The clitoris—a brief history

by Helen King,The ConversationCredit: Oleksandra Zelena from Pexels"What's the difference between a bar and clitoris? Most men have no trouble finding a bar." In theworld of

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The clitoris—a brief history

by Helen King,The ConversationCredit: Oleksandra Zelena from Pexels"What's the difference between a bar and clitoris? Most men have no trouble finding a bar." In theworld of

Updated on:May 06,2024 17

Vaginal swabs more reliable than urine for STI testing

by Lori SolomonVaginal sampling should be the initial choice offered to patients undergoing testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and/or trichomoniasis, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis

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Vaginal swabs more reliable than urine for STI testing

by Lori SolomonVaginal sampling should be the initial choice offered to patients undergoing testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and/or trichomoniasis, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis

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How the vaginal microbiome may affect HIV prevention

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainHealthy Lactobacillus bacteria in the vagina are critical for women's health, but the accumulation of additional bacterial genera can imba

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How the vaginal microbiome may affect HIV prevention

by Public Library of ScienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainHealthy Lactobacillus bacteria in the vagina are critical for women's health, but the accumulation of additional bacterial genera can imba

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Menopausal palpitations causing distress

by Mary Ann Liebert, IncCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMany menopausal women report having palpitation distress. The likelihood of women reporting palpitation distress was higher with worse ins

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Menopausal palpitations causing distress

by Mary Ann Liebert, IncCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMany menopausal women report having palpitation distress. The likelihood of women reporting palpitation distress was higher with worse ins

Updated on:May 06,2024 20

Fat-shaming pregnant women isn't just mean, it's harmful

by Angela Incollingo Rodriguez,The ConversationCredit: Eddson Lens from PexelsDecember is considered the most fertile month, a time when there's thegreatest likelihood that children wi

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Fat-shaming pregnant women isn't just mean, it's harmful

by Angela Incollingo Rodriguez,The ConversationCredit: Eddson Lens from PexelsDecember is considered the most fertile month, a time when there's thegreatest likelihood that children wi

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New findings in the vaginal microbiome

by Karolinska InstitutetSchematic representation of the sampling scheme and taxonomic profiles. Over 50 women were recruited using one of three contraceptive regimens: NHC (non-hormonal contracep

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New findings in the vaginal microbiome

by Karolinska InstitutetSchematic representation of the sampling scheme and taxonomic profiles. Over 50 women were recruited using one of three contraceptive regimens: NHC (non-hormonal contracep

Updated on:May 06,2024 17

Home-based lifestyle intervention minimizes maternal weight gain

by Washington University School of Medicine in St. LouisCredit: CC0 Public DomainWeight gain during pregnancy and postpartum are important causes of long-term weight gain and the development of o

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Home-based lifestyle intervention minimizes maternal weight gain

by Washington University School of Medicine in St. LouisCredit: CC0 Public DomainWeight gain during pregnancy and postpartum are important causes of long-term weight gain and the development of o

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Drinking alcohol is linked to reduced chances of pregnancy

by European Society of Human Reproduction and EmbryologyTable II from Human Reproduction paper showing odds ratios for becoming pregnant in a single cycle comparing different alcohol intakes duri

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Drinking alcohol is linked to reduced chances of pregnancy

by European Society of Human Reproduction and EmbryologyTable II from Human Reproduction paper showing odds ratios for becoming pregnant in a single cycle comparing different alcohol intakes duri

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Adverse pregnancy outcomes up for women with psoriasis

(HealthDay)—Pregnancies in women with psoriasis have an increased risk for adverse outcomes, including preeclampsia and stillbirth, according to a study published online Nov. 18 in theJournal of

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Adverse pregnancy outcomes up for women with psoriasis

(HealthDay)—Pregnancies in women with psoriasis have an increased risk for adverse outcomes, including preeclampsia and stillbirth, according to a study published online Nov. 18 in theJournal of

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Vaginal electrical stimulation, TTNS both effective for overactive bladder

by Elana GotkineShort-term interventions of vaginal electrical stimulation (VS) and transcutaneous tibial nerve electrical stimulation (TTNS) are effective for treating overactive bladder syndrome (OA

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Vaginal electrical stimulation, TTNS both effective for overactive bladder

by Elana GotkineShort-term interventions of vaginal electrical stimulation (VS) and transcutaneous tibial nerve electrical stimulation (TTNS) are effective for treating overactive bladder syndrome (OA

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Makeup of vaginal microbiome linked to preterm birth

by Washington University School of MedicinePatient Erica Smith (left) talks with Molly Stout, MD, during an appointment at the Center for Advanced Medicine. Stout, an assistant professor of obste

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Makeup of vaginal microbiome linked to preterm birth

by Washington University School of MedicinePatient Erica Smith (left) talks with Molly Stout, MD, during an appointment at the Center for Advanced Medicine. Stout, an assistant professor of obste

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Vaginal laser treatment shows promise in treating overactive bladder syndrome

by The North American Menopause SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainApproximately 33% of American women will experience overactive bladder syndrome (OAB), which interferes with daily activit

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Vaginal laser treatment shows promise in treating overactive bladder syndrome

by The North American Menopause SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainApproximately 33% of American women will experience overactive bladder syndrome (OAB), which interferes with daily activit

Updated on:May 06,2024 16