Yeast infection after sex: What to know
While sexual activity does not cause a yeast infection, it can increase the risk of one developing by introducing new bacteria to the vagina. Learn more in this article. …read more
Screening Transplant Recipients for Genital Tract Dysplasia
In women with solid organ transplants, the risk for HPV, and thus genital tract dysplasia, is increased. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Cancer more common in females with severe sleep apnea
A new study of 20,000 adults with sleep apnea suggests that the risk of cancer could be 2–3 times higher among females with a severe form of the condition. …read more
USPSTF Recommendations on BRCA Mutation Testing
Women at increased risk for cancers associated with BRCA gene mutations should be assessed, and then counseled and tested if indicated. Medscape Medical News …read more
Thyroid Function Test Abnormalities Linked to Preterm Birth
Risk of very preterm birth is notably higher with isolated hypothyroxinemia and thyroid peroxidase-antibody positivity, a new analysis shows, but evidence is lacking on possible benefits of treatment. Medscape Medical News …read more
Gadolinium Exposure Risk Highest in Early Pregnancy
Pregnancy screening is key in preventing inadvertent exposure to gadolinium among women who undergo contrast-enhanced imaging procedures, a study found. Medscape Medical News …read more