Anxiety affects every aspect of your body. It raises your blood pressure. It increases your blood sugar. Can anxiety affect your period? Definitely. We’ll take a closer look at stress and your period, how they interact, and help you find solutions to some common problems. Can Stress Cause Irregular Periods? Yes, particularly if you’ve been under…
Over the last decades, IUD birth control has dramatically increased in popularity. Why? This form of birth control is not only effective, but it lasts for several years, providing simple convenience for users. We want to provide the information you need so you can make a decision about what type of birth control is right…
You’ve probably heard stories about a first gynecologist visit. Maybe these were told by well-meaning friends or perhaps you saw these stories on the internet. We want you to know that some of these stories may not be true. We’re here to set the record straight. It’s perfectly normal to be a bit nervous or…
It’s a simple vaccine that goes a long way toward preventing cancer. Did you know that 80 percent of Americans will get an HPV infection at some point in their lives? According to the Centers for Disease Control, almost every sexually active person will get HPV at some point if they are not vaccinated. HPV…
Let’s be frank—heavy periods ruin the quality of your life. It’s more than an inconvenience. It’s a monthly reminder that makes it difficult to complete day-to-day activities. In fact, it’s one of the most common conditions we treat. But when should you be concerned? What is considered a heavy period? How much blood is too much?…
We know that every patient has a different labor and delivery experience, but in general, it takes around six weeks to completely heal from your C-section. “We realize many of our patients also face the challenge of caring for the baby while they’re recovering,” said Dr. Son. “The key is to only do things that…
If you’re pregnant, you want to ensure that your baby has the healthiest start in life. As a part of your care plan, you may be wondering about vaccines and if vaccinations are safe during pregnancy. We’ve got the information you need about vaccinations, why they are important, and how they safeguard the health of…
As the landscape changes and some aspects go back to normal, one thing about the coronavirus crisis is abundantly clear. Nothing will ever go back to completely “normal” again. COVID-19 has transformed every aspect of our lives—school is being taught online and social distancing makes it harder to connect with those we love. With all…
Can the coronavirus affect your unborn child? Pregnancy is a time of excitement and even some nervousness, but the presence of COVID-19 has created anxiety on a whole new level. Are pregnant women more likely to catch the coronavirus? How does it affect the fetus? Is the virus in breast milk? We’ve tacked some of…
It’s one of the most challenging times in our nation’s history. The coronavirus has created a strange, new world for all of us. This is a frightening and often confusing time. But we want to let you know we’re all in this together, and nothing will cause us to compromise your safety and the safety…
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