Obstetrics-gynecology

Women who have urinary incontinence often think it’s a normal consequence of aging or childbearing, but physicians can offer treatments and relief. How much do you know about treating urinary incontinence in women?

Evidence suggest they may slightly help with labor pain

Levonorgestrel, often called Plan B, is the most widely available type of emergency contraception. It works by preventing or delaying ovulation.

Zuranolone is the first oral drug specifically designed for severe depression after childbirth, with relief that starts on Day 3 of a two-week regimen, according to clinical trial results.

Women are not getting the clitoral stimulation they need. And cultural messages about the supremacy of intercourse feed into this.

Study questions how often they’re needed.

But those with antiphospholipid antibodies or anti-RNP antibodies may have higher risks.

A mystery caller survey contacted pharmacies in Hamilton, Ont. and found less than 10% of those contacted actually had the drug in stock.