The Significance of Regular Pelvic Exams to Your Reproductive Health
The gynecological exam only takes a few minutes, but during this pelvic examination, a provider can evaluate a number of important factors about your reproductive health. While pelvic exams are quick and simple, they are not usually something most women look forward to every year due to the personal nature of the appointment. Therefore, a…
Read MoreHow Coyle Institute Can Help You Resolve Uterine Bleeding
Abnormal uterine bleeding, such as heavy or prolonged periods (menorrhagia) may affect as many as one in three women at some point in their lives. This frustrating problem can get in the way of making plans, staying active, and even your responsibilities like work in the most severe cases. Take a look at how to…
Read MoreWhat Causes Abnormal Uterine Bleeding During Premenopause or Perimenopause?
When the female reproductive system functions as it should, bleeding should be relatively predictable. Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB), however, can mean bleeding irregularly or unpredictably, heavier than usual or lighter than usual. Causes of AUB can be anything from uterine fibroids to bleeding disorders. AUB during premenopause can have uniquely different causes than AUB at…
Read MoreA Closer Look at the Risk of Cancerous Fibroids
Uterine fibroids are relatively common in terms of issues that can affect the uterus. In fact, between 20 and 70 percent of women develop fibroids at some point in the reproductive years. However, discovering a growth in the uterus can always bring about concern. One of the biggest questions women tend to have is whether…
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