QÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â How long should I wait to have vaginal or oral intercourse after my tubal sterilization? A: Â Â Â Â After a tubal sterilization you have have both oral and vaginal intercourse immediately without using a second contraceptive. Good luck. Robert A....
Q        Can you please educate me abut why a cervix would be left in place during a partial hysterectomy? Is there a medical benefit? Why not just do a total hysterectomy? Great website! Keep up the good work. Women’s health NP A:       I...
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