Sjogren’s Syndrome Overview Sjogren’s syndrome is a systemic autoimmune condition that affects the lacrimal and salivary glands, which results in any moist body membrane or tissue to become overly dry. This disease can be a primary illness, or secondary to another illness or rheumatic disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic sclerosis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and…
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Androgen Deprivation Therapy, or ADT, is a therapy used to treat prostate cancer. Prostate cancer cannot thrive or grow without androgens, which include testosterone, follicle-stimulating hormones, and luteinizing hormones. This hormone therapy works to decrease the number of androgens within a male’s body, which thusly slows the growth of the cancer, and in some cases,…
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Pulmonary hypertension is a type of high blood pressure that affects the arteries in your lungs and the right side of the heart itself. Some forms of this disease are serious conditions that get progressively worse and can lead to death. Pulmonary hypertension causes the tiny arteries in your lungs called the pulmonary arterioles, and…
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In many situations, patients have questions that need answers, but lack the confidence or comfort to bring these topics up for themselves at their medical appointments. This is why it is vital to ensure that questions about sexual health, wellness, and any issues with sexual dysfunction are addressed by the medical professional or staff upon…
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Phexxi is a new to the market birth control option that is hormone free. This contraceptive gel is put into the vagina before sexual intercourse occurs, which then lowers the pH of the vagina inhibiting the movement ability and action of the sperm. This action thus lessens the chance of the sperm reaching and fertilizing…
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There are many available products listed to help with painful vaginal dryness. Revaree is another of these options, and is made from hyaluronic acid, and is a hormone free treatment made for the treatment of vaginal atrophy. This is also helpful with vaginal dryness, itching, and dyspareunia crafted in a simple, easy-to-use insert. The main…
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For those patients who are suffering from sexual dysfunction, painful intercourse, vaginal dryness, incontinence, or other vaginal issues, the Mona Lisa Touch procedure may be for you. This is a new vaginal rejuvenation procedure that could help to improve your symptoms and provide long-lasting relief using no chemicals or hormones. As a female ages, her…
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Informed consent is a major part of medical care and treatment, and many do not even know which part of their care this refers to. Most patients follow all their doctor’s advice and recommendations for treatment and care, but no one is ever required to follow their suggestions. If you are an adult seeking medical…
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