Emergency contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy if used within a short period of time after having sex.
Depo-Provera is a form of birth control. It is an injection, or shot, that contains progestin. You must get it…
A pelvic ultrasound allows your doctor to see the space between your hips that contains the sacrum, tailbone, bladder, sex…
Natural family planning (NFP) is a form of pregnancy planning. It does not involve medicine or devices. It tracks when…
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of birth control used to prevent pregnancy. There are 2 types of IUDs…
Amenorrhea is a medical term for when a woman does not have menstrual periods.
A diaphragm is reusable dome-shaped cup that fits over the opening of a woman’s cervix and works as a form…
Tubal sterilization (tubal ligation) is a surgical method of birth control for women.
Fibroids are benign growths (not cancer) in the muscular wall of the uterus. These growths can be very tiny or…
Many women want to do what they can to prevent pregnancy. Birth control (also called contraception) can help. Many types…
Many teenage pregnancies are unplanned. But there are many types of birth control options that can help prevent them.
Whether you’re planning to become pregnant or not, preconception care during your childbearing years is essential. Here are some things…
Endometriosis is a medical condition in which the lining of the uterus grows on the outside of the uterus.
A Pap smear is a medical exam used to determine if a woman has cervical cancer. It’s performed by a…
A colposcopy is a women’s health exam. It uses a special light to provide a close look at your cervix…
Infertility evaluation can include a pelvic exam, lab tests, imaging tests, review of medical and menstrual history, and certain…
Vaginitis refers to inflammation of the vagina. It can be caused by bacterial vaginosis (BV), yeast infections, trichomoniasis, allergies, or…
A vaginal pessary is a small, plastic device that fits into your vagina for the purpose of holding a drooping…
Dyspareunia is painful sex for women and can also cause pain during tampon use. Dyspareunia can have many causes.
Chlamydia is a bacterial infection that affects both men and women. It is spread through oral, vaginal, or anal…