Did you know that statistically women struggle with more eye health problems than men? There are many potential reasons why this is the case, but one of the most commonly cited reasons is that women live longer than men, on average. That makes the sting of dealing with one more health issue a little less […]
Women's Health Awareness
Anemia in Women: What Causes It, Common Symptoms & Treatment Options
Anemia is a condition that develops when you don’t have a high enough red blood cell concentration or enough healthy red blood cells in your blood. Red blood cells carry oxygen to your body’s tissues with the help of hemoglobin, which is a protein found in red blood cells. Hemoglobin contains a lot of iron, […]
OBGYNs and Sex Experts Say Blue Waffle Disease is NOT Real
So many rumors spread around the internet (and sometimes go viral) that aren’t true at all. One “disease” gaining a lot of attention lately is something called “blue waffle disease.” As a group of experienced OBGYNs, we want to make sure all women know that blue waffle disease does NOT exist. The fake STD was […]
Celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month by Scheduling Your Next Checkup
October has been National Breast Cancer Awareness Month since 1985. The National Cancer Society and various other health groups and drug companies are continually working to raise awareness for breast cancer, particularly because it’s become so prevalent. According to statistics, approximately 12 percent of women get breast cancer. Chances are if you don’t have it […]
Nocturia: Is Nighttime Urinary Incontinence Disrupting Your Sleep?
If you wake up to pee more than once during the night, you may have a condition called “nocturia.” People with nocturia either have low bladder capacity or produce too much urine during the night, or possibly a combination of both. Normally, your bladder should be able to hold urine for the typical 6-8 hours […]
4 Tips to Ensure Your Women’s Doctor Takes You Seriously
Many people, women in particular, often feel like their doctor rushes in and rushes out without really listening to their concerns about their health. Doctors are often short on time and have to get through a certain number of patients in a day, making them feel pressured to move on. In spite of this, it’s […]
