Having a hysterectomy could increase your risk of urinary incontinence, a common condition in women. Understanding the links between the two can help you make the best choices for your health.
Oct 12th, 2020
Having a hysterectomy could increase your risk of urinary incontinence, a common condition in women. Understanding the links between the two can help you make the best choices for your health.
You know that a healthy diet is good for your overall well-being. But did you know that certain good-for-you foods can also help keep your vagina in good shape? Here are five vagina-supporting foods.
A Pap smear checks for the presence of abnormal cells in your cervix. Finding and treating abnormal cells early can prevent cervical cancer. If you’ve never had a Pap smear, here’s what to expect.
Getting checked for sexually transmitted diseases can help protect your health and prevent potentially serious complications. Find out when you should be tested.
Just because you receive abnormal results from your Pap test doesn’t mean you have cervical cancer. But it typically does mean you need follow-up testing and evaluation. Here’s what to expect after an abnormal Pap test.
Contraceptive implants have a better effectiveness rate than birth control pills. But does that mean they’re the best choice for you? Maybe. Here’s what you need to know about these two very effective options.
Uterine fibroids are a common cause of pain and heavy bleeding in premenopausal women. Here’s what you need to know about the four types of uterine fibroids, along with their symptoms and treatment options.
Heavy periods, unusually long or short periods, spotting between periods, bleeding after sexual intercourse, and other abnormal bleeding can have a range of causes. Treatment can relieve your symptoms.
If menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, loss of libido, or vaginal dryness are interfering with your quality of life, hormone replacement therapy could help. Learn about whether it’s right for you.
You may develop pelvic organ prolapse if you have certain risk factors. Learn whether you’re at risk and what signs and symptoms to look out for.
If you have pain in your pelvic region, you’re not alone. There are several conditions that cause women to have pain in their abdomen, lower back, or genitals. Here are a few reasons you may be hurting.
Hysterectomy, or removal of the uterus, is the second most common type of gynecological surgery among women of reproductive age. Here are five reasons
Endometriosis, a condition in which uterine tissue grows outside the uterus, can interfere with fertility. But treatment can make it possible for women with endometriosis to have successful pregnancies.
Certain factors — such as family history, ethnicity, obesity, diet, and hormone levels — can raise your risk of developing uterine fibroids. Learn more about what they are and how they’re treated.
Do menopause-related hot flashes, fatigue, and memory problems interfere with your ability to do your job? These eight tips can help you handle your menopause symptoms at work.
HPV causes the most common kind of sexually transmitted infection in the United States and affects more than 80% of women at some point in their lives. It can lead to genital warts and some kinds of cancer. Learn how to protect yourself.
As we get ready to observe National Osteoporosis Month in May, we’d like you to take time to think about whether you’re doing enough to keep your bones healthy. Here are five ways to maintain bone strength as you age.
Robots can now make your surgery — and recovery — easier. Learn all about the da Vinci® Surgical System, a minimally invasive procedure that incorporates laparoscopic surgery and robot-assisted technology.
If you’re having pelvic pain, don’t wait any longer to have it checked out. Pelvic pain can be a sign of a serious medical condition, such as endometriosis or infection. Treatment can provide you with welcome pain relief.
Don’t let the embarrassment of urinary incontinence prevent you from enjoying your favorite activities. Learn about the four types of urinary incontinence and get the treatment you need.
If you have endometriosis, you may struggle with infertility. Minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery can remove endometrial implants without harming your reproductive organs, making it more possible for you to get pregnant.
If you had estrogen-positive breast cancer, taking estrogen replacement therapy for menopause symptoms could increase your risk of a breast cancer recurrence. Instead, try these non-hormonal options.
As many as 10% of women have polycystic ovary syndrome, a condition caused by hormone imbalances that can lead to such health problems as infertility, excess hair growth, and Type 2 diabetes. Here’s what you should know about PCOS.
Many women develop ovarian cysts at some time in their lives. Although cysts often go away on their own, you shouldn’t ignore the symptoms, which in rare cases could be a sign of ovarian cancer. Be on the lookout for these 10 warning signs.
Menstrual bleeding is annoying enough, but heavy bleeding, also known as menorrhagia, is even worse. Not only is it annoying, but it can cause fatigue or iron deficiency. Learn five treatments that can provide relief.
When it comes to pelvic pain, it’s not always a good idea to tough it out. It may be a symptom of a harmless condition or could be a sign of something more serious. Knowing when to seek help is key.
If you need a hysterectomy, there’s an exciting new type of surgery available. Robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomies provide patients with many benefits, including faster recovery times and smaller incisions.