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The HPV Vaccine protects against certain strains of the Human Papillomavirus that are linked to cervical cancer. It is recommended that girls ages 11-26 and boys ages 11-21 be administered the vaccine. The full vaccine is three injections administered over a 6 month period.

1. Bumps, sores, or warts near the mouth, anus, penis, or vagina.

2. Swelling or redness near the penis or vagina.

3. Skin rash.

4. Painful urination.

5. Weight loss, loose stools, night sweats.

6. Aches, pains, fever, and chills.

7. Yellowing of the skin (jaundice).

8. Discharge from the penis or vagina. Vaginal discharge may have an odor.

9. Bleeding from the vagina other than during a monthly period.

10. Painful sex.

11. Severe itching near the penis or vagina.

A STD is any disease that can be spread through sexual contact.

Common symptoms could include prolonged or abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding, lower belly pain, or pelvic bloating.

A uterine fibroid is a benign growth on your uterus.

Common symptoms include involunatry peeing while coughing, laughing, sneezing, or during physical activity.

Urinary Incontinence is the involuntary loss of bladder control.

Yes. Essure is a permanent form of sterilization. You should only undergo this procedure if you do not wish to have more children in the future.

Yes. Our team is experienced in managing high-risk pregnancies, including patients with pre-existing conditions, gestational diabetes, advanced maternal age, or complications. We provide advanced monitoring and collaborative care plans tailored to your needs.

At Raveco, we believe in continuity of care. We do our best to ensure that you see the same provider — or a small, consistent team — throughout your pregnancy, so you build trust and familiarity at every stage.

We recommend scheduling your first prenatal visit as soon as you know you're pregnant — ideally between 6–8 weeks gestation. Early care helps us monitor your health and your baby’s development from the very start.

For your mammogram: do not use body powder, cream, deodorant, or lotion on your chest the day of the test. These substances may interfere with the X-rays.You will be asked to stand in front of an X-ray machine. The mammography technologist will place your breast between two radiographic breast supports. The supports will be pressed together, gently flattening the breast. This may cause discomfort and it is recommended that if you are sensitive that you take advil or ibuprofen.

A mammogram is an x-ray image take of the breast. This exam is used to screen for breast cancer and other abnormalities. It is recommended that women 40 or older receive regular mammograms (at least once every year to two years). If you have had prior breast abnormalities or have a family history of breast cancer it is recommended that you undergo more frequent mammograms.