Endometrial Biopsy explained!!
Endometrial biopsy is a procedure where the physician has to sample the lining of the uterus from inside to biopsy it so that we can rule out cancer.
Read MoreIUD check list
In an effort to make the IUD insertion visit as seamless and painless as possible, these are our suggestions! Call on Day 1 of period to schedule IUD insertion. Needs to be done towards the end of the period.
Read MoreHealthy Bladder Diet
DO NOT HOLD URINE.
No cranberry supplements.
Avoid all acidic condiments/ foods like vinegar, vinegar based salad dressings, marinara sauces.
LEEP Pre-Op Instructions
LEEP – PRE-OP COUNSELING Main risk of the procedure – Vaginal BLEEDING. Do not schedule the procedure right before your period. Stop any natural supplements, garlic, turmeric, fish oil, Vitamin C 2 weeks before the...
Read MoreI missed my pill!
When should I start the pill/ Nuvaring/IUD? Pill: Start on the FIRST day of your period. If you start the Sunday after the first day of your period, you will need to use condoms for the first month on the pill.
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Understanding Abnormal Pap
Abnormal pap results may be reported as “Abnormal cells of unknown significance (ASCUS)” , low grade intra-epithelial lesion ( LGSIL) or high grade squamous intra-epithelial lesion ( HGSIL). The next steps in care are decided depending on the results of the pap smear.
Read MorePap Smear Test
The Pap test is a method of examining cells from the cervix. The Papanicolaou smear (Pap test) is a test used to screen women for cervical precancer or cancer. Pap tests can find cervical cancer and precancer in the early stages when it can be treated, and thus may reduce the number of deaths from cervical cance
Read MoreLARC – Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives
The best time for insertion of an IUD is right after periods. Your doctor may ask you to come in towards the end of the period to get the IUD inserted. This is to make sure that you are not pregnant at the time of insertion and also allow easier insertion because the cervix is softer and allows easy insertion at that time
Read MoreGonorrhea – All facts
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection that can affect both men and women. Symptoms of gonorrhea can include vaginal spotting or bleeding, abnormal discharge from the vagina or penis, and pain with urination for either men or women.
Read MoreIUD – Explained!
An IUD is one of the most effective methods of birth control. It prevents pregnancy for 3 to 10 years, depending on the type. You don’t have to worry about birth control during this time.
Read MorePCOS – What is it really?
POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME – LITTLE KNOWN FACTS Polycystic ovarian syndrome or “PCOS” is a loosely used term with a variety of interpretations. In this article, I will try to break it down and simplify the understanding of the...
Read MoreRising STD rates in the United States- Ladies be safe!
In the United States alone, there are nearly 20 million cases of new sexually transmitted infections yearly, from just eight viruses and bacteria, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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