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Jun 18, 2024 | 
parents.com | Robin Elise Weiss |Kiarra King
An ultrasound is recommended during pregnancy between 18 and 22 weeks gestation.1 The anatomy scan is also called a level 2 ultrasound and is an imaging test that allows a health care provider to carefully check your baby's health and development. While you may have had earlier ultrasounds during your pregnancy, the 20-week anatomy scan looks in greater detail at the different parts of your baby's body.
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Jun 18, 2024 | 
parents.com | Angelique Serrano |Kiarra King
When you’re working your way through the long trimesters of pregnancy, it’s the little comforts, stolen moments of rest, and rare minutes of calm that can help you cope with all the changes. Self-care comes in many forms, and for some pregnant people, a relaxing manicure or pedicure helps recharge their batteries. One of the most popular nail treatments today is a gel manicure. But is a gel manicure safe during pregnancy?
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May 28, 2024 | 
parents.com | Rachel Gurevich |Kiarra King
A hysterosalpingogram (HSG) is a special kind of X-ray used to evaluate female fertility. It is an outpatient procedure that takes no longer than a half-hour. If you've had trouble conceiving, an HSG is one of the first fertility tests a health care provider may order. An HSG is also often recommended If you've had two or more miscarriages or are experiencing secondary infertility. During an HSG test, a health care provider places an iodine-based dye through the cervix and takes X-rays.
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Mar 29, 2024 | 
aol.com | Hannah Jeon |Kiarra King
March 29, 2024 at 4:21 PMHow to Instantly Relieve Itching "Down There"Maryna Terletska - Getty Images"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Fact: If you have a vagina, at some point it's going to itch.
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Mar 29, 2024 | 
aol.com | Kiarra King |Hannah Jeon
How to Instantly Relieve Itching "Down There"Maryna Terletska - Getty Images"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Fact: If you have a vagina, at some point it's going to itch.
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Jul 19, 2023 | 
health.com | Rachel Nall |Kiarra King
Ultrasound is a type of imaging technology that is used to diagnose, monitor, and treat a variety of medical conditions. It uses sound waves to generate live images (sonograms) of your organs, tissues, and fluids. It can also be used to change or destroy cells, like those that make up tumors.1Unlike imaging tests like positron emission testing (PET) scans and computed tomography (CT) scans, ultrasound does not involve radiation.
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May 2, 2023 | 
health.com | Msn-Ed Rn-Bc |Kiarra King |Brandi Jones
Skip to contentPelvic floor dysfunction is the abnormal function of the pelvic floor muscles, and can occur due to damage or weakening of the pelvic floor. It is common among females, especially those who have given birth. However, it can also affect males.1 The pelvic floor is a group of muscles, ligaments, and nerves located at the bottom of the pelvis (between the hips). These muscles support the bladder, rectum, prostate in males, and vagina and uterus in females.
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Mar 1, 2023 | 
health.com | Msn-Ed Rn-Bc |Kiarra King |Brandi Jones
Skip to contentA Pap smear is a cancer screening procedure for those assigned female at birth. During the test, a healthcare provider inserts a speculum to visualize the cervix. Then, a small brush or spatula are used to collects cells from the surface of the cervical opening— the opening of the uterus or womb—and sends them to the lab to be checked for cervical cancer or cell changes that may lead to cervical cancer. What's the Purpose of a Pap Smear?
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Feb 8, 2023 | 
health.com | Laura Dorwart |Kiarra King
Skip to contentAn intrauterine device, or IUD, is a small T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. IUDs are a form of long-acting reversible contraception (birth control), meaning that they can effectively prevent pregnancy for several years.1 There are two types of IUDs. The hormonal IUD – also known under brand names like Mirena, Liletta, Skyla, and Kyleena – works to stop sperm from reaching the egg by releasing progestin, a synthetic form of progesterone.
