The makers of the test that can detect the human papillomavirus (HPV) are advertising it heavily these days, which is of course fine. But I notice that some of these ads seem to suggest that the HPV test is…Read More
It's already mid- to end-of-summer and the back-to-school blitz has started. If you still haven't gotten out much, or if you simply need reminders on how to stay healthy in the summer months, here they…Read More
You expected to start your monthly bleed a day ago and now you're anxiously waiting. That anxiety will be present whether you wish to be pregnant or not. Of course, certain women whose cycles are always…Read More
I got an unexpected ultrasound report in my inbox this week concerning a young woman under my care who had recently gone for a routine GYN appointment. She was complaining of some painful and heavier-than-usual…Read More
During the first few days of breastfeeding, you wait anxiously for the milk to come in. Then follows a few weeks or months when you've got a great supply. You may have filled the freezer with pumped milk and…Read More
I've had a couple of visits with my doctor recently that left me a bit lost. First, I got news of an abnormal X-ray result and then, a month later, a disappointing ultrasound result, disappointing because it…Read More
Today, a patient asked for advice on treating his "IBS," which I took to mean his Irritable Bowel Syndrome. But then he explained that he was actually talking about "the other IBS," his "itchy butt syndrome." I…Read More
During Breast Cancer Awareness month, I urge everyone to take a moment to make sure their beliefs and attitudes about breast cancer are accurate. When we unknowingly are guided by myths or half truths, we may…Read More
October is here, and that means it's Breast Cancer Awareness month. Many folks are out there participating in walks and runs to encourage awareness of breast cancer and raise funds for education and research.…Read More
So, 4 months have passed in a flash and my husband has returned, fortunately unscathed, from his deployment in Iraq. Just after his departure, I wrote about the items that are important to do in regards to the…Read More
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