Pain With Intercourse

Pain With Intercourse

Intercourse is not supposed to hurt. Seems obvious right? Yet according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists 3 out of 4 women report pain with sex at some point in their lives. Pain with sex includes pain with all aspects (pain with touch, penetration and thrusting). For some women, pain is temporary and…

What is Interstitial Cystitis?

What is Interstitial Cystitis?

Bladder dysfunction is common and it’s important to differentiate what is causing your symptoms as there is some overlap between diagnoses. Interstitial Cystitis (IC) is used to describe many things. Two of the primary things being painful bladder syndrome and chronic pelvic pain. Interstitial Cystitis Symptoms Interstitial cystitis occurs in both male and females. Symptoms…

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition in which women of reproductive age have infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods or excess male hormone levels. The hormonal imbalance which occurs can affect ovulation and therefore fertility in women. PCOS is actually one the most common cause for female infertility. According to the World Health Organization…