Cancer Of The UterusOct 05, 2020Cancer of the Uterus (Endometrial cancer) is the fourth most common cancer among women in the U.S. This cancer begins in the lining of the uterus (endometrium). Known risk factors are obesity, diabetes, having a close relative with endometrial.......Continue reading →
Sex After MenopauseFeb 25, 2020Lots of changes occur after the menopause, and one of the most common is the change in your sex life. Because menopause is associated with diminished Estrogen production, tissues stimulated by Estrogen will be effected. Vaginal dryness can occur....Continue reading →
More Good News About IUD’s!Feb 25, 2020Previous studies have shown that IUD’s are associated with a lower risk of cervical and uterine cancer. Recent research (http://bit.ly/31kKfav) has also shown that women who use IUD’s may be less likely to develop ovarian cancer as well. Continue reading →
Breast Density And Your MammogramSep 27, 2019Throughout the month of October, breast cancer awareness month aims to raise awareness of this disease. Regular mammograms are the best way to detect breast cancer early. But if your mammogram report says that you have dense breast tissue, you may be.....Continue reading →
Urinary IncontinenceSep 27, 2019Urinary incontinence also known as involuntary urination is a common and distressing problem which can have a huge impact on the quality of your life. Urinary incontinence is not just a medical problem but it can also affect your emotional,....Continue reading →
What Is Hereditary Cancer And Should You Get Genetic Testing For Cancer Risk?May 14, 2019About 10% of all cancers are caused by gene mutations that are passed down through the family. These cancers are commonly called Hereditary Cancer. These cancers include Breast, Ovarian, Colorectal (colon), Endometrial (cancer of the uterus), Melanoma.....Continue reading →
Why Do Women Need Annual Pelvic Exams?May 14, 2019Much has been written recently about whether the annual pelvic exam is necessary. Many women fail to get annual pelvic exams after hearing that annual pap smears are not necessary. Keep in mind that the Pap smear only detects cervical cancer not.....Continue reading →
Is Vaginal Estrogen Safe?Feb 11, 2019Estrogen deficiency following the menopause may result in significant changes in the vagina. Painful intercourse, lack of lubrication, urinary symptoms of urgency as well as urinary tract infections are common.Continue reading →
Ovarian CancerFeb 11, 2019Each year, about 20,000 women in the United States develop ovarian cancer. Approximately 1.3% of women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer at some point during their lifetime. This cancer causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female....Continue reading →
Breast CancerFeb 11, 2019A rare cancer linked to breast implants is on the rise in the U.S. The FDA issued a bulletin this week alerting health care providers of this finding. It is important for healthcare providers be on the look out in patients who have new swelling.....Continue reading →
Breast Cancer AwarenessOct 15, 2018As this is breast cancer awareness month, it’s a good time to review the importance of breast self-examination. This was recently published by Anthem Blue Cross....Continue reading →
Ovarian Cancer PreventionOct 12, 2018In the United States, ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cause of cancer related death. Recent evidence has shown that inflammation plays a role in the development ovarian cancer. It is believed that aspirin lowers ovarian cancer risk.....Continue reading →
Colorectal Cancer ScreeningOct 11, 2018The American Cancer Society recommends Colorectal cancer screening starting at age 45. According to new guidelines from the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer screening should begin at age 45 for average risk adults.Continue reading →
Do I Need The New Shingles Vaccine?Sep 10, 2018The short answer is yes. If you are over 50 years old, the new “Shingrix” vaccine is needed, even if you previously received the currently available shingles vaccine Zostavax.Continue reading →
Increased Risk Of Breast Cancer With Birth Control Pills?Jan 05, 2018In November, a study was published in the New England Journal of Medicine, which linked the use of birth control pills and other hormonal birth control to an increased risk of breast cancer.Continue reading →
Should I Have A 3D MammogramJan 05, 2018Women, at 40 years old, should begin having regular mammograms to help detect breast cancer as part of their health care plan. With advancements in technology, many health care providers are offering women 3-D mammograms, also known as Tomosynthesis.Continue reading →
Vaginal DrynessJan 05, 2018Reduced estrogen levels are the main cause of vaginal dryness. Estrogen, the female hormone, helps keep vaginal tissue healthy by maintaining normal vaginal lubrication, elasticity, and pH balance. Vaginal atrophy is the term that is used to describe....Continue reading →
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Mortality Rates ImprovingOct 12, 2017October is Breast Cancer awareness month, so Dr. Obron wanted to bring you up-to-date on recent studies which have been published regarding how breast cancer mortality rates are improving.Continue reading →
Does Post-Menopausal Hormone Replacement Improve Sexual Function?Oct 11, 2017A recent study was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, (JAMA) Internal Medicine, seeking to determine the effect of hormone replacement therapy on sexual function in post-menopausal women.Continue reading →
Hormonal Replacement Therapy Does Not Affect Women’s Death RatesOct 10, 2017Menopausal hormonal therapy does not put women at increased risk for death, according to long-term follow-up from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) trials published recently in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).Continue reading →
Breast Cancer And ImplantsJun 23, 2017There have been recent reports regarding an increased rate of breast cancer in women who have had breast implants. This cancer is called breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL), a type of non-Hodgkins lymphoma.Continue reading →
What Is Breast Thermography?Jun 22, 2017Recently, a number of patients have inquired about breast thermography as an alternative to mammography. This summary might be helpful to you.Continue reading →
Intrarosa For Sexual Symptoms Of MenopauseNov 29, 2016The first product approved by the FDA to treat sexual symptoms of menopause contains the active ingredient prasterone — also known as dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). It is a dietary supplement that has been previously found to help treat sexual dysfunction.Continue reading →
Signs Of PerimenopauseNov 23, 2016For most women, the challenges of menopause are talked about amongst mid-life women every day, but not perimenopause. Yet, women experience perimenopause before entering menopause and may not realize the symptoms which range from.....Continue reading →
Menopause Symptom Patterns StudiedNov 15, 2016Almost 80 percent of women do get hot flashes, night sweats or both during menopause, researchers found. But the timing of these symptoms and how long they last appear to vary a great deal, with factors such as body weight, race, education....Continue reading →
Mammograms: How Early Is Too Early?Nov 04, 2016There is much debate over the right time for a mammogram, Jeffrey Obron, MD, explains “Women and their doctors should discuss the benefits, risks and limitations of mammograms and decide together when to begin having mammograms.” Continue reading →
Zika And PregnancyNov 03, 2016The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued warnings to pregnant or women trying to get pregnant that contracting Zika could mean certain birth defects for the baby. Some important facts to know....Continue reading →