Recurrent pregnancy loss exacts a devastating emotional toll on patients’ lives. Each miscarriage brings with it a profound sense of loss and frustration. While hormonal, uterine, immune system, and chromosomal abnormalities are widely accepted as possible causes of repeat miscarriages, the latest studies point to a new area of investigation – inherited blood clotting factors. Read the rest of this entry »

Acne is perhaps the most common of all skin conditions, particularly in young adults and teenagers. While acne is usually little more than an embarrassing nuisance, severe cases of acne can result in some of the pimples becoming cystic, which can be quite painful. Read the rest of this entry »

Obese postmenopausal women who have never used hormone replacement therapy may face an increased risk of ovarian cancer, compared to normal-weight women, a new study suggests.

Interestingly, obese women who have used hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for symptoms of menopause may not face increased risk for this type of malignancy. Read the rest of this entry »