My interest in Women’s Health developed during adolescence about the time of “the talk” with my mother. I was pretty overwhelmed by the idea of puberty and disappointed that in the process I didn’t become the Barbie that I idolized. I especially disliked the traumatic experience of my first Pap smear. I was further bothered by the lack of normalcy my skin or cycles ever attained. ... http://health.yahoo.com/experts/ Fri, 17 Apr 2009 19:08:11 -0800 Yahoo! http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1891/fibroids-affect-50-percent-of-women/ About 50 percent of women have these smooth-muscle "tumors" within their uteri. I use the word "tumor" here simply to imply a mass—fibroids are most definitely not a cancerous growth. Fri, 17 Apr 2009 19:08:11 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1888/tips-to-manage-morning-sickness/ For some women, morning sickness can be the first symptom that alerts them to the possibility that they might be pregnant, especially if they haven't watched the calendar and didn't notice a late period. Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:58:55 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1879/losing-your-milk-supply/ Decide on a reasonable time period when you'll be able to breastfeed your baby. One month? Three? Six? Twelve? While the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends 12, the best goal is the one that you and your baby can realistically accomplish together. Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:57:47 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1877/dealing-with-bad-news-from-your-doctor/ I'm certain that after they leave my office, many patients will still have more questions occur to them, and I wonder now whether they know how to go about getting answers. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 01:43:35 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1872/diet-pills-the-side-effects-you-havent-thought-about/ I got a call last week from a young, healthy woman in my practice specifically asking for a diet aid. I found myself falling into my standard speil in which I try to discourage the use of such drugs. I hate taking on that preachy tone; I much prefer to support those I care for by encouraging them to eat healthy and exercise daily. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:57:15 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1868/the-itch-we-dont-talk-about/ The reality is that many people—very often women, especially after childbirth—are afflicted with itching around the rectum. Thu, 05 Feb 2009 19:38:45 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1867/zap-your-varicose-veins/ You've got an unsightly vein on the back of your leg and you wonder what to do about it. You've heard that lasers can "erase" varicose veins but learn that your insurance may not cover it. So what are your options? Fri, 30 Jan 2009 23:54:36 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1826/caring-for-your-aging-parent/ I also sense the frustration in the adult children of these elderly patients nearly every time I meet with them. The "kids" and I spend a lot of time trying to decide on treatment plans for each of their parent's concerns, treatments that won't cause the patient too much distress. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 01:14:08 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1446/how-to-start-a-weight-loss-program/ The 2 sides of the weight loss/gain equation mean that you have 2 ways to slow and reverse the upward trend toward overweight and obesity: Eat less and exercise more. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:29:54 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D. http://health.yahoo.com/experts/women/1429/5-breast-cancer-myths/ Consider the beliefs you hold about breast cancer and discuss them with your doctor; if erroneous, they may be holding you back from the best possible care. Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:48:39 -0800 Paula Kue, M.D.