Entries by MacArthur Medical Center

No One Likes Taking Birth Control

We just like sex more than abstinence Every day I discuss contraception with patients. While some want contraception for specific beneficial side effects like lighter periods or hormonal balance, more often than not, patients request birth control to prevent pregnancy.

Are You At Risk for Chlamydia?

An expert guide to playing it safe What is Chlamydia? Chlamydia is the most common bacterial sexually transmitted disease in the United States. It is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. It is a major cause of infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and pelvic pain.