Hymen Repair
…case, there would be no portal for menstrual flow or healthy, normal vaginal discharge to leave the body. Also, the first rupture of the hymen, regardless of the method, doesn’t…
Miscarriage
…so discuss the timing of your next pregnancy with your doctor. Your doctor may recommend waiting a certain amount of time (from one menstrual cycle to 3 months) before trying…
Sarah’s Battle Against Pelvic Inflammatory Disease at Just 27
…discharge, and pain during intercourse or urination. For Sarah, the first signs were subtle—a mild discomfort and irregular menstrual cycles, which she initially attributed to stress and long working hours….
Unexplained Weight Gain and Irregular Periods? It Could Be PCOS
…are several key indicators that deserve attention. One prominent sign is irregular menstrual cycles, particularly when periods are skipped. If you’ve never experienced such irregularities before, PCOS is unlikely to…
PCOS: Truths and Misconceptions
…complex condition with a variety of symptoms, including: Irregular or absent menstrual cycles Excess hair growth (hirsutism) Acne Thinning hair on the scalp Weight gain or difficulty losing weight Darkening…
Pelvic Pain – Your Mother Was Wrong
…questions, which helps your GYN understand your health history: When and where does the pain happen? How long does the pain last? Is the pain related to your menstrual cycle,…
Do You Really Need an Annual Every Year?
…pap smear every three to five years. However, any changes to menstrual cycle, abnormal bleeding, or vaginal pain or discomfort should warrant a call to your gynecologist. Do I Need…
How Old is My Vagina?
…cleans itself, it produces a white or clear discharge. Hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle affect the amount of discharge the vagina produces. Unless you’re having symptoms such as pain…
Endometriosis
…sex Fatigue In endometriosis, displaced endometrial tissue continues to act as it normally would — it thickens, breaks down and bleeds with each menstrual cycle. Because this displaced tissue has…
