Women’s Health

bacterial vaginosis

What is Bacterial Vaginosis?

April 16, 2019

When it comes to reproductive health, many women are afraid to ask candid questions due to embarrassment or fear of being judged. However, failing to talk honestly about what may be going on in your vagina can lead anywhere from daily discomfort to serious health complications. One of the most common vaginal infections is Bacterial […]

What You Need to Know About Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

What You Need to Know About Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

March 14, 2019

Hearing from your gynecologist that you have a sexually transmitted disease (STD) is disturbing, to say the least. Feelings range from shock, anger, sadness, and fear, to wondering what to do next. Is there a cure? How is it manage? How do you tell an intimate partner? One of the most common STDs is Human […]

how hormones affect womens health

How Hormones Affect Women’s Health

February 16, 2019

It’s very common to blame hormones for everything: For feeling moody, for getting emotional, for getting nostalgic, or having hot flashes. But how much do you really know about them and the role they play in women’s health? In aims of helping you better understand hormones and their functions in the human body, below is […]

what-is-amenorrhea

What Is Amenorrhea?

January 31, 2019

Sometimes women don’t get their period, even though they have gone through puberty, aren’t pregnant, and aren’t experiencing menopause. This is called amenorrhea. Although amenorrhea is not a disease and is typically not harmful, you should still talk to your doctor if you never get your period. Primary and Secondary Amenorrhea There are two types […]

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What Is an Ectopic Pregnancy?

January 29, 2019

In order for a woman to get pregnant, the ovary has to release an egg into the fallopian tube. Here, it stays for around 24 hours, waiting to come into contact with sperm. If the egg is fertilized, it stays in the fallopian tube for three to four days before moving to the uterus. Once […]

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How Does Diabetes Affect Pregnancy?

December 18, 2018

If you are currently expecting or hoping to be in the future, congratulations! This is undoubtedly an exciting time in your life. But what if you have diabetes? Can you deliver a healthy baby? Should you even try to conceive? Women who have diabetes can and do bring healthy babies into the world every day […]

Incurable STDs

Incurable STDs

August 23, 2018

Learning that you have a sexually transmitted disease (STD or STI, sexually transmitted infection) is scary. Depending on the type of disease, you may deal with pain, unsightly discharge, and a list of other unpleasant symptoms. You’ll also deal with the embarrassment that comes with having to tell a partner or a person you just […]

Which STDs are Tested for During a Routine Gynecological Exam?

Do Gynecologists Test for STDs?

April 20, 2018

Going to the gynecologist is hardly anyone’s favorite activity. You have to step on a scale and hear how much you weigh. You have to fully undress in a cold room with fluorescent lights. You have to sit there, naked, save for a thin paper robe, then lay down and spread your knees apart so […]

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Gonorrhea, Chlamydia and Syphilis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

March 15, 2018

When it comes to “freaking out worthy” events, being diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease comes pretty close to the top. What will happen to your nether regions (or your throat)? Do they have a cure? How are you going to share this information with future sex partners? You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Understanding […]

5 Home Remedies for Vaginal Odor

How to Get Rid of Vaginal Odor (5 Home Remedies)

February 22, 2018

Vaginal Odor: Causes, Home Remedies, When to see a Doctor You may be asking yourself, “is it normal to have vaginal odor?” If you’re experiencing unfamiliar scents from your vagina, you’re not alone. In fact, this is an ordinary situation for most women. Vaginas emit natural odors, but what exactly is the difference between a […]