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How Often Should You Visit a Gynecologist
posted: Apr. 22, 2022.
When should you turn to a gynecologist for care?
A gynecologist is an important medical professional for all women to have. While the pandemic has certainly put a halt to how
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The Importance of Pregnancy Care
posted: Apr. 11, 2022.
To maintain a healthy pregnancy it’s important to turn to an obstetrician for routine care.
If you’ve just taken a pregnancy test and it’s come back positive you may have so
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Latex Allergy and Condoms
posted: Mar. 25, 2022.
Latex allergies are surprisingly common. If you suspect that you could be allergic to latex, it’s important to not only recognize the warning signs of an allergy but to also
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What To Know About Ectopic Pregnancies
posted: Mar. 10, 2022.
In a healthy pregnancy, the egg is fertilized within a woman’s uterus; however, when the egg is fertilized outside the uterus (most often the fallopian tube) this is known as
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Can You Get Pregnant on Birth Control?
posted: Feb. 24, 2022.
When it comes to discussing family planning options, most women turn to their OBGYNs first. Women who do not want to get pregnant, or women who may wish to wait
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Talking to Your OBGYN About VBAC
posted: Feb. 10, 2022.
How your OB/GYN doctors in Hoffman Estates, IL, can help if you are considering VBAC. VBAC means vaginal-birth-after-cesarean section, and it’s an important consideration after you have already had a cesarean Read more -
Endometriosis: Symptoms and Treatment
posted: Feb. 07, 2022.
If you’re suffering from endometriosis in Hoffman Estates, IL, Dr. Fred Duboe, Dr. Gail Gerber, and Dr. Abby Seruya of Northwest Associates For Women’s Healthcare can help you find effective Read more -
Causes of Pain During Sex
posted: Feb. 02, 2022.
Pain during sex is a common issue for women. While many women don’t feel comfortable discussing this problem, it’s important that you bring it up with an OBGYN. After all,
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Understanding Your Menopause Symptoms
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.
Even though menopause occurs naturally as the body ages in a woman's life, each experience with menopause is different—one of the main concerns is the symptoms that arise, which is Read more -
The Importance of Prenatal Appointments
posted: Jan. 26, 2022.
You just found out you’re pregnant. Congratulations! This is certainly an exciting moment. Now that you’re pregnant you’re probably focusing on all the ways that you and your unborn child
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What To Know About the HPV Vaccine
posted: Jan. 12, 2022.
The human papillomavirus (HPV), is a very common sexually transmitted disease that most people will have at some point during their lifetime. While there are certain strains that the body
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Birth Control Options
posted: Dec. 29, 2021.
Northwest Associates for Women's Healthcare is here for you when you need birth control in Hoffman Estates, IL. Our providers Dr. Fred Duboe, Dr. Gail Gerber, and Dr. Abby Seruya Read more -
Why You Should Get a Pap Smear
posted: Dec. 23, 2021.
Your teen is quickly becoming a young woman, and you may be wondering more about how to keep her healthy and when she should start seeing an OBGYN. Perhaps you’re
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What Is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)?
posted: Dec. 10, 2021.
According to the CDC, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common female reproductive disorders and also one of the most common causes of infertility. While PCOS often
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Vaginal Stones: What You Need To Know
posted: Dec. 01, 2021.
We’ve all heard about kidney stones or even gallbladder stones, but you may not realize that stones can also develop in the vagina. Vaginal stones, medically known as colpolithiasis, are
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Treatment for a Vaginal Cyst
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.
Harmless lumps and bumps can develop just about anywhere on the body, including the vagina. While some cysts are rather small and painless, vaginal cysts can cause pain, discomfort, and
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