Struggling with an excessively heavy or long period every month? We know it's not fun — especially here in Florida where we get to spend several months out of the year enjoying the sun, surf, and sand! For starters, know that you're not alone, but more importantly, heavy periods aren't something you just have to
You may have heard of a disorder known as endometriosis, whether through a diagnosis of your own or that of a loved one or friend. But what exactly is it? Endometriosis is a common condition that often results in painful periods, pain when having sex, and chronic pain throughout the lower belly. It affects more
You're not going crazy, even though it may feel like it at times. Particularly during the final days of your menstrual cycle, it's not uncommon for many women to experience symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), which often recurs in a predictable pattern in the days leading up to your period. It is estimated that as
It wasn't all that long ago that cervical cancer was the leading cause of cancer death for women throughout the United States. However, the number of cervical cancer diagnoses and the number of deaths have gone down significantly in recent decades. The primary reason for the decrease? The regular occurrence of Pap tests, which are
Even if you’re well past your teen years and technically outside of the recommended HPV vaccine window (suggested age is 9 to 45 years old), there are still a few things you need to know about the human papillomavirus, a.k.a. the most common sexually transmitted infection out there. It is estimated that 79 million Americans are
Building strength and increasing your muscle tone goes well beyond lifting and lunges. For starters? Your pelvic floor. This key group of muscles supports the bladder, bowels, and uterus and plays an integral role in everything from continence to pregnancy to sexual function — and it often gets pushed aside when it comes to your
Maximize Your Comfort with Nitronox Nitronox is a delivery system that provides a gas mixture of 50% nitrous oxide and 50% oxygen. It is used to help ease discomfort during some medical and aesthetic procedures. If you experience any discomfort or anxiety during your treatment, you are able to inhale the gas mixture through a
While you may be well versed with the routine Pap smear* that involves the slightly uncomfortable insertion of a metal speculum into your nether regions, there is likely a lot you don't know when it comes to gynecological cancer. For instance, the Pap only tests for cervical cancer — there are four other entirely different
Vagina talk can seem awkward and uncomfortable, but it need not feel that way. (Trust us, it is our job!) But because some women have a tough time asking their most personal questions without cringing, many myths and misconceptions about the female nether regions continue to float around. Allow us to debunk a few right
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), also known as Stein-Leventhal syndrome, is an endocrine disorder that causes hormonal imbalances in approximately 5-10% of all women. PCOS is a complex and heterogeneous disorder, and the most common cause of infertility in women. Women suffering from PCOS present either oligo-ovulation or anovulation (less frequent or absent ovulation). This results