Tubal ligation failure is rare but it can occur if unforeseen complications occur or the procedure wasn’t conducted properly. The risk of failure can be decreased with precautionary tips.
When comparing endometriosis versus ovarian cancer, many symptoms and characteristics are quite similar. Knowing how to tell the difference and when to seek medical attention is important, as this article can explain.
Discomfort or pain in the lower abdominal region is due to many reasons and medical conditions. Lower right pelvic pain has some similar causes to upper right pelvic pain, but there are also differences.
Women often report late periods and endometriosis as going hand in hand. While endometriosis is a common gynecological condition, what causes it and its symptoms – such as late periods – requires further research to be fully understood.
A breast cancer screening can rule out different types of breast cancer. Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is a form of breast cancer, often found on a routine mammogram. A mammogram showing DCIS will prompt further testing, such as a biopsy.
Atrophic vaginitis occurs due to a decrease in estrogen levels, causing inflammation of the vagina and vulva. Medications for alleviating vaginal symptoms include Hormonal Treatment (HT) and Nonhormonal Treatment. Learn more about the benefits, side effects and risks of each.
Side effects of stopping progesterone pills are generally mild; however, in some cases the side effects can be severe or persistent. Side effects can include breast tenderness and even an increased risk for cancer.