When you go to a fertility doctor or clinic, they will more than likely begin by doing some basic diagnostic blood work and testing. One of the first tests typically performed is a Hysterosalpingogram or HSG. While you have to wait for results from other tests, the HSG is one the few fertility testing procedures that provides you with instant results. The Hysterosalpingogram is used to determine if there are any blockages in either of your fallopian tubes and it will also show if there are any uterus abnormalities or fibroids.

The HSG is usually done at a local hospital’s surgical/surgery center, although many fertility clinics have the necessary equipment to perform the test right in the clinic as it is a fairly common fertility test. The HSG is a quick procedure that typically takes less than 15 minutes from start to finish. During the procedure, you will like on your back on a table with your legs raised. The doctor will inject contrast die through your cervix into your uterus while simultaneously taking an x-ray of the area. The contrast die will spread through your uterus and tubes and will show if there are any abnormalities or blockages in the tubes. In many cases, you will be able to watch the die spreading on a TV in the room. I was able to watch the procedure and the doctor explained what was happening and what he saw as the die spread.

Your doctor or clinic will probably advice you that during the HSG you “might” feel a “slight discomfort”. I have found through talking with other women in my fertility support group, that the discomfort or pain associated with the procedure is different for every woman. A few women stated that the procedure did not bother them at all and one friend said she came up off the table when they inserted the die. I fell somewhere in between the two extremes. Because my tubes were blocked, the doctors said that added to the pain I felt and that women without any blockages typically feel less discomfort with the HSG. Most doctors will prescribe something like a prescription strength Tylenol for you to take before the procedure. I had a second HSG after I had surgery to unblock one tube and remove the other. My doctor let me take pain medication left over from my surgery before the second HSG. One of the girls in my support group was very scared to have the HSG done because of the uncertainty of the pain. She knew she would not be able to relax during the procedure, which is important, so her doctor prescribed one valium for her before the procedure.

You might experience slight uterine cramping for a few hours after the procedure and this is normal. You should also wear a panty liner for a few days as some of the die might come back out of your cervix.

The results of the HSG are very important in helping to determine your next steps or procedures in the fertility process. A normal HSG that shows no blockages or abnormalities rules out blocked tubes as a possible cause for your fertility problems and your doctor will begin further testing. If the HSG shows a blockage in one or both of your fallopian tubes, your doctor will discuss your alternatives with you. This boils down to two choices: you attempt to unblock the tubes through laparoscopic surgery which will increase your probability of pregnancy or your can choose to not have the surgery, keeping the blockages in place and decreasing the probability of pregnancy. Whether or not to have the surgery is obviously a personal decision and you need to take the time to decide what is right for you.

A blocked tube carries some risks and complications. First of all, when one or both of your tubes are blocked, you are at an increased risk for having an ectopic or tubal pregnancy. This is a very serious condition, especially if the tube ruptures. The second complication involved in a blocked tube is that most doctors will not do an IUI or IVF procedure when a tube is blocked as it will decrease your chances of a successful procedure and can actually work against it. For instance, when you do an IUI with a blocked tube and the sperm is injected directly into the uterus, the chances of the sperm and egg meeting are slim to none since the tube is blocked and the egg and sperm can’t get through it to meet. If you do an IVF with a blocked fallopian tube, the blocked tube can cause fluid to back up into the uterus which impedes the embryo from implanting in the uterus.

If you decide to have surgery to unblock the tubes, your doctor will likely schedule a second HSG once you have healed from the surgery. They do this to make sure that the tube is open and that the die passes through the way it should. This second HSG will help determine what your next step will be.

Having gone through the HSG, I want to pass two things that I learned on to you. First of all, take someone with you when you have the procedure done. When I went the first time, I insisted on going by myself because I felt like everything was going to be ok. My husband would have gladly gone, but I guess I was being stubborn. Anyway, when things weren’t ok, I really wished that I had had him come with me. Second of all, if your doctor offers you any pain medication before the procedure, take it. You never know what your pain or discomfort experience is going to be like with the HSG, so it is best to be prepared for anything.

For many, Hysterosalpingogram is the most important procedure that they have done during the fertility process. For me, it was the most important procedure done during our fertility journey as it gave us instant results and instant answers as to what was going on to prevent us from getting pregnant. Although, slightly uncomfortable, it is over quickly and you are able to walk away from the HSG knowing what your next step will be.

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The Mouth is the Gateway to the body, an expression of our true essence either through a smile or the expression of our deepest emotions and beliefs. The mouth and its surrounding tissues and organs nourish us, sustain us, and is directly linked to our self-expression, self-esteem , confidence and our quality of life. The oral cavity is also a silent alarm for our bodies and can be our greatest ally or a formidable foe, and yet some 50% of the general population avoid going to the dentist unless it is absolutely crucial or they are in excruciating pain.

Oral care appears to be placed on the low end of priorities especially when stress levels soar or when finances become tight. Roughly 80% of the adult population in the United States, higher in other countries, have some form of periodontal disease, the number one cause of tooth loss and more recently, an important marker in the incidence of heart disease and other systemic ailments.

Studies show that people avoid going to the dentist because of time issues, cost concerns, embarrassment, low awareness of the critical importance of good oral health and its link to total health and well being, and lastly and probably the most prevalent reason, FEAR!
This fear takes many forms. Fear of the unknown, fear of pain, fear of loss of control, fear of being ridiculed, some rational, but most completely irrational. Fear is a protective mechanism and is a learned response to certain stimuli. In the case of dental phobia, the process becomes convoluted, detrimental to our health, and far from protective. Overcoming this fear and making frequent and needed visits to the dentist is critical to a life of balance and total well being.

Besides checking for decay and abnormalities of the teeth and gums, the dentist may be the first to detect systemic ailments that have oral manifestations. The Head and Neck exams performed routinely during dental visits is an excellent screening procedure that is invaluable in the early detection and treatment of cancer and other abnormalities in the Head and Neck regions of our bodies.

Nutritional deficiencies, Diabetes, Gastrointestinal and Eating disorders, certain communicable diseases and immuno-compromised states such as in HIV AIDS, Addison’s disease, and autoimmune disorders such as Sjogren’s Syndrome and Systemic Lupus have oral manifestations that when detected early can play a dynamic role in the overall health and well being of a patient.

Studies show a correlation between gum health and heart disease, pneumonia, ulcers and mortality rate in general. Pregnant women with gum disease are seven and a half times more likely to deliver babies prematurely and are at greater risk for having low birthweight babies. Low birthweight babies are at greater risk for higher rates of mortality, developing early childhood cavities and the list goes on and on.

Dentistry today boasts advances in the accessibility and delivery of care and a trip to the dentist may even be enjoyable, certainly a far cry from the earlier torture chambers of slow speed drills and Barber Surgeons. Dentistry has evolved from a dull, pain-relieving profession to an exciting esteem-building cosmetic and wellness industry thanks to advances in science and research.
With the Advent Teeth Whitening Systems, Porcelain and Composite Restorations, Lumineers, and Implants, anyone can enhance their Smile.

Making regular visits to the Dentist, having frequent cleanings, and following Oral Hygiene
and Treatment recommendations of your Dentist are critical to minimizing Dental problems, Health complications and subsequent time lost from work.

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“Selecting the right surgeon for you is both the fun part and the biggest challenge you’ll face when electing to do rhinoplasty. There are several national organizations and many state and local organizations where talented, certified professionals band together to offer the public a safe place to find competent, honest rhinoplasty surgeons. One I mentioned earlier in this text was the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) a respected organization that provides listings of professional surgeons around the country as well as all the information one could possibly need in getting help in selecting the right doctor. Another one is the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS).

The internet, your local library or even your family doctor can help you find the listings and certifications of registered physicians in your area to talk to. Remember, it’s up to you to decide who you trust to do the work on your nose. Interview as many doctors as you can until you find the one who understands exactly who you are and what you want and is willing to do the work on the budget that you have in mind. Many doctors have waiting lists so time is obviously a factor. If for some reason you feel a need to have the work done quickly then a large number of doctors, who may be booked for months in advance, will not be the right ones for you. If you have the time to wait for the right doctor then you have a wider group to choose from.

Probably the best way to find a doctor is to ask people, friends, who they know who might have had some “work” done on their faces. You’ll be surprised at the response. People you wouldn’t have dreamed would have had plastic surgery will suddenly come forward with their stories. And best of all, if you didn’t know they had the work done, it was probably excellent work. Most people don’t want a drastic change to their faces. They want some irregularity fixed, some aging reversed or some childhood trauma finally taken care of. If you can’t tell the work was done, if the person has no complaints about the price he/she paid, the treatment he/she received, and most importantly, about the look and feel of the finished product, then this is most probably a doctor you want to talk to about working on your nose.

The best advice you’ll ever receive about plastic surgery, about choosing a doctor, about altering your appearance for the better is to do your homework, ask questions, don’t rush into anything, find out as much as you possibly can about the work you want done and the people you’re considering trusting with the job. The more time you invest in advance, the better your odds are of getting exactly what you want – or more!”

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Are you big breasted? Does your neck and shoulders ache? Do you sometimes want to cut your breasts off? Do they interfere with sports? Do you feel that your breasts are stuffed into your bra and sometimes you can not breathe? If you answered yes or not to any of these questions, read on.

If you have big breasts ask yourself this question. Are you happy? I know you hear from television, radio, newspapers and magazines big breasted women are the best. But who is making this statement. The doctor of course since he is about to become richer with every woman’s breast he enlarges.

Most insurance companies will not pay for this surgery. You will have to pay for it yourself. It is not cheap. The implants are dangerous and leakage is always possible. If you need to have the implants removed that is another surgery and expense.

If you are unhappy with your big breasts and they cause you neck, shoulder or back pain and your posture is out of whack - think about have a breast reduction. This is major surgery but it will be the best present you could ever give to yourself. With cancer spreading rapidly being smaller breasted is a great way to catch breast cancer in its infant stages.

Why believe all this crap that big breasted women are the best and sexiest. Small breasted women are sexy if not sexier. They can model, be involved in sports. There clothes definitely look great on them. There bodies are curved in the right places.

Women that are top heavy look heavier. They have a harder time finding clothing that will fit. A swim suit is almost impossible to find. The tops are never big enough or have any kind of bra that will give you a shape.

Stop listening to those men who think big breasted women are the only women alive. That is pure fiction.

Thank you for reading my article. Please feel free to read any of my other numerous articles.

Copyright Linda E. Meckler 2007

Linda had a breast reduction and it is the best thing she has ever done for herself. Linda is the author of her first book, “Ghost Kids Trilogy.” 3 books in one book. Two real children and two Ghost Kids meet in an old house.
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