FSH levels: Testing for menopause and fertility
How do you diagnose menopause and test for fertility in both sexes? FSH tests can be used for both. In this article we explore how FSH tests work. …read more
Is Overreporting of Maternal Mortality Key to High US Rate?
A new analysis suggests that recent changes in reporting and coding could be a factor in US maternal mortality rates, with even minor amounts of overreporting leading to big increases. Medscape Medical News …read more
Armpit pain: Common causes and treatments
In this article, we look at a number of conditions which can cause pain in the armpit, including swollen lymph nodes, skin conditions, and cancer. …read more
Heart Health and Cognition: The Link Strengthens
Dr JoAnn Manson summarizes key evidence showing that ‘what’s good for the heart is good for the brain.’ Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
New tech promises easier cervical cancer screening
Duke University researchers have developed a handheld device for cervical cancer screening that promises to do away with uncomfortable speculums and high-cost colposcopes. …read more
Maternal Morbidity Rises Sharply in Older Mothers
The risk for severe maternal morbidity was markedly higher in mothers older than 39 years, a new study has found; the risk for sepsis was also elevated in teenaged mothers. Medscape Medical News …read more
The Benefits of Individualizing Ovarian Stimulation for IVF
Dr Kovacs reviews a study comparing individualized dosing using a new recombinant FSH with conventional ovarian stimulation for IVF. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Early menopause: What you need to know
Early menopause may occur naturally or by medical treatments. What are the causes, what are the symptoms, and how can early menopause symptoms be treated? …read more
New genomic analysis promises benefit in female urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence in women is common, with almost 50% of adult women experiencing leakage at least occasionally. …read more
Heart palpitations and menopause: What you need to know
What are heart palpitations and how may they be linked to menopause? Learn about heart disease risk, depression, and when to see a healthcare professional. …read more