Dr. Staci.T with your daily dose of gynecology

There is a ton of bad medical information online and on social media. False medical claims tend to be fear-based and are dangerous⁣.

Let’s debunk some vaginal health myths (or reveal them as truths!) with Part II. There’s so much misinformation about vulvar and vaginal health.

Vaginal health is a topic that often remains shrouded in myths and misconceptions. Thanks to social media platforms like TikTok, these myths can spread like wildfire.

The birth control implant Nexplanon is a 4 cm rod that secretes progestin to prevent pregnancy. It goes underneath the skin of the arm.

Menopause is when a woman over the age of 40 has no period for 12 months due to decreased ovarian function with low estrogen and high FSH (follicle stimulating hormone)⁣.

Testosterone in women currently can treat Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) or low libido that cannot be explained by other causes⁣.

I get a lot of questions about using a birth control pill to skip your period. Mostly is it a safe and healthy thing to do? The answer is most definitely YES! It is safe, and it is healthy.

Do you understand what the pelvic floor actually is? It’s like a hammock of muscles that supports your bladder, uterus, and rectum. Think of it as a superhero that holds everything in place. It allows you to do your daily activities without a second thought.