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Recent Articles by Dr. Sheila Sedicias

Endometritis: Signs & Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Endometritis is a condition that causes an inflammation of the uterus, leading to very uncomfortable symptoms, such as foul-smelling discharge, pain while urinating or constant pain in the lower abdomen. Learn more about endometritis, it's causes, symptoms and treatment options.

Sexual Health

Gardnerella: Symptoms (in Women & Men), Causes & Treatment

Gardnerella vaginalis and Gardnerella mobiluncus are two types of bacteria that are a normal part of the vaginal flora. However, when they multiply too much, they can cause an infection. Learn how to identify the main symptoms of this infection and how to treat it.

HPV

HPV: Symptoms, Types, Transmission & Treatment

HPV is an STI that results in the onset of warts in the genital area. Some people may not have any symptoms, while other can present with warts. Learn more about how this virus is infected and how to treat it .

Women's Health

Salpingitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Salpingitis is the inflammation of the fallopian tubes, which is commonly caused by an STI. It is associated with symptoms like abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal discharge and fever. Learn more about the other symptoms of salpingitis, what causes it, and how it's diagnosed and treated.

Yeast Infection

Yeast Infection Treatments (Vaginal, Oral, Skin and More)

Yeast infection treatments may involve the use of antifungal pills or cream. The treatment prescribed for yeast infections will generally vary on the area of the body affected, like the skin, mouth, genitals or gut. Learn more about treatments for yeast infections your doctor may prescribe, as well as home remedies.

Menstruation

How to Stop Your Period: 8 Medical Methods to Delay a Period

To stop your period, you can speak to your doctor about utilizing medications like birth control or an IUD. However, it is important to note that none of these options can stop a period once it has started. See 8 possible ways to medically stop a period, and other methods to permanently end periods.

Pregnancy

What To Do When Your Period is Late (& 11 Common Causes)

A delay in your period is not always a sign of pregnancy, as other situations such as increased stress, hormonal changes or even excessive consumption of caffeine or alcohol can cause a late period. Learn about what to do when our period is late and the most common causes of it.

Pregnancy-Related Conditions

Brown Discharge During Pregnancy: 7 Causes (& How to Stop It)

Small amounts of brown discharge during pregnancy is common, however very dark discharge can also be a sign of some types of infections, which can present with symptoms like itching, burning and foul odor. Learn about what can cause brown discharge during pregnancy and how to stop it.

Home Remedies

Home Remedies for Discharge (for Yeast Infections, BV & More)

Vaginal discharge can be treated naturally with the use of guava leaf tea and by following a proper diet that promotes natural vaginal flora levels. Learn how to prepare the best home remedies to treat vaginal discharge and infections naturally and see which foods can help with vaginal discharge.

Women's Health

Why Is My Period Blood Brown? 6 Common Causes

Brown period blood is usually normal before and after a period and does not indicate any health problems. However, if it occurs frequently and outside of a period, it can be a sign of a health condition, like hormonal changes or a uterine condition. Learn what the why period blood can be brown and when to see a doctor.

Menstruation

Amenorrhea: 8 Common Causes & When to See a Gynecologist

Amenorrhea, or the absence of a period, can occur due to stress, instense exercise or changes in the reproductive organs. It is important to consult a gynecologist if you have not had a period for more than 3 months to determine the underlying cause and indicate treatment as needed.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Discharge: When It's Normal & What It Means

Having some pregnancy discharge is completely normal, especially when the discharge is transparent or slightly white. However, vaginal discharge that has a different color or smell, or causes itching and burning may be a sign of another health condition. Learn more about what pregnancy discharge looks like .

Women's Health

Cramps But No Period: 8 Common Causes (& What To Do)

Cramps but no period can occur with pregnancy or ovulation, or it can be a sign of another condition like endometriosis or uterine fibroids. You should see a gynecologist if you frequently experience cramps outside of a period or if cramps are very intense so that the underlying cause can be identified and treated.

Women's Health

Intramural Fibroid: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Intramural fibroids are a type of benign tumor that can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, cramps and abnormal periods. Learn more about what causes intramural fibroids, the symptoms they can cause, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

Women's Health

Vaginitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes, Types & Treatment

Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vaginal mucosa that can be caused by an imbalance in vaginal flora, infections, allergies or hormonal changes during menopause or pregnancy. Learn more about what vaginitis is, what causes it , its symptoms, and how it is diagnosed and treated.