Endometriosis affects roughly 10% (about 190 million) of women and girls at reproductive age worldwide. So why is this condition talked about so little? Here’s what you need to know about endometriosis and how an endometriosis specialist can help.
Choosing the right birth control for your body is no simple task. With over 12 different options out there and more on the way as new technologies develop, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is right for you. Ideally, you want to get it right on the first try and not have to […]
Melatonin is one of the most common supplements out there. It aids in helping you fall asleep faster and stay asleep through the night. Millions of people who suffer from insomnia take melatonin, sometimes on a nightly basis for weeks at a time. In addition, hormonal birth control is just as—if not more—common, with millions […]
When you think of birth control, you probably think of The Pill. Maybe you think of devices and methods you’ve seen from commercials or TV shows. Whatever comes to mind, there are plenty of birth control options available, both hormonal and non-hormonal.
The morning-after pill is a common form of contraception, but how does it work? How is it safe to use? How often should women use it? The “morning-after pill” is one of many types of birth control, with its own side effects and risks. However, it should not be your primary form of birth control. […]
From reducing hormonal acne to regulating menstrual cycles, birth control can do so much more than preventing pregnancy. Here are just a few of birth control’s benefits that you may be able to get when you visit an OB/GYN.
Your gynecologist or OB/GYN should be the person you are as honest as possible with about your female health. It may seem TMI to tell your doctor certain things, but trust us—no amount of information about your body is too much for your OB/GYN in Miami. Help your doctor give you the most accurate diagnoses […]
This year, Thanksgiving falls on November 26—the same date as National Family Health History Day! Many healthcare providers encourage patients to use this day as a way to have important conversations about the history of health in your family, so what better day to do that than Thanksgiving? When you’re sitting down with your family […]
We’re going back to the basics! Many young girls learn about the female reproductive system and the menstruation cycle for the first time in school or at home. Still, to stay healthy as you get older, it’s important to refresh your memory and stay current on female health topics and birth control care developments. Here’s […]
How Stress Affects Your Menstrual Cycle Regular menstrual cycles usually indicate normal hormone levels and are a sign of overall female health.
