Center for Young Women's Health
Cystic Fibrosis: Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence (UI) means that you leak urine when you don’t mean to. When you have CF, your pelvic floor muscles (the muscles in your groin that control your bladder) […]
Read more »Cystic Fibrosis: Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Deciding to have a sexual relationship is a big deal for everyone for many reasons, including the possible risks of getting a sexually transmitted infection and/or becoming pregnant. What are […]
Read more »Cystic Fibrosis: Pregnancy and Fertility Basics
Can I get pregnant if I have CF? YES. Most women with CF can get pregnant and give birth to healthy babies, but it’s always best to PLAN AHEAD with […]
Read more »How many places in your body can hair grow?
Hair typically grows on a person’s head but also anywhere on the body except the lips, palms of the hands and the bottom of the feet. Our genes (that are […]
Read more »I can’t go to sleep. I’ve tried teas, meditation, music, worry dolls and just about anything else I could think of. Falling asleep between 12:30-4:00 is common for me, and once I do fall asleep it’s only for just over an hour. What can I do?
Thanks for your question! Not being able to sleep well is frustrating for sure. You may have already realized that lack of sleep makes it harder to focus which can […]
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