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Epidural is a kind of medicine to block pain (anesthetic). It is commonly used during labor and delivery. During an epidural, anesthetic is injected into the area around your lower spine. An anesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist starts the epidural and watches you during your procedure.

While you are pregnant, smoking affects your unborn child. It reduces oxygen and blood flow to your baby. This may cause bleeding problems that can put your pregnancy at risk, or even cause miscarriage or stillbirth.

Among the conditions for which hysterectomy is used for treatment are endometriosis, fibroids, pelvic relaxation, and cancer.

A hysterectomy is the removal of a woman's uterus. It can relieve symptoms such as severe pain and bleeding. If you have cancer, it may save your life. You will discuss what type of surgery you will have with your healthcare provider.

A woman's menstrual cycle (monthly period) is controlled by changing levels of certain hormones. These hormones travel through the blood. Two hormones, estrogen and progesterone, play a big role in the menstrual cycle.

Watch for these signs of substance use. If your child has a problem with alcohol or drugs, take action. Your doctor can help.

Chlamydia infection is a very common sexually transmitted infection (STI). Because most people do not have symptoms, chlamydia may not be noticed until it causes severe problems. Left untreated, this STI can cause people to become sterile.

Gonorrhea is a bacterial infection that is transmitted sexually. Many women and some men who have gonorrhea don't have any signs or symptoms. Here's what you should know.

If you have herpes, you're not alone. Millions of Americans have it. Herpes has no cure. But you can control it and learn how to protect yourself and others from outbreaks.