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Dispositivos Intrauterinos (DIUs)

Updated 12 February 2021 under Guías de la Salud.

Un dispositivo intrauterino es un tipo de método anticonceptivo que es insertado en el útero a través de la vagina y el cuello uterino para prevenir el embarazo. Existe muchos […]

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Embarazo: Embarazo Ectópico/ Embarazo Tubárico y Aborto Espontáneo

Updated 20 July 2021 under Guías de la Salud.

Embarazo Normal: Un embarazo normal ocurre cuando un óvulo fecundado se implanta dentro del útero. El óvulo fecundado continúa creciendo y desarrollándose hasta ser un feto. Embarazo Ectópico: Un embarazo ectópico sucede […]

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I went to my doctor to get tested for chlamydia, turns out, I have it. My doctor prescribed me some medication that I took while I had my period. Is it OK that I took the medicine while I had my period?

Updated 25 January 2021 under Ask Us.

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) and it’s actually super common. It is one of the most commonly transmitted STIs. Chlamydia is a little tricky, so it’s really important […]

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Embarazo: Embarazo No Deseado

Updated 20 July 2021 under Guías de la Salud.

¿Cuáles son mis opciones si tengo un embarazo no deseado? Si confirmas que tienes un embarazo intrauterino, tienes 3 opciones: Continuar con el embarazo y volverte madre Continuar con el embarazo […]

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Is it normal for my inner and/or outer labia (lips of the vagina) to be itchy and peeling?

Updated 3 February 2021 under Ask Us.

There are a lot of different reasons why someone might experience vaginal itchiness and peeling. That being said, a great place to start is by scheduling an appointment to see […]

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Are there any at-home remedies I can use to manage my BV, until I can get a doctor’s appointment?

Updated 11 March 2021 under Ask Us.

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection that can affect teens and adults. The infection occurs when there is a sudden change in the bacterial flora in the vagina. […]

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I was recently diagnosed with MRKH, but I wasn’t ready to seek help right away. Now I am ready to learn more about my diagnosis. Is there a website or physician registry that could help me locate a provider that specializes in MRKH?

Updated 29 March 2021 under Ask Us.

Great question! Thank you for reaching out to us. MRKH (Mayer Rokitansky Kuster Hauser Syndrome) is a congenital (occurs during fetal development) problem that affects the female reproductive tract. Unfortunately, […]

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I am 17 years old and underweight. My period is super irregular and I don’t know why. Could it be because I am underweight? Is there anything I can do to be healthier, will it help regulate my period?

Updated 18 May 2021 under Ask Us.

Irregular periods can be super inconvenient and sometimes pretty frustrating. Pinpointing the main cause for irregular periods can also be challenge, since there can be many different causes. For starters, […]

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I know you are supposed to regularly see a GYN for checkups starting at 21, but I have a history of sexual abuse and I am scared it will be triggering. I am really scared to go and have never been. What can I expect and how can I make it less scary?

Updated 1 June 2021 under Ask Us.

This is a great question, and you are not alone. Sexual abuse and previous trauma can be triggering, but your gynecologist can do many things to help prevent this from […]

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