Women's Health
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Contraception
Birth control, also known as contraception, is the use of medications, surgery or devices to prevent pregnancy.
Combined Oral Contraceptives:
These oral contraceptive pills contain estrogen and progestin hormones. They should be taken at the same time every day and are over 90% effective. Women over the age of 35 years who smoke, have a history of breast cancer, or a history of blood clots should refrain from these contraceptives.
Progestin Only Contraceptives:
Also known as the mini-pill. This oral contraceptive contains only one hormone, progestin. It should be taken at the same time every day and is over 90% effective. It is a great alternative for ladies who are unable to take estrogen.
The Patch:
The birth control patch contains estrogen and progestin. It is applied to the lower abdomen or buttocks most commonly. A patch lasts 7 days. A new patch should be applied once a week for 3 weeks. During week 4, no patch is applied, and the menstrual cycle will appear.
Hormonal Vaginal Contraceptive Ring:
The ring contains estrogen and progestin. It is placed inside the vagina and should be worn for 3 weeks. During week 4, the menstrual cycle will appear. The ring is over 90% effective.
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Urinary Tract Infections
A urinary tract infection is an infection in the urinary system. It may not always cause symptoms, but when it does the systems may include….
- A strong urge to urinate
- Pain with urination
- Frequent urination
- Cloudy urine
- Difficulty urinating
- Foul-smelling urine
- Blood in the urine
Yeast Infections
A yeast infection, also known as vaginal candidiasis, causes vaginal discharge, itching and irritation. The discharge from a yeast infection may be thick, white, and clumpy. It is not a sexually transmitted infection. They can occur in women who have never been sexually active but are more common in sexually active women.
Symptoms of a yeast infection may include….
- Itching in the vagina and vulva
- A burning sensation
- Redness and swelling of the vulva
- Vaginal pain and irritation
- Odor-free discharge
- Thick, white, clumpy vaginal discharge
- Watery vaginal discharge
Mental Health
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Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States and is a leading cause of disability globally. The Association of American Medical College (AAMC) estimates that approximately 11% of US residents reported symptoms of depression before the coronavirus pandemic. That number jumped to 40% at the peak of Covid-19. Despite the high prevalence of depression, research suggests depressive symptoms are undetected by healthcare providers more than 50% of the time.
Common Symptoms of Depression May Include PERSISTENT
- Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness
- Irritability, frustration, or anger
- Loss of interest or pleasure in most or all normal activities
- Lack of sleep or sleeping too much
- Fatigue
- Decreased appetite
- Changes in weight (unexplained weight loss/weight gain)
- Physical changes (headaches, back pains)
- Cognitive changes (Difficulty concentrating or thinking)
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
- Recurrent thoughts and/or attempts of suicide
Anxiety
Let’s face it, Life is hard and sometimes we get overwhelmed. Some occasional anxiety is normal. But, individuals with anxiety disorders frequently have intense, and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. These feelings interfere with daily activities and are difficult to control.
Common Symptoms of Anxiety
- Feeling nervous, restless or tense
- Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom
- Fatigue
- Difficulty concentrating
- Insomnia
- Physical symptoms (abdominal cramps, increases in heart rate, sweating)
- Difficulty controlling worry
