What can I expect when my daughter goes through puberty?
DEAR DOCTOR K: What should I expect when my daughter goes through puberty? How can I help her as she goes through these changes? DEAR READER: Full disclosure: I don't have any personal or parental...
View ArticleWhat could cause male infertility?
DEAR DOCTOR K: My wife and I have tried to get pregnant for over a year. We're going to be tested soon to see if anything is wrong. I'm worried that the problem lies with me. What are some reasons for...
View ArticleWhat are fibroids and how are they treated?
DEAR DOCTOR K: I saw my doctor because of pain in my pelvis and heavy menstrual bleeding. Tests showed that I have fibroids. What are fibroids and how are they treated? DEAR READER: A fibroid is a lump...
View ArticleWhat could cause irregular bleeding all month long?
DEAR DOCTOR K: My periods used to be pretty regular. But for the past few months, I've been spotting all month long. Why is this happening? DEAR READER: There are many possible explanations....
View ArticleWhat is premenstrual dysmorphic disorder (PMDD)?
DEAR DOCTOR K: I always assumed my premenstrual mood swings were normal. But then I talked to some friends whose emotional symptoms are much less severe than mine. A quick Internet search turned up...
View ArticleWhat are the treatment options for uterine fibroids?
DEAR DOCTOR K: I have fibroids that cause heavy menstrual bleeding and painful cramping. What are my treatment options? DEAR READER: As I'll explain shortly, the first question you need to ask yourself...
View ArticleWhat is pelvic organ prolapse and what can be done to treat it?
DEAR DOCTOR K: My doctor checked me out because I was leaking urine. She said I have pelvic organ prolapse. Can you tell me what it is, and what can be done about it? DEAR READER: Pelvic organ prolapse...
View ArticleIs it safe to drink diet soda during pregnancy?
DEAR DOCTOR K: My beverage of choice is diet soda, but my girlfriend told me I should stop drinking it now that I'm pregnant. Is she right? DEAR READER: For some time now, research has shown that when...
View ArticleCan anything be done to control heavy menstrual bleeding?
DEAR DOCTOR K: I bleed very heavily during my menstrual periods. Is there anything that can be done about this? Or do I just have to put up with the discomfort and inconvenience every month? DEAR...
View ArticleWhat could cause male infertility?
DEAR DOCTOR K: My wife and I have tried to get pregnant for over a year. We're going to be tested soon to see if anything is wrong. I'm worried that the problem lies with me. What are some reasons for...
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