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Please be advised that this blog is a purely informational public platform and in no way constitutes medical advice from the physicians and nurses at West Des Moines OBGYN.

Apr
03
2024
How to Talk about Birth Control with Your Teenager

Hey, parents! With most teens having sex by the age of 17, it is in your family’s best interest to have open conversations about sex and talk about birth control well in advance. Teen boys and girls are very capable of understanding different forms of contraception and its importance in preventing pregnancy. You can also […]
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Jun
03
2022
Breast Issues

When it comes to breast health, most women immediately think of breast cancer. However, there are many other breast issues that can arise. Some of the most common breast problems include mastitis, injury, cysts, and fibrous tissue. Learning more about these issues can make them less scary if and when they occur. Mastitis Did you […]
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Apr
05
2022
Do I have a UTI?

So many things can go wrong with the female anatomy, and urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common — and annoying — conditions we can experience. The pain and inconvenience of a UTI affect at least half of all women sometime in their lives. In women over age 65, the rate of occurrence […]
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Oct
05
2021
What You Need to Know About Ovarian Cancer

The ovaries are two small organs that store eggs and produce hormones. As with any tissue in the body, cancer can form on the ovaries when abnormal cells begin to grow. Because of the position of the ovaries deep in the abdomen, there may be few noticeable symptoms of ovarian cancer, making it difficult to […]
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Oct
27
2020
How to Perform Your Breast Cancer Self-Exam

Mammograms are one of the best diagnostic tests for detecting breast cancer early, and your annual exam in your doctor’s office also includes a clinical breast exam. Another path to detecting breast abnormalities early is through breast self-exams. Our OBGYN staff believes it is always a good idea to be familiar with your body just […]
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Feb
12
2019
Cervical Cancer Screenings & Prevention

In 2019, the American Cancer Society estimates that doctors will diagnose over 13,000 cases of invasive cervical cancer. The majority of cervical cancer cases are caused by a sexually transmitted virus called human papillomavirus (HPV), but other factors increase the risk of cervical cancer including HIV, history of smoking, chlamydia, being overweight, long-term use of […]
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Dec
13
2018
Reducing Your Breast Cancer Risk

Take your health into your own hands by following a healthy lifestyle to help prevent breast cancer from forming. Eating healthy, exercising, and not smoking are protective measures you can take to lower your risk of breast cancer. Unhealthy lifestyle choices can lead to risk factors that increase your likelihood of developing cancer. Not all […]
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