Every time I have sex, I get a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis (BV). I've had a yeast infection five times this year, and Monistat didn't work for me this time. I have the Mirena IUD. Could this be the cause, and what can I do to prevent these infections?

June 22nd, 2023

I am 7 days late for my period and have always had regular cycles between 25-27 days. I have taken negative at-home pregnancy tests and cannot see my doctor until August 1st. What should I assume about my situation, and what can I do to potentially induce my period?

September 7th, 2023

I had unprotected sex on October 7th, and my last period started on September 25th. I used VCF Contraceptive Gel during intercourse. Should I be worried about being pregnant, and how can I use natural family planning to avoid pregnancy in the future?

April 6th, 2023

I had a tubal ligation and ablation in 10/2017. My period initially stopped but returned and has been unpredictable and more painful over the past year. My doctor suggested a hysterectomy, which seems extreme. Is this typical, and what other options are there?

April 24th, 2023

Which arm should Nexplanon be inserted into for optimal effectiveness?

January 19th, 2024