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Going to the gynecologist isn’t something women eagerly anticipate, but annual exams are essential for maintaining your reproductive and overall health. Whether it’s your first annual exam or a routine check-up, understanding what to expect can help ease any anxiety. How Should I Prepare for My Annual Exam?
As the cold days of winter approach, many women can’t remember why they dread that time of year so much. Then it all comes back to them. Winter is one of those seasons when their menstrual cycle goes haywire. Their irritability is off the charts,
As a pregnant patient, you may be aware of the importance of protecting your unborn child from various infections, including Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). RSV is a common virus that typically causes mild cold-like symptoms in healthy individuals, but it can lead to severe respiratory illness in infants,
Urinary incontinence—the involuntary leakage of urine—can significantly affect a person’s daily life, causing discomfort, embarrassment, and anxiety. While medical treatments can help, lifestyle changes play a crucial role in managing symptoms and improving quality of life. The good news?
How old is your baby? Most new mothers hear that question a lot. For the mom of a premature infant also known as a preemie, the answer can be complicated. So how exactly do you answer this person’s question? It’s really up to you,
Many people will ignore symptoms when they are afraid to find out what is going on with their body. It’s a common reaction to unknown issues, but it doesn’t make the problem go away. In fact, it can make it worse by waiting and then finding out the diagnosis later when treatment options are more limited.
Health professionals all agree that breastfeeding is the healthiest choice for babies and moms. It seems to come so naturally to many new mothers, so why do others find it so difficult? Don’t beat yourself up if you are experiencing trouble.
When you are having a baby, there are many scenarios that go through your mind. Who will the child look like? Will they have my eyes or my partner’s smile? Is it a boy or a girl? These are among the many happy possibilities parents consider,
Name something better than curing cancer? The answer is never getting cancer in the first place. It has been discovered that removing the fallopian tubes may prevent the development of ovarian cancer. Let’s take a deeper dive into tubal ligation vs.
Should I have prenatal genetic screening tests? This decision is a bit more consequential than deciding to find out the sex of your baby during the ultrasound. Prenatal genetic screening tests are optional and can tell parents whether their child may have certain genetic disorders or birth abnormalities.