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Even though most women know to expect menopause sometime in their 40s or 50s (average age is 52), determining when menopause is actually beginning can be difficult. Knowing what symptoms to expect is a good way to get a general idea of where your body is on its own “menopause...

Vaginal dryness is a common problem for women as they get older. That’s because with age comes a drop in estrogen levels, and estrogen is necessary for maintaining the natural lubricants that keep the vagina healthy. When estrogen levels decline, our bodies don’t produce as much of these natural lubricants,...

Back in the day, menopause was sometimes referred to as “the change of life,” and for good reason. Although today, the nickname might sound a little old-fashioned, menopause does usher in major life changes — some positive and some that can be a little challenging. Most women know menopause means...

Every day one million people contract a sexually transmitted disease with a staggering 376 million becoming infected every year, sometimes without them even knowing it or showing symptoms. With numbers like these, it’s concerning that more people, especially women, aren’t making regular STD testing a staple when it comes to...

Abnormal bleeding impacts more women than you might realize. Upwards of 35% of women struggle with the condition, but most don't report their symptoms or seek a medical professional for evaluation or treatment.  If you’re one of the millions of women who experience abnormal bleeding, it’s important you see our...

Getting older tends to have a bad reputation, but there’s a lot to be said for those gray hairs. You have more experience to rely on, stories to tell, and wisdom to share.  Of course, there are a few downsides to aging. Your joints creak and ache and your skin...

Taking care of yourself while you’re pregnant can be a challenge even in the best conditions. If your due date falls in the summer or early fall, the hot temperatures might make it even harder to stay healthy and comfortable. Dr. Patricia Brougher at Bluebonnet OB/GYN is dedicated to supporting...

Everyone has an opinion on birth control. From your family and friends to posts on the internet, it’s easy to become misinformed. Fortunately, our experts can clear up the contraceptive confusion. At Bluebonnet OB/GYN, Dr. Patricia Brougher and our team specialize in educating you on birth control so you can...

Well-woman exams are often associated with poking, prodding, and a general invasion of your physical privacy. While there is some truth to that, these exams go far beyond the uncomfortable investigations.  Your first exam can be especially awkward if you’re not sure what to expect. Fortunately, we’re here to prepare...

Every day on social media you see someone showing off their toned body after a workout or soaking up the sun in a bathing suit you can only dream of wearing. It doesn’t have to be this way anymore. You can get the body you’ve always wanted without extreme measures...

A hysterectomy is one of the most common surgeries for women in the United States — about 600,000 hysterectomies are performed each year. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) provides many guidelines to help practitioners determine when hysterectomies are appropriate and when a wait-and-see approach is best.  Because...

You have lots of options when it comes to choosing a safe and effective method of birth control. But, if you’re not sure what’s going to work best for your life, having so many options can be a bit of a double-edged sword. Choosing a birth control method is an...

When you go through menopause, your body undergoes significant physical changes as your menstrual cycles, and your ability to get pregnant naturally, end. During this time, your body’s hormones fluctuate, and your natural production of estrogen and progesterone declines. Along with annoying physical symptoms, these hormonal fluctuations also cause many...

Your annual women’s wellness exams are designed to ensure that your reproductive health is in good order, so it’s understandable that you may feel concerned if your Pap smear results are abnormal. However, abnormal results are fairly common and not necessarily cause for panic. But they do provide us with...

Being pregnant for the first time is an exciting and exhilarating experience. If you have women in your life who have had children, they’ve probably shared stories about their pregnancies, but it’s a whole different thing when you’re the one who’s expecting. Dr. Patricia K. Brougher and nurse practitioner Laurita...

More and more women are choosing an IUD for their birth control, compared to other methods such as pills or condoms. The IUD is a small copper device that a doctor inserts into your uterus. It can be left in for years at a time, and is easily removable. On...

Menopause can bring many changes. While menopause affects every woman differently, many women develop vaginal atrophy — also known as genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) — because of their changing hormones. This condition can make sex painful. If this condition sounds familiar, the MonaLisa Touch® may be able to help...

In Greek mythology, Morpheus was the god of dreams. As his name implies, he could shape and form the dreams of mortals. Aptly named for its ability to reshape your face, neck, and other areas of your body without surgery, Morpheus8 aesthetic treatments have the power to remodel your skin...

Double chins may be adorable on babies, but they tend to become much less desirable for grown men and women. Here at Bluebonnet OB/GYN, upholding our commitment to offer the San Antonio community the latest technology and highest standard of women’s health care, Dr. Patricia K. Brougher and nurse practitioner...

Putting yourself first and having “me time” isn’t always something that comes easily to women who focus on their families and take care of others. Here at Bluebonnet OB/GYN in San Antonio, we believe it’s important for women of all ages to carve out time in their day to do...