Women's Health
Did you know that women are more likely to seek medical care than
men? Sexual health needs, like pregnancy and contraception, often
necessitate early visits to a doctor. But as we age, various health
issues affect women more than men, including... More
Did you know that women are more likely to seek medical care than men? Sexual health needs, like pregnancy and contraception, often necessitate early visits to a doctor. But as we age, various health issues affect women more than men, including depression, weight problems, and certain types of arthritis. Genital herpes affects women twice as often as men, and heart disease, the number one killer of women, manifests differently in a womans body as compared to a man. In order to maintain your health and wellness, make sure you get an annual checkup. Your doctor can educate you about your risk factors for illness and disease, and detect any current problems that you might have. Less
Recently Answered
- Q Can an ectopic pregnancy be prevented?
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The best way to prevent an ectopic pregnancy is to practice safe sex methods using condoms and to not get a sexually transmitted infection.The most common cause of an ectopic pregnancy is an abnormality of the fallopian tubes. The fallopian tubes... More
Ectopic pregnancy cannot be prevented. However, treatment of any risk factors the mother might have can improve the chances for a successful pregnancy. More
You cannot prevent ectopic pregnancy, but you can prevent serious complications with early diagnosis and treatment. If you have one or more risk factors for ectopic pregnancy, you and your doctor can closely monitor your first weeks of a pregnancy. If... More
- Q What can I do to manage my female sexual problems?
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Treatment of sexual problems is guided by you, your partner and your health professional. You may find that it depends largely on changes you try at home. Techniques you can learn and practice at home include: Increasing the level of intimacy and... More
- Q When should I call my doctor if I am a woman having sexual problems?
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A common sexual problem is pain during intercourse. Call a doctor for immediate care if sudden, severe pelvic pain occurs with or without vaginal bleeding. Call a doctor if you experience pain or discomfort in your vaginal area. You may have a vaginal... More
- Q What procedures help treat sexual problems in women?
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One type of sexual problem in women is pain during intercourse. Pain often is caused by a physical reason, such as injury or anatomical problems. If examinations and tests confirm that a physical condition is causing pain during intercourse, treatment... More
- Q How can I help prevent sexual problems in women?
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Women have varied and interrelated reasons for desiring sexual activity and feeling sexually fulfilled. A woman's sexuality is influenced by her physical, psychological and emotional states. Some causes of sexual problems, such as medical conditions,... More
- Q How are sexual problems in women diagnosed?
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Women often begin the process of diagnosing a sexual problem by noticing an absence of sexual desire or satisfaction. Your doctor will work with you to identify your symptoms and the history of those symptoms by: Asking questions about your... More
