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Childbirth in America
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Understanding PCOS and Hypothalamic AmenorrheaPolycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder characterized by various signs: irregular periods, anovulation, high androgens, and
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I Had a Stroke From Hormonal Birth Control
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A little over 2 years ago, on May 31st, I had a stroke caused by my birth control pill, Loryna. I had
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Burning Out From Worsening Dysautonomia
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The Reality of Endometriosis in the ER
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I’m lying on an emergency room bed, writhing in agony, screaming in pain, as though my insides are being torn to shreds.
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A Fluoroquinolone Reaction After Just One Pill
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So many people that have been impacted by fluoroquinolones, mostly Ciprofloxacin (Cipro), scour the internet looking for information, symptoms, cures, and shared
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The Road to ThiamineIn August 2020, I was at my wits end. I had developed gastroparesis in March 2020, after 10 days
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