Ep 103 Stop Telling Me It's 'In My Head’': It's NOT Hysteria with Author Karen Tang

Описание: Can birth control really cause infertility? Is the obsession with hormonal balance grounded in fact or fiction? Does hovering over a public toilet protect you from disease? Don’t let “medical” myths affect your health decisions!

Dr. Karen Tang, board certified OBGYN, founder of Thrive Gynecology and women’s health expert, is back for an eye-opening conversation that will tackle these questions and more, addressing the widespread misinformation about women’s health.

In this episode, Dr. Lora Shahine and Dr. Tang explore how social media influences health narratives, for bad and good. They also emphasize the importance of individualized care, empowering women to make informed choices about their health and well-being.

After this episode, you’ll have a deeper understanding of women's health topics, including painful periods, endometriosis, PCOS, and the myths surrounding tampons, fertility, and toilet etiquette. Learn why severe pain should never be dismissed, how to address "butt pain" during menstruation, and why patient advocacy is vital.

This episode is packed with actionable advice and empowering insights to help you take charge of your health.

In this episode you’ll hear:
[3:31] Birth control myths
[16:03] Understanding hormonal balance
[22:31] Do you have painful periods?
[27:34] The truth about tampons and endometriosis
[29:32] Public toilet etiquette: to hover or not to hover
[35:46] PCOS & the misconception of weight and symptoms
[38:04] Advocating for your health

Resources mentioned:
karentangmd.com
It’s Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Heath (But Were Never Told)
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ABOUT : Lora Shahine, MD, is a double board certified reproductive endocrinologist and OBGYN currently practicing at Pacific NW Fertility in Seattle, WA. Originally from North Carolina, Dr. Shahine graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biology from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and completed her training in medical school at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of California at San Francisco, and fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Stanford University.
As Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington and Director of the Center of Recurrent Pregnancy Loss at Pacific NW Fertility, she is committed to providing excellence in patient care, teaching the next generation of women’s healthcare providers, and continuing research in the fields of fertility and recurrent miscarriage. She has published over 75 peer-reviewed research projects and is an active member of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Seattle Gynecology Society, and the Babyquest Fertility Grant organization. Dr. Shahine is an accomplished author including 'Planting the Seeds of Pregnancy: An Integrative Approach to Fertility Care' and best-selling book, 'Not Broken: An Approachable Guide to Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.'
Whether through her research, books, lectures, or active social media presense Dr. Shahine is passionate about educating on reproductive health and supporting the feritlity community.

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