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Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. It can have significant implications for mother and baby if left untreated. However, with proper management and care, you can minimize the risks associated with this condition. Obstetricians play a key role in overseeing the management of gestational diabetes. They ensure the health and well-being ... read more
What Makes a Pap Smear So Important?
While your Pap smear can feel awkward and uncomfortable for a few brief moments, its results are invaluable in maintaining your health. Pap smears, sometimes called pap tests, are a critical screening procedure for cervical cancer. What makes it unique is the way it can predict cervical cancer even before it happens. Why Is Cervical Cancer So ... read more
How to Treat Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Women who have polycystic ovarian syndrome may have irregular menstrual cycles—or none at all. They may also experience fertility problems, oily skin, and excess hair growth. It often affects women who are obese. While there is no specific test to determine if you have POCS, your doctor may do a lab evaluation and request a sonogram based ... read more
Everything You Need to Know about Human Papillomavirus
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a viral infection that causes warts to develop on different parts of your body, depending on the strain of the virus. HPV Is More Common Than You Might Realize HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI), affecting more than 42 million people in the United States, according to the Centers for ... read more
Why Ovarian Cysts Can Cause Infertility
As an internal condition affecting the function of the ovaries and uterus, ovarian cysts, when diagnosed, immediately trigger a question in patients about whether the ability to become pregnant is affected. Technically, they involve fluid-filled growth that starts on the ovary itself. They are confirmed with either ultrasound or a similar internal imaging tool, and doctors ... read more
Could Hypothyroidism Be Affecting Your Fertility?
Thyroid disorders are the most prevalent endocrine conditions that affect women. Hypothyroidism, in which the gland does not produce enough hormone, can cause issues with energy levels, mood, and fertility. Unfortunately, many women are unaware of how hypothyroidism presents, and they may write off the symptoms instead of receiving the treatment they deserve. While it can ... read more
What Is Premature Menopause?
The average age of onset for menopause is the early 50s, but some women experience this hormonal shift far earlier in life. Premature menopause causes the body to stop producing certain hormones and ends menstruation in a woman’s 20s, 30s, or 40s. As the ovaries no longer produce eggs, women who go through menopause early can have ... read more
Beyond Period Pain: Exploring the Impact of Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a condition that often remains shrouded in silence and misunderstanding. While many may be familiar with the term, the true impact of endometriosis goes far beyond the realm of simple period pain. This chronic medical condition affects millions of people worldwide, causing physical, emotional, social, and psychological challenges. Understanding Endometriosis Endometriosis occurs when tissue ... read more
Why You May Need a Thyroid Screening
Feeling under the weather for an extended period can mean various things. But if over-the-counter medication and sleep haven't gotten you feeling back to yourself, you may benefit from a thyroid screening. Thyroid malfunction, whether hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, can result in undesirable symptoms. Let's look at when to undergo a screening and how that can help ... read more
What Exactly Does an OB-GYN Do?
An obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) is a practitioner of medicine who specializes in both obstetrics and gynecology and the treatment and care of female reproductive health. Although both of these two branches deal with the female reproductive system, obstetrics focuses on pregnant women, while gynecology treats a wider variety of reproductive conditions and diseases. If you have ... read more