You have probably heard of HPV before but do you really know what it is? HPV stands for Human Papillomavirus: the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). There are over forty different types of HPV that can affect the genitals of males and females. They can also affect the mouth and throat. HPV is most …
You are about to go on a much-needed, tropical vacation with your husband. Time for some much needed rest and recuperation and maybe even a little bit of romance. With all of the kid’s school work and activities, you feel like you have barely had any time to actually talk to your husband lately. Now that …
You may have heard of a Nuchal Translucency Ultrasound but are not really sure what it is? A Nuchal Translucency Ultrasound, sometimes referred to as an “NT” or a “nuchal fold scan”, is a non-invasive test used to help your practitioner assess your baby’s risk of having Down’s Syndrome or other chromosomal abnormalities. It can …
Are you struggling with infertility? Have you tried for many frustrating months to become pregnant without success? If you are, it is really important for you to get familiar with your menstrual cycle. Timing intercourse around the most fertile time of your cycle can greatly increase your chances of conceiving. However, a recent Australian survey …
Hydrothermal Ablation (HTA) is a minimally invasive gynecologic procedure used to treat women with excessive or irregular uterine bleeding. It involves inserting a small probe into the uterus and flushing the uterine cavity with heated water to destroy most or all of the endometrium (the inner lining of the uterus). No incision is needed. It …
The nursery is draped in pink complete with a crib, rocker, stuffed animals, diapers, a diaper pale and a closet full of adorable, tiny clothes. Your baby’s name has been chosen and has been monogrammed onto blankets, pillows and dresses. Your hospital bag is packed, ready-to-go and sitting by the door. You have filled out all the …
If you wake up in the middle of the night soaked in perspiration and experience an intense flushing sensation starting in your head and neck and then spreading throughout your body, you may be experiencing hot flashes. Hot flashes or “night sweats” are the most common symptom experienced by women prior to Menopause (perimenopause) and …
If you suffer from urinary incontinence, you are not alone. Urinary incontinence or loss of bladder control is a common problem and can be very embarrassing for the patients who suffer from it. The severity can range from mild (occasionally leaking urine when you sneeze or cough) to severe (not making it to the bathroom …
Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that develop within the uterine wall. They occur in up to 1/3 of all women and are currently the leading cause of hysterectomies. Symptoms may include excessive menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain and infertility. An abdominal myomectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove uterine fibroids. An abdominal myomectomy is performed in …
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