by Yvonne Morris | Mar 14, 2019 | Reproductive Health
Endometriosis What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition that arises from abnormal growths of menstrual tissue in places other than the uterus – such as in the ovaries or fallopian tubes. Although around 20% of women with endometriosis do not have symptoms,...
by Yvonne Morris | Feb 1, 2019 | General Women’s Health
What is cervical cancer? Cervical cancer is a cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix, the part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. Different strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection, cause most cases of cervical cancer....
by Yvonne Morris | Nov 1, 2018 | General Women’s Health
October is breast cancer awareness month, which brings more awareness of the disease and more information to all women on how we can take our own measures for early detection. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women in the US. Thankfully to new...
by Yvonne Morris | Sep 1, 2018 | General Women’s Health
What is PCOS? PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome is one of the most common hormone abnormalities of reproductive-aged women. It is characterized by overproduction of the androgen testosterone, menstrual abnormalities when ovulation does not occur and enlarged varies...
by Yvonne Morris | Aug 22, 2018 | General Women’s Health
Generally, women should have a pelvic exam at least once per year. Every woman should see a gynecologist before the age of 21. Although most women do not need to have a pap smear before the age of 21, a gynecological exam is recommended, because it can uncover...
