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Cancer; Discovery; Women's Health

Markerless radiation erases a reminder and improves breast cancer therapy

October 30, 2023

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Lipid apheresis helps control chronic high cholesterol and FSGS

September 22, 2023

Common causes of anal or rectal pain, and how to treat them

August 28, 2023

Vasectomy: Safe, effective, affordable birth control for men

June 8, 2023

Women and sleep disorders: How to get better rest at all stages of life

May 24, 2023

7 diet tips to prevent kidney stones

March 30, 2023

Attention women: Low sex drive? Testosterone won’t help

Lack of interest in sex can strain relationships. Dr. Carr explains why testosterone therapy for women is not a quick fix for low libido.

August 18, 2022

Women's Health

Abnormal bleeding: Why women should treat it, not tough it out

Abnormal bleeding can seriously affect a woman’s quality of life at any age. Unfortunately, many women think it’s normal and don’t seek medical care, or their doctors simply don’t listen. Discover treatment options that can improve a woman’s symptoms and quality of life.

Kimberly Kho, M.D.

August 30, 2018

Plastic Surgery; Women's Health

Breast implant illness: Diagnosing and treating its many complex symptoms

Though breast implant illness is not a formal diagnosis, its symptoms are very real. Christine Stiles, M.D., and Abby Culver, M.D., discuss BII and common myths about the condition.

Christine Carman Stiles, M.D.

December 5, 2022

Women's Health; Your Pregnancy Matters

Tips to prevent involuntary urine leakage (incontinence) during and after pregnancy

Urinary incontinence is common during and after pregnancy. In this week's Your Pregnancy Matters blog, get tips to prevent or reduce leaking issues.

Marlene Corton, M.D.

May 19, 2020

'The end of transvaginal mesh surgery, as mandated by the FDA, does not mean the end of effective treatment for pelvic organ prolapse. Our team is trained in the most advanced therapies, technologies, and techniques to successfully treat POP.'

Maude Carmel, M.D. quoted from: FDA ban on transvaginal mesh: What does it mean for women facing pelvic organ prolapse?

Cancer; Plastic Surgery; Women's Health

New breast reconstruction approach delivers efficiency, natural results for cancer patients

UT Southwestern offers authentic breast reconstruction with DIEP flap surgery. Our techniques have delivered an improved and streamlined patient experience.