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At Capital Women’s Care, we understand that life can be stressful—especially in our community, where many of our patients are balancing demanding careers, often in government or high-pressure roles. Lately, we’ve seen more and more women facing increased anxiety and stress, and we want you to know: you’re not alone. While we are not mental health providers, we recognize how deeply emotional health impacts physical wellbeing, including your gynecologic health.

The Connection Between Stress and Women’s Health

Chronic stress and anxiety don’t just live in your mind; they show up in your body. Many women are surprised to learn how closely emotional health is tied to reproductive health. Stress can disrupt your menstrual cycle, making periods irregular or more symptomatic. Women going through perimenopause may notice worsening hot flashes, sleep disturbances, and mood swings when anxiety is high. Libido changes and pelvic pain can also be connected to stress, creating a cycle that’s hard to break.

Our Approach to Whole-Person Care

At Capital Women’s Care, we believe in treating the whole person. During your annual exam, we now include simple screening tools like:

• GAD-7 (for anxiety)
• PHQ-9 (for depression)

These screenings help us better understand what’s going on, and when appropriate, we can guide you toward the right resources, including:

• Counseling
• Support groups
• Collaboration with your primary care provider on a treatment plan

You Are Not Alone: Support for Women’s Mental Health

We want every woman who walks through our doors to feel heard, respected, and supported. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and addressing it is a sign of strength, not weakness.

If you’re struggling with stress, anxiety, or feelings of burnout, we encourage you to talk about it during your annual visit. Whether you’re here for routine care, perimenopause management, or surgical consultations, these conversations matter.

Women’s Health in Rockville and Silver Spring

Our team of physicians and nurses at Capital Women’s Care is here to listen, offer guidance, and connect you with the care you need.

Call (301) 681-9101 or request an appointment if your mental health is impacting your gynecological health. We are here to support you.

When thinking about the main types of gynecologic cancers, the most important factor for women is to “know your normal.” Signs and symptoms can be different for each woman, so if you are aware of what is normal for you, it will be easier to spot any changes and catch problems early. With that thought in mind let’s discuss the five main types of gynecologic cancers and how they are treated.

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As if women don’t have enough pre-menstrual issues to deal with like bloating and irritability, now you are hit with menstrual migraines. All these unfortunate maladies are caused by those pesky female hormones. If you are a new victim or have been wondering about these especially painful headaches, keep reading. We will help with understanding menstrual migraines, including causes and symptoms.

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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, their menstrual pain seems to be worse than normal, and their periods seem longer. In fact there are similar issues when the weather turns warmer. There are some physical reasons why this occurs. Let’s take a deeper dive into seasonal changes and their impact on gynecological health.

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