Let’s Talk Personal
It can be hard to talk about your body, especially when you feel like something isn’t right. Don’t ignore your symptoms out of embarrassment. Pain may indicate a problem that can have a solution.
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What are you doing when leaks happen?
One in four U.S. women suffer from bladder leaks. If you have a problem with your bladder, that “gotta go” feeling or incontinence, know that it can be treated. Talk to your doctor who can help you get back to an active life.
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Check Up, Down There.
When you see your gynecologist, it is vital that you feel comfortable being entirely honest, even though some of these questions can be quite personal.
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Get Tested, Use Protection.
STIs cannot be transmitted through kissing, shaking hands, or sharing drinks. But infections can be transmitted through unprotected sex.
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Is It Time for a Baby?
There are no right or wrong answers when it comes to when someone decides to become a parent, but it’s a decision that should be thoughtfully considered.