Month: June 2015

An ultrasound scan uses high frequency sound waves to create an image of the inside of the body. This procedure is commonly recognized as the method used to monitor babies growing inside the womb, but ultrasounds are not only used on pregnant women. Ultrasound imaging is also helpful in diagnosing certain health conditions, so doctors […]

For women who experience especially heavy periods that result in significant blood loss, the endometrial ablation procedure can be a good solution. This procedure is used to reduce menstrual flow, and in some cases, cease the menstrual cycle while keeping a woman’s uterus and other reproductive organs intact. Many women turn to it as an […]

For many women, aging skin is a big concern. The first signs of aging can become noticeable during the mid to late 20s and typically include the appearance of fine lines around the eyes. As women reach their 30s and 40s, deep lines around the mouth and eyes can begin to appear as the skin […]

A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure performed on a woman to remove all or part of her uterus. Depending on the reason for the procedure, a surgeon may also choose to remove other reproductive organs, such as the cervix and ovaries. Here’s more about hysterectomy procedures and the conditions they are used to treat. 6 […]

Most parents want to their children to be above average. But when it comes to birth weight, average is best. At birth, the average newborn weighs approximately 7.5 pounds. The normal birthweight range is anywhere between 5.5 pounds and ten pounds. Although there will always be outliers, around 95 percent of all newborns fall in […]

It is estimated that 1 in every 5 women suffers from recurrent urinary tract infections, also known as chronic UTI. Chronic urinary tract infections are infections of the urinary tract that do not respond to treatment. Here, you will learn the symptoms, causes, and treatments for recurrent UTIs. Symptoms of a Recurrent UTI Chronic urinary […]

Every year, the Center for Diseases (CDC) reports that there are nearly 450,000 babies born prematurely in the United States. That’s 1 in every 9 babies born before 37 weeks. There are a number of health risks involved with delivering a child this early in the pregnancy, including breathing problems, developmental delays and even death. […]

If you are planning in advance to deliver your baby via a cesarean section, you have the luxury of planning your due date and fully preparing yourself before welcoming your new addition into the world. However, having a C-section means you will be under heavy sedation during delivery and you will likely stay in the […]