January 12, 2021
Embracing Your Sexual Health + Entrepreneurship with Lovability Inc.
Pandia Health recently had the honor of hosting a collaboration event between Dr. Sophia Yen, CEO and co-founder of Pandia Health, and Maureen Pollack, co-founder of Lovability Inc., a company that seeks to inspire women to commit to pursuing their sexual desires. In case you missed it or simply want more information about the topics […]
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December 20, 2020
Milky White Discharge: What You Need to Know About Healthy Cervical Mucus
Clear discharge should not be cause for concern. During your ovulation week, you might experience some clear discharge, but it might also happen during periods of sexual excitement, exercising, menopause, etc. If you have a uterus, you have likely experienced a little something called cervical mucus (a.k.a. benign discharge) which shows up as vaginal discharge. […]
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November 26, 2020
Why Access to Birth Control is Fundamental
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Birth control serves many different purposes in addition to preventing pregnancy. According to Planned Parenthood’s Ask the Experts page, methods such as the pill and the patch offer numerous benefits including, but not limited to, clearer skin, lighter periods, and improved […]
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November 3, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team The 2020 presidential election is turning out to be one of the most contentious moments in United States political history. Election Day, which takes place on Tuesday, November 3rd, is right around the corner, and we are here to arm you […]
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June 17, 2020
22 PCOS-Friendly Recipes to Help Relieve Symptoms
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Varuska Patni. Updated on OCtober 4, 2022 Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal health condition that impacts 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. PCOS is characterized by hormonal imbalances of reproductive hormones (like estrogen and testosterone) and hormones that regulate other bodily functions […]
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June 28, 2019
Starting birth control: 6 tips for your first-time taking birth control pills
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team. Updated on February 16, 2021 First time taking the birth control pill newbie and have no idea where to start? Wondering how to start your pills? Look no further! Dr. Sophia Yen, co-founder of Pandia Health, broke down some of the top […]
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December 10, 2021
Acne can be hard to treat, but birth control pills can help! Acne is a skin condition, where hair follicles on your face and other parts of your body are blocked because of oil and/or dead skin cells. Acne affects 51% of women in their 20s, and more have experienced acne at some previous point […]
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August 25, 2021
How to Get Birth Control Online
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team You’ve decided you want to start birth control, WOOHOO! You’ve come to the right place! The next step is to figure out how to get it. Spoiler alert: some methods are quicker and more convenient than others. The “traditional way” to […]
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June 22, 2021
How to Stop a Pimple from Forming
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Picture this: you’re in middle school and you reach the age of puberty where hormones begin to rage. One day you begin to see red dots appear on your skin. As you progress through highschool, you try everything from creams to […]
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June 8, 2021
Tretinoin Cream Before and After: Benefits of Retin-A for Acne & Aging
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Spending time under the sun can be relaxing, but not always for your skin! As we approach the summer months, you may want to reconsider your skincare routine in addition to your vacation plans. With so many products on the market, […]
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September 25, 2021
Spironolactone Acne Medication Treatment Option: Here’s What You Need to Know
What is spironolactone? (Aldactone) Spironolactone is a diuretic. A diuretic is a medication pill that helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. What is spironolactone used for? Usually, it’s prescribed to prevent high blood pressure and heart failure, but it can also be used to help treat hormonal acne. It primarily treats […]
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February 19, 2021
How long does it take for tretinoin to work?
Written by Pandia Health’s Editorial Team. You may start noticing results form using tretinoin after 2-3 weeks but it usually takes 6 or more weeks to experience the full effects. Tired of seeing acne when you look in the mirror? Acne can affect your self-esteem and, over time, may cause permanent physical scarring. Tretinoin is […]
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