Invasive lobular carcinoma: Symptoms, subtypes, diagnosis, and treatment
Learn about invasive lobular carcinoma, a type of cancer that starts in the milk glands of the breast and can spread to infect other lymph nodes. …read more
Exercises for improving bladder control
The pelvic floor muscles can be weak for a variety of reasons. In this article, learn about Kegel exercises and other treatment options to strengthen them. …read more
Frequent urination in women: Causes and treatment
Frequent trips to the bathroom can have a variety of causes in women. Find out more about the symptoms, complications, and when to see a doctor. …read more
Endocrine Society Issues Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Guideline
First, providers must rule out other causes for interrupted menstrual cycles. Referral to a nutritionist is an important part of care. Some patients may need a brain MRI scan or hospitalization. Medscape Medical News …read more
Mammography vs. thermography: Comparing the benefits
Mammography and thermography are two methods of detecting abnormalities that may indicate breast cancer. Learn more in this article. …read more
Female menstrual cycle in a dish
Northwestern Medicine has developed a miniature female reproductive tract that fits in the palm of your hand and could eventually change the future of research and treatment of diseases in women’s… …read more
BRCA Testing Has Skyrocketed, but Misses High-Risk Women
Although there has been a huge increase in BRCA mutation testing during the past decade, current guidelines and clinical practice do not include many women who are at high risk. Medscape Medical News …read more
FDA approves maintenance treatment for recurrent epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube or primary peritoneal cancers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Zejula (niraparib) for the maintenance treatment (intended to delay cancer growth) of adult patients with recurrent epithelial ovarian, fallopian… …read more
A Married Couple Walk Into an Oncologist’s Office…
At a medical meeting, a pair of oncologists gave data-driven presentations on the epidemiology and treatment of HPV-related cancers. Then a question from the floor opened up a whole other can of worms… Medscape Medical News …read more
Study finds 12 genetic variants that raise the risk of ovarian cancer
A large-scale study identifies 12 new genetic loci associated with a risk of ovarian cancer and confirms 18 previously identified genetic variants. …read more