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A common condition that affects many couples trying to start a family is infertility. According to the National Centre for Health Statistics, the pregnancy rate has declined equally for married and unmarried women by nearly 10% since 1990. If you are trying to conceive, it is essential to see your OBGYN. Infertility can result from…

Research shows that heavy menstrual flows that exceed seven days affect over 10 million American women each year. The average female body changes as it ages, starting from the puberty stage to menopause. Some of these changes are normal and don’t necessitate you to get worried. Many medical issues women face can be easily fixed…

Menopause is something that all women are going to have to face at some point or another. It’s a natural biological phenomenon, and nobody should be ashamed of it. This doesn’t mean that it’s easy, however. Menopause comes with a number of emotional and physical symptoms. It’s common for women to experience not only hot…

Prenatal care services ensure a healthy pregnancy. Prenatal care should start as soon as possible. In 2016, in about 77% of healthy births, a mom received prenatal care early on in her pregnancy, according to March of Dimes. The same study revealed that about 16% of healthy births moms did not start prenatal care until…

Although gynecologists can treat girls and women of any age, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend that teens have their first visits between 13 and 15 years old. While you may not think that your teen needs a visit this early, there are numerous reasons why sooner is better than later. Your Teen’s…

My OBGyne is very pleased to announce that Dr. Figueroa has been named Chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Banner Ironwood! Dr. Figueroa looks forward to providing and developing comprehensive, personalized healthcare designed to meet women’s needs—from childhood and adolescence through the reproductive years into menopause and beyond. “I am honored and…

Tummy troubles? Almost everybody at some time or another will experience abdominal pain. Abdominal pain is any pain or discomfort occurring between the lower chest and the groin—or as most call it—the “belly”. Your abdomen consists of lots of different organs—the stomach, liver, gallbladder, intestines, pancreas, esophagus and numerous blood vessels. It’s easy to generalize…

Progesterone is a natural female hormone known as the “pregnancy hormone”. Progesterone plays a role in maintaining pregnancy—it’s one of the hormones in our bodies that stimulates and regulates various functions. What is Progesterone? Progesterone is a hormone produced in the body that helps regulate the menstrual cycle of women. Progesterone is produced just before…

How to Determine Your Baby’s Due Date Did you just find out that you’re pregnant? Congratulations! Pregnancy brings a lot of excitement and joy, but can also be filled with worries, questions and discomfort. One of the biggest pregnancy questions? The due date. The question everyone (including yourself) wants answered the minute you find out…