Women’s Health

Women of all ages face health questions every day. Find articles, infographics, and videos specific to women’s health issues. Whether you’re seeking information on pregnancy, menopause, nutrition, or bone health, our women’s health topics can help guide you through the different stages of life.

Check out topics including:

How Does a Mammogram Work?
Supporting Someone with Endometriosis.
Reducing Your Risk of Breast Cancer.
Experiencing Severe Menstrual Cramps: Possible Conditions.
Choosing the Best Prenatal Vitamin.
Surviving and Thriving During Menopause.
Signs of Stroke in Women.
Cervical Cancer: Advances in Treatment and Prevention.
How to Seek Treatment for Sexual Assault.
Much More.

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Managing Lymphedema During and After Breast Cancer Treatment

March 25, 2015

Lymphedema, a condition that causes swelling in the arms or legs, is a long-term side effect of breast cancer treatment. Learn how to manage the symptoms. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer radiation, breast cancer surgery, lymphedema, manual lymphatic drainage, swelling
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Birth Control and Blood Clots: The Medication Matters

March 10, 2015

Differing hormone levels in birth control medications can further increase your risk of developing blood clots. Learn more about these risk factors. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: birth control, blood clot, blood clots, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, estrogen, hormone, medical mondays, progesterone, the pill
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Staying Comfortable During Pregnancy

February 26, 2015

The joys of pregnancy can be dampened by a host of aches, pains, and other inconveniences that many expectant mothers face. Find tips to fight discomfort. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: baby, back pain, childbirth, dehydration, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, motherhood, pregnancy, pregnant
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Painful Menstrual Cramps: Fibroids or Something Worse?

February 10, 2015

Painful menstrual cramps are common. But if they're getting worse, you may need to see a doctor to rule out fibroids and other potentially serious causes. Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: awful cramps, birth control, embolization, endometriosis, Fibroids, hormone therapy, intrauterine device, IUD, ovarian cysts, Painful menstrual cramps, pelvic inflammatory disease, PID, sexually transmitted disease, tumors, uterine fibroid embolization
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Women and Heart Disease: Know the Signs

February 1, 2015

Did you know symptoms of a heart attack are different for women? Discover which conditions women are more susceptible to, and learn about eary detection. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: arrhythmia, chest pain, coronary artery disease, coronary heart disease, dizziness, flutter, heart attack, heart attack symptoms, heart failure, heart palpitations, heart valve disease, valve problems, women's heart health
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Cervical Cancer Screenings: Should You Get a Pap Smear?

January 28, 2015

Learn how a Pap smear detects cervical cancer in this infographic. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: American Cancer Society, cancer awareness, cervical cancer, gynecologic cancer, infographic, pap smear, pap smear test
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Pregnancy: A 9-Month Journey

January 9, 2015

If you're pregnant, you're probably expecting a big adventure. Discover the stages of pregnancy and a few helpful tips with our infographic. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: 9 months, baby, delivery, expecting, labor, Magee Womens Hospital, mothers-to-be, pregnancy, term, women
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Lung Cancer and Women

November 28, 2014

Did you know that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths among American women? Learn more about treatment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Lung Cancer, Women's Health
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
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Five Tips for Coping with PMS Cravings

November 3, 2014

Do you crave chocolaty treats and salty snacks before your period? Find out how you can curb those PMS cravings. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition, Women's Health
Tagged with: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, fatigue, food cravings, grain products, intense food cravings, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, PMS, potato chips, premenstrual syndrome