In case you missed it: November 21 to November 25
Take a look at the week's top stories.
Bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy may heighten risk of preterm birth, pregnancy loss
Bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy may lead to increased risks for preterm birth, preterm delivery, and spontaneous abortion, according to new research in the Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics.
The Challenges of Diagnosing Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidiasis
Michael L. Krychman, MD, and Jack D. Sobel, MD, review diagnostic criteria of diagnosis of RVVC and the impact of misdiagnosis.
Dextromethorphan ineffective adjuvant option for medication abortion pain management
Dextromethorphan was not a successful adjunctive pain management option for medication abortion, according to research results published in Contraception.
Five minutes of a doctor’s time could cost patients $50
Cleveland Clinic begins charging for doctors’ time spent responding to some electronic messages.
Pap Talk S4E10: 2023 women's health outlook
In this episode of Pap Talk, Alison Cowan, MD, discusses her predictions for women's health trends in 2023.
Major congenital malformations not linked to first trimester tetracycline use
November 20th 2024A large population-based study found that first-trimester tetracycline exposure does not elevate the risk of major congenital malformations, though specific risks for nervous system and eye anomalies warrant further research.
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IUD placement within 48 hours nonsuperior vs 2 to 4 weeks after abortion
November 19th 2024A study reveals no significant difference in 6-month intrauterine device use between placements within 48 hours or 2 to 4 weeks after a second-trimester abortion, though earlier placement carries a higher expulsion risk.
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