For many teenagers, talking about teen sex with their parents simply isn’t an option; whether it’s out of fear of reprisal, some degree of shame, or just a desire to maintain privacy, many choose talking with their OBGYN instead — and that’s a good thing. Your doctor has a few things going for her; for […]

If you’re a frequent (or infrequent) sufferer of urinary tract infections, or UTIs, you may have heard from a friend or family member that you should drink more cranberry juice. As OBGYN professionals, obviously we’ve heard this one a lot, too — and there’s a certain amount of evidence that suggests cranberries can help. It’s […]

When deciding what form of birth control Macon women want to use, a variety of issues — health, lifestyle, and family goals — come into play. One of the most popular forms of contraception available remains the birth control pill, although there is more than one kind of pill on the market. The two primary […]

When it comes to contraception options at the OBGYN, Warner Robins women have another choice beyond condoms and medical contraception like the pill. It’s the ParaGard intrauterine contraceptive, a device that offers exceptional protection without the use of hormones. Widely considered one of the most effective forms of birth control on the market, the ParaGard […]

When it comes to going to the OBGYN, Macon women know they’ll have opportunities to discuss whatever health and wellness issues they think are relevant; and in matters of general gynecology, Macon patients generally feel most comfortable with professional consultation. Importantly, patients should recognize that their OBGYN is also an invaluable resource for information about […]

Gynecology professionals know there are any number of symptoms related to menopause that require no medical treatment; in fact, often enough menopausal symptoms go away on their own, and many women find they aren’t bothered enough by them to seek medical attention. Fighting the effects of hot flashes by avoiding spicy foods, for example, or […]

If your most recent Pap test has shown anything but normal results, there’s a chance your OBGYN may recommend a colposcopy exam. And while it’s a specialized gynecology examination procedure that many patients might not be familiar with, it’s fairly straightforward and in and of itself should be no cause for alarm. If you OBGYN […]

Expectant parents are, by any definition, precisely that: expecting. The anticipation that has built up over the nine months of a woman’s pregnancy — and, in the case of couples who have undergone infertility treatments that may have lasted for months or years, the effect is magnified. Expectant parents simply can’t wait to see their […]

If your daughter is between the ages of 13 and 15, or has become active sexually, it’s time to schedule her first appointment with an obstetrician-gynecologist (OBGYN) for her initial adolescent gynecology visit. The mere idea of this first visit can be intimidating for a girl, but a parent or caregiver can do much to […]

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