Burning When You Pee: Could It Be a UTI or an STI?
Burning during urination, medically known as dysuria, is most often caused by a urinary tract infection, but it can also be a sign of a sexually transmitted infection or another condition entirely. The two cannot be reliably told apart by symptoms alone, which is exactly why testing matters more than guessing. This guide walks through […]
Dizziness After Abortion Pill: What’s Normal and What’s Not
Feeling dizzy after taking the abortion pill is one of the more common experiences people report during medication abortion recovery. For most people it is temporary, mild, and directly linked to how the medications affect the body. But because dizziness can sometimes signal something that needs attention, knowing the difference between a normal response and […]
Vaginal Discharge: When Is It Normal and When Should You Get Tested?
Vaginal discharge is something most people with a vagina experience throughout their life. It is the body’s way of keeping the vaginal environment clean, balanced, and healthy. Most of the time, discharge is completely normal. But changes in color, smell, texture, or amount can sometimes signal that something needs attention. This article explains what normal […]
Headache After Abortion Pill: Causes, Relief and Red Flags
A headache after taking the abortion pill is a common experience for many people, and in most cases it is mild and temporary. It is usually linked to hormonal changes, the body’s response to the medication, or factors like dehydration and stress. In rare cases, a severe or persistent headache combined with other symptoms can […]
Think You Were Exposed to an STI? What to Do Next
Finding out you may have been exposed to a sexually transmitted infection can feel alarming. Whether a partner disclosed a positive diagnosis, you had unprotected sex, or a condom broke, knowing what to do in the hours and days that follow makes a real difference to your health and to the health of anyone you […]
Fever After Abortion Pill: When to Call a Doctor
A low-grade fever in the hours after taking misoprostol, the second medication in the abortion pill process is a recognized and common side effect, not automatically a sign that something is wrong. However, a fever that is too high, lasts too long, or appears at the wrong time in your recovery can signal a complication […]
When Should You See a Women’s Primary Care Provider?
You should see a women’s primary care provider for annual wellness visits, reproductive health screenings, new or ongoing symptoms, contraception management, and any health concern specific to your body that you are not sure where else to take. Many women are uncertain about when a visit is truly necessary, or they delay care because they […]
Chills After Misoprostol: Normal Side Effect or Infection?
Chills and shaking after taking misoprostol are very common and, in most cases, a completely expected side effect of the medication rather than a sign of infection. Misoprostol is known to cause a strong physical response in many people, and chills and sometimes intense ones are part of that response. That said, chills can also […]
What Are the Most Common Birth Control Side Effects?
Birth control is one of the most widely used categories of medication in the world and like any medication, it can cause side effects. Most are mild and temporary. Some improve after the first few months. Others are worth discussing with a provider sooner rather than later. This article covers what side effects are commonly […]
Diarrhea After Misoprostol: How Long It Lasts and What Helps
You take misoprostol and soon develop diarrhea. It’s uncomfortable, unexpected, and can leave you wondering whether something is wrong. If this is happening to you right now, here’s the short answer before anything else: diarrhea after misoprostol is a common, expected side effect for many people, and on its own, it is not a sign […]