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Explaining the Hypertension Link in Women

Dr. Raman2023-04-27T19:57:03+00:00

Did you know that “hypertension” and high blood pressure, often used interchangeably, is really the same thing? Patients often misunderstand the truth about hypertension, thinking it is brought on by stress, anxiety or other emotional occurrences in one’s life. In reality, hypertension is a physiological dysfunction that researchers have found can turn into a chronic

Explaining the Hypertension Link in WomenDr. Raman2023-04-27T19:57:03+00:00

The Importance of Well Woman Exams: Keep It On Your Calendar

Dr. Raman2023-04-27T19:57:37+00:00

Recommendations about women's health screening have changed in recent years, and often-conflicting information can lead to confusion. For instance, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, not every woman needs an annual screening for cervical cancer, known as a Pap test. Authorities on breast cancer also vary on their recommendations for mammograms, but

The Importance of Well Woman Exams: Keep It On Your CalendarDr. Raman2023-04-27T19:57:37+00:00

Estrogen and Progesterone: Finding Balance As You Age

Dr. Raman2023-04-27T19:57:45+00:00

Estrogen and progesterone are hormones that play a significant role in women's health. These two hormones are most commonly understood as they relate to menstrual cycles, but they affect so many other areas of wellbeing, especially as women age. Both estrogen and progesterone are primarily produced by the ovaries. From adolescence until perimenopause, estrogen and

Estrogen and Progesterone: Finding Balance As You AgeDr. Raman2023-04-27T19:57:45+00:00

Perimenopause and Menopause: Important Things to Know

Dr. Raman2023-04-27T20:00:48+00:00

The human body changes over time, both externally and internally. Hormones are one of the body’s great regulators and both men and women experience hormonal fluctuations throughout their lives. For women, the transition through perimenopause to menopause is a time of major hormonal fluctuation. The phases are often confused with each other, but true menopause

Perimenopause and Menopause: Important Things to KnowDr. Raman2023-04-27T20:00:48+00:00