Can Ovarian Cysts Cause Harm to My Health?
Ovarian cysts are sacs in or on the surface of the ovary. Most are harmless, but in some cases they can grow large or cause an obstruction. If you’ve …
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What Does It Mean When My Periods Are Unusually Heavy?
Menorrhagia is the medical term for menstrual periods that are unusually heavy or long. Many women experience heavy flow days, but unusually heavy periods are something to pay attention …
Understanding the Different Types of IUDs
Birth control provides women the freedom and comfort to live their lives without the stress and concern of unintended pregnancies. There are various methods of contraception, including intrauterine devices …
Why Are My Periods Unusually Heavy?
Heavy periods are not only distressing, they can interfere with your day to day life in a major way. Women with unusually heavy periods commonly report missing school days …
The Link Between Endometriosis and Abnormal Bleeding
Endometriosis is a gynecological condition that occurs when tissue that lines the inside of the uterus (endometrium) develops outside of the womb. While endometriosis can develop anywhere in the …
The Importance of Getting Pap Smears
Routine gynecologic care, including your Pap smear is part of staying well. January is cervical health awareness month, an excellent opportunity to increase awareness about screening to prevent cervical …
Understanding Your Birth Control Options
Contraception is an essential part of health care and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach for all women. Birth control is a safe and effective way to prevent unplanned pregnancies …
Does Having HPV Mean I Will Get Cervical Cancer?
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There are about 100 different …
What Tests Can I Expect During a Fertility Evaluation?
A fertility evaluation conducted by a fertility specialist provides the information and answers couples and individuals need in the process of diagnosing and treating infertility. A wide variety of …
Risk Factors for a UTI
Urinary tract infections (UTI) are very common, affecting one in five women at some point in their lifetime. Owing to their anatomy, women are more likely to develop a …
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