What to Expect During Normal Labor and Delivery
By Nicole Lee Plenty, MD, MPH, MS, FACOG
Vaginal delivery refers to the natural process of giving birth through the vagina. It is typically performed without the use...
Read moreMenorrhagia (Heavy Menstrual Bleeding): Causes, Self-Care and Treatment
By John Thoppil, MD
Menorrhagia is the medical term for abnormally heavy or prolonged bleeding during your menstrual cycle. (1) What is a normal...
Read moreHow to Maintain Vaginal Health and Hygiene
By Jovana Lekovich, MD, FACOG
The vagina is like a self-cleaning oven. Just like any other natural body orifice (for instance, mouth, ears, or nose),...
Read moreBreast Cysts: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Self-Care
By Rachel Wellner, MD, MPH, FACS
What is a breast cyst? The breast is a complex gland consisting of ducts, lobules, connective tissue, and fat. On...
Read moreWhat is Vaginal Thrush and How to Treat It?
By Paulami Guha, MD
Key Points Thrush refers to the overgrowth of a yeast species known as Candida albicans and can affect both men...
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