Dr. Alicia Maren Wiczulis M.D.

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• Endometriosis: When Should I See a Doctor?

  Endometriosis is a serious disease in which a woman tends to have an abnormal growth of the endometrial tissues outside the uterus. If you have any symptoms, you should see a doctor immediately. If you have pain during your period that is different than the previous cases, you can wait until the...

• What Happens if I Miss My Baby's Due Date?

  An overdue pregnancy is a pregnancy that continues for more than 42 weeks. Overdue pregnancy is also referred to as post-term or prolonged pregnancy. The cause of overdue pregnancy is still not known. There are cases where it’s because of genetic predisposition. Recurrence of overdue pregnancy is...

• What is Amenorrhea: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  Defined in very simple words, amenorrhea is the absence of a menstrual period in a woman during her reproductive age. Normal menstruation starts at the age of 12, but the range can vary. Amenorrhea may exist when a woman does not experience periods for three months in a row or her first period by...

• Sexual and Reproductive Health Care in Young Women with Cystic Fibrosis

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• What Causes Back Pain in Pregnancy?

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