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Breast Cancer: Risks, Symptoms and Treatments

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Did you know that the second most common cancer among women in the U.S. has a 5-year survival rate of 90%? The sooner it’s detected, the better. Read our blog post about breast cancer to learn about its risks, symptoms and treatments.
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How to Choose the Right Doula

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Doulas can provide invaluable support during childbirth, but it's important to choose the right one for you. Check out our blog for tips on what to look for in a doula and how your medical team can work together with a doula to ensure a safe and positive birth experience.
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Mammograms: Do They Hurt? When to Get One, and Other FAQ

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Mammograms are an essential screening tool that can detect breast cancer at an early stage, making treatment more successful. At Madison Women's Health, we strongly encourage women to undergo regular mammograms as a preventive measure against breast cancer.
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Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy: Tips for Prevention and Relief

If you are experiencing upper or lower back pain during pregnancy, you’re not alone. In fact, up to 90% of pregnant women experience back pain at some point in their pregnancy. This can be frustrating,…
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Geriatric Pregnancy? The Truth About Having a Baby After 35

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While it's most common for women to get pregnant in their twenties, nearly 1 in 5 pregnant women is 35 or older. Once called a "geriatric pregnancy," pregnancy at an advanced maternal age is typically healthy and uneventful.
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): Symptoms and Treatments

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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS, affects 6% to 12% of women of childbearing age and is one of the most common causes of infertility. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with PCOS, this news is upsetting…
A mother holds her newborn infants hand after breech delivery.

Breech Baby: What Causes it and What to Expect

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The final weeks of pregnancy can get topsy-turvy for a variety of reasons. With regular checkups, you can prepare for a smoother delivery.
Woman doing at-home genetic test with cotton swab.

At-Home Genetic Testing Kits: Do They Really Work?

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Move over personality quizzes! There’s a cooler test that has been giving people insights into their genetic code: at-home genetic testing. But before you swab your cheek and wait by the mailbox for your answers, make sure you understand what these tests can and can’t do.
Woman considering getting pregnant with Clomid or Letrozole

Getting Pregnant with Clomid or Letrozole

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If you’ve been trying to get pregnant, you may wonder if medication could help. Two of the most commonly prescribed fertility medications for women are Clomid (clomiphene citrate) and Femara (letrozole). Learn how they work and why your OBGYN might recommend you take one instead of the other.
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Pregnant with Twins: What to Expect

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Learning you're pregnant with twins likely causes a rush of emotions. Some women are excited about the prospect of twins — double the cuteness and baby snuggles! Others may feel a little uncertain or even overwhelmed. After all, there are two babies rather than just one. Not to mention, twin pregnancies come with added risk compared to a typical single-baby pregnancy (or “singleton” pregnancy).
A female doctor sits at her desk and chats to an elderly female patient while looking at her test results

Cervical Cancer & HPV: Prevention & Treatment

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Cancer is the big "C-word" diagnosis that no one wants to hear, no matter how high its survival rate. One of the more common—and treatable—cancers that affect women is cervical cancer.
Mother with her newborn baby at the hospital after induced labor delivery

Induced Labor: When, Why, How

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Your OBGYN wants to discuss the possibility of inducing labor. Here are some reasons they may recommend induction, along with pointers about what to expect during the process.
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What OBGYNs Say About Depression During Pregnancy

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Is it “just mood swings” or something more serious? Your mental health during pregnancy is just as important as your physical health.
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Vaccines During Pregnancy

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Even before COVID-19, vaccines have an important method of disease prevention. We break it down for you in this blog post so you know which vaccines to get while pregnant and when to get them.