Cervical Cancer
No matter who you are or your walk of life, you’ve likely been touched closely by cancer. It can happen to friends, family, co-workers, neighbors — and it can happen to you. If you or someone you love has recently…
How Thyroid Function Affects Your Menstrual Cycle
There are certain things most women are familiar with regarding the menstrual cycle — it can cause bloating, mood swings, cramps, and food cravings. From adolescence until menopause, they’re just a fact of life you learn to live with. But,…
Painful Urination
There are few things that raise alarm bells in people’s heads — like feeling pain when doing something mundane. It’s one of those things that are easy to take for granted — until suddenly — it feels like there’s something…
Questions You’re Too Embarrassed to Ask Your OB-GYN
Let’s be honest. Going to the gynecologist can be such an awkward experience. You get the most sensitive and private part of your body examined by a virtual stranger – with an assistant as an audience. You’re answering questions about…
Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Annual Well-Woman Exam
Going to the gynecologist is hardly anyone’s favorite activity. And if you have a long list of errands to run on a given week, it may be tempting to skip your annual well-woman exam. After all, buying groceries, taking the…
Yeast Infection: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, Treatment, Home Remedies
What Is a Yeast Infection? A yeast infection is a vaginal condition that irritates the vagina, extreme itching of the outer vaginal area (vulva) and “cottage cheese” like vaginal discharge. Symptoms are due to an overgrowth of yeast, called Candida…
10 Causes of Irregular Periods
Most women are used to having their periods since early teenage years. Cramps, breast tenderness, chocolate cravings, and mood swings are all part and parcel of having two X chromosomes. And, while it’s pretty common to assume that a standard…
Can You Have Sex the Night Before Your OB-GYN Appointment?
Going to the OB-GYN can sometimes be an intimidating experience. Some women worry about whether they smell clean enough, or whether they shaved their legs, or if they’ve trimmed or waxed their nether region. The reality is that none of…
Postpartum Preeclampsia
You’ve waited months and months, and now, your bundle of joy is here. You anxiously wait for your doctor to announce your clean bill of health and discharge you and your baby. For most mothers, the next time they visit…
Vaginal Discharge Color Meaning
What Your Vaginal Discharge Color Says Abnormal vaginal odor can leave you feeling uncomfortable, but it’s nothing to be embarrassed about. Think about it, when have you ever noticed another female’s vaginal smell? Chances are, you haven’t. Intensifying odor from…