There are a lot of things that women have to worry about when it comes to their health. From yeast infection to breast cancer, women always have to be on the lookout for any signs that something might be wrong. However, sometimes, it can be quite hard to know when exactly you should go and
Read MoreWhy Women Should See a Gynecologist Annually
If you’re one of those women who are aware that they should see a gynecologist regularly but are still not making it a priority, it’s about time you make up your mind. Even if you’re not sexually active, or you think you don’t have anything to worry about, it’s important to see your gynecologist for
Read MoreWhat Is Considered a High-Risk Pregnancy?
A majority of pregnancies go smoothly and without complications, but sometimes women experience what is referred to as a high-risk pregnancy. A pregnancy is considered high-risk when there is an increased risk of health problems that could affect the mother and/or her baby before, during, or after delivery. Sometimes a woman has a high-risk pregnancy if she
Read MoreMost Common Pregnancy Complications
Most pregnancies are uncomplicated and proceed smoothly with good prenatal care. However, even previously healthy women can develop complications during gestation, affecting and even threatening maternal and fetal health. Doctors check for proper fetal growth and development – and symptoms associated with pregnancy complications – using physical exams, lab tests, and ultrasound scans. Timely, regular prenatal care enables health-care providers to
Read MoreCombating Morning Sickness
Morning sickness is a much less descriptive term for what it actually is: the misery of nausea and vomiting of pregnancy. Three out of every four pregnant women experience morning sickness, which usually is worse in the morning but can last all day and sometimes, linger throughout the pregnancy. The nausea usually starts around four to
Read MoreUrgent Reasons to See Your Gynecologist
Have you seen your gynecologist lately? It is recommended that every woman beginning at the age of 21 and until the age of 65 be screened for cervical cancer regularly. However, the relationship you develop with you gynecologist will serve you well beyond your annual wellness visit, as they become your primary healthcare provider for all of
Read MoreUnexpected Reasons to See a Gynecologist: More than Just STD/STIs
Do you see your gynecologist once a year for your annual exam? If you do, you are being proactive towards staying healthy and preventing illness. However, there may come a time when you may need to see them for a problem. In fact, for many women, their gynecologist acts as their primary care provider – their
Read MoreGynecologists Who Care: Spotlight On University OBGYN Associates
Women have unique healthcare needs, and these needs change with each phase of life. Whether you are looking for a doctor for your first gynecologist appointment, planning a family, or searching for guidance for other issues, a gynecologist should be there to provide and guide you, and generations of families, with quality healthcare services throughout
Read MoreTalk to Your Gynecologist About High-Risk Pregnancy
“High-risk pregnancy” is a term used to describe a pregnant woman who has one or more factors that may put her or her unborn baby at risk for complications. This classification is commonly attributed to women who decide to become pregnant at an older age, around 35 or older, where having a baby has been
Read MoreStaying Fit During Your Pregnancy
When it comes to working out and staying fit during pregnancy, there’s often a ton of mixed info and advice out there. While many women are worried if physical activity during pregnancy can harm the baby, there is no need to worry. Avoiding healthy and reasonable physical fitness activity is not necessary, especially if you
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