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Women of all ages are encouraged to perform a self-exam of their breasts each month. While a mammogram is the best diagnostic tool for breast cancer, examining your breasts every month is the best way to become familiar with them so that any changes can be reported to your gynecologist. There are three ways to […]

Menstrual cramps afflict women of all ages. Many women mistakenly believe that they should rest during menstruation; however, resting can actually make cramps worse. Aerobic exercise and stretching can help relieve cramps. Here are a few stretches that can help with menstrual cramps. Yoga Stretch 1: Child’s Pose Child’s pose is a popular yoga move […]

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are an unpleasant and uncomfortable condition that affect roughly 50 percent of the female population. A UTI occurs when bacteria gets into the urethra. This bacteria can travel up the urethra to the bladder and kidneys, so it is important to seek out treatment as soon as possible. However, it can […]

Once you reach a certain age, you will find that menopause is inevitable. Usually the perimenopause signs will begin to creep in and soon enough menopause hits. There are, however, several things you should know about this part of your health. Perimenopause Is Still Far From Menopause Perimenopause is the slow transition into menopause and […]

There are several foods you should eat when you’re pregnant. Knowing what foods are best to eat helps ensure that you are providing your baby the right nutrition needed to further their development. Our team can work with you personally to create a diet that best suits your current health. Yogurt Eating yogurt is a […]

Some women fight a urinary tract infection only once in a lifetime; others suffer through them repeatedly. Most women will get a UTI at some point in their lives. While there are many suggestions on what to do when faced with a UTI, professional treatment is ultimately always required. Start With UTI Prevention The first […]

What Does Postmenopausal Mean? Most women experience the symptoms of menopause during their fifties. Though there is a great deal of information about menopause, many women are unaware of the unique health issues that occur during the postmenopausal stage. Postmenopause occurs after the initial onset of menopause. When a woman has not had her period […]

As women near their 40s, their ovaries contain fewer eggs than they did when they were younger. The body’s hormone balance begins to change and the menstrual process nears its end. Menopause typically occurs between the ages of 45 to 50. When menopause hits before that typical age range, it is considered early menopause. What […]

Women in the Lakewood area who are having trouble conceiving, take heart. The staff at OBGYN can help, and will check symptoms for a hormonal condition called PCOS that may be preventing you from getting pregnant. What Is PCOS? Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or PCOS, is a hormonal disorder that frequently occurs among women and disrupts […]

What age should your daughter be when you first take her to the gynecologist? There may be a few exceptions, but most experts suggest that a young woman has her first gynecologist visit between ages 13 and 15. Preparing Your Daughter for Her First Gynecological Exam Your daughter’s first visit to the gynecologist may include […]