9 Things You Must Know About Cryptorchidism by Ashley Hunter
Cryptorchidism is when one or both of the testicles are undescended meaning that the testicle has not dropped in the scrotum. This condition affects baby boys and is not a very common condition. The testicle will sometimes move into the proper place on its own. In cases where it does not descend, there are treatments […]
9 Things You Must Know About Eclampsia By Krista Kamp
There are various types of health conditions that can affect people’s reproductive system in negative ways. An example of one of these health conditions is Eclampsia; which is a condition that involves seizures in women with severe cases of preeclampsia. There are various things to know about this condition including; causes, risks, preventions, and treatments. […]
5 Things You Must Ask your Gynecologist by Megan Poley
A lot of women may feel shy or embarrassed to ask personal questions to their doctors. It doesn’t matter if what you are wondering about is embarrassing or you are confused about anything, it is important that if you need something answered you can ask your doctor. Here are 5 things that you should not […]
9 Things You Must Know About Vaginosis By Jacob Dawson
People sometimes mistake Vaginosis for a yeast infection. Like all sexually transmitted diseases protecting yourself is the key to prevention. So here are the 9 things you must know about Vaginosis! 1. Vaginosis is a disease of the vagina caused by bacteria and can be sexually transmitted from partner to partner by going directly from […]
Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER) / Heartburn / Acid Reflux
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is when Heartburn occurs more than twice a week over a period of time. When acid backs up from the stomach into the esophagus it erodes the lining causing problems. Do you have heartburn and are not sure what to do? Avoid alcohol, coffee, spicy foods, etc Avoid overeating Eat small […]
9 Things You Must Know About Hepatitis C by Jillian Thornton
Hepatitis A, B, C, D, what is this all about? What exactly is Hepatitis C? Many people are uneducated about this disease and may get them confused with the various types. Well simply put here are nine things you should know about Hepatitis C and then maybe you won’t be as confused. What exactly […]
9 Things You Must Know About the Gardasil Vaccine by Tiffani Beekman
A vaccine is described as a substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies and provide immunity against one or several diseases, prepared from the causative agent of a disease, its products, or a synthetic substitute, treated to act as an antigen without inducing the disease. Gardasil is a vaccine administered today for preventative measures […]
9 Things You Must Know About Fibroids By Rhea Becnel
Fibroids are tumors that are benign (non-cancerous) and can originate in the uterus or cervix of a woman. They can grow in the uterus lining, such as the myometrium of the uterus. Fibroids can affect any woman, although it is rare for women under the age of twenty. Women need to see their OB/GYN yearly […]
9 Things you must Know About Testicular Cancer By Jessica Chandler
Testicular Cancer is a very serious disease causing the cells in one or both testicles to become malignant. There are many things to know about detection, symptoms, treatments, and survival of testicular cancer. 9 of the main things to know about this disease are listed in this paper. 1.) White men are far more likely […]
9 Things You Must Know About Endometriosis by Chastity Stephens
We have all experienced “that time of the month”, if you are a woman that is. Some men experience it but without the bleeding. Have you experienced server cramping or cramping that is worse than usual during your menstrual period? Well if so and you are in childbearing years you may have what they call […]