your ob/gyn and to be on the safe side have a work up for post-menopausal bleeding (consists of an endometrial biopsy and pelvic ultrasound). Or just start with a pelvic ultrasound ...
Could i be pregnant or is it side effects of birth control?
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
Hello, I believe I responded to your concerns in the pregnancy forum. If you think you might be pregnant take a HPT. If negative, repeat it in one week. Yes, being on hormonal contraception can mimic symptoms of pregnancy, and the efficacy of the "pill" after starting it depends on where one is in their cycle. Generally speaking, no matte...
lesion on cervix during pregnancy
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
Hello, You should be worried only if it persists. Follow up with your ob/gyn, have them look at your cervix to make sure it appears normal (or healed) and refrain from sexual positions that cause pain. Best regards, Dr. Downing
4 months post-op
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
Hello, Hard to know without knowing what kind of surgery you had and where you are having pain. To be sure you might want to see your surgeon to be examined. Alternatively, if see how you feel over the next 1-2 weeks. If better--great!, if not--see your doctor. Best regards, Dr. Downing
pregnancy
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
No. Best regards, Dr. Downing
i'm late 46 days, what is up?
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
Hello, I believe I responded to your question in the pregnancy forum. Good luck. Dr. Downing
Right lower abd. pain
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
Hello, It depends upon the severity of your pain. If it is getting worse and not responding to tylenol or motrin, or heating pads, call your doctor's office to see if you can be seen sooner, or make a trip to your nearest emergency/urgent care department. Best regards, Dr. Downing
Continued breast tenderness after period
Jun 19, 2008 in the Gynecology / Women's Health Expert Forum
Hello, Sounds like you've been doing all the right things over the years. If you are really worried go see your ob/gyn to be examined. Otherwise, see what happens with your symptoms over the next cycle or two. If your symptoms persist, make an appointment to be evaluated. Also, initiating a plan to begin losing weight is always a good idea. Best reg...