IUD's are a very popular form of birth control. They are considered to be 99.2-99.9% effective in preventing pregnancy, but they do not prevent sexually transmitted diseases. The IUD is a small object that is...

So you’ve heard of an IUD (Intrauterine Device) and you know what it is for, but it is important to know the facts to help determine if it is the right birth control option...

The Mirena IUS The Mirena coil arrived on the scene with promises of preventing pregnancy through the active ingredient levonorgestrel. It is an intrauterine system; a coil that also releases the synthetic form of progesterone....

Mirena is a type of intrauterine device (IUD) that's inserted into the uterus by a health care professional to help reduce the chance of pregnancy. It contains low doses of progestin, a hormone similar...

In our section devoted to Mirena and other forms of IUDs and ICUDs, get the information you need to decide if this form of birth control is right for your lifestyle and your body. Mirena is a...

Because it is so easy to use and effective, the birth control pill is a popular contraceptive choice among many women. However, there are a number of different pill brands out there. Find out...

Since the symptoms of fallopian cancer are similar to ovarian cancer and uterine cancer it can become quite tricky to detect and diagnosis whether someone has fallopian cancer. If you experience any of the symptoms of fallopian cancer,...

A Little Biology Lesson The fallopian tubes are part of the female reproductive anatomy.  They are two tubes attached to either side of the top end of the uterus.  Each tube ends at or near...