By Holly L. Thacker, MDRomosozumab-aqqg/Evenity®, a new osteoporosistreatment, was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in April and will be available in the summer of 2019. This new treatment is a sclerostin inhibitor, which works through a novel (Wnt) pathway and has both anabolic and antiresorptive effects, increasing new bone formation and preventing bone breakdown. The prescribing information indicates that—if warranted—patients be continued on antiresorptive-only…

A baby girl born last month at Cleveland Clinic has made history. She was the first baby in North America delivered by a mother who received a uterus transplant from a deceased donor. The mother, who is in her mid-30s, is part of a groundbreaking research trial involving 10 women with uterine factor infertility. Women who have UFI don’t have a uterus, or had their uterus removed, so they aren’t able to get pregnant. The study is testing whether receiving a uterus transplant from a deceased…

The FDA has cleared a noninvasive device to relieve acute migraine pain. Nerivio Migra is a "first-in-category product," according to Theranica, the company that makes it. It is worn on the upper arm and uses smartphone-controlled electronic pulses to relieve migraine pain. The device is for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults who don’t have chronic migraine. The FDA approved the device on the basis of results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled…

What is the topical medicine to deal with excessive hair on face and chin? I have tried waxing and depilatories. Someone told me there is a cream that is a long term solution.

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The US Food and Drug Administration approved a drug to return sexual desire to some women with low libido, the agency said Friday. The drug, bremelanotide, sold under the brand name Vyleesi by AMAG Pharmaceuticals, is an injection to be taken before sex. It's intended to treat women who are premenopausal and have hypoactive sexual desire disorder, where a lack of interest in sex may cause significant distress in a woman's life. It will be available in September, and the company has not yet…

I am wondering if hormone therapy (BHT) is right for me if I am not experiencing any ill effects of menopause? I'm 52 and haven't had a period for about 14 months. However, I do not have hot flashes, night sweats, and in fact feel very good.

How long do bladder lifts last? Will Attain help?

What is the reason that Estrogen/Progesterone is not being prescribed by OB/GYNs after a certain age (70)?

I started taking vaginal estrogen and now learned my dramatic hair loss may be a side effect. I recently stopped taking this medicine. I have an appointment with my gynecologist soon, but I’m panicking as I’m losing a handful of hair every day. What can I do?

My gynecologist's office closed suddenly, and I was having my pessary cleaned every 10 weeks. How do I clean it myself?

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Slynd (drospirenone) for use as an oral contraceptive pill. The pill contains drospirenone 4 mg and comes in sets of 24 active pills along with 4 inactive tablets.The New Drug Application (NDA) for drospirenone was submitted to the FDA by Exeltis USA, Inc, which announced the approval of this progestin-only contraceptive tablet."Slynd may be an excellent choice for women who need or want safe and effective oral contraception without the…

Authors Julie A. Elder, DOHolly L. Thacker, MD Published: October 2013 Last reviewed: February 2016 Definition Menopause is defined as the absence of menses for 1 year. Women usually experience menopause between 40 and 55 years of age, with the median age being 51. Smokers and women with chronic illnesses tend to experience menopause at an earlier age. Menopause transition consists of fluctuating ovarian function and occurs 2 to 8 years before menopause and up to 1 year after the final…

I recently learned I have osteoporosis. I read Dr. Moreno’s article about exercising safely. I would like to know if she would recommend using a weighted vest? I’d like to use one to increase weight-bearing load, but wonder if if it is advised?

My doctor prescribed vaginal inserts to treat vaginal atrophy, but they are too expensive. Are there more natural/herbal, less expensive ways to address the same issue that will truly get results?

I have chronic pain in my fingers, wrist, hips, knees, shoulders, ankles, toes and bottoms of my feet. I am gaining weight. What can I take to alleviate my pain, so that I can exercise and lose this weight?

I am an OB/GYN physician and am curious if you have any experience using Tranexemic Acid/Lysteda® pills, one daily orally to treat melasma? I am considering prescribing a non-hormonal IUD for my patient who can’t tolerate hormone contraceptive pills.

Are there special devices that can be paid for by Medicare to improve weak (and possibly damaged) pelvic floor muscles?

I've been having pain in my toes, legs, hips, lower back and stiffness in my ankles and legs. I'm 50 years old and I need something to help relieve my pain. I would like natural help, please.