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Up close and personal: What to expect at the gyno
Everything about you is lovely and amazing—including your lady parts—and regular gynecological visits will keep it that way. Yes, you’re going to have to wear a skimpy, paper examination gown. Yes, the doctor is going to see your vagina in all its glory. Do it anyway. A Typical Appointment Usually Includes… Health history: You’ll answer […]
Peeing is believing: What you should know about sex and UTIs
UTI stands for urinary tract infection and 75% of the time they are triggered by having sex. It’s a totally common health issue. It has nothing to do with your personal hygiene. And getting one can be painful, so here are a few tips to help prevent them. Going to the bathroom is key. You […]
The common cold of the sexually active world: HPV
One of my patients’ most common questions is, “Um, I’ve got some new bumps…down there. Can you check them out?” First off, if you ever notice something of concern “down there,” please go see your doctor or nurse and get it checked out right away. Often these new bumps are harmless, caused by ingrown hairs. […]
Um, can I get pregnant if…?
Pregnancy scares: most people have one at some point. Even when you know how pregnancy happens , most textbooks don’t cover what specific sex acts could result in pregnancy. So let’s talk details… Can I get pregnant if there was no penetration? Yep. Sperm are very efficient swimmers. Anytime semen gets inside your vagina or […]
Skip the pelvic, please!
Going to see a health care provider can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know what to expect. But there’s good news: the visit may be as simple as talking to your provider. You may not need to have a pelvic exam or Pap smear depending on the reason for your visit. If all you […]
How to Get Birth Control Over the Counter
This article was updated on October 14, 2014. National chain stores and pharmacies such as Target and Walmart often carry a diverse selection of over-the-counter birth control methods. As long as you’ve got a will, plus the following things, there’s a way: A way to get there. We’re talking physically going to the store, so, […]
Birth control and infertility: Does using birth control hurt my chances of getting pregnant later?
Women under 30 years old are incredibly fertile—their ability to get pregnant is at its peak. In the U.S., about three in four sexually active women under 30 are using some type of birth control. But many of them ask me, does using birth control now hurt my chances of getting pregnant in the future? […]
The good, the bad, the infertile
You do it, do it, do it and never get pregnant. Does that mean you’re infertile? original post
