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Clinically Speaking: What Are the Surgical Treatments for Fibroids?

An OB-GYN surgeon talks treatments and options for these common uterine growths

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Conversación sobre la salud: ¿Qué son los tratamientos quirúrgicos para fibromas?

Una cirujana ginecóloga obstetra habla sobre los tratamientos y opciones para estas protuberancias uterinas frecuentes

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Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About OB-GYN Robotic-Assisted Surgery

The field of robotic-assisted OB-GYN surgery is growing. Here’s what you should know.

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Fast Facts: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Across Your Lifespan

This hormone condition can be challenging and lead to additional health problems as you age. Here’s what you need to know.

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Is It Endometriosis or Endometrial Cancer?

How to tell the difference about these conditions with similar symptoms and what to do about it either way

Fibroids Are a Whole Person Issue

Fibroids Are a Whole Person Issue

8 out of 10 women will have fibroids by the time they’re 50. Learn how living with fibroids affects overall health and what different treatment options are available.

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Is a Treatment Option for Fibroids

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Is a Treatment Option for Fibroids

Most women with fibroids don’t need treatment. However, for those that do, RFA is an option.

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A Doctor Talked Me into Getting a Hysterectomy to Cure My Endometriosis. She Was Wrong.

I wish doctors had listened to me, and I wish I’d known to advocate for myself

The Female Reproductive System

The Female Reproductive System

From your first menstrual cycle to menopause, here’s a brief look at the female reproductive cycle

15 Minutes With: Ashley Winter, M.D., Talks Urology, Sex and All Things Vaginas

15 Minutes With: Ashley Winter, M.D., Talks Urology, Sex and All Things Vaginas

We talked with the waves-making urologist about estrogen, what really causes UTIs and more

Top Facts You Need to Know About Medical Abortion

Top Facts You Need to Know About Medical Abortion

What is medical abortion? How does it work? Where can you get it?

11 Things That Heaviness in Your Pelvic Area Might Mean

11 Things That Heaviness in Your Pelvic Area Might Mean

Lots of things can cause a feeling of heaviness in your pelvic area. Learn the most common causes — and when you should seek medical attention

New Survey, New Insight

New Survey, New Insight

We asked you to share your experience with birth control pills, menopause and hormone therapy. Here are the surprising results.

Las Secreciones Vaginales Proporcionan Claves Acerca De Tu Salud Y Fertilidad

Las Secreciones Vaginales Proporcionan Claves Acerca De Tu Salud Y Fertilidad

Es normal para las mujeres notar cambios de las secreciones vaginales en momentos diferentes

Vaginal Discharge Provides Clues to Your Health and Fertility

Vaginal Discharge Provides Clues to Your Health and Fertility

It’s normal for women to notice changes in vaginal discharge at different times

What You Need to Know About the Mini Pill

What You Need to Know About the Mini Pill

Learn about this progestin-only oral contraceptive pill

What You Need to Know About Surgical Menopause

What You Need to Know About Surgical Menopause

Surgical menopause is caused by the removal of the ovaries — and it can have lasting health impacts beyond just your reproductive system

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Why Hormonal Birth Control Is So Important to Women’s Healthcare

Contraceptives are used for many important health concerns beyond preventing pregnancy

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And Just Like That … I Had a Flash Period

Are flash periods real or just TV drama?

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What You Need to Know About Uterine Fibroids

Get the facts about this common condition

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Ask the Expert: What Causes Painful Periods?

OB-GYN Dr. Mary Jane Minkin explains period pain

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Why You Need to Advocate for Yourself and Create a Pain Management Treatment Plan Before Surgery

You may be taking opioids unnecessarily. A conversation with your doctors on your pain management options can help.

Teffani Johnson

I Could Have Stopped Cervical Cancer With a Routine Test

As a new mom at 46, I let life get in the way of my personal health