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Understanding Your Abnormal Pap
There are different reasons why you can have an abnormal pap smear. Further testing assists your Physician with the diagnosis and plan of action for your care.
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Pap Smear Tests
Many women know going in for the annual exam with the obstetrician means a pap smear, but what about a first-timer? This will get you educated.
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Another Milestone
Another Milestone is a folllow-up to an article I wrote on March 9th called "Counting My Blessing."
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Cervical Cancer Facts
Cervical cancer is highly preventable in most women. Understand the causes, risk factors and symptoms of this disease.
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Human Papillomavirus
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of 100 types of viruses that account for nearly 100% of all cases of cervical cancer, and are a major cause of anal cancers.
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Pap Smear
The slow development of cervical cancer makes early detection by means of the simple and inexpensive Pap smear test significant in its prevention and early treatment.
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Research Topics
Innovative studies in breast cancer research.
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Understanding Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer can be treated and cured if detected early. Regular exams and information are keys to successful treatment.
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A Broad Overview of Cervical Cancer
According to the Mayo Clinic In Rochester, Minn., 10,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. Of these 10,000 women, 4,000 will die.
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Cancer Screening Basics
Getting appropriate cancer screening literally can save lives since early detection is the key to effective cancer treatment.
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Cervical Cancer
This gynecological cancer can be serious if left untreated. Learn about human papillomavirus, the Pap smear, treatments, and the cervical cancer vaccine.
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Facts about Cervical Cancer
Get the facts about cervical cancer and protect yourself from this disease. Early detection can save your life!
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HPV's Role in Cervical Cancer
The risk factors for cervical cancer includes persistent infection with HPV as well as environmental factors. The cancer is detectable at early stages with regular exams.
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HPV, Cervical Cancer & HPV Vaccine
Persistent infection by one of the 40 "high-risk" Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) types causes cervical cancer in women. Vaccination prevents high-risk HPV infection.
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Ovarian Tumors and Cysts
Although most ovarian and uterine cysts and tumors are benign and require little medical intervention, there are things you should know about your options for treatment.
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Pathology Lab Techniques to Diagnose Disease
Pathology is a diverse, important part of medicine in the study of disease. New research in diagnostic methods allow easier, faster treatment of cancer and infections.
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Stress and Cervical Cancer
Women with higher levels of perceived stress may be less able to fight off HPV, the virus that causes cervical cancer.
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The HPV Vaccine and Teenage Girls
Parents want to protect their daughters from the effects of HPV, but is the Gardasil vaccine the right choice?
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When to Visit the Gynecologist
Visiting your gynecologist is important for maintaining good reproductive health. Schedule yearly checkups as well as visits for these gynecological symptoms...
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How to Build a Positive Body Image
Here are some activities that will help you appreciate your figure, just by concentrating on what you already have.
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Cervical Cancer Treatments
Survival rates are improving as women are becoming more aware of cervical cancer signs.
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Criteria for Screening Tests
Certain diseases do not have screening tests in place, even those that should. The explanation for this requires an understanding of what makes a good screening test.
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Five Easy Steps Women Can Take to Stay Healthy
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New Vaccine Could Prevent Cervical Cancer
A vaccine to prevent cancer! How does that work? If you are thinking microbiologically it makes a lot of sense. Click on the article title to learn more.
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HPV Protection
On June 8, 2006 the Food and Drug Administration approved use of the world's first vaccine against cervical and other anogenital cancers caused by HPV.
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Easter Marks the Spring Season
April 12, 2009 is Easter Sunday. Get ready to jump into springtime.
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False Alarm, but still...
Negative results from a mammo and clinical breast exam.
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Feminists Desire for Affordable Healthcare
Women's healthcare initiatives include the right to affordable birth control methods and the equal access to preventive health screenings.
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March Health Observances
Each month health observances help to raise the public's awareness of health issues and the need for cures and prevention.
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Miscarriages and HPV
Scientific study of how HPV (human papillomavirus) ,which is most unknowningly an STD, can cause miscarriages in women and how do reduce the risk.
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New Recommendation for Women's Health Screening
ACOG has issued new guidelines for routine health screenings for women ages 13 and up.
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Pregnancy Complications with LEEP
Cervical abnormalities are often treated with a surgical procedure known as LEEP. Evidence shows that women have more pregnancy complications following a LEEP.
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Soy and Menopause
New study challenges the positive effects of soy as a substitute for estrogen replacement therapy postmenopause.
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Ten Steps to Better Health
These 10 basic tips can improve your health and help prevent illness down the road.
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The Safety of the HPV Vaccine
The HPV vaccine is backed by the CDC as a way to prevent infection and protect women against cervical cancer.
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The Unseen Can Be Harmful
Genital warts: A sexually transmitted disease that you may not notice but can harm you.
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Women's Health after 40
Women over 40 make up approximately 24% of the U.S. population. Women are living longer and healthier lives. Medical tests are vital to ensuring optimal health.
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Book Review of Jade - Fighting to the End
British reality TV star Jade Goody has experienced more in her brief life than many people probably would in decades.
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Cancer Screening in the Elderly
Cancer screening in an elderly individual must take into account the person's age and life expectancy, any co-existing illnesses, and the risks and benefits of screening.
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Endometrial Biopsy
The endometrial biopsy is a test to determine the health of the uterine lining and its ability to support a pregnancy in patients who suffer from recurrent loss.
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Family History of Breast Cancer - A New Perspective
A review of a LANCET study about the risk associated with family history of breast cancer.
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Health Mistakes Women Make
Important doctor vists women should make
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How to Find the Cause of Itchy Skin without Rash
Finding the cause of itchy skin without a visible rash involves detailed history taking, skin and systemic examination and laboratory investigations.
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How to Organise Family Medical Records
It can be difficult to keep track of different medical history and ongoing medical needs of family members. Put a system in place to ensure that nothing is overlooked.
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New Year's Resolutions
New Year's Resolutions for headache sufferers
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Pain During Intercourse
As many as a shocking 60% of women may experience vaginal, cervical or abdominal pain during or after intercourse at some point in their lives.
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Personal Medical Records
Take responsibility for your own health status by keeping an up to date copy of your personal health information.
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Preventive Care for the Elderly
Aging baby boomers want to remain healthy as they look toward retirement and beyond. Guidelines for maintaining optimal health in geriatric populations can help.
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Screening for High FSH / DOR
Women with DOR are shocked to discover they are running out of eggs. Some say it's important for all women to keep a close eye on their ovarian reserve.
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Snippets of Research
Headline reviews of the latest breast cancer research.
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