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Cutting-edge stories about innovations in women’s health. Women’s Health editor, Anna Villarreal, can be contacted at [email protected].

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An Anesthesiologist Learns the ‘Facts’ about Epidurals in Childbirth Class

Jeffrey Swisher, M.D. - 3/14/2021 - 2

An anesthesiologist loses it when his childbirth class instructor provides misinformation about epidurals

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Allergic Contact Dermatitis Caused by Cosmetics: Causes and Treatments

Fayne Frey, MD - 3/6/2021 - 1

Allergic contact dermatitis to cosmetics is common but easily treated. Key to future prevention is identification of the offending allergen.

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Why Infertility Treatments Should Be Covered by Insurance

David Adamson, M.D. - 2/27/2021 - 3

Infertility is a disease that deserves to be covered by health insurance. Compelling business and social reasons support this premise.

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Sorting Out the Complicated Relationship Between Infertility and Depression

David Adamson, M.D. - 2/17/2021 - 5

Does infertility cause depression or does depression cause infertility? The relationship is complex but effective interventions are available.

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Melanoma: What You Need to Know About Diagnosis and Treatment

Fayne Frey, MD - 1/30/2021 - 2

Melanoma is an aggressive skin cancer that is treatable, even curable if caught early. Expert review of diagnosis, treatment, & prevention.

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What You Need to Know About Basal Cell Carcinoma

Fayne Frey, MD - 1/30/2021 - 1

Basal cell carcinoma is the commonest skin cancer while sebaceous carcinoma is very rare. Both require early diagnosis for the best outcomes.

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Opioids and Infertility – What You and Your Doctor Should Know

David Adamson, M.D. - 1/12/2021 - 2

Many women of childbearing age are affected by use & misuse of opioids. The impact on fertility & infertility treatment should be considered.

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