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Cervical Cancer Abnormal tissue found in the cervix This is commonly caused by HPV a sexually transmitted disease; which is the most widespread STD among women. When cervical cancer is found early it is easier to treat and the survival rate is much higher.

Cervical Cancer There are three tests when someone is suspected to have cervical cancer. A pap test is done first, if it is abnormal a HPV screening is done, if that tests positive a coloscopy is done to remove abnormal cells. There was a significant decrease in cervical cancer when the pap test was initiated.

Gynecologist Visit Exams that every women should have yearly after the age 18 or earlier if she becomes sexually active before that age. The exam should be confidential  Medical history  Family history of disease  Sexual History  Medications  Questions about activities you participate in.

Gynecologist Visit Relax  Ask for an explanation for what’s going on.  Ask for a mirror to see A manual breast exam is done and a pap smear. This is where the doctor checks to see if everything is ok in your reproductive area. No insurance? Call Planned Parenthood or a local health clinic. ( Low cost!)

Pap Smear Tips Make sure that you do not schedule a pap smear during your menstrual cycle. This will probably result in your doctor having to reschedule your appointment. Relax during the examination, if your muscles become tense while they insert the speculum it may result in pain.

Breast Cancer Breast Cancer- is when malignant cancer forms and spreads within the tissues in the breast. Second most deadly cancer among women. Found more prevalent among Caucasian women, although African American women seem to obtain more virulent forms of breast cancer.

Breast Cancer Risk Factors Gender-females have a much higher rate of breast cancer. Age- The older your are, builds a higher risk for breast cancer. After age 40, yearly mammograms should be implemented. Heredity-having a mother or sister with breast cancer increases the chance that you will get breast cancer.

Yeast Infections Are an irritation of the vagina and the area around the vagina, called the vulva. It is caused by an overgrowth of the fungus called Candida that is normally found in the vagina in small amounts.

Yeast Infection Treatments If think you may have a yeast infection call you doctor, he/she may want to see you before you go buy over-the counter drugs to treat it. Over the counter treatments Monistat 1, 3, 7 Mycelex

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Is an infection within the uterus, fallopian tubes, and other reproductive organs. This can cause infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and pelvic pain. This is often caused by untreated bacterial STIs such as gonorrhea, or chlamydia.

Urinary Tract Infections Caused when bacteria gets into the urinary tract. 85% of urinary tract infections are caused by strains of ecoli bacteria. These are much more common in women than men because women have a much shorter urethra.

Urinary Tract Infections Are common among women who are just becoming sexually active. Many types of sexual contact and intercourse can lead to UTIs, because sex often leaves bacteria in or around the urethra. UTIs are usually very painful, but can be treated easily and quickly with antibiotics.

Urinary Tract Infections Kidney Infections are a more dangerous type of UTI, when not treated early it can do permanent damage to the kidneys.

BIRTH CONTROL Continuous Abstinence Periodic Abstinence or Fertility Awareness Methods The Male Condom Oral Contraceptives

BIRTH CONTROL Progestasert IUD (Intrauterine Device) Intrauterine System or IUS (Mirena) The Female Condom Depo-Provera - shot Implanon – 3 implanted sticks

BIRTH CONTROL Diaphragm, Cervical Cap or Shield Contraceptive Sponge The Patch (Ortho Evra) The Hormonal Vaginal Contraceptive Ring (NuvaRing

BIRTH CONTROL Surgical Sterilization (Tubal Ligation or Vasectomy) Nonsurgical Sterilization (Essure Permanent Birth Control System) Emergency Contraception