Gynecological Health

Thousands of women are diagnosed with cervical cancer annually. Getting an annual Pap test can help catch this disease quickly and efficiently.

Nov 20, 2009 - Renee Holmes

New Pap smear guidelines for women have been released. This article discusses the new changes and how they differ from previous treatment standards.

Nov 20, 2009 - Alana Tutwiler

Primary peritoneal cancer often mimics ovarian cancer. Discover the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for peritoneum cancer.

Nov 17, 2009 - Miranda Miller

Women every year decide to have their tubes tied as a means of birth control. Some women now think the tubal ligation may be the root of various medical problems.

Nov 10, 2009 - Erin Oxendine

Many women have abnormal menstrual cycles, with heavy bleeding (menorrhagia), pain during periods(dysmenorrhea), bleeding between periods, or skipping periods altogether.

Nov 7, 2009 - Sharon Perkins

Women who want permanent birth control have a safer, easier alternative to traditional methods for tubal ligation, commonly called having the "tubes tied."

Oct 28, 2009 - Alex Strauss

Endometrial ablation involves removal of the lining of the uterus to treat menorrhagia or uterine bleeding. When done with water, this is know as hydrothermal ablation.

Oct 27, 2009 - Alex Strauss

Studies have shown Gardasil to be almost 100% effective in preventing the strains of precancerous cervical lesions it was designed to protect against.

Oct 8, 2009 - Ian Miller

Endometriosis causes severe pelvic pain during menstruation. Pregnancy, hormonal medications and surgery can counteract the growth of the endometrial cells.

Oct 2, 2009 - Brenda Lane

The diagnosis of amenorrhea can involve many methods of testing and may be a long process.

Sep 27, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Treatments for amenorrhea may vary and depend on the cause of the condition.

Sep 27, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a relatively common hormonal abnormality in women. Diagnosis is based on signs and symptoms; cystic ovaries are not always present.

Sep 22, 2009 - Stephen Allen Christensen

Learn about the HERA Women's Cancer Foundation and its Colorado and Utah Climb for Life events. Learn how to become a fundraiser for ovarian cancer research efforts.

Sep 21, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Although the concept of estrogen dominance hasn't gained secure footing among doctors, evidence supports its role in PMS, depression, and other syndromes.

Sep 20, 2009 - Stephen Allen Christensen

Taking the correct steps after a missed birth control pill can prevent an unplanned pregnancy.

Sep 18, 2009 - Staci Eastin

The menstrual cycle is the process of follicle growth, ovulation, and uterine preparation for pregnancy.

Aug 26, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Diagnosing amenorrhea can be a process involving many blood and imaging tests. Once the cause is determined, it is a treatable condition.

Aug 22, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Amenorrhea is the absence of menstruation and can be caused by one of several things. There are two types of amenorrhea: primary and secondary.

Aug 22, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Understanding the menstrual cycle is helpful in planning for pregnancy and noticing when a health problem may exist.

Aug 22, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Fibroids are benign muscle tumors. They are the most common gynecological pathology. They are treatable, although it is not always necessary.

Aug 22, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Many women have "tilted" uteruses, which are normal, anatomical variants. The position of a uterus does not negatively affects one's health.

Aug 22, 2009 - Diane Ursu

Pelvic ultrasound is a relatively safe method of examining the uterus and ovaries. It is used to diagnose fibroids, polyps, cysts, and other conditions.

Aug 18, 2009 - Diane Ursu

A pessary is a medicated solid form inserted into the vagina or urethra that aids women's health, particularly gynecological conditions.

Jul 30, 2009 - Lizzie Elzingre

Vaginal yeast infections are one of the most common gynecologic infections among women. Is there a way to treat them naturally?

Jul 30, 2009 - Kristie Leong

According to the Mayo Clinic In Rochester, Minn., 10,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. Of these 10,000 women, 4,000 will die.

Jul 14, 2009 - Tamara Frank