Pregnant after tubal ligation? It may be more common than you think
American researchers suggest that there may be significant pregnancy rates after tubal sterilization for contraceptive purposes. THE ESSENTIAL A new ...
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Detecting gynecological cancers: symptoms to know
Gynecologic cancers, including those of the uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina and vulva, affect many women worldwide. THE ESSENTIAL Abnormal vaginal ...
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Endometriosis: patients are 4 times more at risk of ovarian cancer
Women with severe endometriosis are almost 10 times more likely to develop ovarian cancer. THE ESSENTIAL Endometriosis is characterized by ...
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Vulvodynia: Understanding “Vaginal Depression”
Vulvodynia, also called "vaginal depression", is a gynecological pathology characterized by chronic pain in the vulva, the external part of ...
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Heavy periods: “Beyond the discomfort, there are real medical consequences”
It was during a press conference, on the occasion of the International Menstrual Hygiene Day, organized at the CNGOF (National ...
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Should endometriosis be a social issue?
This year the 10th congress of the endometriosis and uterine disorders society took place in Geneva. Why Doctor handed his ...
Read moreGynecological cancers: what are the signs to spot?
Gynecological cancers (endometrium, uterus, vagina, etc.) share symptoms in common: pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, or even abdominal discomfort. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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“Uterine fibroids are rarely the main cause of infertility, but they make the situation worse”
The 1st French congress on uterine fibroids was held on June 9, 2023 in Paris on the initiative of Fibroma ...
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Gynecological surgery: it would increase the risk of cardiovascular disease
According to researchers, certain gynecological surgeries are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in women. THE ESSENTIAL Undergoing ...
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Gynecological violence: “consent must be explicit” for each examination
Requested by the Prime Minister, the National Advisory Ethics Committee issues an opinion on consent during gynecological examinations, in which ...
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Endometriosis: “The extent of the lesions is not necessarily linked to the intensity of the symptoms”
Endometriosis is an underdiagnosed gynecological disease. The gynecological surgeon, Julien Niro, explains to us how it manifests itself and can ...
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60% of French women have already given up going to the gynecologist
However, it is recommended to consult a gynecologist at least once a year, even if everything is fine. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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Ovarian cancer: how does this disease, which ex-tennis champion Chris Evert suffers, manifest?
This January 15, Chris Evert, the former American tennis champion, revealed on social networks that she was suffering from ovarian ...
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Frequent but misunderstood, this disorder promotes diabetes in women
Patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are twice as likely to develop type 2 diabetes. THE ESSENTIAL Polycystic ovary syndrome ...
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Gynecology: good practices to which practitioners commit
To fight against gynecological violence, the National College of French Gynecologists and Obstetricians (CNGOF) has published a charter recalling the ...
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More than 80% of women neglect their health
More than three out of four women (81%) would neglect their health, in particular by delaying visits to the doctor ...
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Taboos, lack of humanity, separation…: “After 13 miscarriages, I finally gave birth to a little girl”
About 23 million miscarriages occur every year, or 44 every minute. However, as The Lancet deplores in a new report, ...
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Premenstrual syndrome: “It’s reassuring, guilt-free, to put words on it”
Several health professionals wonder about the existence of a link between the health crisis and the changes identified in menstrual ...
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A first baby born in France after a uterus transplant
A 36-year-old woman who had undergone a uterine transplant has just given birth to a baby. A "first" in France. ...
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Certificate of virginity: “a stigma of patriarchy”
Israel Nisand, professor of gynecology and obstetrics at the University of Strasbourg, specialist in medically assisted procreation and president of ...
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Violence against women: “the danger of being circumcised when returning to the country still exists”
As part of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, meeting with Doctor Xavier-Arnould, vice-present of the ...
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Stopping certain contraceptives would delay the resumption of fertility
Women who stop using certain forms of contraception may have to wait up to eight months before their fertility returns. ...
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Virginity certificates, hymen repairs: the college of gynecologists and obstetricians in favor of penalization
The Government indicated in early October 2020 that doctors issuing virginity certificates will incur a penalty of one year in ...
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The sexual health of women, still punctuated by obstacles
Although progress has been made in recent years, particularly in terms of awareness and screening, women's sexual health remains vulnerable. ...
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Confinement and abortion: medical abortion at home now authorized until the 9th week
In order to "guarantee the right of women to abortion during the period of the Covid-19 epidemic by avoiding as ...
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Coronavirus: confinement disrupts the menstrual cycle of many women
The stress and sedentary lifestyle associated with confinement disrupt the hormonal clock of many women. In recent weeks, hundreds of ...
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Containment and abortion: “abortion is emergency care”
Even confined, women have the right to have an abortion, recalls the co-president of Family Planning on Franceinfo Thursday, April ...
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Endometriosis: “Years of suffering for nothing”
On the occasion of World Day Against Endometriosis, Why Doctor collected testimonials from patients. Today, Olivia tells us about her ...
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Endometriosis: “We must stop putting pressure on women about children”
On the occasion of World Day Against Endometriosis, Why Doctor collected testimonials from patients. Today, Marie, 31, tells us about ...
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Pregnancy: what is the placenta accreta?
Placenta accreta refers to a rare pathology, where the placenta is incorrectly inserted into the uterus. With the increase in ...
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