You likely know that a yearly gynecological exam should be an essential part of your overall health plan. But you might be wondering … how often you should have a pelvic exam vs Pap smear? What’s the difference between a pelvic exam and a Pap smear, and what conditions do they screen for? Since pelvic…
Human papillomavirus (HPV) and herpes simplex virus (HSV or herpes) are both sexually transmitted infections (STIs), but they are not the same thing. In this article, we’ll take a look at HPV vs herpes, and discuss their similarities and differences, including symptoms, prevention, and treatment options. HPV vs Herpes: What’s the Difference? HPV, or human…
Pregnancy is a joyous occasion, but with that joy often comes concerns about the health of your developing baby. If you’re worried about the potential for chromosomal anomalies such as Down syndrome, non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) and other prenatal testing options can provide information about your baby’s risks for that and other genetic conditions. In…
When it comes to birth control, there are so many choices. We’ll work closely with you to help determine which one is right for you. But what if your period stops on birth control? Is skipping a period on birth control cause for alarm, and when does it mean you should schedule an appointment with…
Whenever you hear of a friend or family member having a baby, it stings a little. When you’re facing the struggle of infertility, you face a challenge that is not just physical, but emotional as well. You may be confused because you have other children…so what could be affecting your fertility now? Actually, it could…
Hot flashes. Night sweats. Vaginal dryness. You’ve heard the stories and, chances are, you’ve experienced these yourself if you are in menopause or perimenopause. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is frequently used to ease these symptoms. But some of our patients have concerns. Is hormone replacement therapy safe? And is it right for me? The answer…
Your love life just isn’t the same. No matter how you try to spice things up in the bedroom, you continually find that sex doesn’t interest you as much as it once did. Your partner may also find it frustrating, and this issue can cause intense, emotional discussions or even arguments. Then you wonder…”Is it…
Breastfeeding isn’t always easy. We’re bombarded by images in the media that make the process appear almost effortless. In actuality, breastfeeding can present its own special set of challenges—and as partners in your care, we want to help you overcome them. One challenge centers around how to increase breast milk supply. “We know a lot…
It’s never easy to wait. After your yearly mammogram, your mind naturally wanders to the horrible game of “what if?” You want your results as soon as possible, and you always breathe a sigh of relief when the results come back normal. But what if they don’t? Should you worry about an abnormal mammogram? These aren’t…
At your last mammogram, were you told you had dense breast tissue? If so, you may wonder what that means for your cancer risk and for your regular breast cancer screening. But what does dense breast tissue mean? We’ve had this question many times before, and we believe it’s important for you to get the…
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