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May 16, 2007 -
As women, we all have to go for our yearly visit to the gynecologist. It's no fun, but we know it's good for us. Somehow talking about how much it sucks makes me feel better, so I want to know, when you go for your annual gynecologist appointment...
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Feb 13, 2009 -
There is a lot of love in the air with tomorrow being Valentine's Day, but I want to send a little love to the cable pulley machine. I know that with its sheer size and endless options, it can be a little intimidating. The fact that you can work out almost every part of your body and in any range of motion are good reasons to love it.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Welcome To Week 31
Your Baby: Eye-Opening Developments
The third trimester is a time of rapid growth -- for you and your baby. You might gain a great deal of weight -- and for good reason. Only 31 weeks, your baby weighs in at about 3 pounds 5 ounces (1590 g), and measures over 18 inches (46 cm) tall.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Creating a Birthing Plan
A birthing plan simply outlines and clarifies your preferences for labor and delivery. The process of thinking through your options and discussing them with your doctor beforehand is much more important than actually showing up at the hospital with an itemized list. Your coach or partner can help make sure your wishes, where possible, are carried out on the delivery day.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
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- Introduction
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- Risk Factors
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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Prevalence
About 25% of women age 14 - 59 are infected with the human papilloma virus (HPV), indicates a 2007 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). HPV prevalence is highest (45%) among women age 20 - 24. HPV is the main cause of cervical cancer.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- How the test is performed
- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
- References
Illustrations
Pelvic laparoscopy
Female reproductive anatomy
Endometrial biopsy
Uterus
Endometrial biopsy
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Definition
Endometrial biopsy is a procedure in which a tissue sample is taken from the lining of the uterus (endometrium), and is checked under a microscope for any abnormal cells or signs of cancer.
Alternative Names
Biopsy - endometrium
How the test is performed
This procedure may be done with or without anesthesia. You will lie on your back with your feet in stirrups.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- How the test is performed
- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
- Special considerations
- References
Illustrations
Female reproductive anatomy
The wet mount vaginitis test
Uterus
Pap smear
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Definition
The vaginitis wet mount test is a test to detect an infection of the vagina that does not involve the urinary tract.
See also: Vaginitis
Alternative Names
Wet prep
How the test is performed
You will be asked to lie on your back with your feet in the stirrups. The health care provider will perform a pelvic examination and then insert an instrument called a speculum into the vagina.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- How the test is performed
- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
- Special considerations
- References
Illustrations
Female reproductive anatomy
Colposcopy-directed biopsy
Uterus
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Definition
A colposcopy-directed biopsy uses a low-powered microscope called a colposcope to help view the surface of the cervix and show abnormalities.
Alternative Names
Biopsy - colposcopy-directed
How the test is performed
You will lie on a table and place your feet in stirrups to position your pelvis for examination. The health care provider will insert an instrument (speculum) into your vagina to open the vaginal canal and examine the cervix.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- How the test is performed
- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
- Special considerations
Illustrations
Female reproductive anatomy
Cervical biopsy
Cold cone biopsy
Colposcopy-directed biopsy
Uterus
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Definition
A cervical biopsy is a test in which tissue samples are taken from the cervix and examined for disease or other problems.
See also: Colposcopy-directed biopsy
Alternative Names
Cervical punch biopsy; Biopsy - cervical punch; Biopsy of the cervix
How the test is performed
You will lie on your back with your feet in stirrups. As in a regular pelvic examination, an instrument (speculum) will hold the vaginal canal open for the doctor to look inside.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- How the test is performed
- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
- Special considerations
- References
Illustrations
Female reproductive anatomy
Pap smear
Uterus
Pap smear
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Definition
A Pap smear is an examination under the microscope of cells scraped from the cervix.
Alternative Names
Papanicolaou test
How the test is performed
The Pap smear is done as part of a gynecological exam. You will lie on a table and place your feet in stirrups to position your pelvis for examination.
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