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Women’s wellness: How to be your best self in your 50s

Healthy Living

May 31, 2021

In your 50s, being your best self is up to you.“For women in their 50s, a common myth is that ‘I’m getting old, and I’m going to slow down,’” said Patricia J. Sulak, MD, a gynecologist on the medical staff...

Women’s wellness: How to be your best self in your 20s

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May 14, 2021

As a woman leaves the teenage years and enters into her 20s, she is sure to encounter many changes. Not only is she becoming more independent in her world, establishing more mature relationships and possibly planning her family, she is...

Is it normal to… pee when I sneeze?

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May 6, 2021

So, you’re wondering if it’s unusual to experience urinary leakage when you sneeze. If you’re asking yourself this question, you’ve come to the right place. You do not have to live with urinary leakage — while this is common, it...

Why you should never skip a mammogram

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Apr 30, 2021

We’ve known for a long time that mammograms are an important wellness tool for all women to keep up with as they age. But now, we have even more proof. In a recent study, women who completed consecutive regularly scheduled appointments...

Mom Wrist? Coping with hand and wrist pain during pregnancy and early parenthood

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Apr 12, 2021

When most people think of aches and pains associated with pregnancy, they likely think morning sickness, backaches and sore feet. Issues with the hands and wrists would probably not even make the list. That is, unless you are among the...

Physical therapy exercises for urinary incontinence

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Apr 8, 2021

Laugh and you leak? Unlock your door and you leak? Rush to the bathroom and you leak? Urinary incontinence can be embarrassing, but the good news is there are many treatment options. Let’s dive in to what urinary incontinence is...

Afraid to bring up sensitive topics with your OBGYN? Why it’s worth mentioning

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Oct 7, 2020

We’ve all been there — debating whether to ask what might sound like a stupid question.  Should I ask? Is this dumb? What will they think of me?  It’s bad enough when it’s about minor things like clarifying work assignments or...

Female pelvic pain: Is it endometriosis?

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Jul 28, 2020

Let’s face it — pain is subjective and therefore, difficult to quantify. When experiencing female pelvic pain, many women find it challenging to figure out what is causing their pain and why. Is it indicative of a pathologic process like endometriosis...

Can heavy earrings hurt your earlobes?

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Jun 23, 2020

They always seem to be trendy and in style. However, heavy earrings can be a dangerous fashion accessory.Richard Ha, MD, a plastic surgeon on the medical staff at Baylor University Medical Center, said he sees the damage of heavy earrings far too often...

How to choose the right OBGYN for you

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Feb 17, 2020

How do you go about choosing an OBGYN? How do you find that person who will truly get you? Who will celebrate with you in joy, comfort you in sorrow, answer all your pregnancy and menopause questions, hold your hand...

11 powerful stories from women who inspire us for the better

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Mar 7, 2019

Women in medicine — both past and present-day pioneers — charter new territory, drive boundless innovation and inspire thousands of futurists to further advance a lasting legacy. From Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, to the first mother to...

Heavy periods and what you can do about it

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Dec 6, 2018

It is called many things in our society — Aunt Flo, the Crimson Tide, Mother Nature’s Gift — but it’s more commonly known as your period. For many, these few days out of the month are nothing more than a...

Is birth control right for you? Understand your options

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Oct 16, 2018

Have you been thinking about getting on birth control, switching birth control methods or want to know if it might be a viable treatment option for your symptoms? As an OB/GYN, I understand every woman has unique needs, and when...

5 things every woman should know about cervical cancer and HPV

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Aug 28, 2018

What is cervical cancer?Cervical cancer is one of the few cancers known to be caused by a virus known as human papilloma virus (HPV). There are about 200 types of HPV, including low-risk strains that can cause warts and high-risk...

Why you should continue seeing your OBGYN after having children

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Aug 8, 2018

If you have kids, hopefully you had a friend and ally in your OBGYN. This is one friendship you want to keep. Many women consider their obstetrician-gynecologist (OBGYN) to be their primary care provider, particularly during the childbearing years. You...

Ladies, there’s a solution for urinary incontinence

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Apr 26, 2018

Every year, thousands of people across the globe tie up their shoelaces and run 26.2 miles for the title of ‘marathon runner’. Friends, family and fans watch from afar as their loved ones cross the finish line in the grueling,...

How to talk to your daughter about puberty

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Sep 10, 2017

If you have a daughter approaching puberty, you might be apprehensive or unsure what to expect. Of course, you once went through puberty yourself, but it’s a little different when you’re watching these changes happen in your child.She’s bound to...

Think age is the cause of bladder problems? Not necessarily

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Jul 10, 2017

We don’t like to talk about it (except maybe with our closest friends) but if you’re over 60, you’ve likely experienced a leaky bladder or some form of urinary incontinence (UI) — the lack of voluntary control of your bladder...

Do you really need to see your gynecologist every year?

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Jul 6, 2017

Going to the gynecologist is not something you necessarily look forward to. But as a woman, this annual appointment is essential for disease prevention and your relationship with your OB/GYN is a critical part of your health care at every...

Why women should care for their bone health

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Jul 5, 2017

Let’s be honest: bone health is not a thrilling topic. But it plays an important role in our overall well-being, both now and in the future. Our bones are the foundations of our bodies and we must protect them as...