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Can Hormone Therapy Prevent the Development of a ‘Dowager’s Hump’?
Postmenopausal hormone therapy may reduce the risk of developing age-related hyperkyphosis, commonly known as a “Dowager’s hump,” and the benefit from hormone therapy use in early menopause may provide long-term benefit.
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Screening for von Willebrand Disease: Warranted in Young Women With Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
A large, retrospective cohort study using a national claims database revealed that fewer than 20% of young women with heavy menstrual bleeding were screened for von Willebrand disease.
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A New Treatment for Early Pregnancy Loss
In a recent trial, researchers found that pretreatment with mifepristone followed by treatment with misoprostol resulted in a higher likelihood of successful management of first-trimester pregnancy loss than treatment with misoprostol alone. The rate of surgical evacuation also was reduced in the mifepristone pretreatment arm compared to the misoprostol-alone arm.
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Marijuana in Pregnancy
A group of investigators posing as pregnant patients called marijuana dispensaries in Colorado to determine whether the stores’ staff recommended it for nausea and vomiting, if there were risks in pregnancy, and if providers should be consulted. The results were enlightening.
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Radar Is Up for Rise of Mycoplasma Genitalium
Concerns about Mycoplasma genitalium, a sexually transmitted infection, are on the rise.
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HIV Testing: Time to Combat Missed Opportunities
Results of a recent national analysis suggest that many people who are infected with HIV but not aware of their infection were not offered HIV testing during recent clinical visits.
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Young Men Need Sexual and Reproductive Health Services
Many young men may not be receiving the sexual and reproductive health services they need.
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Keep Heart Health in Mind During Annual Exams
With cardiovascular disease now the leading cause of death for women, the American Heart Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists have issued a joint advisory to help women lower their risk factors for heart disease and stroke.
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Help Women Consider Options for Postmenopausal Vaginal Dryness
Data from a large longitudinal study indicate that more than 33% of women ages 57-69 report symptoms of vaginal dryness. However, research shows that more than 50% of women don’t report such conditions to their healthcare providers. Even fewer women take advantage of proven therapies such as vaginal estrogen tablets, creams, and rings.
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Condoms Remain Most Common Contraceptive Method Used by Teens
New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reflects a drop in the percentage of high school students who indicate that they have ever had sex.