Category: Women’s Health

Postmenopausal Osteoporosis – What You Need to Know

September 12, 2024 0 No Comments

Hormones, Women's Health

doctor showing x-ray of spine to illustrate postmenopausal osteoporosis issues

Did you know that approximately 10 million people have osteoporosis in the United States? And about 80% of these cases are women. Additionally, another 44...

Recognizing the First Signs of Pregnancy with PCOS

August 29, 2024 0 No Comments

Pregnancy, Women's Health

Happy woman with pregnancy test result hugging husband to illustrate pregnancy with PCOS

If you’re desperate to recognize signs of pregnancy with PCOS, we get you. It’s challenging because with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) you can have overlapping...

PCOS and Pregnancy – A Complete Guide

August 22, 2024 0 No Comments

Pregnancy, Women's Health

illustration of the difference between a normal ovary and one with PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder that affects approximately 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. If you’re one of those women...

Do Irregular Periods Mean Infertility?

August 8, 2024 0 No Comments

Pregnancy, Women's Health

pensive girl to illustrate wondering about whether irregular periods mean infertility

Understanding your menstrual cycle is a vital aspect of reproductive health. For many women, having a regular period is a sign that their body is...

Postpartum Assessment – What You Need to Know

June 20, 2024 0 No Comments

ObGyn, Women's Health

Tender moment of mother and newborn to illustrate the need for a postpartum assessment

After the joy and exhaustion of childbirth, the postpartum period brings a new set of challenges and experiences for you as a new mother. Understanding...

Hormone Pellet Therapy – A Comprehensive Guide

June 13, 2024 0 No Comments

Hormones, Women's Health

Woman and doctor talking, to illustrate hormone pellet therapy discussion

Hormones are crucial in regulating your body functions – from metabolism and mood to reproductive health and energy levels. That means if your hormones are...

Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle

May 23, 2024 0 No Comments

Hormones, Women's Health

items that illustrate the concept of having a menstrual cycle

Understanding your menstrual cycle is not just about tracking when your period arrives. It involves recognizing the complex biological processes your body undergoes each month....

A Complete Guide to Blood Tests for STDs

May 16, 2024 0 No Comments

ObGyn, Women's Health

Phials of blood to illustrate blood tests for STDs

We’re looking at the whole topic of blood tests for STDs because, after colds, sexually transmitted diseases – STDs – are the second most common...

What Happens at an Annual Well-Woman Exam?

April 25, 2024 0 No Comments

Primary Care, Women's Health

doctor and female patient in discussion to illustrate an annual well-woman exam

Do you ever feel a bit guilty when you read statistics – in case they’re pointing a finger at you? At Stella Mattina, we never...

How to Balance Hormones After Pregnancy

March 28, 2024 0 No Comments

Hormones, Pregnancy, Women's Health

Young mother with newborn, to illustrate how to balance hormones after pregnancy

Pregnancy is an extraordinary journey, but as your body adjusts to the postpartum phase, you might find yourself experiencing hormonal fluctuations. In this article, we’ll...