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Expert_badge Eileen Bailey

Early Signs of Menopause

For many women the word menopause brings with it mixed emotions. On one handm it is the end to years of coping with your menstrual cycle and all that entails, cramps, headaches and PMS or PMDD. But you might also be worried, thinking about hot flashes, night sweats and severe mood swings. No matter how you think about menopause, you can't stop it... Read moreChevron
posted 01/24/2012, comments (0)|
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Understanding Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

Most women are familiar with Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and its symptoms, such as bloating, breast tenderness, irritability and mood swings. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) has similar symptoms but they are more severe, often interfering with a woman's daily activities. According to the National Institutes of Health, between 3 and 8... Read moreChevron
posted 01/17/2012, comments (0)|
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Dr. Zev Williams

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Dr. Zev Williams, MD PhD FACOG is an Obstetrician/Gynecologist and a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.

IUD Pros and Cons

When a woman chooses not to become pregnant, she has many options from which to choose. Usually, picking the right one requires weighing the pros and cons of the different option. In this article, we will review the pros as cons of the intrauterine device (IUD) as a form of birth control. To help organize the pros and cons, we will group them all... Read moreChevron
posted 01/17/2012, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Dr. Zev Williams

Dr. Zev Williams

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Dr. Zev Williams, MD PhD FACOG is an Obstetrician/Gynecologist and a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.

Understanding the Risks of Using an IUD

First, it is important to realize that IUDs are a very safe and effective form of birth control. However, like everything in medicine, there are some risks. In deciding whether or not an IUD is the right form of birth control for you, it is important to understand these risks and compare them with the risks of other forms of birth... Read moreChevron
posted 01/17/2012, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Dr. Zev Williams

Dr. Zev Williams

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Dr. Zev Williams, MD PhD FACOG is an Obstetrician/Gynecologist and a specialist in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.

IUD FAQs

What is an IUD?An IUD is a type of contraceptive (birth control). IUD stands for Intrauterine Device. This form of birth control can also be called an IUC (intrauterine contraceptive). An IUD is a reversible form of birth control.   What does an IUD look like?IUDs that are available in the United States are T-shaped. The stem is about 1 inch... Read moreChevron
posted 01/17/2012, comments (0)|