Women’s Health

Plastic surgery is so common, it’s not unusual to know a few people who’ve had breast augmentation, a rhinoplasty, or liposuction. But when it comes to reconstructing the vagina, women are less willing to talk openly about it — or maybe they would be open about their experience if others bring it up. Either way, it’s […]

When it comes to contraception, the market has many options — birth control pills, Depo Provera injections, diaphragms, cervical caps, long-acting reversible contraception, and emergency contraception pills, to name a few. While these alternatives may be viable for many women, at some point you may be considering a permanent solution. Whether you have enough kids […]

The modern world comes with lots of technology and conveniences. Instant gratification is expected on a daily basis. Long to-do lists are commonplace. And — unfortunately — the incidence of malignancies and other health conditions have skyrocketed. In 2019 alone, there were more than 1.7 million new diagnoses and 606,880 deaths. Therefore, no matter how busy you […]

Planning to start a family can be one of the most exciting times of your life. You ask your friends who have children for stories. You read books and watch YouTube videos on the subject. You pick out names, imagine holding your little ones, and think about all the wonderful memories you’ll make together during […]

If you have ovaries and a uterus, you’re well aware of the ways in which menstruation can affect your life. For most women, it may mean experiencing cramps, bloating, and the occasional mood swing. But, generally speaking, it’s relatively easy to go on with daily life. However, if you have endometriosis, symptoms can feel severe […]

When it comes to reproductive health, there are several issues women are familiar with — such as premenstrual syndrome (PMS), contraceptives, and the need to get an annual well-woman exam. However, there are other concepts that are less recognizable, until an OB-GYN mentions them during a routine pelvic exam. Such tends to be the case […]

Sexually transmitted diseases are a taboo subject. Despite the fact that their incidence continues to rise in the United States at an alarming rate, being a statistic still carries a stigma. As a result, if you suspect having one — or if you’ve recently been at risk — you may feel scared, isolated, and afraid to ask […]

If you’ve never been to a gynecologist, you may have a lot of unanswered questions about your reproductive health. But, as with a lot of taboo subjects, you may feel like you don’t know who to ask for answers. One of the topics that tend to cause confusion among teenagers and younger women is their […]

When it comes to reproductive health, there are certain topics that some people find too embarrassing to talk about. One of them is vaginal gas — or as it’s more commonly known, queefing. Why does it happen? How common is it? What can you do to prevent it? And, is it ever a reason to seek […]

When it comes to sexually transmitted diseases (STD or STI), most people have at least heard of some of the well-known ones — such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV. However, those are only the tip of the iceberg. There are more than 30 different bacteria and viruses that can be transmitted through sexual contact. And, […]