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FAQ147
What is endometrial hyperplasia?
Endometrial hyperplasia is a condition that occurs when the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grows too much. It is a benign (not cancer) condition. In some cases, h...
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FAQ054
What is genital herpes?
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Genital herpes is probably best known for the sores and blisters it causes. These sores can appear around the lips, gen...
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May 2011
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FAQ009
What are sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)?
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that are spread by sexual contact. Sexually transmitted diseases can cause severe damage to your bod...
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FAQ097
What is cancer of the uterus?
Normally, healthy cells that make up the body's tissues grow, divide, and replace themselves on a regular basis. This keeps the body healthy. Sometimes certain cells dev...
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FAQ088
Where is the vulva?
The outside of the female genital area is called the vulva. The outer lips of the vulva are called the labia majora. The inner lips are called the labia minora. The clitoris is at...
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May 2011
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PFS001
Making the Most of Your Health Care Visit
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Women’s Health Care Physicians
patient education
FactSheet
PFS001: Making the Most of You...
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July 2011
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FAQ123
What is blood pressure?
Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of the blood vessels. A blood pressure reading has two numbers separated by a slash—the systolic pressure and diastolic ...
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August 2011
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FAQ064
What causes weight gain?
An average woman needs about 2,000 calories a day. Women who eat more than this amount and who do not burn the extra calories in exercise are likely to gain weight. In additi...
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FAQ174
What is deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
Deep vein thrombosis is a condition in which blood clots (or thrombi) form in deep veins in the legs or other areas of the body. Veins are the blood vessels that c...
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FAQ048
What is osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become thin, brittle, and weak.
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August 2011
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