by Dr. Cirasole | Sep 22, 2017 | Cirasole, Gynecology
Each year, there’s always a list of things you should do. Spring clean your house. Go to the dentist. Clean out your closet. Take a vacation. And, obviously, go to the gynecologist for your yearly checkup. There are multiple reasons why visiting the gynecologist is an...
by Dr. Wiebracht | Aug 31, 2017 | Gynecology, Wiebracht
You’re most likely familiar with “the pill,” but is it the right choice? Maybe it is, but maybe it isn’t. Birth control, also called contraception, comes in many forms, and there might be some that are better for your specific needs when compared to others. It is...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Jul 26, 2016 | Gynecology
As Americans are living longer, most women live a third of their lives after menopause. Women view menopause as another phase of life and are viewing it as a new beginning. What Is Menopause? Menopause technically means the “end of menstruation.” The...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Jul 26, 2016 | Gynecology
What Is Hormone Replacement Therapy? Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) consists of using two hormones, estrogen and progesterone, to relieve the symptoms of menopause. Menopause is a naturally occurring event in the lives of all women. One third of your life will...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Jul 26, 2016 | Conditions, Gynecology
Osteoporosis is a disease in which the bones lose mass, becoming thin and weak. Some bone loss is to be expected as part of the aging process, but with osteoporosis the bone loss is so severe that it causes bones to become porous, brittle, and likely to break. The...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Jul 25, 2016 | Gynecology
More than 60 viruses make up what is known as Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). These viruses can cause warts anywhere on the human body. The HPV types that attack the genital tract are sexually transmitted. HPV is currently the most common sexually transmitted virus in...
