Over the past 20 years, umbilical cord blood usage has increased and now treats over 80 diseases and illnesses. In addition, there are many studies underway to investigate the use of umbilical cord blood in treating other diseases. Umbilical Cord Blood Banking At birth, your baby’s umbilical cord contains tissues and blood, both rich [...]
A team at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine set out to find a nonsurgical treatment for cervical dysplasia. Cervical dysplasia refers to abnormal, pre-cancerous cervical cells usually caused by human papilloma virus (HPV). In the September 17, 2015 issue of The Lancet, Dr. Cornelia Trimble reported success with a new vaccine. Cervical Lesions [...]
The pituitary gland serves many functions in the human body through the release of hormones, and pituitary tumors, or pituitary adenomas, can disrupt these functions. Pituitary adenomas are small tumors that are generally benign. Found in approximately 20 percent of adults, most never cause a problem for the patient. For some, however, it can [...]
While many women know that heart disease is their number one killer, they are often surprised to learn the symptoms may not be the heavy pressure that often comes to mind. Chest pain is the most common sign of a heart attack, but women are just as likely to experience subtler symptoms. What is [...]
Plastic surgery, also known as cosmetic surgery, has become increasingly common. These elective procedures are designed to tighten or enhance parts of your body. Pregnancy after plastic surgery can leave you wondering about your safety or that of your baby. Pregnancy After Liposuction Liposuction is a procedure that removes fat under the skin. It [...]
Being sick during pregnancy brings an added worry of how an illness may affect your developing fetus. You are likely immune to many infections that could harm your baby, such as chicken pox and Rubella, thanks to vaccines your probably received before you were pregnant. But knowing the risks can help reduce your chances [...]
Cervical cancer is most commonly caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), which can be spread through sexual contact with an infected partner. Most adults are infected with HPV at some point in their lives. However, not all types of HPV cause cancer- some may cause genital warts, while others produce no symptoms at all. You [...]
Girls between the ages of 9-15 are likely to experience your first menstrual cycle, or period. Entering into this next stage of puberty may have you feeling excited, scared, nervous or all of the above. Everything you are feeling is normal, but understanding what to expect can help. You’ve probably noticed a lot of [...]
Premature labor, also known as preterm labor, occurs in about 12% of pregnancies. In premature labor, contractions begin prior to 37 weeks gestation and cause the cervix to open, which can lead to premature birth. The earlier you are able to identify preterm labor symptoms, the more likely it is your OBGYN can intervene. [...]
Finding a lump on your vulva can be unnerving, but it’s not unusual for a cyst to grow anywhere- including the vaginal wall and labia. Cysts may develop from trauma, obstruction or spontaneously. They are typically painless and less than 1 cm in size, although they can grow larger. There are several types of [...]