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Embarrassing questions and communication illustration

Your embarrassing questions answered! By Harold Boutté Jr., MD   Q: I’m having some, um, issues with, uh, pooping. Is what I’m experiencing normal? How do I talk to my doctor about it? A: Strong-smelling farts and accidents during the night while sleeping are the most common bowel issues people are embarrassed to talk about. Without question, not […]

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Female patient expressing sexual concerns to doctor who appears uncomfortable

Your embarrassing questions answered! By Dhara Bhakta, MD   Q: How can I talk to my medical providers about my sexual concerns or issues? A: Talking to medical providers about sexual health concerns isn’t something most people relish. To be honest, most medical providers are just as uncomfortable talking about sex as their patients are. There are […]