The Gyn Guru

WELCOME TO THE GYNIVERSE

A place where a female OBGYN talks about women's health issues.
It's almost as much fun as an actual trip to the gynecologist, but less naked.

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Dysuria (“It hurts when I pee”)

Any woman who has had a urinary tract infection (UTI) knows just how uncomfortable and sometimes seriously painful they can be.

The most common causes of breast pain

Nope, it's NOT breast cancer, but I know that's what you were worried about.. Breast pain is so common. I see many patients in the office

Female Anatomy 101

Here's the basics.. Ovary, uterus, fallopian tubes, cervix, vagina

What is a Pap smear?

Besides awkward and uncomfortable.. A Pap smear screens for cervical cancer, or more accurately, it screens for changes that can lead to ce

When do I need to bring my daughter in for her first gyn visit?

Well, she does NOT need a pap until she is 21 years old, but I'd love to meet her before then.

20 tips for getting a good night's sleep

When my patients come in to talk about depression, anxiety, and why they can't lose weight, I always ask about sleep habits.