Dr. Jones graduated from East Tennessee State University College of Medicine. After an internship in Internal Medicine, he completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of South Carolina. He then served five years as a staff physician in the Ob/Gyn department of Keesler Medical Center. During this time, Dr. Jones enjoyed teaching residents, and spent several summers working in Aviano AFB, Italy. After completing his military obligation, Dr. Jones began working at Biloxi Ob/Gyn, where he has continued to work for the past several years.
Dr. Jones is board certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology, and enjoys all aspects of general Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is particularly interested in and enjoys working in the areas of infertility, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. While at Keesler Medical Center, he served as interim director of the infertility clinic. He has attended numerous training courses on minimally invasive surgery, and enjoys the challenges and patient benefits associated with this type of surgery. Aside from his medical practice, Dr. Jones enjoys running, Italian cooking, Elvis, and time with his family. Dr. Jones is committed to providing quality Ob/Gyn care to the women of the Gulf Coast, and will continue to do so for many years to come.
Submitted by NOE LUJAN from GULFPORT,MS
Q: DR.JONES,I'M 27 MY WIFE IS 23 WE HAVE BEEN TRYING TO HAVE KIDS BUT NOTHING SO FAR I HAD A SPERM ANALYSIS I HAD HIGH PH,LOW VOLUME WHAT DO YOU SUGGEST I CAN TAKE TO INCREASE THE VOLUME THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME ANSWERING MY QUESTION
Answered 09/29/08 10:48:40 by Dr. Jones
A: Noe, Having a high Ph on a sperm analysis is normal. Having low volume is not unusual. What is most important on a sperm analysis is the sperm count, along with the sperm motility and morphology. If the sperm count and motility/morphology are within normal, then there should be no problem. Your wife will also need testing to make sure there is no problem with her. She can see her Gynecologist for her evaluation.Submitted by A. Hall from Gulfport, Ms
Q: I am 36yrs old and have high blood pressure. I am very interested in having a child. My internest has put me on procardia and I am worried about the side effects of this drug during pregnancy. The doctor would consider me a high risk do to age and health. I am very fit and have two other children, both were healthy pregnancies. Do you think there is a much safer drug to take?
Answered 09/19/08 10:01:58 by Dr. Jones
A: A. Hall, Procardia is a very safe drug to use in pregnancy. Many doctors use procardia during pregnancy to control preterm contractions. Another drug, Aldomet, has been around for much longer, and is more commonly used for hypertension in pregnancy. Both of these drugs are safe for pregnancy. Due to your age, and hypertension, you will be considered a "high risk" patient, but if your blood pressure is controlled with medication, and you are only 36 years old, you are just barely "high risk", and should do well.Submitted by from Mississippi
Q: How long should premarin cream be used after vaginal cuff granulations are removed four months after hysterectomy with one ovary remaining? Also, the removel of the granulations was horrible painful. How exactly is it done?
Answered 09/19/08 09:58:21 by Dr. Jones
A: Having granulation tissue develop after a hysterectomy is not uncommon, but it is frustrating for both patient and doctor. The removal can be done in the office, using medicine to cauterize, or burn off, the granulation, in hopes it will heal back normal. If it is too painful, or too much granulation is present, to do in the office, then you may need to go back to the operating room for anesthesia, and surgical excision. How long to use premarin cream afterward varies, and you should follow the instructions given to you by your doctor.Submitted by Kacey from Bay St. Louis, MS
Q: I am 23years and have a healthy 2 year old. My husband and I want more children, but we suffered two miscarriages this year (Feb = 5 weeks pregnant July= 8 weeks pregnant) My hormone levels were low for the 1st, but extremely high for the second. I think they were 55000 at 6wks. I passed the first one naturally, but had to have a d&c for the second. What are the chances of it happening again? Should i have tests run? Should I see a high risk doctor. For my first and last pregnancy I had a tear or hemorrhage in my placenta. I am also Rh-.
Answered 09/19/08 09:54:40 by Dr. Jones
A: Kacey, Having two miscarriages in a row does increase the risk of having another miscarriage, but having had a previous normal, healthy baby suggests that you may have had only "bad luck" with the last two pregnancies, and statistically should do well your next pregnancy. Having any tests run or not is up to you and your doctor to discuss. I often times will give a progesterone hormone supplement the first 12 weeks of pregnancy to my patients who have had two miscarriages, which may help, and has no adverse side effects. You should discuss this also with your doctor.Submitted by b from new jersey
Q: Hi Dr. Jones, thanks for being on here! I wanted to ask 2 seperate questions, (1.) how long should one be on the pill before it can start affecting your fertility? I am 26 years old and have been on it consistently and responsibly for 3 years now and am very healthy and regular prior and during birth control (I am on alesse/lessina which i understand is a very low dose). (2)What steps should I take to prepare my body for a pregnancy? my husband and I would like to start trying in march of next year. I look forward to your response.
Answered 09/18/08 09:24:20 by Dr. Jones
A: B, Birth control pills only affect your fertility while you are taking them. There are no long term effects, even if you take birth control pills for many years. It is a myth that long term birth control pills will cause infertility. Birth control pills are safe to take for many, many years, and when you stop taking them, you are usually able to get pregnant by the next month. As for preparing, if you have any health problems (diabetes, hypertension, seizures, etc) you need to discuss with your doctor getting on medications that are safe to take when pregnant. You should quit smoking, limit alcohol, exercise regularly, and follow a healthy diet. Taking a prenatal vitamin daily is also a good idea.Submitted by dena from tupelo
Q: after having 3 c-section with endometrial ablation be a problem
Answered 09/18/08 09:19:29 by Dr. Jones
A: Dena, I think you mean after 3 c-sections WILL endometrial ablation be a problem. And the answer is no, no problem.Submitted by YRASEMA LUJAN from GULFPORT,MS
Q: MY HUSBAND AND I ARE TRYING TO GET PREGNANT HE JUST WENT AND GOT A SPERM ANALYSIS AND HIS PH IS HIGH WHAT DOES THIS MEAN AND HOW DOES IT AFFECT OUR CHANCES OF HAVEING A BABY THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME ON ANSWERING MY QUESTION
Answered 09/18/08 09:18:13 by Dr. Jones
A: Yrasema, Having a high pH on a semen analysis is good. More important is the count, and the motility. If the count and motility are normal, then there should be no problem. Good Luck!Submitted by Mrs. S.C. from Biloxi,Ms.
Q: I have a 20yr. old daughter that has health problems(high blood pressure, dabetis) her datbetis was so high. She just had a baby in oct 2008, the dr. had to take the baby 3 1/2 week early because of her health and now pregant again. She says that this baby will be delivered the last of Dec. 2008 or the began of Jan 2009. She has already started saying that her head hurt's all the time and you can tell that it is hard for her to see. But has not seen an OBGYN at all. What can i do to help her and my unborn grandchild? I have been talking to her about how important it is to go to a dr. She act like this is not IMPORTANT to her, i have tried making appt's. to tring to take her. PLEASE HELP IN MISSISSIPP!!!!!!
Answered 09/15/08 10:32:50 by Dr. Jones
A: Mrs. S.C. Having diabetes in pregnancy is a big deal, and if not managed properly can cause serious complications for both the mother, and the baby. The best thing you can do is to try to convince your daughter of the importance of getting prenatal care. Lack of prenatal care, especially with poorly controlled diabetes, can result in death of the baby. Have your daughter see an Ob/Gyn as soon as possible.Submitted by New Dad from Indianapolis, IN
Q: Dr. Jones, My first son was born about 13 weeks ago via emergency c-section because we learned he was breached after 8cm dialated. There was also merconium. Everything with the baby turned out well, though he is alergic to cow's milk. As far as mom, she began nursing, but she and baby kept passing a yeast infection back and forth and she quit nursing after about 6 weeks. She has also had 2 bladder infections to date. She had thought she still had one because she was experiencing itching and burning when urinating after sex, but would go away. She was tested by a general practitioner and there was no infection. She just went through her first period after the birth last week and now, she has started to notice some rectal bleeding. What should we do?
Answered 09/15/08 09:46:32 by Dr. Jones
A: New dad, Having some rectal bleeding may or may not be serious, depending on the situation. Rectal bleeding associated with hemorrhoids (which are common in pregnancy), and associated with constipation (also common), are usually nothing to worry about. However persistent rectal bleeding can be a sign of significant disease. If it persists, she should inform her doctor. As for the itching and burning after sex, this is also common, and usually not a sign of any problem. Try using some lubricant (K-Y jelly) before intercourse, and see if that helps. If it persists, she should talk to her Gynecologist.Submitted by from gulfport , mississippi
Q: Dr.Jones i'm a twenty nine year old female and I have been having trouble with my menstral cycle since I was sixteen years. I have been told by doctors that the only way I will have a period is if I take birth control. I've been taken them off and on for awhile but I have some serious side effects from taking them.So my question is what should I do about my situation i'm tired of being in pain when i'm not bleeding and being in serious sometimes unbearable pain when i do eventually get a period. I'm frustrated and tired of being told that nothing is wrong. Do you have s suggestion for me.
Answered 09/15/08 09:42:06 by Dr. Jones
A: Gulfport, I am assuming you have had a complete evaluation, with exams, and blood tests, and everything is normal. That means you most likely don't ovulate, and no ovulation will lead to no menstrual cycles. Having no menstrual cycles due to no ovulation can lead to problems, such as uterine cancer, over time. Your menstrual cycles can be induced with either birth control pills, or by taking another hormone pill (progesterone). It is safe to take progesterone pills for 10-12 days every other month, which would give you a menstrual cycle every other month. You should ask about your options. Also, there are some new birth control pills available that you can take daily, and never have a menstrual cycle (there are no placebo pills in the pack). This is also safe, and will eliminate your menstrual cycles, without causing a risk of uterine cancer. Talk to your doctor about your options.Submitted by from biloxi,ms
Q: First I wanna tell you the dates of my last few periods, May-30th ending june-2, june-28 ending july 5th, july-23 ending july-29 and have not had a period since then.I also had some very light spottig, it was a brownish/clear color on the 18th,19th,and 20th of july. Im not on birth control and I also had unprotected sex on the 16/17th and the 18th, 19th and 26th of july. All of those time we used the "pull out method". But we also had unprotected sex on the 13th of august and that time he didnt pull out. So what im asking is do you think the reason why I have not started could be because im pregnant or something else? Im 21 and I already have a toddler. Im not trying to have a baby and I know I need to get a better form birth control. I would just go take a home test but for some reason they dont work very well on me because the last time I was pregnant I took 3 of them and they all said negative but it turned out I really was pregnant and I was like 7/8 weeks pregnant when I took the test. Ive been more tired and hungry lately and ive gained a little weight which just happens to be all in my belly. If you do think im pregnant when do you think my due date would be and how far alone I would be?
Answered 09/15/08 09:32:11 by Dr. Jones
A: Biloxi, I have no idea whether or not you are pregnant, but it certainly sounds likely. You can get a blood test if you don't want to take a urine pregnancy test. If by chance you are not pregnant, then you really need to get on some form of birth control, like you said, as the "pull out" method is not reliable at all.Submitted by tracey from houston, tx
Q: Hi Dr. Jones. I'm 34 years old and had a myomectomy in 2003 (fibroids have returned but are small, the largest being 3cm), a miscarriage at 6 weeks in June 2008 and a Leep last week. I desperately want to have a baby. Do you think there is any reason I will have difficulties getting pregnant or carrying to term? How long should I wait to start trying after the LEEP? I was told my fibroids didn't cause the miscarriage and there's no reason to suspect I will have another one. Also, from charting my cycle, I discovered my luteal phase is only 11 days. Could that be a problem? Thank you.
Answered 08/22/08 13:59:43 by Dr. Jones
A: Tracey, Each of the problems you mention can cause difficulty getting pregnant, or staying pregnant. Fibroids, depending on where they are located, and how big they are, have been associated with infertility. If your fibroids are small, and not blocking your fallopian tubes, they will probably have no affect, but fibroids and infertility are a controversial area. Having a Leep procedure probably will not have any impact on your fertility, as multiple studies have found that a single Leep procedure does not seem to impact fertility. Multiple Leep procedures can. And while a shortened luteal may be associated with infertility, I have to assume that since you were recently pregnant a few months ago, it probably has little affect in your case. I usually recommend waiting a couple of months after having a Leep procedure before you start trying to get pregnant, to enable the cervix to fully heal. You should definitely start trying again in a few months, and discuss these concerns with your doctor. Good Luck to you!Submitted by kim from dekalb il.
Q: I have been without a period for 1 year and the 13th Month there it is. I am 52 is there something wrong with. I was hoping I was all done.
Answered 08/18/08 10:34:55 by Dr. Jones
A: Kim, Post-menopausal bleeding can come from many things, some of which are bad, and some of which are not bad. You need to see your Gynecologist for an evaluation, to make sure there is nothing wrong.Submitted by Wanting from Biloxi, MS
Q: Dr. Jones, I would like to get pregnant in the next few months. However, we are planning a trip to Disney in February or March of next year. I am concerned that if I get pregnant I will not be able to ride any of the rides. My daughter is young, so we won't be riding any roller coasters or anything of that nature. Would it be safe to ride things like the Spinning Teacups? Or would it just be safer to wait until after the trip before trying to get pregnant. Thank you so much!
Answered 08/14/08 09:23:49 by Dr. Jones
A: Wanting, If you wait until a "convenient" time to get pregnant, you may never get pregnant. If you are wanting to get pregnant soon, just start trying now, and don't worry about future trips or plans. It will all work out. As for Disney, most of the children's rides are safe. You just want to avoid the fast and jerky roller coaster rides. The Dumbo Elephant rides, and other slow moving children's rides should be fine.Submitted by Renee from Biloxi, MS
Q: Hi Dr. Jones. My case is this; i am 25 yrs. old and have 3 kids. I had my tubes tied, cut, burned...clipped..one of the 4. i'm trying to figure out what my options would be to reverse this procedure. i have been completely miserable since this procedure was done and now have issues with female organs. also at the same time; i'd like to have another child. stating this; how safe would it be if i did b/c all 3 of my children were preemies...1st @ 31 wks., 2nd @ 26 wks., and last @ almost 35 wks. please give me some insight and possibly a price. Thank you so much....
Answered 08/14/08 09:21:02 by Dr. Jones
A: Renee, Having your tubes reversed is a costly surgery, and not guaranteed to work. Insurance companies do not pay for the surgery, as it is considered an elective procedure. The usual cost including hospital stay is somewhere in the 15-20 thousand dollar range. For a similar price, you can get In Vitro Fertilization done, which has a higher success rate. Most doctors will recommend IVF over tubal reversal, because the costs are similar, but the success rate for IVF is much higher (especially in someone your age). You should see a specialist. There are some in New Orleans, Mobile, and Jackson, who can give you more specifics. Once you decide if you want to pursue another baby, then if you get pregnant, you will still be "high risk" based on your history, but there are new medications you can take to decrease the risk of having another premature delivery.Submitted by Elizabeth from Houma, LA
Q: Dear Dr. Jones, I have taken two cycles of Seasonique. I was formerly using the NuvaRing, and after two years, wanted to try something different. I have noticed a weight gain of about 8 pounds since I began using the Seasonique. I have not changed at all my eating habits, nor have I decreased my physical activity. At 45 years of age, I realize that a lot of things may come into play here, but IS THERE any link at all between the oral contraceptive I'm taking and the "packing on of pounds"? Thank you!
Answered 08/11/08 11:11:55 by Dr. Jones
A: Elizabeth, Most of the oral contraceptives are considered "weight neutral", in that there should be no effect on weight (when all takers are averaged). This means that while some women will gain weight, some will lose weight, and most will stay the same, so that as a group, the net is no difference. Also, in your instance, the hormones in Seasonique are the same as the hormones in Nuvaring, the only difference being how the hormones are given, either by pill, or by vaginal ring. But, everyone is different, and gaining 8 pounds over 6 months is frustrating. You may want to go back to the Nuvaring...Submitted by Mrs.M. from Slidell,La.
Q: Hello,Dr.Jones,I'm wondering about your thoughts on avoiding periods using oral contraceptives,either by skipping the placebo pills or taking one of the brands designed to do that.I just started taking the generic for Yaz last week after weaning my 10 month old. I notice some of the pills marketed specifically for reducing periods allow for one every 3 months or so.Is there a physical reason that it would be preferable to have an occasional period,as opposed to none at all,by skipping the placebo pills every month? I understand that the bleeding that occurs while taking BCPs isn't true menstruation anyway,so is there any reason to bother with it? Thanks!
Answered 08/05/08 16:04:29 by Dr. Jones
A: Mrs. M, An excellent question. There is actually no medical reason to have a menstrual cycle while on birth control pills. The placebo pills are put in there to mimic your "regular" monthly menstrual cycle, so that by having a menstrual cycle every month, you know you are not pregnant, and you seem "normal". We now have extended OCPs, which as you know, are birth control pills that are taken for three months, and then have a week of placebo pills, to allow for a menstrual cycle. Even newer are some pills called Lybrel, which are OCPs with no placebo week, ever. So you take a birth control pill every day, and never have a period. However there is a trade off, in that the longer you go without a placebo week, the more likely you are to have spotting, or break-through bleeding, which occurs irregularly.Submitted by Mirena User from Gulf coast, MS
Q: Hi, I had Mirena inserted in May. I read one of the side effects was lower back pain and I am wondering if this will go away? The only time it really is happening is when I lay on my back to sleep at night. I am not really sure if it is even caused by Mirena but I never had this before. Also, do the symptoms of acne go away after a few months? How long should I wait before I know if this is something that is just going to stay? And, finally I have not had a period since I had it put in. I am still breastfeeding part time so is this normal and how long will it last? (all five years would be nice) Thanks, and sorry for so many questions.
Answered 08/04/08 11:07:23 by Dr. Jones
A: Mirena user, First, I'm not sure either if the Mirena is causing your back pain. That is not a common side effect, although it is possible. If it only occurs at night, when you lay on your back, it could be other things, such as a muscle strain, or a bad mattress. Second, the Mirena has no affect on acne; it neither helps it, nor makes it worse. And finally, having no menstrual cycle is common while breastfeeding, and with the Mirena, so it may be a combination of both. You will have to wait and see if your menstrual cycles stay gone, or return later (much lighter and shorter if they do).Submitted by chris from garden city kansas
Q: Is Endometrial ablation available in kansas and if so where. chris
Answered 08/04/08 11:04:16 by Dr. Jones
A: Chris, I have no idea, I work in Mississippi. You can call your Gyn doctors there in Kansas. Or, plan your next vacation for here in Biloxi (beaches, casinos, golf/spa), and come see me...Submitted by Birth Control Newbie from New Castle, DE
Q: Hello, I am 33 years old and have always had an irregular period. I recently was prescribed Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo. The insert says I can start the pack on Sunday after my period begins however, I am irregular.. so I haven't had a period yet. Do I need to wait until my period starts? I've gone as long as two months without a period. Or can I start it on Sunday in hopes that it will assist in producing a period when I move into the placebo pills?
Answered 07/30/08 09:11:11 by Dr. Jones
A: Newbie, You will do better to wait until your period starts, and begin the pills on the Sunday after it starts. Starting on any given Sunday at random will cause you to have irregular bleeding, and also will not be effective birth control for the first month. If you don't have a period soon, or if you want to bring your period on, you can ask your doctor to give you a prescription for provera, which is a hormone pill that you take for 10 days, and when you finish, your period will begin.
