Most Common Questions about Menopause
As hundreds of thousand women transition into menopause, here are the most common questions during this normal hormonal change. Hormones have a significant hand into this disruptive stage of life. Why is it so hard to lose weight in midlife? If you’re gaining weight despite eating well and staying active, don’t blame yourself. […]
Most Common Questions of Pregnancy
What are the most common early symptoms of pregnancy? Missing a period is usually the first sign of a new pregnancy, although women with irregular periods may not initially recognize a missed period as pregnancy. During the first few weeks of pregnancy, many women experience a need to urinate frequently, extreme fatigue, nausea and/or vomiting, […]
Dense, Fibrocystic Breasts & Breast Cancer Most Common Questions
What are ‘dense breasts’ and how do you know if you have them? Breast tissue is made up of milk glands, milk ducts, supportive and fatty tissue. Every woman has different types of breasts, some with more or less fatty tissue and more or less breast densities. During mammogram screening, dense breasts can be quantified […]
Perimenopause & Menopause, Common Questions About Sex
I am in my forties and not that interested in sex, it that normal? Perimenopause is the time period your body transitions, hormonally, physically and emotionally into menopause. Every woman’s experience is different and can last up to 10 years prior to getting into full blown menopause which accounts for women/people in their 40’s. […]
Common Pregnancy Questions, Yes, There’s More!
Common Pregnancy Questions, Part 2 What’s pregnancy acne about? Acne in pregnancy is extremely common and it is often more difficult to treat. “Pregnancy acne” is not a special form of acne. Pregnancy acne occurs due to the overproduction of sebum oil which happens from all the hormonal changes. Unfortunately, some women are more susceptible […]
Common Pregnancy Questions, Part 1
After over 30 years of practicing obstetrics, here are the most common pregnancy questions I hear every day! What are the most common early symptoms of pregnancy? Missing a period is usually the first sign of a new pregnancy, although women with irregular periods may not initially recognize a missed period as pregnancy. During the […]
Sex- Pregnancy and Postpartum Most Common Questions
Can I have sex in pregnancy? Sex in pregnancy is completely safe for low-risk women. There are misconceptions that sex can cause a miscarriage so pregnant woman and their partners are often afraid to have sex during pregnancy. Men are often terrified to have sex with their pregnant partners for fear of hurting the baby. […]
Breasts and Nipples In Pregnancy and Postpartum, Most Common Questions
What breast changes should I expect during pregnancy? During pregnancy the hormonal effects, mainly estrogen, can make the breast tissue feel swollen, fuller, tender, and enlarged. The nipples can become darker, more prominent, tender and sensitive. Nipple discharge and crusty changes also occur throughout pregnancy. The areola can become darker along with the nipples. The […]
Breast and Nipples, Most Common Questions, Part 1
My breasts are starting to sag as I get older. Why is this happening and is this going to get worse? Puberty, pregnancy and menopause are times in women’s lives where hormonal changes are more physically noticeable especially as it relates to the breasts. The aging process also affects the tissue and fat of the […]