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July 2007

To maintain your optimal health, make sure an annual visit to a gyencologist is on your calendar. In addition to a breast exam and Pap smear - two all-important screening tests for breast and cervical cancer - it's a good opportunity to talk about any symptoms of concern.

If your body is telling you that something is not quite right, don't be shy about asking for answers. Many gynecologic conditions are far more common than you may realize, and today's women have greatly improved options for treatment. Keep reading to find out more.

Feature Story: Gynecologic Symptoms

Learn about six specific symptoms you should discuss with your doctor.

Ask a Cedars-Sinai Physician: Fibroids

Dr. Marc Friedman shares his expertise on the subject of uterine fibroid embolization - an innovative treatment that delivers relief from symptomatic fibroids.

In the News: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Cedars-Sinai researchers are exploring the genetic basis for PCOS, a condition which is among the most common causes of infertility.

Featured Link: Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

If you've been told you need a hysterectomy or myomectomy, do your homework first. Learn more about minimally invasive options offered at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

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