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How to practice good vaginal hygiene
We all want to practice good self-hygiene. But sometimes it’s hard to know what we should or shouldn’t do, especially when it comes to vaginal hygiene.
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Uterine fibroids: Symptoms and treatment
Fibroids, also known as myomas or leiomyomas, are incredibly common.
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You asked, we answered: If I've already tried letrozole to trigger ovulation, can I still try clomid?
We have been trying to get pregnant for almost three years now, and I tried letrozole last year. Is it possible to try clomiphene?
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PCOS: what it is and why it increases the risk of COVID-19
Some women have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and don’t even know it.
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You asked, we answered: I'm late, what are pregnancy symptoms?
There are many reasons why a woman’s period can be late, ranging from common hormonal imbalances to stress to pregnancy.
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You asked, we answered: I get really bad menstrual cramps, what can I do?
Pain associated with menstruation occurs in more than half of women. It usually lasts for one or two days per month, but can last longer.
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You asked, we answered: What causes an abnormal Pap smear?
My pap smear came back abnormal, but my biopsy was not concerning. What could be the cause of the abnormal results?
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You asked, we answered: Why am I itchy after getting an IUD removed?
I recently had an IUD placed and then removed a week later due to a constant itching sensation.
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