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BRCA gene test for breast and ovarian cancer risk
Find out what to expect if you're considering a blood test to determine if you have an increased risk of breast cancer. Learn what your results might mean.
Breast MRI
Learn more about how this imaging test helps diagnose cancer and when it's used.
Tubal ligation
Thinking of getting your tubes tied? This surgery offers a permanent form of birth control. Know the risks and what to expect.
Minipill (progestin-only birth control pill)
This oral contraceptive, sometimes called the minipill, contains only the hormone progestin and no estrogen.
Polyhydramnios
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment for this condition, in which too much amniotic fluid builds up during pregnancy.
Ovarian cancer
Learn more about cancer of the ovaries, including symptoms and treatments, such as surgery, chemotherapy and targeted therapy.
Painful intercourse (dyspareunia)
Pain during sex can happen for many reasons, ranging from physical conditions to emotional concerns. Medicines or other therapies may help.
Placenta: How it works, what's normal
Understand how this pregnancy organ works and what conditions can affect it.
VBAC: Know the pros and cons
VBAC — vaginal birth after cesarean — is possible for many women. Know what to consider before choosing this option for delivery.
Pregnancy after 35: Healthy pregnancies, healthy babies
Pregnancy after 35 takes special care. Here's help giving your baby the best start.
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