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Ovarian cysts are very common in women. There are different types of cysts that can develop, from simple cysts to endometriomas (also known as chocolate cysts) to complex dermoid cysts. Ovarian dermoid cysts, also known as teratomas, are considered complex ovarian cysts that are quite interesting. Some might find them, well, unappealing. They are generally benign, but are nasty little things that can contain a variety of different tissues, including hair and teeth. Super odd, right? Ask your Ultrasound Tech, Katie about them next time you're in for an Ultrasound!
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Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
Fibroids are growths that form inside or on the walls of the uterus. They are most common in women between the ages of 30 to 50, with an estimated 20-80% of females developing fibroids before menopause.
An OB-GYN (also known as an obstetrician-gynecologist) is a doctor that specializes in women's health. They are trained specifically in areas of health that are exclusive for women, making them the best people to visit with women's health questions.
Are you putting off getting a regular pap smear because you are afraid the test will come back abnormal? This is a common fear that many women have that prevents them from taking proactive steps for their health.
Finding out that you have abnormal cervical cells can be a scary thing, but with naturopathic options, your treatment doesn't have to be. Read this post on tips on this topic to help ease your mind.
The last post to our post partum mood disorder, will highlight any minute detail we had missed in the first two posts. We are addressing with care the steps to take during our recovery and how our expecting mothers can be ahead of the game.