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Cancer; Discovery; Women's Health

The ART and science of targeting gynecologic tumors

Kevin Albuquerque, M.D.
Chika Nwachukwu, M.D., Ph.D.

May 18, 2022

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Managing pregnancy when mom has an eating disorder

May 17, 2022

For Mother's Day, 6 stories of survival

May 6, 2022

Breast implant illness: Diagnosing and treating its many complex symptoms

April 21, 2022

Breaking the silence about endometriosis

March 21, 2022

Having sex after a heart attack - what you need to know

February 10, 2022

Abnormal bleeding: Why women should treat it, not tough it out

Abnormal bleeding can seriously affect a woman’s quality of life at any age. Unfortunately, many women think it’s normal and don’t seek medical care, or their doctors simply don’t listen. Discover treatment options that can improve a woman’s symptoms and quality of life.

Kimberly Kho, M.D.

August 30, 2018

Women's Health

What’s going on with my uterus? 3 conditions related to pelvic pain and bleeding

Women sometimes ignore abnormal bleeding or pelvic pain because they think it’s just part of life. However, Kimberly Kho, M.D., says these symptoms can be signs of abnormal cell growth in the uterus. Discover three common conditions and available treatment options.

Kimberly Kho, M.D.

September 27, 2018

Women's Health; Your Pregnancy Matters

Tips to prevent involuntary urine leakage (incontinence) during and after pregnancy

Urinary incontinence is common during and after pregnancy. In this week's Your Pregnancy Matters blog, get tips to prevent or reduce leaking issues.

Marlene Corton, M.D.

May 19, 2020

Pediatrics; Prevention; Women's Health

Heavy periods aren’t normal in teens – and might indicate a serious concern

Heavy periods in teen girls are often brushed off as a normal part of adolescence. But it’s not normal, and it can indicate a more serious condition. Discover how the Young Women’s Blood Disorders Program offers proper diagnosis and treatment to prevent long-term complications.

Ayesha Zia, M.D.

January 31, 2019

"The treatments for different types of urinary incontinence are varied, so it’s important to make a distinction and ask patients the right questions about their symptoms. Their answers help us determine a diagnosis and formulate a treatment plan."

Maria Florian-Rodriguez, M.D. quoted from: Urinary incontinence is not ‘normal’ – but it is treatable

Cancer; Plastic Surgery; Women's Health

New breast reconstruction approach delivers efficiency, natural results for cancer patients

DIEP flap breast reconstruction uses your own tissue to provide a natural look and feel after cancer. See how UT Southwestern has reduced operating time by half to provide a better, more efficient patient experience.