Nash OB-GYN Associates

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

Preconceptual Counseling

What is Preconception health? In North Carolina, 43.8% of all pregnancies are unintended and unexpected. With these surprise pregnancies...

Your Recent Questions about the COVID Vaccine

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.

I’m pregnant, and I have so many questions . . . I often use Google to find answers. Is that okay?

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?...

Should I Get a Flu Shot? Will the Flu Shot Prevent Me from Getting COVID-19?

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.

Should I be tested for sexually transmitted infections (STI/STDs) and what STI tests should I get?

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)...

I was told that I have endometriosis. What does that mean?

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...

The “pill” doesn’t work for me, but I don’t want to be pregnant. Is there anything else I can do?

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)...

Should I do monthly breast exams? How do I do a self breast exam?

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...

Is it okay for me to take birth control pills continuously and not have a period?

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...

How do I know if I have Postpartum Depression or normal Postpartum Blues?

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,...

My daughter is just coming in for birth control. Will she be getting a vaginal exam?

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...

I’m having vaginal discharge. Can the doctor call in something for me?

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...

Should I get genetic testing during my pregnancy?

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...

I’m a patient of Nash Ob-Gyn, but I’m not 18. What are you going to tell my mom or dad?

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...