Your Health Resources
The Following patient information has been developed for women and their families by the American College Of Obstetrics and Gynecology. There is an abundance of pertinent information that you may access. Please select from the Health Resources items noted in this section.
Contraception
Birth Control (2007) (AB020 -- English) (SB020 -- Spanish)
Sterilization for Women and Men (2005) (AP011)
The Intrauterine Device (2007) (AP014) (SP014 -- Spanish)
Birth Control Pills (2006) (AP021)
Postpartum Sterilization (2003) (AP052) (SP052 -- Spanish)
Emergency Contraception (2007) (AP114)
Hormonal Contraception -- Injections, Implants, Rings, and Patches (2007) (AP159) (SP159 -- Spanish)
Especially For Teens
Growing Up -- Especially for Teens (2007) (AP041 -- English) (SP041 -- Spanish)
You and Your Sexuality -- Especially for Teens (2006) (AP042) (SP042 -- Spanish)
Menstruation -- Especially for Teens (2007) (AP049) (SP049 -- Spanish)
Having a Baby -- Especially for Teens (2007) (AP103 -- English) (SP103 -- Spanish)
Birth Control -- Especially for Teens (2007) (AP112) (SP112 -- Spanish)
Your First Gyn Visit -- Especially for Teens (2008) (AP150) (SP150 -- Spanish)
Infections
How to Prevent Sexually Transmitted Diseases (2008) (AP009 -- English) (SP009 -- Spanish)
Vaginitis: Causes and Treatments (2005) (AP028)
Urinary Tract Infections (2008) (AP050) (SP050 -- Spanish)
Genital Herpes (2008) (AP054) (SP054 -- Spanish)
Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and Syphilis (2000) (AP071) (SP071 -- Spanish)
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Infection (2006) (AP073) (SP073 -- Spanish)
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (2004) (AP077)
Infertility
Evaluating Infertility (2007) (AP136) (SP136 -- Spanish)
Treating Infertility (2007) (AP137) (SP137 -- Spanish)
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (2007) (AP121) (SP121 -- Spanish)
Hysterosalpingography (2010) (AP143) (SP143 -- Spanish)
Hysteroscopy (2008) (AP084) (SP084 -- Spanish)
Laparoscopy (2009) (AP061) (SP061 -- Spanish)
Ultrasound Exams (2006) (AP025)
Abnormal Bleeding
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (2008) (AP095) (SP095 -- Spanish)
Perimenopausal Bleeding and Bleeding After Menopause (2010) (AP162) (SP162 -- Spanish)
Cancer of the Uterus (2008) (AP097) (SP097 -- Spanish)
Hysteroscopy (2008) (AP084) (SP084 -- Spanish)
Dilation and Curettage (D & C) (2005) (AP062)
Endometrial Ablation (2009) (AP134) (SP134 -- Spanish)
Hysterectomy (2006) (BP008 -- English) (SP008 -- Spanish)
Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy (2000) (AP140) (SP140 -- Spanish)
Ultrasound Exams (2006) (AP025)
Colposcopy (2009) (AP135) (SP135 -- Spanish)
Pelvic Pain
Endometriosis (2008) (AP013) (SP013 -- Spanish)
Pain During Intercourse (1999) (AP020) (SP020 -- Spanish)
Dysmenorrhea (2006) (AP046) (SP046 -- Spanish)
Vulvodynia (2007) (AP127) (SP127 -- Spanish)
Bowel Control Problems (2008) (AP139) (SP139 -- Spanish)
Ultrasound Exams (2006) (AP025)
Laparoscopy (2009) (AP061) (SP061 -- Spanish)
Hysteroscopy (2008) (AP084) (SP084 -- Spanish)
Bladder Problems
Pelvic Support Problems (2004) (AP012)
Urinary Incontinence (2005) (AP081)
Surgery for Urinary Incontinence (2006) (AP166) (SP166 -- Spanish)
Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy (2000) (AP140) (SP140 -- Spanish)
Hysterectomy (2006) (BP008 -- English) (SP008 -- Spanish)
Abnormal Pap Test
Understanding Abnormal Pap Test Results (2009) (AP161) (SP161 -- Spanish)
Cancer of the Cervix (2004) (AP163) (SP163 -- Spanish)
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Infection (2006) (AP073) (SP073 -- Spanish)
Cancer
Cancer of the Ovary (2007) (AP096) (SP096 -- Spanish)
Cancer of the Uterus (2008) (AP097) (SP097 -- Spanish)
Cancer of the Cervix (2004) (AP163) (SP163 -- Spanish)
Reducing Your Risk of Cancer (2006) (AP007) (SP007 -- Spanish)
Detecting and Treating Breast Problems (2004) (AP026)
Breast Problems
Detecting and Treating Breast Problems (2004) (AP026)
Fibrocystic Breast Changes (2000) (AP138) (SP138 -- Spanish)
Mammography (2008) (AP076 -- English) (SP076 -- Spanish)
Breast Self-Exam (2009) (AP145) (SP145 -- Spanish)
Cyst, Fibroids, and Other Problems
Premenstrual Syndrome (2010) (AP057) (SP057 -- Spanish)
Uterine Fibroids (2009) (AP074) (SP074 -- Spanish)
Ovarian Cysts (2009) (AP075) (SP075 -- Spanish)
Preparing for Surgery (1999) (AP080) (SP080 -- Spanish)
Disorders of the Vulva (2007) (AP088) (SP088 -- Spanish)
Bowel Control Problems (2008) (AP139) (SP139 -- Spanish)
Ultrasound Exams (2006) (AP025)
Women's Health
The Pap Test (2009) (AP085) (SP085 -- Spanish)
Mammography (2008) (AP076 -- English) (SP076 -- Spanish)
Reducing Your Risk of Cancer (2006) (AP007) (SP007 -- Spanish)
Midlife Transitions: A Guide to Approaching Menopause (2003) (AB013)
Exercise and Fitness (2006) (AP045) (SP045 -- Spanish)
The Menopause Years (2007) (AP047 -- English) (SP047 -- Spanish)
Osteoporosis (2007) (AP048 -- English) (SP048 -- Spanish)
Weight Control: Eating Right and Keeping Fit (2006) (AP064) (SP064 -- Spanish)
It's Time to Quit Smoking (2000) (AP065) (SP065 -- Spanish)
Hormone Therapy (2007) (AP066) (SP066 -- Spanish)
Alcohol and Women (2000) (AP068) (SP068 -- Spanish)
HIV and Women (2008) (AP082) (SP082 -- Spanish)
Domestic Violence (2008) (AP083 -- English) (SP083 -- Spanish)
Cholesterol and Your Health (2004) (AP101)
Depression (2008) (AP106 -- English) (SP106 -- Spanish)
Problems of the Digestive System (2006) (AP120) (SP120 -- Spanish)
Keeping Your Heart Healthy (2004) (AP122)
Managing High Blood Pressure (1998) (AP123) (SP123 -- Spanish)
Protecting Yourself Against Hepatitis B (1998) (AP125) (SP125 -- Spanish)
Thyroid Disease (2002) (AP128) (SP128 -- Spanish)
Healthy Eating (2006) (AP130) (SP130 -- Spanish)
Diabetes and Women (2005) (AP142)
Breast Self-Exam (2009) (AP145) (SP145 -- Spanish)
Herbal Products for Menopause (2003) (AP158) (SP158 -- Spanish)
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (2007) (AP167) (SP167 -- Spanish)
Staying Healthy at All Ages (2006) (AB006 -- English) (SB006 -- Spanish)
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