How STDs Affect Pregnancy
Understanding how sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can impact pregnancy is a crucial topic for expectant parents and anyone hoping to conceive. STDs like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and others without visible symptoms [...]
Urinary Incontinence Causes and Treatments
Urinary incontinence – or loss of bladder control – is a common yet often embarrassing problem. The severity can range from leaking small amounts of urine when you cough, sneeze, [...]
A Detailed Guide to Birth Control Methods
By definition, birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. If you’re sexually active and don’t want to become pregnant, you must choose a form of birth control and [...]
PCOS and Its Impact on Fertility
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that has no cure and affects millions of women around the world. The World Health Organization estimates that PCOS affects up [...]
The Importance of Pelvic Exams: What Women Need to Know
Regular visits with a gynecologist are an essential part of women’s health – and pelvic exams are vital. Pelvic exams play a critical role in detecting potential health issues [...]
Menstrual Irregularities: What’s Normal and What Isn’t
Up to 25% of women experience menstrual irregularities, making it a common health issue. An irregular menstrual cycle is when your period is shorter, longer, lighter, heavier, or more [...]
Understanding Nighttime Hot Flashes: Causes and Solutions for Better Sleep
Nighttime hot flashes are impossible to ignore – the burst of intense heat, your pajamas and bed sheets soaked in sweat, uncomfortably flushed skin, and more. These startling episodes [...]
Understanding Your Cycle: Cramps Before, During and After Your Period
Menstrual cramps are an uncomfortable yet completely normal part of a woman’s cycle. However, just as no two women are exactly alike, neither are their menstrual cramps. Some women [...]
Burning When You Urinate? Understanding Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are an uncomfortable yet incredibly common issue affecting millions of people worldwide each year. If you’ve ever had a UTI, you’re probably familiar with the [...]
How to Talk to Your Teen About Sex
If you are the parent of a teen or preteen, it may be worthwhile to take a moment to reflect on how much your child may be changing in the [...]