You’ve heard it often referred to as simply “the change.” Perhaps you know women who have lamented about hot flashes and night sweats. Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life when her menstrual cycle stops. It’s typically diagnosed after you’ve gone 12 months without a period. But what are the symptoms of menopause starting?…
For millions of American women, depression is much more than “the blues.” Clinical depression represents a chronic condition that can often be debilitating, affecting every aspect of their worlds. For many of these women, antidepressants have made dramatic improvements in their quality of life. However, can you take antidepressants while pregnant? You may have wondered about antidepressants…
After more than 30 years as a part of our Associates in Women’s Healthcare family, Dr. Gizzie recently announced her retirement. She plans to stop seeing patients in January 2021. In Dr. Gizzie’s retirement letter, she writes: To everyone who has allowed me to participate in your healthcare: It is with mixed emotions that I…
You’ve probably heard stories about a first gynecologist visit. Maybe these were told by well-meaning friends or perhaps you saw these stories on the internet. We want you to know that some of these stories may not be true. We’re here to set the record straight. It’s perfectly normal to be a bit nervous or…
It’s a simple vaccine that goes a long way toward preventing cancer. Did you know that 80 percent of Americans will get an HPV infection at some point in their lives? According to the Centers for Disease Control, almost every sexually active person will get HPV at some point if they are not vaccinated. HPV…
Let’s be frank—heavy periods ruin the quality of your life. It’s more than an inconvenience. It’s a monthly reminder that makes it difficult to complete day-to-day activities. In fact, it’s one of the most common conditions we treat. But when should you be concerned? What is considered a heavy period? How much blood is too much?…
We know that every patient has a different labor and delivery experience, but in general, it takes around six weeks to completely heal from your C-section. “We realize many of our patients also face the challenge of caring for the baby while they’re recovering,” said Dr. Son. “The key is to only do things that…
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