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How to Implement an HPV Screening Program
The human papillomavirus, or HPV, is known as a cause of some types of cervical, vaginal and vulvar cancers. There is a vaccine available that helps protect against four types of HPV. Screening programs make it possible to find out who has HPV and to offer treatment. Those screened and who don't h
Cervical Cancer Status Post Leep Procedures
LEEP, or loop electrosurgical excision procedure, is a method by which abnormal and possibly cancerous cells are removed from the cervix. This is an office procedure that may be suggested once the results of a Pap smear come back abnormal to prevent cancer from developing or spreading. Alternatives
What Are Treatments for Prostate Cancer?
Prostate cancer is cancer of the male prostate glands. The prostate glands are responsible for producing seminal fluid. Treatment of prostate cancer depends on the size of the tumor, the age of the individual and how far the cancer has spread beyond the prostate.
Concordance in the Perception of Couples Recovering From Prostate Cancer
Although couples report relationships as strong and team-like, misconception between partners is widespread.
It's Not About Herpes
Herpes too often is seen as an obstacle to living a full, beautiful life. But it's not about herpes at all. It's about who you truly are that herpes blocks from being. If you let it, that is.
Freeze Those Genital Warts to Death
If you have genital warts, you may have talked to your doctor about treatment options. If your doctor forgot to mention about freezing the warts, you may be wondering how this process works. While many people prefer this process to cutting off the wart, be aware that this is not a cure for genital w
Bacterial Vaginosis-Home Treatment
Your health care provider can recommend treatment for bacterial vaginosis.
Men and STDs
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of STDs in men including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Escitalopram for Premature Ejaculation Affects Semen
Previous studies have shown that escitalopram can be beneficial in the treatment of premature ejaculation, but does it inhibit fertility?
Pregnancy, Live Birth Resulting From Cryopreserved Embryos
How likely is a pregnancy and live birth in a young patient with ovarian cancer who had undergone fertility sparing surgery? This new study describes.
AIDS - Information You Need to Know
As sad as it is to hear, the rate of those who are infected with AIDS is growing every year. Unless we as a population start taking more safety precautions against this horrible illness, we're going to continue to see it growing at an even faster rate.
Consensus on Current Management of Endometriosis
Is there a general consensus in the medical world on how endometriosis should be treated and managed? Read this new article to get the details.
Carrying Out STD Tests at Home - Things You Should Know
Do you suspect that you have sexually transmitted diseases or STDs? Also called sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or venereal diseases, STDs are universal. People who have intercourse often with new partners, multiple partners or unfaithful partners are prone to STIs. Most men and women will hi
Prostate Cancer News and Features TOC
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FDA Panel Rejects Drugs to Prevent Prostate Cancer
An FDA advisory committee has voted against approval of two drugs for the prevention of prostate cancer because of a link to increased risk of high-grade, aggressive forms of the disease.
Wives Wield Decision-Making Power in Marriage
Women have more decision-making power in most marriages, researchers report in the Journal of Counseling Psychology.
HIV: Taking Antiretroviral Drugs
Taking antiretroviral drugs for HIV will not cure your infection. However, it may allow you to remain healthy for a longer time.Your willingness and ability to follow your antiretroviral therapy schedule exactly as prescribed is essential for successful treatment of your HIV infection. Not ...