Dr. Carilyn Anne Hoffman MD

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• What Are the Different Types of Hysterectomies?

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• What Is Ureaplasma?

  Ureaplasma is a small bacterium that belongs to the class Mollicutes. This group of tiny bacteria lacks cell walls and are regarded as the smallest self-replicating and free-living cells, making them unique from other types of bacteria. Although the infection it causes can be treated using...

• Coping with the Psychological and Social Impact of Infertility

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• 5 Tips on Living with Vaginitis

  Vaginitis is an infection that causes swelling and inflammation in the vagina. Vaginitis happens as a result of an imbalance of the normal bacterial flora causing an overgrowth of other organisms in the vagina.Types of VaginitisThere are many conditions that will cause swelling or infection in the...

• The Embarrassing Symptoms of Pregnancy: What People Won't Tell You

  There are a number of symptoms of pregnancy, including fatigue, vomiting, and nausea, which are completely normal. In addition, many develop some awkward and embarrassing symptoms, like abdominal hair, belching and constipation, increased discharge from the vagina, and hemorrhoids. According to...