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Thyroid guard: Do I need one during a mammogram?
A Mayo Clinic expert discusses using thyroid guards during mammograms to reduce the risk of thyroid cancer from radiation.
Vaginal bleeding after sex
This symptom might not require a checkup. But if you've gone through menopause, contact your health care team to find out the cause of bleeding from the vagina.
Ovarian cancer: Still possible after hysterectomy?
Surgery to remove your uterus may affect your risk of ovarian cancer, depending on the type of procedure you had.
Dense breast tissue: What it means to have dense breasts
Find out what it means if your mammogram report says you have dense breast tissue. Learn about additional breast cancer screening tests to consider.
Myomectomy
This surgical procedure to treat uterine fibroids tries to preserve fertility using a variety of approaches.
Pregnancy nutrition: Foods to avoid during pregnancy
Learn what not to eat when you're pregnant.
Bladder control: Medications for urinary problems
If you've tried lifestyle changes and you still have bladder control problems, medication might help.
Narcolepsy
Learn more about this sleep disorder that causes periods of involuntary sleep, sleep paralysis and early rapid eye movement (REM) sleep.
Vaccines during pregnancy: Are they safe?
Find out which vaccinations you need while pregnant and which ones to stay away from.
X-ray during pregnancy: Is it safe?
Learn when an X-ray during pregnancy might cause harm and how to avoid it.
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