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Sexual intercourse is typically associated with sensations of pleasure, but for the millions of women with dyspareunia, it’s a different story. Dyspareunia is the medical term for pain during or after intercourse, a condition that affects nearly a third of women during their lifetimes.  Despite how common it is, dyspareunia...

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...

As many as 80% of women develop fibroids by the time they reach age 50, according to the Office on Women’s Health, and while nearly all fibroids are benign (noncancerous), they can also cause a lot of unpleasant symptoms, including pelvic pain. Understanding the symptoms of fibroids can help you...

Most of us have heard of the elusive “Mona Lisa smile” immortalized by da Vinci’s famous painting. But far fewer have heard of the MonaLisa Touch® — and if you’re a woman, that’s too bad. That’s because the MonaLisa Touch is a laser-based system designed specifically to treat uncomfortable age-related...

Getting a good night’s sleep isn’t just about feeling awake and refreshed the next day. Good-quality sleep is also important for your physical and emotional wellness, helping you avoid sickness and stabilize your mood.  The problem: Many Americans don’t get the sleep they need to support optimal health and wellness....

The Pap smear is the primary test used for the early detection of cervical cancer, the second most common cancer among women. But does getting an abnormal Pap result mean you have cancer? Absolutely not! At her practice in Santa Monica, California, Tristan E. Bickman, MD, performs Pap smears as...