Pregnancy is a time of significant change for your body, and keeping up with regular exercise can offer a wide range of benefits for both you and your baby. Engaging in physical activity during pregnancy is safe for most women and can enhance one’s overall well-being. Improved Mood and Energy Levels Exercise can help elevate mood […]
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Pelvic pain is bad enough on its own, but it can feel even worse when you don’t know the cause and feel helpless to solve it. At Huey & Weprin Ob/Gyn, our team of understanding women’s health specialists recognizes how much chronic pelvic pain can interfere with your life. Endometriosis and fibroids are two of the best-known causes of
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Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life that marks the end of her menstrual cycles and reproductive years. Here, we address some common myths and misconceptions about menopause to provide clarity and support. Menopause Only Affects Older Women A widespread myth is that menopause only affects older women. Menopause usually happens between the ages
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Essure is a form of permanent birth control where small metal coils are inserted into the fallopian tubes. It can cause tissue to grow around the coils and block the tubes. While Essure was initially marketed as a safe and effective method of sterilization, many women have reported adverse effects leading to the need for
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Birth control is widely recognized for its primary function of preventing pregnancy. However, its utility extends far beyond contraception alone. For many individuals, birth control serves as a crucial tool in managing a variety of medical conditions, from hormonal imbalances to chronic disorders like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis. This article will explore the transformative
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Congratulations! You’re having your first child! Childbirth is an exciting time for every new mother. As the pregnancy journey turns into motherhood, being uneasy and uncertain about what to expect is natural, so we’ve developed a list of 9 steps to help you prepare for the arrival of your new child. Get Educated You don’t know what
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Even though it is common, women don’t always know or report the symptoms of a urinary prolapse due to embarrassment, confusion, and shame. But, if left untreated, a prolapsed bladder can worsen. In extreme cases, it can lead to kidney damage or infection. What Is a Prolapsed Bladder? A prolapsed bladder, or cystocele, happens when the web of muscles
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Abnormal uterine bleeding generally means bleeding outside your “normal” cycle and can also be called “anovulatory bleeding” or “irregular period.” But like many things in life, the definition of normal periods is on a spectrum. No two people’s experiences are exactly alike. With that said, you know what your period feels and acts like month to
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Essure is permanent birth control that is 99.3% effective. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Essure in 2002. However, Bayer, the company that bought Essure in 2013, stopped selling the device in 2018, allegedly due to a decline in sales. However, in 2020, Bayer said it would pay $1.6 billion to settle almost 39,000
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The rate of sexually transmitted disease screening fell. At the same time, the number of STDs increased over the last few years, research indicates. STD testing is imperative to maintaining not just proper sexual health but overall health as well. Knowing when to get tested can be the first action in maintaining overall well-being and preventing or
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