Birmingham Obgyn, Author at Birmingham Obstetrics & Gynecology

How To Alleviate First Trimester Nausea Symptoms

Posted on December 16, 2021April 24, 2024 by Birmingham Obgyn

There is good news and bad news concerning morning sickness. If you are suffering with it right now, the good news is doctors believe it’s a sign that the placenta is growing normally. The bad news, according to the Cleveland Clinic, is that although 70% of pregnant women get it early in the first trimester, the cause is not totally known. Whatever is causing it, here are some tips for how to alleviate first trimester nausea symptoms.

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Should You Get The Flu Shot During Pregnancy?

Posted on December 2, 2021January 17, 2023 by Birmingham Obgyn

The flu is more likely to cause a serious illness in a pregnant woman than someone the same age who is not pregnant. That is but one reason to get the vaccine. Should you get the flu shot during pregnancy? Absolutely!

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Is My Painful Intercourse Due to A Gynecologic Condition?

Posted on November 5, 2021April 24, 2024 by Birmingham Obgyn

If you have never experienced pain during intercourse, consider yourself lucky. It is actually quite common. 3 out of 4 women have pain during sexual intercourse at some point in their lives. Sometimes it goes away, but for other women it becomes chronic. These women usually ask: Is my painful intercourse due to a gynecologic condition?

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How To Perform A Monthly Breast Exam

Posted on October 12, 2021January 17, 2023 by Birmingham Obgyn

A monthly breast self-exam is another tool women have in conjunction with annual mammograms to find cancers early and improve survival rates. You use your hands and eyes to detect any changes in the look and feel of your breasts. Not a replacement for annual mammograms, it is still valuable to be familiar with the normal consistencies of your breast. When cancer is detected early, the chances of survival are much improved. Let us go through how to perform a monthly breast exam.

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Why Are Routine Mammograms So Important?

Posted on September 16, 2021January 17, 2023 by Birmingham Obgyn

One of the most important imaging tools physicians have at their disposal is a mammogram. They have become vitally important because they save lives. They are so important we now can get one on a mobile mammography bus. Important enough that it’s women’s healthcare practically coming to your door, but why are routine mammograms so important?

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Choosing A Contraceptive Method That’s Right For You

Posted on August 16, 2021January 17, 2023 by Birmingham Obgyn

85% of women who have unprotected sex, even occasionally, get pregnant within a year. Those odds are not in your favor if you’re not ready to have a child. Choosing a contraceptive method that’s right for you can involve some due diligence and clear thinking.

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What Not To Do During Pregnancy

Posted on July 27, 2021 by Birmingham Obgyn

When you’re pregnant, you are often bombarded with advice from family, friends, parent magazines, and social media gurus on how to care for yourself and your little one during the next 40 weeks. What you might find missing is what not to do during pregnancy.

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Why You Shouldn’t Ignore A Heavy Menstrual Flow

Posted on July 8, 2021July 8, 2021 by Birmingham Obgyn

Most women become familiar with the frequency and typical flow during their period. If something changes, women notice. It could be a missed cycle or two, or suddenly having a heavier than “normal” flow. When any changes occur, it’s important to see your doctor. There are some serious reasons why you shouldn’t ignore a heavy menstrual flow.

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STDs Reach All Time High: How To Prevent STDs

Posted on June 10, 2021August 26, 2024 by Birmingham Obgyn

The CDC recently published a press release stating that at the end of 2019 sexually transmitted diseases reached an all time high for the sixth consecutive year. More than 2.5 million cases were reported in 2019.

As STDs reach an all time high, learn how to prevent STDs.

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What To Do After You Get A Positive Pregnancy Test

Posted on May 11, 2021April 24, 2024 by Birmingham Obgyn

Surprise, you’re pregnant! If this truly is a surprise, stay calm, talk with your partner and consider all your options. The truth is no one can tell you exactly what to do after you get a positive pregnancy test. You might be thrilled to begin or increase your family, be upset because it’s a surprise and it’s not part of your plans, or you may have emotions somewhere in between. However you react, here are some guidelines.

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