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Things like stress, heated styling and other health conditions may cause you to lose more hair than normal
Vaginal dryness, cervicitis, infections or other cervical issues could be the culprit
Fertility drops as you age, but you can still get pregnant in perimenopause
An anti-inflammatory diet, regular exercise and heat therapy can all help — but severe pain may require medical treatment
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This chronic condition most commonly causes pelvic pain and severe cramping during periods, but it can bring other types of pain symptoms, too
Tampons are discreet and versatile — change them regularly and avoid scented products
A pelvic exam is an overall gynecological physical exam that sometimes includes a Pap smear to screen for cervical cancer
Very light bleeding halfway through your cycle is common and usually harmless
Hormonal changes during your period, pregnancy and more can contribute to hives
A little caffeine is OK during pregnancy, but it’s best to limit consumption of coffee and other caffeinated items
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