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Rectovaginal fistula
This open tunnel connects the rectum and vagina, allowing gas or stool to pass into the vagina. Learn about rectovaginal fistula treatment and self-care.
Stages of labor and birth: Baby, it's time!
Find out what happens during the different stages of labor and birth.
Vagina: What's typical, what's not
Vaginal health is important. Use this information to protect your vaginal health and spot potential problems.
Bladder control: Lifestyle strategies ease problems
Bladder training and avoiding bladder irritants might help with bladder control.
Osteoporosis treatment: Medications can help
Find out more about your options for bone-preserving drugs, including how often you need to take them and what side effects you might expect.
Breastfeeding nutrition: Tips for moms
Understand breastfeeding nutrition do's and don'ts.
Prenatal vitamins: Why they matter, how to choose
Prenatal vitamins are an important part of pregnancy nutrition. Here's why.
High-risk pregnancy: Know what to expect
Find out what to expect during a high-risk pregnancy and learn steps you can take to stay healthy.
Inducing labor: When to wait, when to induce
Find out who can benefit from getting the uterus to contract to start labor and why.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Women and Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers are working to figure out why more women have Alzheimer's disease than men.