Your first ultrasound can be incredibly exciting with the opportunity to take one of the first steps in your pregnancy journey. Though a routine, non-invasive imaging procedure, you may still be nervous if you’ve never had an ultrasound before. The Northwest Women’s Center is excited to be able to support you which is why we’ll be going […]
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The human body is a miraculous thing capable of undergoing remarkable changes. However, sometimes those changes can be uncomfortable or even distressing. A pimple before school photos. A wisdom tooth erupting, making it difficult to eat. Or, sometimes most distressingly, vaginal dryness that can make physical intimacy with a partner difficult. If you’re wondering what causes vaginal
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Is your stomach hurting so badly that it’s making you concerned? There are a host of gynecological issues that cause stomach pain. For the purpose of addressing the concern of why you’re experiencing abdominal pain, we have composed this non-exhaustive list of the most common causes of abdominal pain. However, we advise you to speak
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Congratulations! You’re going to have another baby and your firstborn will get to experience life with a sibling by their side! While you have been pregnant before and may feel like a pro, there are some things you should know, like how your second pregnancy might not look or feel like your first. First Pregnancy
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Most obstetricians recommend that all women take a daily prenatal vitamin supplement to ensure adequate nutrition throughout their pregnancy journey. This includes our team at Northwest Women’s Center in Houston, TX. Our providers educate women on the many benefits of prenatal vitamins before and during their pregnancy. What Are Prenatal Vitamins? Prenatal vitamins are specially
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At Northwest Women’s Center of Houston, TX, we work with women to help them with their obstetrical and gynecological care. Our team of caring, experienced providers ensures that women have access to reproductive health solutions throughout their lives. With our team, we can provide various diagnostic tools and services to women who visit our facility,
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Endometriosis is a chronic and often painful condition in which tissue similar to the natural lining of the uterus grows on the outside the uterus. It typically affects the ovaries, the fallopian tubes, and other tissues within the pelvic region. At Northwest Women’s Center in Houston, TX, we work with women who are experiencing endometriosis
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A colposcopy is a procedure that examines your vagina and cervix using a lighted, magnifying instrument called a colposcope. Colposcopy is usually done in combination with other methods of cervical cancer screening, such as a Pap test. At Northwest Women’s Center of Houston, TX, we offer this service to help in the diagnosis and treatment
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According to the CDC, up to 12% of women of reproductive age deal with a condition known as PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome. This condition can significantly impact one’s quality of life, which is why a diagnosis and treatment plan is highly recommended. At Northwest Women’s Center in Houston, TX, we can help in providing
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Many women considering birth control may learn more about a solution known as the IUD, which is an acronym for intra-uterine device. This is a popular birth control option for many of the women in the Houston, TX, area who are seeking a long-term yet reversible solution to avoid pregnancy. What is an IUD? The
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