Women should start thinking about adding mammograms to their health screening routine once they reach age 40. Though the mammogram is a simple noninvasive test, there are a few things you need to do to get ready for it so you get accurate results.
Unplanned pregnancies are more common than you might think. To stay in control of your body and your health, you may be thinking about family planning and birth control. What options have you been considering? Click here to learn more.
Thanks to advances in cancer research and testing, you no longer need an annual Pap smear. When you should get your next Pap smear depends on your age and your medical history. Click here to learn more.
COVID-19 has affected the entire world and impacted the way people do everyday things. You know your health is important, and you may wonder how COVID-19 affects your gynecological care. Click here to find out what you should know.
You started a new birth control and noticed spotting. Is that normal? Yes, for some forms of birth control, spotting does occur, but this side effect typically resolves within a few months. Click here to learn more.
A missed period, nausea, and tender breasts are early signs of any pregnancy. However, if you have severe pelvic pain, spotting, or weakness, you may have an ectopic pregnancy that requires urgent medical care.
It’s not unusual to feel nervous before a gynecology exam. But don’t let your nerves get in the way of receiving the care you need. Come prepared with a list of questions you want to ask your gynecologist during your exam.
Most women experience period pain at some point during their life. However, not all period pain is normal. If you have concerns about how much pain is normal during your period, click here to get the answers you need.
Like many women, you may be bursting with excitement during those first few weeks of pregnancy. You may also be anxious about your first prenatal checkup and wonder what to expect.
You can’t stop the “change of life,” but you don’t have to let your menopause ruin your sex life. Hormone therapy is an effective treatment for many menopausal symptoms, including your vaginal dryness and low libido.
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are 99% effective at preventing pregnancy, which means they’re as effective as tubal ligation, also called sterilization. However, IUDs are reversible, which may be one of the many reasons they’re so popular.
With so many choices, you may find it a bit overwhelming deciding which birth control is right for you. However, knowing more about your options and how they work can help you determine the type of contraception that works best for you.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) often develops during puberty. However, most women aren’t aware they have the gynecological condition until their 20s or 30s, when they’re struggling to get pregnant. Learn what you need to know about PCOS.
This new year, don’t forget about how important your preventive health care is. This is a great time to schedule an appointment that could save you from a host of long-term health problems.
A regular Pap smear screens you for cervical cancer, but you never truly expect it to come back as “abnormal.” This isn’t a diagnosis of cancer, but a call for further evaluation. Take a moment to learn more about what’s likely to come next.
While the human papillomavirus (HPV) is extremely common, many people still have a variety of misconceptions about the virus. Here are a few busted myths and important facts about HPV.
A hysterectomy is a major surgical procedure to remove your uterus. After a hysterectomy, some aspects of your life may be different. Read more to learn about what you can expect from post-hysterectomy life.
Chronic pain from endometriosis can linger, and it may feel like there’s no end in sight. If you’re a chronic sufferer, here are a few tips to help you manage the pain as you go about your daily life.
If you’re a woman entering menopause, you may start experiencing hot flashes or other physical symptoms you’ve heard about and have been dreading for years. But did you realize menopause can also affect your mental health?
Hot flashes. Moodiness. Weight gain. If you are experiencing a combination of menopausal symptoms that are disrupting your lifestyle, hormone replacement therapy may be an option for you.
Bleeding between periods is more than just a nuisance -- it could be a sign of a bigger problem. Read on to learn more about the possible causes of bleeding between periods.
Because having a healthy baby means getting healthy before you get pregnant, it’s critical to take preconception health seriously early on. A healthy baby needs a healthy body in which to grow. Here are some helpful steps to take.
Did you know that 10% of all couples have trouble conceiving? If you’re one of them and have been diagnosed with unexplained infertility, don’t give up. You can still have a baby! Learn about treatment options for unexplained infertility.
