Female Pelvic Medicine
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Having good vaginal health is something that should be important to any woman, regardless of age, race, or social status. Unfortunately, however, not everyone knows the best ways to maintain vaginal health, which can lead to the development of a number of common vaginal problems that become serious. Stay In Balance Vaginal health starts, of…
Read MoreHitting a Bump: Pelvic Floor Changes During Pregnancy
Much like the rest of a woman’s body, her pelvic floor changes during pregnancy, losing strength and elasticity as the strain of supporting a developing baby greatly increases the workload of the muscles in the pelvic floor, the abdomen, and the spine. Simply put, the weight distribution of a woman’s body shifts dramatically, resulting in…
Read MoreThe Wash Up: Vaginal Douching
Though it’s long been in practice as hygienic and even something many women all over the world consider a necessary part of maintaining their vaginal health, vaginal douching is actually the cause of more harm than good. Unfortunately, because of the misconceptions surrounding the so-called “benefits” of vaginal douching, most people don’t even ask their…
Read MoreClearing up the Misconceptions about Female Sterilization
Despite the many stigmas it may hold in the public eye, female sterilization is not what it once was. It’s not a punishment or something that is performed without consent. Rather, it’s an effective method of birth control that can negate the use of hormonal medications for women who no longer wish to have the…
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