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Women’s Health: Endometriosis
What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition where the endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, migrates to the abdominal cavity, implants itself, and responds to hormonal signals by growing and bleeding. In its early stages, it often manifests as severe menstrual cramps and pain during intercourse. Over time, it can lead to the formation of scar tissue in the abdomen and pelvis. What Causes Endometriosis? This condition can give rise to chronic pelvic pain,
Women’s Health: Genital Prolapse
What is Genital Prolapse Genital prolapse refers to the protrusion of pelvic organs into the vagina. The position of pelvic organs, such as the uterus, vagina, bladder, and rectum, is supported by muscles and fibrous connective tissue. Various factors, including chronic constipation, frequent or prolonged squatting, heavy lifting, and the impact of pregnancy and childbirth, can weaken the strength of this supportive tissue. What Causes Genital Prolapse Genetic factors also play a role in determining
What’s the Difference Between Emergency and Urgent Care?
We’ve all been there — it’s a Friday night, and you or a loved one spikes a fever heading into the weekend. With your doctor’s office closed, you start to wonder where to seek care if needed outside of normal business hours. The two options are the emergency room, or urgent care. But what’s the difference between emergency and urgent care? While they have some overlap, there are distinct differences between the two. We’ll share
What is an STD Test and How Often Should I Be Tested?
Sexual health is a part of life, but sometimes the testing and topics behind this aspect of our health is approached with reluctance or embarrassment. But if you’ve found yourself asking questions like what is an STD test? or, How often should I be treated?, you’re not alone. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are extremely common, and testing is a quick and painless way to address this aspect of our overall health. So, leave the worry
Managing Back-to-School Anxiety: Tips for Parents and Students
It’s that time of year when the summer days are winding down, while the stress of heading back to school may be amping up. We’ve all felt the mashup of excitement and nerves as the school year resumes. And let’s be honest, it’s not just the kids feeling it — as parents, we get our fair share of anxiety over this transition too! Managing back-to-school anxiety can be a reality for many families. So, how
Hooked While Fishing
You felt a tug… it wasn’t little but, one you knew held the promise of a great catch. You were patient, kept the line tight, you let the fish run while you slowly reeled it in and then… you saw it. You brought it on board and knew it was a catch worth documenting with a nice photo. While attempting to remove the fish from the hook, your hand slipped and you got hooked by
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