A Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive gynecologic procedure that allows your doctor to look directly at your your female reproductive organs. It can be used to diagnose problems that may not be detected during a physical examination or on X-rays or other tests. In some cases, Laparoscopy can even be used to treat gynecologic problems. Since …
Many women experience pelvic pain before or during their monthly menstrual cycles. Most of us just brush this pain off as an expected symptom of menstruation. However, other common causes of pelvic pain include Endometriosis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) and Fibroids. In some cases, pelvic pain may be a sign of a more serious medical problem …
Birth control pills are a highly effective form of birth control and have been used successfully by women throughout the world since the 1960s. However, they are only effective if they are taken regularly. For some women, this can be a problem. For women who travel frequently into different time zones or who are just forgetful when it …
It is February and love is in the air. It is almost Valentine’s Day, the day that people all over the United States and the world celebrate love and romance. But how did Valentine’s Day come to represent love and romance? No one knows absolutely how this came about but Valentine’s Day contains vestiges of …
Urinary Incontinence is a problem that affects many women, and affects more women than it does men. It involves the involuntary release of urine and the symptoms can range from bothersome to debilitating. Since the involuntary release of urine can be embarrassing for those who suffer from urinary incontinence, the problem often goes untreated. This …
A fibroid is a benign tumor that grows from the muscle layers of the uterus. This common condition affects many women around the world. In fact, about 20% to 80% of women develop fibroids by the time they reach the age of 50. Some women with uterine fibroids experience symptoms such as heavy menstrual periods, abdominal …
Have you ever heard the term “she died of a broken heart?” While breaking up with a boyfriend or going through a divorce is not usually life-threatening, it can be hard on both your mind and your body. A breakup can cause a lot of emotional strain leading to real physical changes in your body. …
If you are a woman and have vowed to lose weight in the new year, you are not alone. Every January, women all over the United States vow to lose weight and maintain a healthier lifestyle. If you have been to your neighborhood gym lately, or to a weight watchers meeting, you may have noticed …
Approximately 15% to 20% of women with breast cancer have a form that is often referred to as “Triple Negative Breast Cancer.” This name is used because women with this form of breast cancer do not have any of the three receptors (Estrogen Receptors, Progesterone Receptors and human epidermal growth factor receptor (HER2)) that characterize …
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