Many women experience various symptoms during their first trimester of pregnancy, and it’s important to be aware of what you may be dealing with. The team at Northwest Women’s Center in Houston, TX educates women on a few things that can be expected during the first portion of their nine-month journey: Morning sickness. Morning sickness …
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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that can be passed from one person to another during any type of sexual activity. They can affect both men and women, and some can also be passed on to a baby during pregnancy or childbirth. If you’re sexually active, it’s important to know how to protect yourself from …
Women who have questions about their HPV diagnosis and the management of this condition will want to work with the team at Northwest Women’s Center to discuss their needs. Our providers in Houston, TX want to ensure women have the information they need receive a proper and definitive diagnosis of their condition and discuss the …
If you are a woman dealing with chronic pelvic pain, you know how much it impacts your daily life. The team at Northwest Women’s Center of Houston, TX works regularly with women who are dealing with the complications that arise from pelvic pain, and can help in determining the cause of their condition. With a …
As we age, a lot of changes occur within the body. This includes a shift in the balance of hormones, especially in women who are in perimenopause or menopause. When these changes occur, it can cause a variety of symptoms. This includes hot flashes, increased depression and anxiety, sexual changes, and even fatigue. To address …
A common condition that often affects all women at some point in their life is that of a yeast infection. A yeast infection is a type of fungus that can develop anywhere on the body, but tends to become a problem for women in the genital area. This is because the genital area can harbor …
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Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a condition that affects many women. What complicates it is that no two cases of PCOS are the same. Some women deal with daily, troublesome symptoms that impact their overall quality of life. At Northwest Women’s Center in Houston, TX, we work regularly with women to help determine if …
Vaginal rejuvenation is something a lot of women might not even think about. But those who deal with stress urinary incontinence, skin laxity in the vaginal area, and dryness may want to speak to a professional about their options. At Northwest Women’s Center of Houston, TX, our providers offer a nonsurgical vaginal rejuvenation treatment called …
Women who are experiencing abdominal discomfort may just write it off as period cramps. However, there are times when patients should be concerned about changes in their reproductive health. Abdominal discomfort may be a sign of issues such as ovarian cysts. These are tissue- or fluid-filled pockets in or on the ovary. While they are …
As we age, disease prevention and vitality are essential to both men and women. Our hormones play a role in this. Balanced hormones are important to maintaining good overall health. After the age of 30, women lose hormones in the body each year, which leaves them susceptible to a number of ailments, diseases, and changes …
