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
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
Multivitamin and calcium supplements often lodged in older adults’ throats, presenting a preventable choking hazard, a study found. Medscape Medical News …read more
Although having a long period occasionally is not often a cause for concern, having them frequently or feeling that a period won’t stop may indicate an underlying issue. Learn about the causes and what to do here. …read more
An intrauterine device, or IUD, can help some people manage the symptoms of endometriosis. Learn about how it works and the possible side effects in this article. …read more
Electromagnetic energy could be used to halt the movement of breast cancer cells, reducing metastatic cases. New research explains how. …read more
A yeast infection can cause a small amount of bleeding, as well as genital soreness and other symptoms. Antifungal medications can help. Learn more here. …read more
Some women report experiencing intense sexual pleasure from the stimulation of an area in the vagina called the G-spot. Others may think they do not have one. Learn more about its location and current research here. …read more
Three medical stories from the week that we didn’t cover, explained. Medscape …read more
Nine labor and delivery nurses from Maine Medical Center in Portland who were all pregnant at the same time have all given birth to their babies. Medscape Medical News …read more