Dr. Staci.T with your daily dose of gynecology

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.

Pubic hair plays a role in protecting our sensitive bits. It acts as a barrier, preventing friction between the skin and clothing. It also helps to reduce the risk of bacterial and fungal infections.

A pap smear can detect any abnormal cells, which could lead to cervical cancer. These changes are caused by HPV or Human Papilloma Virus.⁣

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that develop in one or both ovaries. Often, ovarian cysts are not cancerous and cause no symptoms.

The only way to 100% prevent STDs is abstinence. But we all know that abstinence is generally not a realistic expectation.

PMS is a group of physical and emotional symptoms a woman experiences before her period. PMS is normal and can vary from woman to woman.

Bacterial vaginosis occurs when there is an overgrowth of vaginal bacteria. BV is the most common female vaginal infection.

Using a Squatty Potty can prevent damage to the pelvic floor muscles. When we strain during bowel movements, we put increased pressure on the pelvic floor.