Endometriosis affects 10 percent of women of reproductive age, yet we still know relatively little about its causes — largely due to a long-standing lack of research in women’s health. A McKinsey analysis found that in 2019-2023 funding for companies focused on erectile dysfunction was six times higher than that for companies focused on endometriosis. […]
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Would you believe the most common STIs often cause no symptoms? It’s true! And the impact on women is significant — compared to men, women lose more quality-adjusted life years due to infections from chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trich. These infections can have severe health consequences if left untreated. And because these STIs can be asymptomatic, […]
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is one of the most common vaginal infections, affecting 1/3 of women worldwide at some point in their lives. Treatment of BV is simple, but rates of reinfection are high, and often women will struggle with fully eradicating the infection. However, a new study sheds light on what might be causing the […]
Bathrooms can be vile, unsavory and smelly places — so no wonder people think you can get an STI from a toilet seat! But the theory doesn’t hold much scientific sway. Here, we dispel restroom fact from fiction. How STIs are Transmitted STIs are transmitted in multiple ways. Some can be transmitted skin to skin; […]
When it comes to STIs, trichomoniasis, or trich as it is commonly called, is the most common curable sexually transmitted infection. It’s spread through vaginal fluids and semen during sexual intercourse. The complicated sounding name comes from the parasite, Trichomonas vaginalis. The reason it’s so common is that most people (up to 95%) don’t have […]
In an age where healthcare awareness is more crucial than ever before, understanding how to reduce your STI risk is essential. Whether you’re navigating a new relationship or maintaining a long-term one, taking proactive steps to guard against sexually transmitted infections and prevent their risks should be a top priority. From regular screenings to safe […]
Did you know that a Pap test offers much more information than just cervical cancer screening? Besides detecting cancerous and precancerous cervical cells, a pathologist can learn a great deal from this simple cellular scraping taken from the cervix and vagina. At PathAdvantage, where all MyPathAdvantage tests are analyzed, we also receive Pap tests from […]
Persistent vaginal infections can be both frustrating and worrisome, leaving most women feeling helpless when repeated treatments fail to provide relief. It’s one thing to get a vaginal infection, but it’s another when, despite following doctors’ orders, stubborn infections return over and over. Understanding the underlying causes of recurrent infections is necessary to find lasting […]
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What is normal for vaginal discharge? Here is a guide to the appearance and texture of vaginal discharge and what it might mean.