Taboo Topics

That old saying of “no pain, no gain” is no good. Dr. Justin Thompson, a board-certified sports medicine physician in St. Petersburg with Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute, explains how to tell whether your body is breaking down faster than it can rebuild.

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Digestive noises — from burps to belly gurgles to farts — can be embarrassing. But what do they say about your inner health? Dr. Tanya Lopez, a board-certified gastroenterologist with Orlando Health, explains what they mean and when to worry.

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A surprising number of women are in the dark about the vulva with many confusing it and the vagina. Dr. Shelly Seward, a board-certified expert in gynecologic cancer at Orlando Health Cancer Institute, demystifies the area down there and explains why you need to check it out every month just like your breasts.

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Having to pee in the middle of the night can become a habit that’s heard to break. It also can be the sign of a serious health issue. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health, sorts it all out so you can get a good night’s sleep.

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Discover a woman’s number one sex organ and what other factors are driving your sex drive. Dr. Christine Greves, a board-certified OB-GYN with Orlando Health Women’s Institute, discusses how to understand and enhance sexual desire.

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Will my hernia explode? What’s mesh have to do with a hernia and why are there so many lawsuits? Despite being fairly common, hernias remain somewhat mysterious. Board-certified general surgeon Dr. Luke Elms of Orlando Health decodes the fact and fiction around hernias, and explores the odds of developing one.

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Whether too tight or too full, the vagina can impact your physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Kenneth Lee, a board-certified plastic surgeon with Orlando Health, discusses the options and benefits of vaginal rejuvenation.

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Traveling may seem like a relaxing alternative to the stress of daily life. But your body disagrees. Changing your everyday routine can trigger urinary tract infections (UTIs). Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health, explains what you can do to avoid UTIs while traveling.

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When your period is the deciding factor on whether you take a hike, a swim or a vacation, that’s a sure sign things are out of balance. Dr. Christine Greves, a board-certified OB-GYN with Orlando Health, explores reasons and options for your heavy period.

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Losing weight too quickly may lead to a buildup of thick digestive fluid called gallbladder sludge. You may not even know you have it until bouts of abdominal pain kick in and force a closer look. Board-certified general surgeon Dr. Luke Elms of Orlando Health discusses what happens next.

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If you can’t breathe after a nose job or one breast is lower than the other after a breast enhancement, chances are you’ve had a “botched” plastic surgery. Dr. Kenneth Lee, chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Orlando Health, explains how plastic surgery goes wrong and what can be done to fix it.

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Erectile dysfunction affects more than the geriatric set. Nearly 40% of men over age 40 may have a symptom of ED, says Orlando Health board-certified urologist Jamin Brahmbhatt, MD. Here’s what to look for and what to do if you think you have ED.

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The virus that causes cold sores and genital blisters is more common than you might expect. And there are some surprising ways it can be transmitted. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself — and your partner.

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Checking your poo in the loo can tell you a lot about your health. We decode what the color, texture and frequency of your bowel movements mean and flag the warning signs to watch for.

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If pain intrudes on your postcoital bliss, it could have many causes — from overwork to a medical emergency. Sexual health expert Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health Medical Group Urology, breaks down the possible causes and offers guidance on what men can do next.

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Bunions and hammertoes not only distort the shape of your feet, but they turn walking and shoe shopping into miserable experiences. What are your options for dealing with these unsightly and uncomfortable conditions?

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Young children who wet the bed feel guilt and shame. Those feelings are magnified when bedwetting occurs in the teen years. Pediatric urologist Benjamin Rhee, MD, of Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Taboo Topics host Mary Frances Emmons explore the causes and solutions.

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You’ve probably heard about hot flashes, but many other physical and emotional factors are linked to menopause. OB-GYN Christine Greves, MD, of Orlando Health Women’s Institute and Taboo Topics host Mary Frances Emmons explore some key aspects of menopause that most women don’t realize until it affects them.

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