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Amenorrhea

Amenorrhea is a medical term for when a woman does not have menstrual periods.
Bartholin's Gland Cyst

Bartholin’s gland cyst is a swelling that can occur near the opening of a woman’s vagina. They can become infected,…
Birth Control Options

Many women want to do what they can to prevent pregnancy. Birth control (also called contraception) can help. Many types…
Birth Control: How to Use Your Diaphragm

A diaphragm is reusable dome-shaped cup that fits over the opening of a woman’s cervix and works as a form…
Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is abnormal growth of cells in a woman’s cervix. Cervical cancer is almost always caused by the human…
Chlamydia

Chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis) is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that often has no symptoms.
Colposcopy

A colposcopy is a women’s health exam. It uses a special light to provide a close look at your cervix…
Depo-Provera: An Injectable Contraceptive

Depo-Provera is a form of birth control. It is an injection, or shot, that contains progestin. You must get it…
Dysmenorrhea

What is dysmenorrhea? Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for pain that women have before or during menses (known as their period). It usually is not serious. Symptoms of dysmenorrhea Menstrual cramps can feel like a dull ache or a shooting pain. They most often
Dyspareunia

Dyspareunia is a medical term used to describe painful sex for women.
Emergency Contraception

Emergency contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy if used within a short period of time after having sex.
Endometriosis

Endometriosis is when the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. It can be treated with medicine and…
Evaluating and Treating Infertility

For couples experiencing infertility, it’s important to evaluate and treat the cause of the problem.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

HPV is a common sexually transmitted virus.
Intrauterine Device (IUD)

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of birth control that prevents pregnancy by damaging or killing a man’s sperm…
Menopause

Menopause is when your menstrual periods permanently stop (12 months in a row without a period) and you can no…
Natural Family Planning

Natural family planning (NFP) is a form of pregnancy planning. It does not involve medicine or devices. It tracks when…
Pap Smear (Pap Test)

A Pap smear is a medical exam used to determine if a woman has cervical cancer. It’s performed by a…
Pelvic Ultrasound

A pelvic ultrasound allows your doctor to see the space between your hips that contains the sacrum, tailbone, bladder, sex…
Take Care of Yourself Before Pregnancy

Whether you’re planning to become pregnant or not, preconception care during your childbearing years is essential. Here are some things…