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  • Chlamydia

    Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacteria and is spread through vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone diagnosed with the infection. It is the most commonly reported bacterial STI in the United States. Most people who have chlamydia have no symptoms and are unaware that they

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  • Chorioamnionitis

    Chorioamnionitis is infection or inflammation of the chorion and amnion layers of the fetal membranes. It is often diagnosed during labor based on the presence of maternal fever, maternal and/or fetal tachycardia, elevated maternal white blood cell count, uterine tenderness, or purulent cervical discharge. Disclaimer:

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  • Chronic Vaginitis

    Chronic vaginitis is an inflammation or infection of the vagina and may include symptoms like vulvar or vaginal itching, burning, irritation, pain with intercourse, and abnormal vaginal odor and/or discharge. The most common causes of chronic vaginitis are more likely due to inflammation as opposed to

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  • Contraception

    Contraception, also known as birth control, is any method used to prevent pregnancy. There are different methods of contraception including abstinence, fertility awareness, condoms, oral contraceptive pills, injection, implant, patch, vaginal ring, intrauterine devices and permanent sterilization. Other

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  • Cosmetic Treatments to Schedule Before Summer

    OVERVIEW If you want to be in tip-top shape for the warmer months, then schedule your cosmetic treatments. Several options include plastic surgery, dermatology, and skincare treatments. Before you schedule your appointment, make sure you do some research. There are a few key things to remember, such

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