Consumer health basics
Learning Center
CA 125 test: A screening test for ovarian cancer?
Learn why health care providers generally don't recommend a CA 125 test for ovarian cancer screening.
Breast implants and cancer: Any connection?
Concerned about a link between breast implants and cancer? Get the facts.
Blood clots during menstruation: A concern?
Blood clots during menstrual periods aren't always a cause for a concern. But passing large clots may be a sign that something is wrong.
Blighted ovum: What causes it?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains what's behind this type of early pregnancy loss.
Bleeding after menopause: A concern?
It's unusual to bleed from the vagina after menopause. Learn what health problems can cause it and why you need to see your health care provider.
Bleeding after hysterectomy: What can I expect?
Light vaginal bleeding after hysterectomy is common; it may occur for several days or several weeks.
Birth control: Can preejaculation fluid cause pregnancy?
This possible cause of pregnancy makes withdrawal a method of birth control you cannot rely on.
Birth control pills: Harmful in early pregnancy?
If you took birth control pills before you knew you were pregnant, the risks of birth defects are low.
Bioidentical hormones: Are they safer?
There's no evidence that bioidentical hormones are safer than standard hormone therapy for menopause.
Autism spectrum disorder and digestive symptoms
Children with autism spectrum disorder often have other health issues, including problems related to digestion.
Refine Your Search
Type
- All
- Answer
Gender
- All
- Female
Age
- All
- 19 to 44 younger
- 45 to 64 middle
- 65 to 80 older
- 06 to 12 years elementary/preteen
- 03 to 5 years preschool
- 16 months to 2 years toddler
- 13 to 18 years teen