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What causes heavy periods?

I have very heavy periods. How can I tell if this is normal or not?

How can I prepare to talk with my health care provider about my heavy periods so I can make the most of my appointment?

A friend of mine uses a menstrual cup during her period. Can you explain what that is and what the advantages are of using one?

If I have a regular Pap test, do I also need an HPV test? I thought the Pap test covered HPV.

I'm 32 and have asked my health care provider for the HPV test, but she says I don't need it. Why?

I'm an active, healthy woman in my mid-50s. I have noticed some bladder control problems when I exercise. I never thought I'd have this problem. Is this just part of getting older? I'm not ready for this!

I just turned 30 and am going for my annual health checkup. What preventive health screenings should I expect?

I'm confused. What's the difference between the HPV vaccine and the HPV test? Should I have both?

If my HPV test is positive, what happens next?

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