Cervical polyps are small growths on the cervix. They may cause symptoms that include spotting between periods or bleeding after sexual intercourse or menopause. Causes may include high estrogen levels or chronic inflammation. It is possible to remove polyps surgically, and they do not usually return. Learn more here. …read more
Leading medical organizations representing public health physicians, pediatricians, family physicians, obstetricians, and gynecologists have criticized US government tactics at a UN health assembly earlier this year. Medscape Medical News …read more
Nominee Brett Kavanaugh could tip the balance against abortion rights if he is confirmed. Medscape Reader Polls …read more
Cross-sex estrogen taken by transgender women appears to increase the risk of thromboembolism in a way that seems very different from that observed when postmenopausal women take HRT. Medscape Medical News …read more
Labels now must consistently reflect the antibiotics’ potential risks for mental health side effects and serious blood sugar events. The label change follows a series of warning additions over 10 years. News Alerts …read more
Effective treatments exist for hypoactive sexual desire disorder in women — but first, you have to ask. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Bartholin’s glands are positioned on each side of the vagina. When they become blocked a cyst may develop. A Bartholin’s abscess occurs when a Bartholin’s cyst gets infected. The treatment options include draining, marsupialization, and surgery. Learn more about Bartholin’s abscesses here. …read more
The pros and cons of hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy are summarized in a recent review. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
A baby may hiccup while in the womb. This can be a regular occurrence for some women to feel but may not happen to everyone. There are some occasions when excessive hiccupping in the womb needs to be assessed by a doctor, as it may sometimes lead to serious complications. Learn more about baby hiccups…
There are many myths about how to predict the sex of an unborn baby. But do stress levels, morning sickness, sugar cravings, and other factors really indicate that the baby is a girl? In this article, we look at the science behind these claims to see if there are any real signs during pregnancy of…