By Bonnie Azoulay Elmann, Aug 4, 2022 There are a few types of ovarian cysts and most regress on their own. But some can become large, cause a distended belly and require surgery. Kecia Gaither, M.D., a board-certified OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine expert in the Bronx, New York, explained the different types of cysts: Physiologic ovarian cysts. They generally [...]
By Helen Massy, Aug 4, 2022 Research indicates that individuals suffering from migraine headaches have an increased risk of coronary artery disease and stroke, said Kecia Gaither, M.D., board-certified in OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine and director of perinatal services/maternal-fetal medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx in New York City. Migraines are common among women, with reproductive-age [...]
By Helen Massy, Aug 2, 2022 Transvaginal mesh is a synthetic, net-like material that is used to provide support in repairing weakened or damaged tissue, explained Kecia Gaither, M.D., board-certified in OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine, and director of perinatal services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx in New York City. "There are animal-derived types of mesh which [...]
By Sydni Ellis, July 22, 2022 It's also possible that your pregnancy is depressing your immune system, said Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, double board-certified in OB-GYN and maternal fetal medicine, and director of Perinatal Services at NYC Health and Hospitals/Lincoln. "Thus, the body becomes more sensitive to allergens," she told POPSUGAR. Click HERE for the full article.
By Izzie Price, July 21, 2022 Kecia Gaither, M.D., director of perinatal services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx in New York City, described a migraine as a "severe throbbing headache" and said aura involves sensory disturbances, coupled with possible nausea and vomiting. Click HERE for the full article.
By Kaitlin Vogel, 7/19/22 “There are many extraneous variables that didn't appear to be considered, like how many women had fibroids, polyps, were stressed, were in early stages of pregnancy, and so on,” says Dr. Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, MS/MBA, FACOG, double board-certified in OB/GYN at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx. “One has to consider response bias [...]
By Karla Walsh and Jo Yurcaba, July 15, 2022 Are you experiencing cramps about 14 days from your period? Ovulation is likely the cause. "Cramping/back pain occurs as the uterus begins its shedding of the lining," says Dr. Kecia Gaither, a double board-certified OB-GYN and director of perinatal services at NYC Health + Hospitals. Products known as prostaglandins are released [...]
By Eileen Bailey, July 14, 2022 “It’s an interesting report, but they are anecdotal findings. However, many extraneous variables weren’t considered, such as how many women had polyps, fibroids, were stressed, postmenopausal with new onset bleeding, or were in the early stages of pregnancy,” said Dr. Kecia Gaither, MPH, double board-certified in OB/GYN and maternal fetal medicine and [...]
By Tiffancy Eve Lawrence, July 14, 2022 And since it’s not just physical healing that’s taking place in the days after a miscarriage, consider certain foods that may help your emotional wellness. People who have suffered a miscarriage can have myriad sentiments — numbness, guilt, sadness, depression, or even anger, says Dr. Kecia Gaither, M.D., OB-GYN and Director of Perinatal [...]
By Jaclyn Voran, July 7, 2022 Dr. Gaither explained that postpartum incontinence typically occurs when you perform a forceful action like coughing or sneezing, or a physical activity like running and jumping—which would fall into the SUI category. And while it tends to resolve within a year, a small percentage of women may still have symptoms up [...]
