By Gabrielle Kassel, Nov 18, 2024 Taking semaglutide can lead to an imbalance in the vagina between the beneficial (or “good”) bacteria and the “bad” bacteria, which increases risk of vaginal infections (like bacterial vaginosis or yeast infections) and can lead to changes in vaginal odor, according to Kecia Gaither, M.D., a double board-certified physician of OB/GYN and maternal [...]
By Elizabeth Millard, Nov 14, 2024 What Causes Anemia in People With Breast Cancer? Many types of cancer, including breast cancer, can lead to anemia, says Kecia Gaither, M.D., an OB/GYN and director of perinatal services and maternal fetal medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx, NY. The lump in your breast is really [...]
By Valerie Williams, Sep 26, 2024 While side effects of levothyroxine are rare, overuse of the medication “can lead to negative impacts on the body’s homeostasis,” says Kecia Gaither, MD, a double board-certified OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine specialist and director of Perinatal Services/Maternal Fetal Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx. Overuse of thyroid medication [...]
By Wendy Wisner, Sep 24, 2024 Can you take Rinvoq while pregnant? You should not take Rinvoq while pregnant. “Rinvoq is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation,” says Kecia Gaither, MD, a double board-certified OB-GYN. Click HERE for the full article.
By Sarah Bradley, Sep 24, 2024 “Wegovy can potentially impact the menstrual cycle by causing rapid weight loss,” says Kecia Gaither, MD, an OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine specialist and director of Perinatal Services/Maternal Fetal Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx. “Significant weight loss can impact [the hormonal balance of estrogen and progesterone], leading to [...]
By Sarene Leeds, Sep 19, 2024 Tubular breasts occur when breast tissue doesn’t grow as it should during puberty, resulting in breasts that don’t have a round, full shape. Tubular breasts are considered a congenital anomaly, presenting in either one or both breasts, and affecting both men and women, explains Kecia Gaither, M.D., a double board-certified OB/GYN and [...]
By Gabrielle Kassel, Sep 18, 2024 Regulating your monthly bleed isn’t estrogen’s only job. The hormone also supports your heart, brain, and skin during all stages of your life. When estrogen levels are high, your skin churns out collagen and oil, two natural skin moisturizers, explains menopause specialist Kecia Gaither, M.D. “This drop in estrogen can [...]
By Heidi Borst, Sep 17, 2024 Can stress cause a UTI? Stress doesn’t directly cause UTIs, says Kecia Gaither, MD, a board-certified OB-GYN maternal-medicine physician and Director of Perinatal Services/Maternal-Fetal Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx. However, she says that it can trigger abnormally elevated levels of cortisol, which has a significant impact on immune function. During [...]
By Jessica Kasparian, Sep 17, 2024 For intense exercise, switch to a more supportive sports bra to avoid injuries. “Without adequate and proper support, the ligaments tissue in the breasts can stretch and become painful, particularly with strenuous exercise,” Kecia Gaither, MD, a double board-certified physician in obstetrics, gynecology, and maternal fetal medicine at NYC Health and Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx, [...]
By Leandra Beabout, Sep 15, 2024 Can you take Dupixent while pregnant? The short answer is: Maybe. Some healthcare providers prescribe Dupixent to pregnant women if the benefits outweigh the potential risks. However, “the drug has not undergone human studies to ascertain if its use is safe during pregnancy,” says Kecia Gaither, MD, double board-certified OB-GYN and the director [...]
