What to know about nabothian cysts
Nabothian cysts are benign bumps on the cervix. They do not usually cause problems. Learn about their causes, symptoms, and treatments here. …read more
Male Clinicians Miss Microaggressions Their Female Peers Notice
When viewing videos showing microagressions, men recognized them less frequently than women, researchers found. Medscape Medical News …read more
Delayed Cord Clamping OK for Moms After Cesarean
One day after a planned cesarean delivery, maternal hemoglobin levels were similar among women whose term singleton infants had delayed vs immediate umbilical cord clamping, a study found. Medscape Medical News …read more
What to know about endometrial thickness
Endometrial thickness can change throughout a person’s life and in different situations, for example during pregnancy or the menopause. Learn what is normal and how to measure endometrial thickness here. …read more
Bloated or pregnant: How to tell
Bloating is a common symptom of pregnancy, but there are many other causes of bloating and other signs of pregnancy. Find out how to tell the difference between being bloated or pregnant here. …read more
Virginia Ob-Gyn Accused of ‘Deeply Disturbing’ Unneeded Surgeries
The physician is also accused of removing a woman’s fallopian tubes without her knowledge. A prosecutor says 173 women have come forward since his arrest reporting similar unwanted procedures. Medscape Medical News …read more
IVF Add-Ons Don’t Improve Birth Rates
Multiple reviews find IVF add-ons are on the market without sufficient evidence they improve the odds of having a baby. Medscape Medical News …read more
Best, Worst, and Typical Cancer Survival: New Estimates Tool
A new tool offers not one but three estimates for approximating the survival of advanced cancer patients. Medscape Medical News …read more
How can your period affect bowel movements?
Monthly menstruation can have a big effect on bowel movements, causing constipation or diarrhea. Some people call this “period poop.” We explain the link between periods and bowel movements here. …read more
Confusion as EU Advice on Vaginal Estradiol Differs from US
The European Medicines Agency recommends restricting use of “high-strength” estradiol creams to 4 weeks; the US FDA requires a boxed warning on all estradiol label. Medscape Medical News …read more