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GynoGab reached 2 million page views on June 19. GynoGab, the women's health blog written by Dr. Trupin, is a fascinating online resource for women in all stages of life. Trying to get in shape or get pregnant? Find helpful tips reflecting the latest medical research. Dealing with painful or chronic conditions? Get information on the newest, cutting-edge treatment options. Just looking for some entertainment? Learn a little about historical or literary perspectives on women's health.

Every WHP newsletter includes selected articles from GynoGab at the end of the page. Why not take a look today? You just might read something that could change your health for the better.

Due to a policy change, Women's Health Practice is now to fax requests to referring physicians if we are requesting a consultation. Once you are seen at a referral office, the physician typically writes us a follow-up report. This report is our confirmation of your visit, any assessments they did, and notification of their treatment plan for you.

However, to assure that your chart is up to date and to give you the best follow-up care possible, we ask that you call our office or use Patient Portal to give us the name of the referring physician and the date and time of your appointment. This way we can be sure you have received the care you need. Thank you for using Women's Health Practice for your care. We appreciate the trust you have in us.

With so much new menopausal research underway, there are now more reasons than ever to get your symptoms treated. Several studies show that menopausal vasomotor symptoms (VMS) and sexual symptoms are undertreated in all age groups. A study published online in Menopause found a "high prevalence of untreated moderate to severe hot flashes and sexual symptoms" among a survey of menopausal women. In addition, the various treatments for vaginal health, including vaginal estrogen, non-hormonal prescription therapy, and laser treatments, are underutilized by all age groups. The authors report, "Taken together with evidence that dyspareunia [pain during sex] increases from early menopause to late menopause, our findings indicate that vulvovaginal atrophy remains undertreated across all postmenopausal age groups."

Women's Health Practice can help you get relief from the symptoms of menopause. Hormonal, non-hormonal, and laser therapies are available depending on your individual needs. Call 217-356-3736 today or go online to schedule a personal consultation.

Research Studies Now Enrolling
Participants in our studies help advance medical research for the benefit of all women, and receive study-related medical treatment at no cost. Please read the following announcements and call us if you are interested in enrolling.

If you're generally healthy, 18-35 and in need of contraception, contact Women's Health Practice at 217-356-3736.

• Itching
• Buring
• Irritation
• Odor
• Discharge

To be eligible, you must meet certain other requirements that will be explained to you. Women selected for the study will receive free study-related medical care, including 2 or 3 clinic visits, and payment for their time and travel expenses. For more information, or to see if you qualify, contact Women's Health Practice at 217-356-3736.

 

If you wish there were a way to get your hot flashes under control, the REPLENISH Study might be right for you. This medical research study is evaluating an investigational medication to see if it may reduce the frequency of hot flashes and sweating associated with menopause. To qualify, you must be:

Between the ages of 40 and 65

Have not had a hysterectomy

Suffer from several hot flashes a day

Call us at 217-356-3736 or go to www.replenishstudy.com for more details.


If you are a female between the ages of 18 and 50 years old and are experiencing abnormal bleeding due to uterine fibroids, you may be able to take part in the VENUS research study, testing an investigational medicine. Qualified participants will receive study-related medical evaluations and care at no cost. If interested, please go to www.venusresearchstudy.com or call 217-356-3736.

A recent survey published in Menopause found that menopausal women in all age groups were widely undertreated for moderate to severe symptoms. If you're living day to day with hot flashes and painful sexual symptoms, new treatments are available that can restore both your sexual health and general comfort. Learn more from GynoGab, then call WHP at 217-356-3736 to schedule your appointment.

Remember to visit your gyno annually throughout menopause, even if you don't need a yearly cervical cancer screening. A different type of Pap smear, the Vaginal Maturation Index Pap, can help you determine when to begin treatment for menopausal symptoms. Read more.

Get the rundown on the latest vaginal health therapies, including brand new treatments soon expecting FDA approval. These cutting-edge treatments are easy to use and have fewer side effects than ever before. Read more.