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 [...]
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 [...]
What is Maternal Fetal Medicine?
Maternal Fetal Medicine, often referred to as perinatology, is a specialized branch of medicine that focuses on managing and monitoring the health of both the mother and the developing [...]
Finding Relief: When to Consider Breast Reduction Surgery
Reduction mammoplasty or breast reduction surgery is a medical procedure that decreases breast size in patients. The procedure is mainly performed to help patients with disproportionately large breasts to [...]
Typical Treatment Plans for Ovarian Cancer
Most women diagnosed with ovarian cancer are not at high risk, and although there is no way to know for sure if you will get ovarian cancer at some point [...]
Ovarian Cysts vs. Ovarian Cancer: Symptoms and Differences
Even though ovarian cysts are common, it is natural to feel nervous or wonder if you are at risk of developing ovarian cancer if you discover them. However, having ovarian [...]
5 Things You Should Know About Cervical Cancer
I’m sure you’ve heard of cervical cancer, but you are probably lucky enough to not know anyone with this disease. According to TopLine MD OB-GYN Dr. Jennifer Schell, there is [...]
Women’s Health Tips
National Women’s Health Week is focused on encouraging women to take care of themselves and their health. By following these 8 tips, you can take steps toward improving your health [...]
more: Weird Vagina Treatments (And What Doctors Really Think About Them)
Celebrities and professionals alike all seem to be in the business of touting new and "revolutionary" treatments that guarantee a fresher, sexier, and healthier vagina, but is there any merit [...]
The Future of Infertility
When it comes to conceiving a healthy baby, there are many factors involved: personal health history, environmental exposures and even genetics, where our fertility potential is actually encoded in our [...]