Wearing our pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month Several members of the team also participated in the Breast Cancer walk at Celebration Pointe. Dr. Agrios, Vivynne Agrios, Ashley, Maureen, Charlie and some of their family members walked with All About Women Obstetrics & Gynecology in making strides to support a great cause The post All About Women Team Shows Support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month appeared first on All About Women ..read more

Throughout history, women have played a vital role in advancing medical knowledge and helping to transform the way we view our health and the impact of disease on the human body. One of the many areas where women have made a significant impact is in the field of reproductive health. Historically, women have been at the forefront of advocating for improved access to reproductive services, often risking their own lives and facing societal backlash to advocate for reproductive health care for women. Their contributions have not only improved the lives of women but have also helped to advance the ..read more

The month of November is COPD Awareness Month, so now is the perfect time to review your risk factors. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the umbrella term for a wide range of progressive lung diseases, including chronic bronchitis, emphysema and irreversible asthma. COPD impacts over 16 million Americans at any given time, many of which are unaware they have one of these conditions. Some of the most common COPD symptoms include: A long-lasting cough, including coughing up mucus Shortness of breath Tightness in the chest Wheezing   Historically, COPD was thought to be ..read more

Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when her body stops producing the hormones associated with her menstrual cycle and her fertility ends. Most women, regardless of their age, are familiar with this cycle that most women experience at some point in their lives. However, there is another period prior to menopause that is less known and not well understood by many women. The transitional period leading up to menopause is known as perimenopause. Perimenopause is highlighted by both physical and emotional symptoms, and it can last anywhere from 2 to 10 years. Causes and stages of perimenopaus ..read more

Fibroids are one of the leading causes of abdominal pain and heavy bleeding in women. It’s understandable why a woman would rush to the emergency room if she was experiencing these symptoms and didn’t know why. In a study done by the University of Michigan Medicine, researchers found that out of 487 million ER visits studied between 2006 and 2017, tens of thousands of women were seen for fibroids. Out of that large number, only about 10 percent were admitted to the hospital. What are fibroids? Fibroids are non-cancerous growths or tumors in the uterus. They can either be small enough to not e ..read more

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a significant rise in the number of people (particularly women) who are food insecure. According to an analysis released in March 2021 by Feeding America, an estimated 42 million people will likely be considered food insecure in 2021. In 2019, that number was just over 35 million. Food insecurity doesn’t just affect people and families in poverty. In fact, during the pandemic, it’s proven to affect just about anyone. Just because you may not be without food all the time, it doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t experience some level of food insec ..read more

Food can be a complex subject for many people. While some find comfort and contentment in food, others may have a more complicated connection with it, especially when we are surrounded by images that tell us that we should look a certain way. Eating disorders are serious conditions that can result from a negative relationship with food, and they can harm both your mental and physical health. As a result, they require proper treatment and care, and they should be taken seriously. Recent surveys show that in 2021, eating disorders statistically affect more women than men. Among the 30 million A ..read more

Many women say that carrying a child is a beautiful, though sometimes strange experience. Nobody knows how weird your body can be like a pregnant woman. If you’re thinking of having a baby or are starting your first pregnancy, we encourage you to talk to a trusted OB/GYN to address any concerns or questions you may have. Also, read up on some of these often unexpected but totally normal body changes that can happen during pregnancy. Hot flashes and sweating Your body temperature tends to go up during ovulation each month. But for a lot of women, it stays up during pregnancy. The heat can come ..read more

Stress Awareness Month is recognized every April, but we can safely say more people have been aware of their stress this past year than ever before. Chronic stress can be extremely damaging to a woman’s mental, emotional and physical health, so it’s important to know how to manage it well. Many psychologists and health experts have studied stress for decades and given tips on how to deal with it in a positive and healthy way. Ultimately, our goal at All About Women is to make our patients aware of how much stress they have and how it’s affecting their health. Stress awareness started in the w ..read more

Many people have felt like preventative healthcare is risky during the COVID-19 pandemic because it puts them in a doctor’s office around more sick people — people who could potentially have or spread COVID to them. However, attending your annual well-woman care checkup is just as (if not more) important during a pandemic. Survey finds fewer women are going to the doctor A survey from the Kaiser Family Foundation recently reported on the number of women who saw their OB/GYN in 2020. The survey (not so surprisingly) found that there was a significant decrease in that number since the pandemic ..read more