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Suggest Ways To Confirm Pregnancy After A Sexual Assault

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Posted on Wed, 28 Jan 2015
Question: I was the victim of a sexual assult which I reported, but I think Im pregnant but I can't handle getting the exam again as it is,cery scary and Im so,embarrassed to,tell this story again. IS there anyway I can get help? Im scared!
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Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (28 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Please provide few more details.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for writing to us with your health concern.
I can empathize with your situation and would love to support and guide you during this tough phase.
Before I comment further, can you tell me a few things -
1. When was your last menstrual period ?
2. Are your cycles regular ?
3. When did the sexual assault occur - would you wish to elaborate here ?
4. What kind of help are you looking for ?
Please do not be scared, as there are various options for you, and I can and will help you to my utmost.
But I need more details and clarifications.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Take care.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Aarti Abraham (38 minutes later)
Did you get my response? screen cleared 2 times. Brief my last cycle began Sept 23 incident occured oct 9 and I am diabetic sugars are out of wack. I think I need both like a mental heatlth help as I am petrified for anyone to touch me and often sleep the day away in fear of leaving my house as well as medical help but I dont want to ve touched I feel dirty
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Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Detailed.

Detailed Answer:
Hi again.
First and foremost you need psychological help.
You need to consult a psychologist / psychiatrist and go for behavioural therapy and condition.
You are having PTSD - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
That needs to be healed first.
You need to see a Physician also to get your blood sugars under control.
Have your cycles always been delayed or regular ?
You need to go for a pregnancy test also.
Take care.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Aarti Abraham (19 hours later)
So. I took 5 home pregnancy tests today 3 positive 1 negative and 1 just stayed blank maybe dud? I want help except, I don't want to be touched as well, Its a lot easier to write without actually facing someone or crying in front of anyone I think Id just cry if I had no choice but to talk face to,face.
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Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Need to see somebody.

Detailed Answer:
That is very confusing.
You actually need to see a gynecologist and get the pregnancy confirmed.
I understand all your sentiments, you can write in and communicate for sure, as much as you want
But counselling sessions one to one with a good psychologist will help you a lot more. You can post a query to psychologist as well.
Let me know where you are based, I can suggest some good doctors.
Note: Revert back with your gynae reports to get a clear medical analysis by our expert Gynecologic Oncologist. Click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Suggest Ways To Confirm Pregnancy After A Sexual Assault

Brief Answer: Please provide few more details. Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for writing to us with your health concern. I can empathize with your situation and would love to support and guide you during this tough phase. Before I comment further, can you tell me a few things - 1. When was your last menstrual period ? 2. Are your cycles regular ? 3. When did the sexual assault occur - would you wish to elaborate here ? 4. What kind of help are you looking for ? Please do not be scared, as there are various options for you, and I can and will help you to my utmost. But I need more details and clarifications. Looking forward to hearing from you. Take care.