Ceasing oral bisphosphonates for more than 2 to 3 years is probably undesirable for many patients, researchers report. The study also shows that it is important to continue to monitor bone density. Medscape Medical News …read more
A large randomized trial shows no significant reductions in stillbirth deliveries despite an intervention to improve awareness and response to reduced fetal movement. Medscape Medical News …read more
Dr Peter Kovacs comments on a meta-analysis that concludes that when no cause can be found, only one treatment for recurrent pregnancy loss is supported by the evidence. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
A large study examines the effect of newer combined oral contraceptives on the risk of ovarian cancer among women of reproductive age. …read more
The FDA has received reports of patients using standard pen needles to inject insulin without removing the inner needle cover, leading to patient harm in some cases. News Alerts …read more
Crohn’s disease is equally common in men and women but can affect them differently. In this article, learn about four symptoms of Crohn’s disease in females. …read more
Switching from two-step to one-step gestational diabetes screening at Kaiser Permanente Washington didn’t appear to be useful; in fact, it increased labor induction, neonatal hypoglycemia, and insulin use, with little apparent benefit. Medscape Medical News …read more
Breast cancer patients want — but are not getting — cost information before treatment, reports a new study of relatively well-off patients Medscape Medical News …read more
Ingrown pubic hairs are a common problem but may be more likely to affect those who shave or wax. In this article, learn how to treat and prevent them. …read more
Early insertion of IUDs between 10 minutes and 4 weeks after birth was linked to higher rates of expulsion, as were placements with hormone-containing IUDs or in women with vaginal births. Medscape Medical News …read more