Have you ever put your hand on a loved one’s shoulder or cheek and noticed just how much you’ve changed? Our hands can surprise us with how suddenly they seem to age. Truth be told, our hands do age differently than the rest of our body because they see so much more work and sunlight. …
There are so many birth control options now that it’s hard to remember the days when there was just one birth control pill. We’re grateful to have options to suit many different women’s needs now. If you don’t like the idea of extra hormones, there are non-hormonal birth control options for you. If you don’t …
Vaginal Resurfacing treats vaginal relaxation, a common condition associated with childbirth and aging. Women can sometimes experience loss of sexual sensation, bladder control issues, and even “popping” sounds while doing yoga or walking. Whether you experience mild discomfort or small distractions due to your vagina throughout your day, you should know that there might be …
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For many of us, the mirror just brings us the reminders of what we wish we could change. Summer’s here and, though we’ll take summer over the dry-skin winters, our skin might still not be behaving as we’d like it to be. Maybe we’re helping the problems get worse without even realizing it. Eating too …
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted viral infection. In fact, it’s the most common sexually transmitted disease. It’s been in the news as there have been movements to require teenage girls to have the HPV vaccinations. It also gets confused with HIV and HSV (herpes), but it’s different. We provide HPV vaccinations at Columbus …
An annual examination by a gynecologist is an integral part of a woman’s health at any age. May is Older Americans Month, and we want to focus on the benefits of gynecology visits once you reach 65 years old. Pap tests to detect cervical cancer are not included in the recommended screenings for older women, but …
Infertility affects approximately 10% of couples who want to have children. Fortunately, today’s treatments for infertility give these couples renewed hope for starting a family. Columbus Women’s Care provides the clinical and emotional support that couples need when seeking solutions for infertility. Hormone Imbalances Most women who experience infertility have some hormonal imbalance. Testing hormone levels …
Ultrasound imaging is most often associated with pregnancy and checking the health of your baby before childbirth. The technology is used in a wider range of applications. Ultrasound allows your physician to see details that are missing from x-rays and other types of diagnostic tests. Pelvic Ultrasound A pelvic ultrasound provides detailed images of your pelvic …
Although rates of cervical cancer have decreased thanks significantly to the use of Pap tests for women, the condition continues to affect almost 20,000 women each year. Invasive cervical cancer can spread to surrounding organs, such as your uterus, bones, lymph nodes, bladder, lungs, intestines, and liver. Cervical cancer can be prevented if the pre-cancerous state …
Winter’s slumber is a distant memory, and spring is bringing about a rebirth of nature. Now is the time of year when new life emerges, and lovely song birds welcome each day. Love is, indeed, in the air. Now may be the time to consider your methods of contraception, and Columbus Women’s Care has several …
