INDICATION OF OPERATIVE VAGINVAL DELIVERY, Michael Silverstein, MD (Digital)
When spontaneous vaginal delivery is not an option, your Doctor may suggest that your delivery be completed using a technique called operative vaginal delivery. Operative vaginal delivery includes the use of forceps or vacuum to assist in the delivery of a baby. The use of forceps or vacuum is reasonable when an operative intervention to
IS MY MEDICATION SAFE DURING PREGNANCY?, James Miller, MD (Digital)
A legitimate concern for women is the safety of medication while pregnant or breastfeeding. Many wonder whether their medications are harmful to the baby. While many over the counter medications are probably safe, the “safety” of a particular medication is not always clearly defined, information can be conflicting, and it can be hard to find
HOW DOES FETAL ANEMIA DEVELOP?, Nathan Fox, MD (Print)
The following blog is a summary of the Fetal Anemia Patient Handout, created by the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine with the help of Stephen Bacak, DO, MPH and T. Flint Porter, MD. What is Fetal Anemia? Fetal Anemia can occur when a fetus’ red blood cell count decreases prior to delivery. Red blood cells are
HEALTH SCREENING FOR MAINTAINING REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH, Michael Silverstein, MD (Digital)
Many women rely on their gynecologist for general health care. We appreciate the confidence you have in us, and since we were trained in an era of being General Providers, there are guidelines for prevention and treatment. Keep reading to learn more about the different types of preventative care offered by gynecologists to help patients
UNDERSTANDING “THE PILL,” Michael Silverstein, MD (Digital)
While oral contraceptives have been around for many years, a number of economic, technological, and social obstacles had to be overcome before it would become available to patients. Present day, oral contraceptives are widely used and accepted as one of the most effective methods of birth control when used properly. Many patients think of their
DO HORMONAL CONTRACEPTIVES INCREASE THE RISK OF BREAST CANCER?, Nathan Fox, MD (Digital)
A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine examined the association between the use of hormonal contraception (oral contraceptives, hormone-releasing IUD’s, hormonal patches, hormone-releasing vaginal rings) and breast cancer. The authors looked at data from 1.8 million women ages 15 to 49 in Denmark, followed on average for 10.9 years. They found
WHAT IS CHRONIC HYPERTENSION?, Simi Gupta, MD (Digital)
A fast-growing cause for concern among women and their babies for adverse and sometimes fatal complications of pregnancy is chronic hypertension. Although it currently only occurs in about 1% of pregnant persons, the rate of maternal chronic hypertension has increased rapidly, especially among African American women in the past few decades. Fortunately, when under the
VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER CESAREAN SECTION (VBAC), James Miller, MD (Digital)
Many women who have experienced a cesarean section wonder whether they should attempt a vaginal birth in a subsequent pregnancy. Making this decision is not easy and should consider the risks and benefits of VBAC, the reasons for a prior cesarean section, and future family planning. What are the risks of attempting vaginal birth after
ARE YOU PLANNING ON TRAVELING DURING YOUR PREGNANCY?, Andrei Rebarber, MD (Digital)
Regarding travel in pregnancy, there are several considerations present but most airlines allow women to fly up to 37 weeks gestation. If you think you will be traveling during this portion of your pregnancy, there are a few factors to consider before planning your next trip. The following are common concerns regarding traveling during pregnancy:
WHAT IS DYSPAREUNIA?, Aren Gottlieb, MD (Digital)
What is Dyspareunia? Let’s talk about sex and pain. Painful intercourse is called Dyspareunia (pronounced dis-paroonia) and can be a serious medical problem. Dyspareunia affects females more than males. Anatomically, pain can arise in the labia, clitoris or the vagina. Women may experience pain superficially at the entrance to the vagina or deeper during penetration
