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  • Unwanted Tattoos

    OVERVIEW Regret getting your last ink? You're not alone—according to WebMD, approximately 25% of people with tattoos experience regret after getting one. If you're looking for a way to remove your unwanted tattoo, talking to a board-certified dermatologist can help. Laser tattoo removal to remove tattoos

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  • Urinary Incontinence

    Urinary incontinence is the accidental involuntary leakage of urine. Being able to hold ones urine depends on the normal function of the bladder and urethra as well as normal neurologic reflexes. It also depends on the functional and cognitive ability to urinate voluntarily. When there is a problem in

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  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

    UTI stands for urinary tract infection and is a common infection in women. The urinary tract consists of an upper portion (kidneys and ureters) and a lower portion (bladder and urethra). UTIs usually start in the lower tract when bacteria enters the urethra (bladder opening) and infects the bladder leading

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  • Uterine Prolapse

    Uterine prolapse occurs when the pelvic muscle weakens and cannot support the weight of the uterus. This allows the uterus to drop into the vagina or through the vaginal opening. It is a common condition that affects nearly half of women between the ages 50 and 79. Disclaimer: The information on this

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  • VBAC

    A VBAC, or vaginal birth after cesarean section, occurs when a patient has a vaginal delivery after having had a C-section in a previous pregnancy. Before this is completed, the attempt for the vaginal delivery is called a TOLAC, or trial of labor after cesarean section. There are both risks and benefits

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