Saving Black Mothers’ Lives
Our high rates of maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity disproportionately affect minority women. How can we prevent these unnecessary deaths? Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Hormone Therapy and Risk for Cancer in BRCA1 Mutation Carriers
Dr Andrew Kaunitz discusses the impact of hormone therapy on risk for breast cancer in BRCA carriers undergoing risk-reduction surgery. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Can estrogen levels affect weight gain?
Changing estrogen levels may appear to be linked with weight gain, particularly around menopause. In this article, we examine what the relationship between estrogen and body weight is, and how it can affect weight gain. Also learn about the role of estrogen, when levels may decrease, and how to manage weight gain. …read more
First Postpartum Depression Therapy Promising in Phase 3 Trials
The first treatment specifically for postpartum depression quickly decreases both moderate and severe symptoms of the condition, say two new phase 3 trials. Medscape Medical News …read more
HPV Vaccines Protect Against Precancerous Cervical Lesions
HPV vaccines dramatically reduce the risk for precancerous cervical lesions in young women free of HPV infection at the time of vaccination. Medscape Medical News …read more
When can I have sex after being pregnant?
What are the recommendations for how long women should wait before resuming sexual intercourse after pregnancy? How does giving birth affect sex? Factors influencing the decision to resume sexual activity include pain, stress, the healing process after delivery, and the impact of hormonal changes. …read more
Is breast asymmetry linked to breast cancer?
Many women have slight differences in the size or shape of their breasts. Breast asymmetry is usually not a cause for concern, though substantial asymmetry in the size or density of breasts may suggest an increased risk of breast cancer. A mammogram can look for abnormalities and diagnose the cause of breast asymmetry. …read more
Ob/Gyn Visits Should Promote Heart Health: AHA/ACOG Advisory
Yearly well-woman visits are an opportunity to focus on lifestyle choices, including smoking cessation, diet, weight, and physical activity, to optimize cardiac health, a joint advisory concludes. Medscape Medical News …read more
What causes bleeding between periods?
Vaginal bleeding between periods is a common experience with many possible causes. When this occurs, a person may notice light brown spotting in their underwear after their period has ended. Hormonal changes and contraceptives are common causes, though bleeding between periods can also be a sign of certain cancers. …read more
Fracture Risk During Bisphosphonate Drug Holiday Is a Concern
Risks for fracture after suspension of bisphosphonates for osteoporosis need to be weighed against benefits, the authors say. Medscape Medical News …read more