Women
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
What is obsessive-compulsive disorder? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is mental health disorder, such as anxiety disorder or depression. It causes unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive...
Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks
What is panic disorder? Panic disorder is a condition in which a person has episodes of intense fear or anxiety that occur suddenly, often without warning. Suppose one day you’re getting out of you...
Adult vaccinations
Adult vaccinations are just as important as childhood immunizations. Being an adult doesn’t make you immune to certain illnesses, and staying up to date on recommended vaccines is a key p...
Cervical Dysplasia
What is cervical dysplasia? Cervical dysplasia is when there are abnormal, or precancerous, cells in and around a woman’s cervix. The vagina opens up into the cervix, which is the lower part of the...
Bartholin’s Gland Cyst
What is a Bartholin’s gland cyst? The Bartholin’s gland is a tiny organ on each of the labia (vaginal lips), near the opening of the vagina. If the vagina were the face of a clock, these glands wou...
Breast Cyst
What is a breast cyst? A breast cyst is a fluid-filled sac (like a tiny balloon) inside the breast. Breast cysts are common in women. They might cause a little pain, but they are usually benign (no...
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
What is bacterial vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a mild infection in the vagina caused by a type of “bad” bacteria called anaerobes. The vagina normally contains a lot of “good” bacteria, c...
