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How To Shrink Fibroids
Fibroids may shrink naturally during menopause, or when hormones downregulate, and sometimes, this resolves symptoms. To shrink fibroids or get rid of them completely, prescription medication and medical procedures are the most effective options.
Getting an IUD Really Doesn’t Have to Hurt: Pain Management Options You Should Know
When Jessica Hart went to get her first intrauterine device (IUD), she expected a routine procedure: the doctor would secure her feet in stirrups, stretch her vaginal canal with a speculum, swab her cervix with antiseptic, and slowly insert the small, T-shaped contraceptive.
How Gonorrhea Is Diagnosed
A gonorrhea diagnosis is based on lab analysis of a urine sample or a swab of the potentially infected area (vagina, urethra, or throat, for example). If you’re unable to see a physician, or you prefer to handle this privately, there are also kits you can use to self-test from home.
Why Is My Period Blood Brown?
Brown period blood has various causes but isn't usually a cause for concern. Period blood that looks brown is typically older, meaning it had more time to oxidize, resulting in a darker hue. However, sometimes, it can indicate a health concern.
What to Know About Calcified Fibroids: Symptoms and Treatment
Calcified fibroids (also known as calcified leiomyomas and myomas) are non-cancerous tumors in the uterus (womb) that have hardened due to deposits of calcium in the mass of smooth muscles and fibrous connective tissues.
