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When you suffer from pelvic pain, it can be embarrassing to speak up about it and seek the care you need. Too many women ignore pelvic pain, even once the pain becomes chronic. Coping with the detrimental impacts of chronic pain on your personal life, professional goals, and other interests...

Is it important that your birth control be highly effective? If you answer yes, you should know more about the benefits of intrauterine devices (IUDs). In addition to being low-hassle and invisible, IUDs work extremely well at preventing pregnancy. Dr. Leonardo Longoria and our team at Longoria OBGYN in El...

After menopause, you no longer have a monthly menstrual cycle and can no longer become pregnant. Most women go through menopause in their 50s. Often, menopause involves symptoms that intrude on your well-being. Some symptoms, like hot flashes and mood swings, are widely known.  Menopause can also cause more surprising...

Did you know that late-life surprise pregnancy is relatively common? Often, as women’s bodies near perimenopause and menopause, a window opens when it’s relatively easy to conceive and become pregnant. You may have raised children earlier in life or focused on other parts of your life during your youth. Now...

Birth control comes in many forms, all of which have benefits and drawbacks, depending on your lifestyle and needs. At Longoria OBGYN in El Paso, Texas, Dr. Leonardo Longoria recommends birth control for women’s health needs like preventing unwanted pregnancy, regulating your menstrual cycle, and even dealing with symptoms of...

It’s not that you aren’t interested in sex — at least in theory. But maybe you never feel “in the mood” anymore, or find that when you try, vaginal dryness creates friction, leading to unsatisfying experiences. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Many women experience unwanted declines in...

Ideally, every wanted pregnancy ends with a healthy baby born to healthy parents. However, during pregnancy, risk factors can threaten maternal and fetal health. That’s why it’s so important to seek top-quality OBGYN support throughout your pregnancy. From Longoria OBGYN in El Paso, Texas, experienced OBGYN Dr. Leonardo A. Longoria...

To protect you from cervical cancer, experienced OB/GYN Dr. Leonardo A. Longoria recommends that you follow official guidelines for cervical cancer screening. Dr. Longoria and his team at Longoria OBGYN provide Pap smears and other women’s health care from their easy-to-access location in El Paso, Texas. Are you unsure if...

It’s never a great time to get a yeast infection. But, the worst time to feel that telltale damp, itchy feeling is right after you’ve recovered from a prior yeast infection. Did you know that around 8% of women experience more than four recurring yeast infections a year? For patients...

When your pregnancy is affected by gestational diabetes, it’s important to have all the facts. This condition, which is often only temporary, can pose serious problems for both you and your developing fetus. At Longoria OBGYN, experienced women’s health care provider Dr. Leonardo A. Longoria provides expert care and treatment...

While polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects more women than you might realize — one out of every 10 women of childbearing age — the sad truth is that this condition isn’t fully preventable. However, if you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS, there’s a lot you can do to improve your life...

Endometriosis affects more people than you might realize. This condition leads to symptoms like painful menstrual periods (dysmenorrhea) or pelvic pain, and results from improper growth of uterine tissue. Patches of endometrium, the tissue that lines your uterus, grow in other internal locations in your pelvis, shedding when monthly hormonal...

Ultrasound technology forms a cornerstone of OBGYN care, letting your care team learn more about the interior of your body without invasive surgery. At Longoria OBGYN in El Paso, Texas, Dr. Leonardo Longoria uses ultrasounds for many medical and diagnostic purposes related to your care. Why might Dr. Longoria suggest...

As women get older, hormonal and biological changes occur that signal the end of reproductive fertility. When it’s been 12 months since you’ve had a menstrual cycle, you’re in menopause. Hormonal changes take place during perimenopause, the period before menopause is complete, as well. Menopause is a normal part of...

You deserve to feel the best you can in your intimate areas, including your vulva and vagina. If you experience vaginal issues like dryness, irritation, or vaginal laxness, take the problem seriously and find out what you can do to improve your quality of life. You’re worth it! Experienced obstetrician...

Ultrasound technology provides rapid, pain-free imaging of the inside of your body, and is an essential tool for obstetricians and gynecologists. Experienced OB/GYN Dr. Leonardo Longoria at Longoria OBGYN in El Paso, Texas, provides traditional ultrasounds and transvaginal ultrasounds for a variety of treatment needs. If you need a transvaginal...

Pregnancy is a natural process, but that doesn’t mean you should skimp on pregnancy-related health care. Many complications can occur during pregnancy, risking the health of mothers and new babies on the way.  And, expert prenatal care gives you the benefit of expert advice and supervision as you go through...

Endometriosis is a surprisingly common condition, affecting many women who don’t even realize they have it. When you have endometriosis, patches of endometrial tissue grow in internal areas of your abdomen outside your uterus. One of the most recognizable symptoms of endometriosis? Pain. You might experience unusually painful menstrual periods...

In the majority of cases, staying active is important during pregnancy. If your pregnancy is healthy, you should plan on at least 2-3 hours of moderate-intensity activity each week. But, as summer weather starts to get warmer, you might find exercising while pregnant increasingly uncomfortable, or even start to wonder...

Menopause affects such a large portion of the population — nearly all women, as well as some people assigned female at birth — that it’s surprising so many myths remain in circulation. Do you have the real facts when it comes to menopause? Dr. Leonardo Longoria and the team at...

Sun damage, dark spots, and hyperpigmentation all document time and wear-and-tear on areas of your skin like your face, hands, and neck. With laser skin treatments, you can resurface these areas, exposing fresh new layers of undamaged skin. And, laser skin therapy is minimally invasive, without extensive risks or downtime....

Pregnancy puts unique stresses on your mental health. You might need to change your lifestyle or behaviors during your pregnancy. And then there are worries about the future! The new set of associated stresses and pressures that come with pregnancy can be complex to handle, especially if you have had...

You wake up in the middle of the night feeling wet, cold, clammy, and uncomfortable. Your nightclothes, the bedding, and even your hair seem drenched in sweat. You don’t feel refreshed by the sweat, and there’s no apparent reason you would have been getting too hot. What’s going on with...

Varicose veins are visible purple or blue veins beneath your skin. Varicose veins may look like branching shapes or appear similar to spider webs. You’re most likely to see varicose veins on your legs and lower body, especially as you get older. If you have visible varicose veins, you might...

At night, you want to remain comfortable so that you can sleep deeply until morning and wake up fresh and rested. Night sweats definitely make that difficult! Menopause is a common cause of night sweats, but other conditions, and even some medications, can cause this troublesome symptom as well. At...

Being in control of your reproductive health is important for your physical, mental, and emotional wellness. There are many reasons why preventing unintended pregnancy is beneficial to you, your life, and the others who share it with you.  At Longoria OBGYN of El Paso, Texas, Dr. Leonardo Longoria and his team share a strong...

As you age, changes in the surface and deep layers of your skin result in visible differences. With today’s cosmetic anti-aging options, you can take control of your own aging process, maintaining the appearance that makes you feel most comfortable. At Longoria OBGYN in El Paso, Texas, Dr. Leonardo Longoria...

After months of hoping, waiting, and dreaming, your baby is finally here! But that doesn’t mean your life is any less transformed by your newborn’s needs. In place of pregnancy-related concerns, a whole new list of new-parent (or new-again parent) questions and care needs starts to take up more and more...

Many factors, from aging to sun exposure, can cause visible flaws and imperfections in your skin. Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and is also what people tend to see first when you’re moving around the world, so it makes sense that you want to take excellent care of...

At Longoria OBGYN, Dr. Leonardo Longoria and his team are here to support you when issues emerge with your reproductive and gynecological organs. We're committed to offering high-quality women's health care and support.  Dr. Longoria provides care, including diagnosis and treatment of potential women's health issues like ovarian cysts, for new and existing patients from...

Your menstrual cycle takes place about once a month, but for some people, irregular periods occur unpredictably at almost random intervals. It’s not just an inconvenience for your clothing plans when you can’t predict when your period is coming. If you’re tracking your fertility, either in order to conceive or...

Botox® is one of our most popular cosmetic treatment options at Longoria OBGYN. Dr. Leonardo A. Longoria and his team can use targeted Botox injections to give you a more youthful appearance, hiding facial lines and wrinkles. Botox injections can even help people who suffer from chronic migraines! Botox is a safe and effective...

Menopause is defined as the time in your life when it’s been a whole year since your last menstrual period. At that point, your ovaries have stopped releasing eggs for good, and have produced most of their store of the hormone estrogen. Perimenopause is the period in the years before you...

Women’s reproductive systems are complex, and can be vulnerable to infection and post-infection inflammatory issues. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an inflammation of women’s reproductive organs that can result from untreated sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or other infections that are not sexually transmitted. PID can cause chronic pelvic pain and...

Endometriosis can put you through a lot of pain, including painful menstrual periods and pelvic pain. Did you know that endometriosis can also damage your fertility? If you have or have had endometriosis, and you want to become pregnant, talk to expert OBGYN Dr. Leonardo Longoria. Dr. Longoria and the...

Keeping a sex life alive is no easy task! And that’s especially true as your body has to handle the wear-and-tear of daily life, year after year. You may notice the quality of your sex life decreasing due to vaginal looseness, irritation, and dryness. Emotions of insecurity can also harm...

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), come in a variety of types. What all STIs have in common is that they can be passed from person to person due to sexual contact, and that it’s important to know your STI status in order to protect...

The Essure® device works to provide contraception, blocking pregnancy by preventing implantation in your uterus. Essure devices work fine for some people, while others experience uncomfortable side effects. If you experience pelvic pain during intercourse or while on your period, or you suffer from systemic joint pain symptoms, your Essure...

Birth control prevents you from getting pregnant, and can also be used for gynecological problems like painful periods. However, some people find that regular-strength hormonal birth control comes with unwanted side effects.  Low- or no-hormone birth control options still give you the same protection, but cut back or eliminate the...

It’s 2021, and everyone’s still talking about Botox®, one of the most popular cosmetic anti-aging treatment options in the United States. Injections with Botox effectively relax your facial muscles, reducing visible signs of aging, like fine lines and wrinkles. In the hands of a skilled provider, Botox leaves your facial...

From stretch marks to unwanted hairs to wrinkles and other signs of aging, aesthetic issues can cause frustration and low self-esteem. With today’s cosmetic laser treatment technology, you have options for improving these aesthetic issues. In the care of Dr. Leonardo Longoria and our team at Longoria OBGYN of El...

During the weeks and months of a pregnancy, you want everything to go smoothly. However, despite every precaution, sometimes a serious complication like placental abruption can occur, often late in a pregnancy. For pregnancy care you can trust, turn to Dr. Leonardo Longoria of Longoria OBGYN in El Paso, Texas....

As you get older, your fertility starts to naturally decline. Most women in the United States reach menopause in their early 50s, although the age of onset might be different for you.  In perimenopause, the years leading up to full menopause, you undergo hormonal changes that can cause a range...

The female reproductive system contains multiple elements that need to function correctly together for you to successfully conceive. If you’ve been doing research on reproduction and fertility, you may have run across references to the fallopian tubes.  At Longoria OBGYN,  Leonardo A. Longoria, MD, and our team provide care to...

If you have a preexisting medical condition, you might know you have a chance of a high-risk pregnancy from the beginning. Or, our pregnancy might become high risk partway through gestation when other factors start to arise. No matter why your pregnancy is high-risk, our OB/GYN Dr. Leonardo Longoria of...

If you’re like many women, the hormonal changes of menopause can put you through the wringer, both physically and emotionally. You may have experienced hot flashes, weight gain, or even urinary issues.  For some postmenopausal women, sex becomes uncomfortable, or even painful, which affects the intimate connection that’s an important...

Do you have an EssureⓇ contraceptive? This device, made from a set of metallic coils, was placed in the fallopian tubes to provide permanent female sterilization. The Essure device was discontinued in 2018, and some patients have reported problems with their devices. If you have Essure, you might be wondering...

Even though holiday celebrations may look different this year, there’s a good chance you’re busy planning the perfect gift, baking holiday treats, or cooking delicious meals for your loved ones. On top of all that, you may be anxious about looking your best for those virtual celebrations and photo shoots. ...

Have you ever had an embarrassing moment like this? One minute you’re laughing with your friends, the next minute you’re running to the bathroom because some urine leaked out. It can happen anywhere or any time, even when you sneeze.  You can wear pads every day to protect yourself from...

Women who are going through menopause may experience a variety of symptoms that negatively affect their quality of life. One way to relieve the symptoms is to take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) offered by Dr. Leonardo A. Longoria of Longoria OBGYN in El Paso, Texas. If you’re thinking about taking HRT,...

If you’ve ever been pregnant or been around pregnant women, you may have noticed some dark tan or brown patches of skin on the face. This common condition is commonly known as the mask of pregnancy. In medical terms, it’s called melasma or chloasma.  Dr. Leonardo A. Longoria of Longoria...

Have you heard of gestational diabetes? It’s a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. Some women have symptoms, but many don’t. This is dangerous because it can put you and your baby’s health at risk. There’s help available, as Dr. Leonardo A. Longoria of Longoria OBGYN helps women safely...

There are nearly 20 million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the United States every year. With numbers that high, chances are good that you know someone who’s been diagnosed with an STD.  Don’t take any chances when it comes to your sexual health. Schedule an STD screening...

If you’ve been dealing with chronic pelvic pain, don’t let it derail your life one day longer. Dr. Leonardo A. Longoria K. of Longoria OBGYN helps women just like you manage their pelvic pain and live their lives again. Here’s what you need to know. What is chronic pelvic pain?...

For many of us, how we look on the outside affects how we feel about ourselves on the inside. We know we can eat healthy and exercise to lose weight, but what can we do when our faces show our age? Or worse, make us look older than we really...

With so many birth control options available, how do you know what to choose? The key is finding one that works best for your lifestyle and family planning needs. If you need birth control, or want to try a different method, make an appointment with Leonardo A. Longoria K., MD,...

You may have heard of endometriosis, but aren’t sure what it is. Believe it or not, it’s a common medical condition that makes it harder for women to get pregnant. Anywhere from 30-50% of women with endometriosis may have problems with infertility.  But don’t be discouraged by these numbers. Many...

Menopause symptoms can be a disruptive and unwelcome guest in any woman’s life. If you’re going through it, you know how life-altering it can be. If you aren’t there yet, you’re probably dreading the thought of it. When that time comes, Dr. Leonardo A. Longoria K. of Longoria OBGYN in...

Have you been diagnosed with uterine fibroids, which are also called leiomyomas, or myomas? If so, you’re not alone. Experts estimate that by the age of 50 years old, somewhere between 70 and 80% of American women have fibroids. Often, fibroids don’t cause any symptoms at all, so you may...