Combined oral contraceptive pills that contain both estrogen and progestin can be used as emergency contraception The Yuzpe method of emergency contraception, which consists of taking a combination of regular estrogen/progestin birth control pills, has grown in popularity and works by delaying or preventing ovulation. This regimen is most effective when taken within 72 hours … The post How Normal Birth Control Pills Can Work as Emergency Contraception appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more

CU's Jessica Pettigrew shares how breast and nipple prosthetics can help improve body image and self-esteem for women who have undergone mastectomies. Learn what to consider when deciding to use breast prosthetics and how to discuss this option with your healthcare team. The post Breast Prosthetics Valuable Tool After Mastectomies appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more

Alison suffered abdominal pain for over half of her life. The incredible support and treatment from CU OB-GYN providers helped cure it. The post 15 Years of Abdominal Pain Stole Alison’s Life. We Helped Her Get It Back. appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more

CU's Kimberly Larson-Ohlsen discusses the benefits of vitamin E for improving vaginal health and providing relief from dryness. The post Vitamin E Can Alleviate Vaginal Dryness appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more

Combined oral contraceptive pills that contain both estrogen and progestin can be used as emergency contraception The Yuzpe method of emergency contraception, which consists of taking a combination of regular estrogen/progestin birth control pills, has grown in popularity and works by delaying or preventing ovulation. This regimen is most effective when taken within 72 hours … The post How Normal Birth Control Pills Can Work as Emergency Contraception appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more

University of Colorado OB-GYN's Jessica Pettigrew discuss the mental and physical impact of sexual side effects from breast cancer. The post Overcoming Sexual Side Effects of Breast Cancer appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more

University of Colorado OB-GYN's Dr. Diane Christopher discusses self-monitoring blood pressure in pregnancy study results. The post Studies: High-Risk Pregnancies Don’t Benefit From Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more

University of Colorado OB-GYN's Dr. Lauren Harrington raises awareness about PMDD, a severe form of PMS that affects up to 5% of women. The post Raising Awareness of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more

You know you can trust a doctor recommended by other physicians. Meet Dr. Nannette Santoro a 5280 Top Doctor in Denver. The post The REI Doctor Other Physicians Trust: Dr. Nanette Santoro appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more

Dr. Eliza Buyers allays fears and discusses what happens if you take hormonal contraception while pregnant in this Giddy article. The post What Happens When You Take Birth Control While Pregnant? Dr. Buyers Says Don’t Panic! appeared first on University of Colorado OB-GYN ..read more