Medical Reference Related to Women's Health
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Pap Test
A Pap smear samples cervical cells to check for abnormalities.
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Anorexia Nervosa
WebMD gives an overview of anorexia nervosa, a life-threatening eating disorder.
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Recognizing Caregiver Burnout
Learn more from WebMD on recognizing -- and preventing -- caregiver burnout.
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Estrogen and Women's Emotions
Estrogen is linked to mood disruptions that occur only in women -- PMS, PMDD, postpartum depression, and depression linked to menopause. WebMD examines how the hormone may affect emotions.
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Vaginismus
WebMD describes the sexual dysfunction known as vaginismus, including symptoms, causes, and treatment.
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Endometriosis and Fallopian Tube Problems
Endometriosis affects about 5.5 million women in North America and is one of the top three causes of infertility in women. WebMD looks at the diagnosis and treatment of this disease.
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Pregnancy and Medicine
While some medications are considered safe to take during pregnancy, the effects of other medications on your unborn baby are unknown. WebMD looks at your pregnancy and medications.
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Surgical Menopause: Should You Take Estrogen After Your Hysterectomy?
Should you get hormone replacement therapy (HRT) after surgical menopause? WebMD explains the pros and cons of hormone therapy to help you make an informed decision.
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Which Type of Estrogen Hormone Therapy Is Right for You?
WebMD's guide to various estrogen replacement treatments, including the pros and cons of each.
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Alternatives to Hysterectomy
If you have painful periods with excessive bleeding, fibroids, endometriosis, or another pelvic health problem, you should know that there are new alternatives to hysterectomy that you can consider. Learn more from WebMD.
