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What is a FSH Test?

This test checks how much of “FSH” (follicle-stimulating hormone) is in your blood or urine. There are two ways your doctor can check your FSH leve...

How to Set Your Goals and Reach Them

'Willpower can help me go running on this particular day, but what about 4 months later when I'm still training for that marathon race? The secret ...

Endometriosis

Endometriosis happens when the endometrium, the tissue that usually lines the inside of a woman’s uterus, grows outside it. Some women with endomet...

Endometriosis and Fallopian Tube Problems

In this procedure, a surgeon inserts a small camera through a tube into your abdomen to check for abnormal endometrial tissue. If you and your doct...

Dysuria (Painful Urination)

Sometimes painful urination can be related to a vaginal infection, such as a yeast infection. After a history and physical exam, your doctor may re...

Picture of The Vagina

The vagina receives the penis during sexual intercourse and also serves as a conduit for menstrual flow from the uterus.

Picture of The Cervix

The cervix produces cervical mucus that changes in consistency during the menstrual cycle to prevent or promote pregnancy.

Picture of The Breasts

Women's breasts are made of specialized tissue that produces milk (glandular tissue) as well as fatty tissue. The milk- producing part of the breas...

Why Am I so Tired?

It's a disorder that makes it hard for your blood to move oxygen around your body. Doctors don't know exactly why it makes people so tired. Is it l...

Picture of The Thyroid

During infancy and childhood, adequate thyroid hormone is crucial for brain development. The thyroid secretes several hormones, collectively called...

Why is My Period so Random?

If you have PCOS, your doctor may recommend birth control pills or other hormones to trigger a period. If you have irregular periods after 3 months...

What is Autoimmune Thyroiditis?

Your doctor will order blood tests to check your thyroid hormone levels. You also might have an ultrasound so your doctor can look at your thyroid,...