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Many organizations have increased awareness about breast cancer in the last several decades. All this is good, but sometimes old wives tales or myths pop up and they are repeated and spread on the internet. Let’s give you the facts and 5 myths about breast cancer symptoms.
At Capital Women’s Care, we believe patients deserve to understand what’s happening in their bodies—not just to treat symptoms, but to feel empowered and informed. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, can be a confusing and frustrating diagnosis. It affects hormones, metabolism,
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome—often called PCOS—is a common condition that affects hormones, metabolism, and periods. It can show up in different ways: irregular or missed periods, extra facial or body hair, acne, or difficulty becoming pregnant. Not everyone has all of these symptoms,
We are aware of the recent statements made by Secretary Kennedy and President Trump regarding a possible causal link between Tylenol (acetaminophen) and autism. Autism arises from a combination of genetic and environmental influences, and conditions this complex are rarely explained by a single factor.
Each September, we take time to raise awareness about gynecological cancers, including ovarian, uterine, cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. These cancers affect thousands of women each year, and early detection and prevention remain the most powerful tools in protecting women’s health.
Many expectant parents consider a personalized birth experience to be an important, meaningful conclusion to their pregnancy journey. That may be why water birth is becoming an increasingly popular option for those seeking a gentler, more natural labor process.
If you’ve got a baby on the way and travel plans on the calendar, you may be wondering: Is it safe to travel while pregnant? The good news? For most moms-to-be with healthy pregnancies, traveling during pregnancy is perfectly safe—especially in the second trimester.
By David Wagar, MD – Capital Women’s Care If your 40s have started to feel strange — physically, emotionally, hormonally — you’re not imagining it. Perimenopause is real. For some, it’s subtle; for others, it’s a full-blown storm. But either way,
How can you tell if you have a uterine prolapse? In some cases, there may be no obvious symptoms at all. Yet, this condition affects up to 50% of women between the ages of 50 and 79. Keep reading to learn what uterine prolapse is,
By David Wagar, MD – Capital Women’s Care As Mother’s Day approaches, we pause to honor one of the most miraculous, powerful, and awe-inspiring realities in all of life: motherhood. To witness a woman create life—to grow a whole new person within her own body—is to behold something sacred.