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IUD Removal

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Removing IUDs is an easy procedure that can be done in a clinician’s office and usually involves minimal pain.

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Vaginal Steaming? What the…?

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The proponents of vaginal steaming claim that the moisture, heat, and herbs, (often basil, mugwort, rosemary, and wormwood) nourish vaginal tissues and the perineum, promoting healing of many reproductive organ ailments.

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Cervical Health

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What’s the cervix and where is it?

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Vulvodynia – Pain Down There

A very challenging condition women come to me with is pain around their labia, vagina, and genital region

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Kegel Exercise: How To

Are you like millions of women who leak urine? Do you know where every bathroom is in a 5-mile radius of your house?

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Do You Have Normal Periods?

There are 1.4 million women in the US who are experiencing excessive, heavy menstrual bleeding, known as Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB).

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When Do I Need a Pap Smear?

Are you as confused as all of my patients about when to have a pap smear? Does it seem that every week, there’s a new recommendation?

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Kegels: There’s an App for That!

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I just gave a talk to 75 midlife women. When I asked them to raise their hands if they are experiencing a little leaking when they cough, sneeze or laugh, guess what? About 1/2 raised their hands. OMG!

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Don’t Make Me Laugh, Cough, or Sneeze

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If you’re like 1 in 3 women, you might be leaking a little, which is known as stress incontinence. Many women are also dealing with a sense of urgency, you know the feeling that you have to go and you need to go right this minute, get out of my way.

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Heavy Periods and How We Evaluate Them

Many teens, women over 45 and those with PCOS, are more likely to have a new onset of heavy bleeding. This is often caused by an imbalance of the 2 hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle, estrogen and progesterone

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This blog is intended solely to serve as a resource to health information and to provide you with basic information about the symptoms, cautions, and nutritional concerns related to all aspects of health. This blog does not provide a comprehensive explanation of all aspects of any health condition or concern or even those aspects that are discussed in this blog. This blog is not intended to be—and you should not use it as—a substitute for medical advice or health care given by a licensed health care provider. Be sure to see a licensed health care provider to help ensure your health and the health and well-being of your family.

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