Botox, traditionally known for its cosmetic use in reducing wrinkles, has a surprising range of medical applications beyond the beauty industry Originally derived from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, Botox (botulinum toxin) works by temporarilyContinue Reading
Routine pregnancy testing is a vital practice for women of reproductive age These tests are typically performed to confirm pregnancy by detecting the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine or blood, which is produced shortly after aContinue Reading
Tightening loose skin can be a challenging yet achievable goal with the right approach Whether it’s due to weight loss, aging, or other factors, understanding how to care for your skin can make a significant difference First, maintaining aContinue Reading
Gestational diabetes is a condition that occurs only during pregnancy It is different then having type 1 or type 2 diabetes while being pregnant Gestational diabetes usually appears between weeks 24-28 weeks of pregnancy In some cases it canContinue Reading
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide, affecting millions of people each year While HPV is incredibly prevalent, understanding its causes, associated risks, and prevention strategies isContinue Reading
Bacterial vaginosis is a common vaginal infection It occurs when the good and bad bacteria in the vagina become out of balance There is usually an overgrowth of bad bacteria that leads to the infections Anyone can develop bacterial vaginosis Continue Reading
Candida albicans is a fungus This fungus naturally is inside our body Candida means yeast This yeast is normally in our mouth, skin, and intestines in small amounts When the yeast becomes out of balance and there is an overgrowth it canContinue Reading
Testicular torsion is a serious, painful, emergency condition Testicular torsion is when the spermatic cord that provides blood flow to the testicle twists and cuts off blood supply This usually requires emergency surgery to correct Most ofContinue Reading
Collagen is a critical protein in the human body that acts as a structural building block for various tissues, including skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage It’s the most abundant protein in the body, accounting for a significantContinue Reading
The endocrine system is in charge of producing hormones These hormones link with glands throughout the body to help the body run smoothly and healthy The endocrine system is in charge of more than just your testosterone and estrogen levels inContinue Reading
Hormonal headaches occur from fluctuating hormones Particularly the fluctuation with estrogen levels Hormonal headaches can also be called menstrual migraines, or premenstrual syndrome headaches These headaches can become chronic TheyContinue Reading
Cherry angiomas go by lots of different names They are also known as cherry hemangiomas, Campbell de Morgan spots, or senile angiomas These cherry angiomas are red moles made up of blood vessels Usually 2-4mm in size, and can range from lightContinue Reading
Prodromal labor is very common in most pregnancies It is false labor contractions that are helping your body prep for the real labor Prodromal labor occurs in the weeks leading up to your due date The bad news about prodromal labor is that itContinue Reading
Skin tags are small, benign growths that can appear on the surface of the skin They are also known as acrochordons These growths are typically soft and flesh-colored and often resemble tiny, hanging bits of skin Skin tags are quite common and canContinue Reading
Hormonal changes can cause an array of symptoms and side effects New allergies can emerge any time you have a significant hormone change, whether that is puberty, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, or menopause An allergy is when your immuneContinue Reading
Aging is just a natural part of life. It changes our bodies in different ways that we can’t avoid seeing. The most obvious sign of aging is when our skin starts to sag and lose its natural texture. It can be jarring at first to notice the fine lines onContinue Reading
PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, is one of the most common hormonal conditions that affect women PCOS causes hormonal imbalances which can cause ovarian cysts, irregular periods, acne, thinning hair, and weight gain PCOS cannot be healed,Continue Reading
When you’re expecting a baby, you face almost endless decisions — one of the most important being place of delivery. If you’re like more than 98% of American women, you’re planning to give birth in a hospital. So how do you choose which one? What are the factors that makeContinue Reading
For those of us with acne-prone skin or those who suffer with pigmentation from scarring, we are constantly on the lookout for a product that can help keep our pores clear to prevent future breakouts and also remove the dull outer layer of dead skin cells, to reveal the fresh,Continue Reading
The placenta is an organ that develops during pregnancy The placenta provides the baby with food, oxygen, and removes waste The placenta is located inside the uterus, and attaches to the uterine wall during pregnancy When the placenta is lowContinue Reading