Vaginal Infections

Vaginal Infections

What Are Vaginal Infections? Vaginal infections are the most common gynecologic disorder. Many of the agents that cause vaginal infections are normally found in the vagina in small numbers. The normal vaginal flora generally keeps the agents from overgrowing. Whenever...

Thyroid Disorders

What Is the Thyroid? The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that regulates the body’s metabolism and organ function. The gland is located across the base of the neck below the Adam’s apple and in front of the windpipe. The thyroid produces hormones that...