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Does an abnormal Pap smear mean that I have cervical cancer?
An abnormal Pap smear can mean a lot of different things— don’t assume it means you have cancer, do be sure to ask your doctor or nurse to explain the results and the recommended treatment completely. Often your body will heal itself and your next Pap smear will be normal. Sometimes you will need a […]
Is bacterial vaginosis an STI?
Maybe. Traditionally bacterial vaginosis (BV) doesn’t make the sexually transmitted infection (STI) list, but two studies have found a link between BV and sexual activity. One of those studies also showed that women with BV were more likely to have gonorrhea or chlamydia, and vice versa. original post
Getting to know Aunt Flo: Apps for tracking your period
By Elana Tsogt-Erdene. What started off as a way for me to keep track of my period has become much more than an organizational tool. By using a period tracking app, I’ve learned more about my body, my reproductive health, and the impact my cycle has on my mood and other parts of my life. […]
Why do I get sick more often when I’m on my period?
Scientists have found that changes in hormone levels during the menstrual cycle can affect a woman’s stress response and immune system function. In addition, research has shown that women with immune system disorders (like allergies, asthma, and lupus) may experience an increase in symptoms during the luteal phase (21 – 23rd days) of their cycle. […]
What you need to know about UTIs
By Lindsey Ellefson. Growing up in a small Midwestern town, my public school sex education was full of plenty of colorful, unflattering metaphors for girls who have sex before marriage (think licked lollipops and used Kleenex) and no information about how to prevent pregnancy and STIs if or when one of us lollipops did decide […]
Which birth control method will help reduce my cramps?
Most women who use hormonal birth control–the pill, the ring, the shot, the patch, the implant, or a hormonal IUD–will have less painful periods than those who don’t. This is because these methods of birth control make the lining of the uterus thinner. There’s less tissue in the uterus to shed, so periods are lighter. […]
Is it safe to lose blood by spotting a lot?
Spotting, which can happen with a bunch of different methods, doesn’t make you lose that much blood, even though it might seem like it. We have a Provider Perspective article about it if you want to learn more. Still not working? You may have more luck on a pill with a slightly higher dose of […]
What are the best methods to use if I don’t want to have my period?
The Mirena IUD, the shot, and the implant have all been shown to reduce menstrual bleeding for most women. You can also use the pill or the ring continuously to intentionally skip your period. original post
What is amenorrhea?
Amenorrhea is when you don’t get your period. It could be because you’re pregnant or just had a baby and are breastfeeding. In fact, lactational amenorrhea is a birth control method ! Amenorrhea can also be a sign of problems with your hormone levels caused by stress or extremely low body weight. original post
Research takes a closer look at pubic hair
There are only a few scientists who take the study of sexual pleasure seriously, and the team at the Indiana University Center for Sexual Health Promotion is among the best of them. A few years ago, they measured how U.S. women style their pubic hair , and now they’re taking a closer look at this […]
