A breast cancer diagnosis is devastating. It shakes you to the core. It surrounds your mind with worry and concerns about the future. When you’re in the battle of your life, it’s natural to feel worried and even fearful. So how does breast cancer affect mental health? It’s at this time that taking care of […]
A miscarriage is one of the most traumatic things a woman can experience. It’s easy to feel lost and lonely after this tragedy. But you are not alone. About 30 percent of pregnancies end in miscarriages. However, that can be very little comfort when you’ve lost someone you love. We understand and are dedicated to […]
At Chapel Hill OBGYN, we’re pleased to be an OBGYN with in-house lab testing, offering not only convenience, but seamless care; our gynecologists in Durham and Chapel Hill are able to see a comprehensive profile of your overall health. Because we’re an OBGYN with in-house lab testing, you don’t have to go to several different […]
It’s a big step, but you’re ready. You’ve decided to begin the next chapter of your life: You’re ready to welcome a new family member. Several thoughts may run through your mind: What name will I give them? What type of birth plan will I have? How can I increase my chances of getting pregnant? […]
If one of our OBGYNs in Chapel Hill or Durham has said you need a hysteroscopy, you may have some questions about the procedure. We will always take time to answer your questions because we are partners in your care. For your convenience, we’ve compiled this list of some of the most frequently asked questions […]
If you’ve had an abnormal Pap smear, we may suggest a LEEP procedure. A Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (most often referred to as a LEEP) is one of our most common in-office procedures. We use it to gather tissue from the cervix to be tested for cancer. It’s also used to remove cancerous or precancerous […]
A healthy sex life is about much more than how often you “do it.” Sex is not only pleasurable, but it can also pave the way for other benefits to your overall health. Sex can serve as a stress release, help lower blood pressure, improve sleep, lift depression and help your immune system, according to […]
Exercise is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle. If you’re regularly exercising, we salute you. If you’re considering starting an exercise routine, we encourage you to do so. Patients often ask about exercise and fertility. For most women, it is not a major factor in their journey to get pregnant. However, in some instances, […]
Many women consider the third trimester the most challenging aspect of their pregnancy. As your body continues to change and your baby grows, you may find yourself physically exhausted and emotionally drained. We understand this, and we want to let you know that we’ve helped hundreds of area women through this final stretch of pregnancy […]
You’ve come to expect the best from our OBGYNs in Chapel Hill. After all, there’s a reason we’ve won so many Indy Awards for women’s care. But did you know you can also find gynecologists in Durham? We’d like to take a moment to introduce you to our stellar staff in our Southpoint office. We’ve […]
