June 14, 2024
Birth Control Pill: Does it Cause Infertility?
The pill: does it cause fertility problems? Is it safe to take if you want to fall pregnant in the future? Read on for the full scoop.
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September 23, 2022
PCOS & The Pill
The oral contraceptive pill is often prescribed to PCOS patients who are not looking to get pregnant (now or ever). The pill is prescribed for a few reasons which include: lower testosterone levels improved acne decreased risk of endometrial hyperplasia and endometrial cancer i.e. uncontrolled growth of the uterine lining that can happen when periods
April 19, 2022
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
PMDD stands for premenstrual dysphoric disorder. It is a kind of PMD (premenstrual disorder), i.e., a disorder that happens in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle that improves with the onset of your period.
February 3, 2022
The Ins & Outs of the Hormonal IUD/IUS
The hormonal IUS (IntraUterine System) is a T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus.
January 10, 2022
How Does the Copper IUD Work?
The IUD (IntraUterine Device) is pretty cool — a small T-shaped device that's inserted (by your doc) into the uterus. The copper IUD has copper wiring and collars around the T-shaped frame and it does not contain any hormones. It works by affecting the motility and viability in sperm i.e. it creates an inhospitable environment for the sperm.