Ask An Expert: Womens Sexual Health

Is estrogen cream effective in preventing vaginal atrophy?

Is it true that if you take the same kind of birth control pill for a long period of time, it starts to become less effective?

I have placenta previa. I stand for long periods at a time and often feel lots of pressure in my lower abdomen and tenderness. Is the placenta previa the cause of this uncomfortable feeling?

My male partner was diagnosed with gonorrhea, but I have no signs or symptoms. How long can a woman have gonorrhea without knowing it?

I get recurrent yeast infections after I have sexual intercourse. Does this mean my partner has an infection that needs to be treated?

I'm on Ortho Novum 777-28 and have not had a menstrual cycle for five months. I'm not pregnant. Is that normal and safe for my body?

I've been diagnosed with uterine prolapse. Does this mean I will have to adapt a more sedentary life style?

What is a modified radical hysterectomy?

I am a married female. My doctor is recommending I have a stapled hemorrhoidopexy. Will I still be able to have anal sex afterwards?

What is a calcified uterine fibroid?