A plugged duct occurs when the milk passageways in the breast become blocked. Plugged ducts are a common problem associated with breastfeeding. They happen when the milk is not drained fully from the breast or when there is too much pressure inside the breast. Milk...
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What you need to know about Ovarian Cancer
By Jeffery Cherney, MD – Obstetrician/Gynecologist One of the most devastating diagnoses for women is ovarian cancer, a disease that affects the female reproductive organs. This disease can strike at any age, but is most commonly identified in women 50 or older....
The Key to Catching Some Zzzz’s: Insomnia During Menopause
By Dr. Elina Pfaffenbach If you are a woman around the ages of 45-55 and having trouble sleeping at night, menopause might be to blame. Having trouble sleeping at night, also known as insomnia, is very common for women around menopausal age. Menopause is defined as...
What You Need to Know About Urinary Tract Infections
By Connie Masak Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) are a common problem for women and can cause significant discomfort, if not treated properly. In fact, during reproductive years, women are 50 times more likely to have a UTI. Fortunately, the expert team at Women’s...
Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom and Baby
By Molly O’Neill Every new mother has the choice to decide if they want to breastfeed or formula feed their baby. It is important to understand all the facts before making a final decision especially since each mother and baby is different and requires different...
What to know before heading off to college
By Pa Kou Thao Heading off to college is such an exciting and scary time for young women, especially for those who are moving away from the comfort of home. In the young adult years, a woman’s body is still changing and there is so much to learn. Before heading...
Preparing for birth: Physically, Mentally and Socially
By Dr. Schmidt As a new mom-to-be, you are probably anxiously awaiting the arrival of your little bundle of joy. As we know, planning for a new baby can be a bit overwhelming. Not to worry, Women’s Health Specialists is here for you as you navigate this new...
Women’s Health Specialists patients can now pay their bills online
Women’s Health Specialists is happy to announce an easier and more convenient way for our patients to pay their bills online via the My ThedaCare portal. To pay your bill online please do the following: Go to mythedacare.com/login or download the MyThedaCare app in...
Do I need to worry about preeclampsia?
By Dr. Schmidt Many pregnant women have heard of preeclampsia, but few understand it unless it happens to them. Here at Women’s Health Specialists, we always want our patients to be well-educated and prepared for what may happen during pregnancy. Read on to learn...
Dr. Cherney sheds some light on infertility awareness
Dr. Cherney was recently on WHBY and WLUK to talk about infertility awareness. This is a difficult topic but also very important to talk about. Tune in below and call us at (920) 749-4000 if you think you may be suffering from infertility. There is hope! Listen...