The female body is an interesting thing. While some women have no problem conceiving a child, many women try to get pregnant for years without any luck. When it comes to conceiving, women are more fertile some days than others…
In the United States alone, one in every four women will die of heart disease. That’s why it’s so important to maintain a healthy lifestyle and see your doctor regularly to reduce your risk of heart disease and heart disease-related…
In the past, a skipped period was a sign of pregnancy or menopause. However, thanks to the development of oral contraceptives, women can take control of their menstrual cycles and choose to avoid that time of the month. While most…
The holidays are one of the most exciting times of the year. But between parties every weekend, lack of sleep, not-so-healthy foods, and increased stress from finding those perfects gifts for your loved ones, the holidays can take a toll…
Many women in the United States suffer from a condition called uterine fibroids. While some women are able to manage their fibroids with the use of muscle relaxers, pain pills and other temporary relief items, other women may require surgery…
According to the American Cancer Society, at least 12,000 women in the United States alone will be diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer. At OB-GYN Women’s Centre of Lakewood Ranch, we are committed to lowering this number by encouraging more women…
There are countless reasons to breastfeed your child, but nursing can be a challenge for many women. New mothers are often unsure of where to even begin this process and what they can do to keep themselves and their child…
If you’re one of the nearly 60 percent of women who have to deal with menstrual cramps, we understand how frustrating it can be to deal with the debilitating pain every month. Fortunately, there are lots of ways you can…
Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become weak or fragile due to loss of bone density. Though it normally occurs in older women, osteoporosis can happen at any age. Having a small frame, a family history of the…
If you suffer from migraines, you know how debilitating the headaches can be—especially when you can’t pinpoint what causes your symptoms. It turns out your menstrual cycle may be guilty of triggering migraine headaches. Fortunately, however, this is an issue…
