Uterine fibroids (also called uterine leiomyomas) are non-cancerous tumors that develop from the myometrium layer of the uterus (the myometrium layer of the uterus is the soft, smooth muscular layer of the uterus.) They stay within the uterine muscle Read…
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What is a “Well-Woman Exam?”
Q: What is a Well-Woman Exam? A: A “well-woman” exam is the name given to the annual appointment with your physician. The purpose of this appointment is to serve as preventive care and to establish regular care appointments and a good…
Posted in Cervical Cancer/Pap Smear, Examinations
Thank you, Veterans!
I want to extend a special thank you to all the men and women who served in our military and armed forces. Whether you served four years or forty years, we appreciate your service. Read More…
Posted in Uncategorized
Recommendations for IUD Insertion Comfort
The Mirena IUD is a very common form of birth control that is a great choice for many women. It is also a popular treatment for ladies who struggle with a variety of gynecological issues (such as heavy bleeding) and are…
Posted in Birth Control, Examinations
Prelief Customer Survey and Free Trial (while supplies lasts)
If you suffer from Interstitial Cystitis and use Prelief, this blog is for you. Prelief, as you know, is an over-the-counter pill that is taken with problematic foods like coffee, orange juice, or spicy foods that actually removes the acidity…
Posted in Bladder, Interstitial Cystitis
Determining Abnormal Symptoms; Gynecology
Most doctors will tell you that if you experience abnormal symptoms to let them know. But what if you’ve gone your whole life with abnormal symptoms and you never knew they were abnormal because they were always normal for you? For example, if…
Posted in Anxiety, Bladder, Bowel Movements, Depression, Pain/Chronic Pain, Periods/Menstruation, Symptoms, Treatments
PCOS Overview and Symptoms
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine system* disorder that affects the ovaries and sex hormones of women. It is estimated that between 5 and 10% of women are affected in the United States alone, and many are not diagnosed…
Heavy Bleeding; Causes and Treatments
Heavy menstrual bleeding is commonly caused by the lining of the uterus becoming too thin or too thick. Estrogen and Progesterone are the two hormones responsible for maintaining the appropriate thickness of your uterine lining. When there’s a hormonal Read More…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! More and more women are surviving breast cancer thanks to better, earlier diagnosis and treatment plans. But this is still a huge problem today as Breast Cancer is still one of the leading cancers in women.…
Are you Considering a Hysterectomy?
One of the most common surgeries performed in our country, a hysterectomy is the removal of female reproductive organs. Whether you have recurring Endometriosis, uncontrollable heavy bleeding, or extreme pain, hysterectomy is an option– but it is a Read More…