Overview of the diagnosis and management of uterine fibroids
Fibroids are benign uterine tumors that are the leading cause of hysterectomy in the United States. They may be asymptomatic…
Assessment & Management
Initial evaluation of the male with infertility
MJ, a 31-year-old Hispanic man, presents to the family planning clinic with his wife of 4 years, concerned because they…
Management of bacterial vaginosis: Updated guidance from ACOG
Introduction In January 2020, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) published new guidelines on vaginitis in nonpregnant patients.…
Challenges of testing for genital herpes
Genital herpes is a common, chronic sexually transmitted infection (STI).1 It is caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1)…
Assessment and management: Primary hypothyroidism in women
Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder affecting nearly 2 in 100 women. Primary hypothyroidism can be diagnosed and effectively managed by primary care providers.