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Pelvic exam
Find out what happens during this exam, why it might be needed and how to prepare.
C-section
Learn the reasons this surgical procedure to deliver a baby is done, the risks and tips for recovery.
Minipill (progestin-only birth control pill)
This oral contraceptive, sometimes called the minipill, contains only the hormone progestin and no estrogen.
Tubal ligation
Thinking of getting your tubes tied? This surgery offers a permanent form of birth control. Know the risks and what to expect.
Dilation and curettage (D&C)
Learn what to expect during this procedure, how a doctor performs it to remove uterine tissue and what to watch out for during recovery.
Robotic hysterectomy
Robotic hysterectomy is a minimally invasive surgery to remove the uterus.
Feminizing surgery
Find out how feminizing surgical procedures can help better align the body with a person's gender identity.
Lumpectomy
Learn what to expect from this breast-conserving surgical procedure.
Abdominal hysterectomy
Learn why surgery to remove the uterus, known as a hysterectomy, might be done and what to expect if you need this surgery.
Mammogram
Learn what to expect during a breast X-ray exam. Find out about the benefits of mammograms for breast cancer screening, as well as potential risks.
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