Author: Dr. Thomas R. Blake, MD

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are incredibly common, particularly among women. Many have heard anecdotal advice about wiping direction as a preventative measure – often, the…

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are incredibly common, particularly among women, often causing discomforting symptoms like burning sensations during urination, frequent urges to go, and cloudy…

Childbirth is arguably one of the most transformative experiences a woman can undergo, both physically and emotionally. While often celebrated as a beautiful culmination of…

Interstitial cystitis (IC), now more frequently referred to as bladder pain syndrome (BPS) due to evolving understandings of the condition, is a chronic condition causing…

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a frustratingly common issue for many women, but they pose a particularly significant challenge for female athletes. The demands of…

Sexual trauma is a deeply personal and often devastating experience with far-reaching consequences. While the emotional and psychological impacts are frequently recognized—anxiety, depression, PTSD—the physical…

Bladder inflammation, often manifesting as cystitis, is a frustratingly common issue for women. Its symptoms – frequent urination, a burning sensation during urination, pelvic discomfort,…

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are incredibly common, particularly among women, often causing discomforting symptoms like burning sensations during urination, frequent urges to go, and abdominal…

Urinary pain during or after intimacy is an unfortunately common experience for many women, yet it’s often shrouded in silence due to embarrassment or a…

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are incredibly common, particularly among women. Many experience them as an inconvenient nuisance, but recurring UTIs can significantly impact quality of…