Postpartum depression is a common but serious condition. Many parents may want to deny it because it’s not what they expected after the birth of a child. However, it does occur—in mothers and fathers alike. Postpartum depression might occur because the childbirth experience didn’t live up to expectations, or simply due to the fact that […]
An estimated 10 million people age 50 years and over in the United States have osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes a person’s bones to become thin and weak, resulting in a higher likelihood of fracture. The illness affects more women than men due to decreasing testosterone levels in the female aging process. As […]
Your family genes give you more than just your physical looks. You may have your mom’s blue eyes, but if your mom has a health condition, she may have also passed on an increased risk of you getting that same condition. Many health issues such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer tend to be passed along to children and even grandchildren. It’s important to become familiar with your […]
According to Johns Hopkins Medical Center, “40 percent of diagnosed breast cancers are detected by women who feel a lump.” Establishing a regular breast exam routine is very important and can help detect breast cancer early. Women should do a self-breast exam once every month. Consistent breast exams can help detect the presence of a lump, and also alert you to anything that may not feel […]
Contraception has become a big part of both women’s and girls’ health. Birth control, also known as contraception, is designed for a multitude of reasons. It can aid in prevention against pregnancy, help regulate and alleviate periods, aid in hormone balance, as well as clear up skin problems. Medline Plus explains that one type of birth […]
Just like any surgery, a hysterectomy is never anything that should be considered lightly. A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus (womb). Depending on the circumstances, doctors may remove the ovaries and fallopian tubes, too. It is a surgery that is irreversible and results in the end of a woman’s menstrual cycle as well as her ability to conceive a child. In […]
As a part of our STD and STI awareness series, we wanted to go more in-depth about some specific STDs, their symptoms, and the typical treatment that you would receive once testing positive for one. It is recommended to get tested for STDs and STIs every year, or every time you have sex with a […]
Reproductive Health Tending to your reproductive health can seem complicated and daunting. But with a provider like Cheyenne OBGYN, is can be easy, simple, and direct. Reproductive health is just as big of a part of your health as any other type of care and should be treated as such. It is essential to take strides to protect the reproductive system from infections, injury, and […]
What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a hormonal and immune system disease in which tissue (endometrium) like the inside lining of the uterus is also found in other areas of the body. It advances into growths that trigger pain, bleeding, formation of scar tissue and other medical problems. Symptoms include: Painful periods Chronic pelvic pain Pain with sex Heavy or irregular […]
Endometriosis is a chronic condition in women that often goes undiscovered and untreated. Many women often mistaken the pain from endometriosis to be “normal” or only associated with their menstrual cycle, therefore believing there’s no reason to seek treatment. If untreated, endometriosis can cause infertility, bloating, painful sex, and other difficulties. Endometriosis occurs when tissue […]
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