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Zika
Zika is a virus caused by a bite from the Aedes mosquito. It is contagious and increases the risk of…
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Yeast Infections
Vaginal yeast infections are caused by a fungus called Candida. If the vagina isn’t acidic enough, too many yeast can…
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Women’s Guide to Preventive Care
It’s important for women to take an active approach to health care. This means making it a priority to schedule…
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Why Should I Breastfeed?
Deciding whether or not to breastfeed is a very personal decision. Learn about the advantages and challenges of breastfeeding.
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What to Do When Your Pregnancy Is Unexpected
If your pregnancy is unexpected, you may be feeling scared or confused about what to do. It is important to…
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West Nile Virus
West Nile virus is a disease usually spread by mosquitos that can cause flu-like symptoms. Most people infected with the…
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Vulvodynia
Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of vulvodynia, a word that describes pain and discomfort in the…
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Vulvar Cancer
Cancer of the vulva most often affects the two skin folds (or lips) around the vagina, known as the labia…
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Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are veins that swell above the surface of the skin. They can be treated with compression stockings, surgery…
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Vaginitis
Vaginitis is a medical term to describe inflammation of the vagina.
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Vaginal Pessary
A vaginal pessary is a plastic device used to support uterine prolapse. It can help for a number of conditions…
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Vaginal Discharge
Vaginal discharge is completely normal as your body’s way of keeping your vagina healthy and clean. But changes in discharge…
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Uterine Fibroids
Fibroids are benign growths (not cancer) in the muscular wall of the uterus. These growths can be very tiny or…
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Urinary Tract Infection
Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and complications of urinary tract infections (sometimes called UTIs or bladder…
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. This means that you can’t always control when you urinate.
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Understanding Abnormal Cervical Cancer Screening Results
Cervical cancer screening is important and has saved lives.
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Trigeminal neuralgia is a painful condition that causes an extreme burning, electric or shock-like pain in the face.
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Toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. It can be spread through cat feces or contaminated…
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Toxic Shock Syndrome
Toxic shock syndrome is a serious, sometimes life-threatening staph infection caused by bacteria that multiplies quickly and leads to organ…
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Tobacco Addiction
Smoking or chewing tobacco is very dangerous for your health, but there are many resources available to help you…
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