Menopause, Womens Health

Hot flashes and what causes them

Three-quarters of women experience hot flashes in the months or years leading up to menopause. A hot flash is a sudden intense feeling of heat, sweating and discomfort coming from within, like an internal furnace has been turned on. It typically lasts one to five minutes and usually is felt most strongly over the face,…

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Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Obstetrics, Womens Health

Norton Clark Hospital recognized for excellence in infant and maternal health

Norton Clark Hospital recently was recognized by the Indiana Hospital Association, in partnership with Gov. Eric J. Holcomb and Indiana State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver, M.D., FACEP, for its commitment to infant and maternal health at the fourth annual INspire Hospital of Distinction recognition program. INspire, funded by the Indiana Department of Health’s Safety PIN…

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Menopause, Womens Health

If you’re bothered by vaginal symptoms of menopause, talk to your health care provider

The loss of the hormone estrogen during menopause can cause your vagina to lose its elasticity and cause other changes in the vaginal tissue, resulting in vaginal atrophy. Vaginal atrophy also means your vagina has less natural lubrication and can result in vaginal bleeding or spotting during sex, while sex itself can become painful. “Vaginal…

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Menopause, Womens Health

Menopause doesn’t have to keep you up at night

Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep can be an issue during menopause and in the months or years leading up to menopause. Complaints of poor sleep quality, waking up during the night, not enough sleep and night sweats are common. So are mood changes, including depression and anxiety, which can contribute to poor sleep.  “If…

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Menopause, Womens Health

Menopause and anxiety: When to talk to your gynecologist

As you approach menopause, your body starts producing less estrogen. This affects not only your body, but also your behavior, and potentially could lead to anxiety and other changes. These behavioral changes happen because estrogen is not just a sex hormone. It also plays a role in the brain, and the transition to menopause can…

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Obstetrics, Womens Health

What is a doula?

A doula is a trained, nonmedical professional who helps you before, during and shortly after giving birth. Doulas are not the same as a nurse midwife. They do not deliver babies. Instead, they offer emotional, physical and educational support to you and your family. The goal of a doula is to help you have a…

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Breast Health, Womens Health

Dense breasts: What they mean for you and your mammogram choices

All breasts are unique – from their shape and size to their density. Breasts are made of fat, fibrous tissue (strands of collagen protein that hold fat, connective tissue and blood vessels in place) and glandular tissue (the part of the breast that makes milk). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),…

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Urogynecology, Womens Health

Overactive bladder: Don’t give up if medication fails

Controlling your bladder is something we take for granted until we lose the ability. If you’re living with urinary incontinence, you may be surprised to learn that your condition is quite common. “Among American adults, 42.6 million have an overactive bladder,” said Stephanie A. Flaspoehler, APRN, nurse practitioner with Norton Urogynecology Center. “That’s more people…

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Norton Hospital, Norton Womens & Childrens Hospital, Obstetrics, Womens Health

Norton Women’s Care only location in Louisville ranked ‘High Performing’ from U.S. News & World Report

Norton Women’s Care, which encompasses childbirth services at Norton Hospital and Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital, has been recognized as High Performing in Adult Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) by U.S. News & World Report. The designation is the highest award a hospital system can earn in the U.S. News list of Best Hospitals for Maternity…

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Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Cancer, Womens Health

A breast self-exam is no substitute for a screening mammogram, but has benefits

Knowing how to check for breast cancer with a self-exam can be an effective way to be aware of any changes in your breasts, but isn’t a replacement for an annual screening mammogram or a clinical breast exam. Breast self-awareness is a way to improve overall breast health and make it more likely you will…

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Obstetrics, Womens Health

Following Mediterranean diet, eating enough fiber can improve neurodevelopment in baby

Studies on the advantages of the Mediterranean diet have long shown it to be beneficial for heart health, reducing the risk of stroke and even decreasing the risk of diabetes. A new study also shows that following a Mediterranean diet during pregnancy can improve a child’s neurodevelopment. The diet focuses on whole grains, beans, seeds,…

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Gynecology, Norton Community Medical Associates, Norton Primary Care, Womens Health

Why having a regular primary care provider and a gynecologist is a good idea

You need a primary care physician and a gynecologist, because while each can address a broad range of issues, each has specialized experience to make sure you get the right care when you need it. Both can perform basic health assessments, write prescriptions, and provide flu shots or other immunizations. Most insurance plans cover an…

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