A lot of people use “pelvic exam” and “Pap smear” as if they’re the same thing, and they often happen at the same visit, but they’re actually two different things. A pelvic exam is a physical check of your reproductive organs. A Pap smear is a lab test for cervical cell changes. Knowing what a […]
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Oct
Oct
Birth control is how you prevent pregnancy. Different birth control options include pills, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and barrier methods like condoms. Use birth control if you’re sexually active and don’t want to become pregnant. Pregnancy can happen whenever you have unprotected sex. Your best birth control option depends on your health, your plans to have […]
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Jun
Jun
The thought of seeing a gynecologist can make you feel nervous or embarrassed, but it is essential to ensure that you stay healthy. An appointment with a gynecologist is vital since most women can’t tell the difference between what’s “normal” and what may be a sign of a reproductive health problem. From Menstrual irregularities to […]
