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  • Ectopic Pregnancy An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy located outside the inner lining of the uterus. The majority of ectopic pregnancies occur in...learn more »
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    Ectopic Pregnancy Article
    • What is an ectopic pregnancy?
    • What are the risk factors for ectopic pregnancy?
    • What are the signs and symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy?
    • How is ectopic pregnancy diagnosed?
    • What is the health risk of an ectopic pregnancy?
    • What treatment options are available for ectopic pregnancy?
    • Ectopic Pregnancy At A Glance
  • Miscarriage A miscarriage is any pregnancy that ends spontaneously before the fetus can survive. Miscarriage usually occurs before the 13th...learn more »
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    Miscarriage Article
    • What is a miscarriage?
    • What causes a miscarriage, and what are the tests for the different causes?
    • What does NOT cause miscarriage?
    • Are there lifestyle factors associated with miscarriage?
    • What are the symptoms of a miscarriage?
    • What will the doctor look for during an examination with suspected miscarriage?
    • How is threatened abortion evaluated?
    • What are common terms a woman might hear during evaluation for miscarriage?
    • What treatment can a woman expect when she has had a miscarriage?
    • When should a woman receive evaluation for underlying causes of pregnancy loss?
    • Can something be done to prevent future miscarriages?
    • Miscarriage At A Glance
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Women (STDs) Sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are infections that are transmitted during any type of sexual exposure, including...learn more »
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    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Women (STDs) Article
    • What are sexually transmitted diseases (STDs, formerly referred to as sexually transmitted infections or STIs)?
    • Gonorrhea
    • What is gonorrhea?
    • Symptoms of gonorrhea
    • Diagnosis of gonorrhea
    • Treatment of gonorrhea
    • Chlamydia
    • What is chlamydia?
    • Symptoms of chlamydia
    • Diagnosis of chlamydia
    • Treatment of chlamydia
    • Syphilis
    • What is syphilis?
    • Symptoms of syphilis
    • Diagnosis of syphilis
    • Treatment of syphilis
    • Genital Herpes
    • What is genital herpes?
    • Symptoms of genital herpes
    • Diagnosis of genital herpes
    • Treatment of genital herpes
    • Human Papillomaviruses (HPVs) and Genital Warts
    • What are HPVs?
    • Diagnosis of HPV and genital warts
    • How is HPV treated?
    • What should a person do if sexually exposed to genital warts?
    • The HPV vaccine
    • Chancroid
    • What is a chancroid?
    • Diagnosis of chancroid
    • Treatment of chancroid
    • What should a person do if exposed to someone with chancroid?
    • Ectoparasitic Infections
    • What are ectoparasitic infections?
    • Pubic lice (pediculosis pubis)
    • Scabies
    • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
    • Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and AIDS
    • Hepatitis B
    • What is hepatitis B?
    • Hepatitis B symptoms
    • How can HBV infection be prevented?
    • Hepatitis B diagnosis and treatment
    • Hepatitis C
    • What is hepatitis C?
    • Diagnosis and treatment of hepatitis C
    • Conclusions
  • Menstrual Cramps Menstrual cramps (pain in the belly and pelvic area) are experienced by women as a result of menses. Menstrual cramps are not the...learn more »
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    Menstrual Cramps Article
    • What are menstrual cramps?
    • How common are menstrual cramps?
    • What is dysmenorrhea?
    • What causes menstrual cramps?
    • Why are some cramps so painful?
    • Can menstrual cramps be measured?
    • What other factors influence menstrual cramps?
    • What are the symptoms of menstrual cramps?
    • How are menstrual cramps diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for common menstrual cramps (primary dysmenorrhea)?
    • What if the cramps are very severe?
    • Are there surgical solutions?
    • What is the treatment of secondary dysmenorrhea?
    • What is the long-term outlook (prognosis) for menstrual cramps?
    • Menstrual Cramps At A Glance
  • Birth Control (Types and Options) There are a number of different methods of birth control to include: barrier methods, IUDs, hormonal methods, natural methods,...learn more »
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    Birth Control (Types and Options) Article
    • Introduction to birth control types and options
    • Summary and conclusions
    • Birth Control At A Glance
  • Menstrual Cramps and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Medication Guide Menstrual cramps and premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms include abdominal cramping, bloating, a feeling of fullness, abdominal...learn more »
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    Menstrual Cramps and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Medication Guide Article
    • Menstrual cramps and PMS medication facts
    • What are menstrual cramps?
    • What is the treatment for common menstrual cramps (primary dysmenorrhea)?
    • What is premenstrual syndrome (PMS)?
    • What treatments are available for PMS?
    • What medications are used to treat PMS?
    • What are some guidelines for the safe use of OTC products for menstrual cramps and PMS?
  • Vaginal Bleeding Normal vaginal bleeding (menorrhea) occurs through the process of menstruation. Abnormal vaginal bleeding in women who are...learn more »
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    Vaginal Bleeding Article
    • What is normal vaginal bleeding?
    • What is abnormal vaginal bleeding?
    • Is the woman having abnormal vaginal bleeding during pregnancy?
    • What is the pattern of the abnormal vaginal bleeding?
    • Is the woman ovulating?
  • Infertility Infertility is the diminished ability to conceive a child. The primary cause of infertility in men is a sperm disorder. In women,...learn more »
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    Infertility Article
    • What is infertility?
    • Is infertility a common problem?
    • Is infertility just a woman's problem?
    • What causes infertility in men?
    • What increases a man's risk of infertility?
    • What causes infertility in women?
    • What things increase a woman's risk of infertility?
    • How does age affect a woman's ability to have children?
    • How long should women try to get pregnant before calling their doctors?
    • How will doctors find out if a woman and her partner have fertility problems?
    • How do doctors treat infertility?
    • What medicines are used to treat infertility in women?
    • What is intrauterine insemination (IUI)?
    • What is assisted reproductive technology (ART)?
    • How often is assisted reproductive technology (ART) successful?
    • What are the different types of assisted reproductive technology (ART)?
    • For more information
  • Sexual Health Sexual health information including birth control, impotence, herpes, sexually transmitted diseases, staying healthy, women's...learn more »
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    Sexual Health Article
    • What is the most common cause of sex problems among men and women?
    • What is the most common sexual problem in men?
    • What is the true definition of erectile dysfunction -- and what are the most common causes?
    • What causes sexual dysfunction in women?
    • What causes pain in the penis?
    • Why do some women have painful intercourse?
    • What is retrograde ejaculation, and how is it treated?
    • Is having an erection for an extended period of time dangerous?
    • Which medications commonly cause sex problems for men or women?
    • Is it true that sex can actually give some people a headache?
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Pregnancy (STDs) When you are pregnant, many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can be especially harmful to you and your baby. These STDs...learn more »
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    Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Pregnancy (STDs) Article
    • Pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, commonly called STDs
    • STDs include
    • What are the symptoms of STDs?
    • How can STDs affect my pregnancy?
    • How can I find out if I have an STD?
    • How are STDs treated in pregnancy?
    • How can I protect myself from STDs?
    • How can I prevent spreading a STD?
  • Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is the most common and serious complication of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), aside from...learn more »
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    Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Article
    • Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) facts*
    • What is pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?
    • What causes pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • How common is pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • Are some women more likely to get pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • What are the signs and symptoms of pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • How is pelvic inflammatory disease diagnosed?
    • How is pelvic inflammatory disease treated?
    • What if my partner is infected with pelvic inflammatory disease?
    • Can pelvic inflammatory disease cause infertility?
    • How can pelvic inflammatory disease be prevented?
    • What should I do if I think I have an STI (sexually transmitted disease)?
  • Trichomoniasis (Vaginal Infection) Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a parasite passed from person to person. Trichomoniasis can be...learn more »
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    Trichomoniasis (Vaginal Infection) Article
    • What is trichomoniasis and how do you get it?
    • What are the symptoms of trichomoniasis?
    • Is there a test for trichomoniasis?
    • How is trichomoniasis treated?
    • What happens if I don't get treated?
    • Should I tell my partner if I have trichomoniasis?
    • Does trichomoniasis cause problems during pregnancy?
    • How is trichomoniasis prevented?
  • Menstruation Menstruation (menstrual cycle) is also referred to as a "period." When a woman menstruates, the lining of the uterus is shed....learn more »
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    Menstruation Article
    • What is menstruation?
    • What is the menstrual cycle?
    • What happens during the menstrual cycle?
    • What is a typical menstrual period like?
    • What kinds of problems do women have with their periods?
    • When does a girl usually get her first period?
    • How long does a woman have periods?
    • When should I see a doctor about my period?
    • How often should I change my pad/tampon?
    • For more information
  • Reproductive Health Reproductive health encompasses the beginning of menstruation for women, choosing the right birth control method for you and your...learn more »
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    Reproductive Health Article
    • Menstruation and menopause
    • Pregnancy and preconception care
    • Fertility/Infertility
    • Contraception
    • Sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS/HIV