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Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake

Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake

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A lemon cake and fresh blueberries pair up for a simple, delectable cake.


Mouth Sore

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The corner of my mouth was sore and I thought it was a pimple, so I squeezed it and it turned into a sore. I was told to use over the counter Clotrimazole cream - is this acceptable for my sore?


Hypophosphatasia: An Inherited Disease That Affects the Bones and Teeth

Hypophosphatasia: An Inherited Disease That Affects the Bones and Teeth

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Dr. Chad Deal, Dr. Sabrina Sahni and Dr. Anna Camille Moreno discuss Hypophosphatasia (HPP) also known as “deficiency of alkaline phosphatase” or “phosphoethanalominuria.”


Postpartum Depression: What’s a Mother to do?

Postpartum Depression: What’s a Mother to do?

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Please read guest columnist, Dr. Rupali Chadha’s column on this common condition and new therapies available to women.


Abnormal Bleeding From Birth Control

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I started the depo-provera shot as a temporary birth control, a week in I started my period and I have been bleeding ever since. My three month date for the shot wearing off was three weeks ago, and I am still bleeding. Everything about the shot has been unusual for me. When can I expect to stop bleeding?


Urinary Incontinence and Nerve Damage

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Will the Attain device work for urinary incontinence? I have been tested and I have nerve damage. I can't feel it, but the machine says I can have a small/weak contraction when asked. Will Attain work in my situation?


What is New in Vaginal and Pelvic Floor Boot Camp?

What is New in Vaginal and Pelvic Floor Boot Camp?

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How Pelvic Floor Exercise Can Stop Bladder (and Bowel) Leakage and Help Sexual Function


#YouFirst Daily Tip: Bone Health by Dr. Holly Thacker

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Ladies, put yourself at the top of your to-do list! Dr. Holly L. Thacker shares bone health tips for women.


Chicken Taco Rice Salad

Chicken Taco Rice Salad

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This Chicken Taco Rice Salad is a favorite toss-together southwestern style chef salad with simple ingredients and big flavor. The salad is mixed a delicious salsa that is made with a few ingredients and magically makes a great-tasting vinaigrette!


Why Your Bones Matter

Why Your Bones Matter

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Read guest columnist women’s health and osteoporosis expert, Dr. Kristi Tough DeSapri’s column on osteoporosis. Dr. Tough DeSapri completed a two year fellowship in Specialized Women’s Health at Cleveland Clinic and now practices in Illinois and is the mother of three sons.


Medications for Hay Fever Symptoms

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What are the best OTC medications for hay fever symptoms, mostly sneezing and cough?


Caffeine May Reduce Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

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I have non alcoholic fatty liver disease. Is it okay to drink hot chai tea?


Osteoporosis Treatment Romosozumab (Evenity®): Risks and Benefits

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I have been having Reclast®/zoledronic acid infusions since 2009 (annually until 2012 and bi-annually since 2012 through October 2018). The last DXA scan in September 2018 showed there had been no significant interval change since the previous scan in 2016. However, the findings were:

  • The lowest score was the Left femur (total) is osteoporotic (T-score of -2.7)

Would the new drug Romosozumab (Evenity®) be something to pursue? I am concerned about the FDA warning that it may increase the risk of heart attack, stroke or sudden death. Is it currently available?


Imvexxy® Side Effects

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I recently started taking Imvexxy® vaginal estradiol inserts, and I am having stomach cramps, diarrhea and headaches. Are these normal side effects of Imvexxy®?


Biotin Supplements and Lab Tests

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I have been taking biotin for several months and have just read the article about how biotin supplements can affect lab tests. Should I be concerned about this?


FDA Recalls Transvaginal Mesh for Treatment of Pelvic Organ Prolapse

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By Marie Fidela Paraiso, MD As President of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL), I have been fielding calls from colleagues, patients, media and industry about the recent announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Association, which recalled transvaginal mesh used for the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse (POP). An important distinction There’s an important distinction to make here: the FDA has ordered Boston Scientific and Coloplast to stop selling surgical mesh for…


Hair Loss in Women Treatment Guide

Hair Loss in Women Treatment Guide

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Download our free guide to learn about symptoms and causes of hair loss, hair loss and menopause, diagnosis of hair loss and treatment options available to you.


FDA Pulls All Vaginal Mesh Products Off the Market

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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today ordered the manufacturers of vaginal mesh products to stop selling and distributing their products in the US immediately, saying the companies failed to provide reasonable assurance that the products are safe and effective. The three vaginal mesh devices available in the United States are Boston Scientific's Uphold LITE and Xenform, and Coloplast's Restorelle DirectFix Anterior. The companies have 10 days to submit their plan to withdraw these…


Speaking of Women's Health Named One of the Best Women's Health Blogs of 2019

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Speaking of Women's Health has been named one of Healthline's best women's health blogs of 2019. Each year, Healthline looks for blogs that are inspiring, educating, and empowering women to lead their best lives — in more ways than one. This year Speaking of Women's Health is one of fourteen blogs to be awarded the title. This is the third year in a row that Speaking of Women's Health has been selected by Healthline as Best Women's Health Blog.


Hyaluronic Acid

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What is the percentage/millgram rate of dosing vaginally of hyaluronic acid?