Hot flashes are the most common symptom of menopause and up to 75% of women experience them at some point in their lives. However, hot flashes can start before menopause (perimenopause), and carry on after it as well (postmenopausal). This can leave women dealing with them for many years. The exact cause of hot flashes … Read more
September is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Awareness month, a federally designated event designed to educate and increase awareness about the disease. Those that suffer from PCOS can receive information on symptom relief and prevention of secondary conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Causes and Symptoms Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is a hormonal disorder … Read more
To put a pause on childbearing potential, many women will look into some form of birth control. You can get birth control in the form of a pill, shot, injection, ring, or intrauterine device (IUD). If you have been considering a copper IUD, read on! How a Copper IUD Works An Intrauterine Device (IUD) is used … Read more
With as many as 1 in 10 women living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), many women still lack awareness of this relatively common condition and its symptoms. Affecting women of child-bearing age, PCOS symptoms can include excessive hair growth on the body or face as well as infrequent menstrual cycles. If you have been diagnosed, or have symptoms common to those of PCOS, keep reading! What is PCOS? Although the exact cause is unknown, physicians believe PCOS, a … Read more
Migraines are estimated to affect 144 million men, women, and children worldwide. However, fewer than 5% have been seen by a healthcare provider, received an accurate diagnosis, and obtained the proper care. Seattle Clinical Research Center hopes to educate those who suffer from migraines by providing more information about when it is time to seek … Read more
Endometriosis is a pain…literally.The condition causes tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus to grow outside your uterus. The tissue builds up with your menstrual cycle and sheds. With Endometriosis the tissue cannot shed normally, and can cause internal bleeding and scarring, leading to pain and potential fertility issues. Other symptoms can include … Read more
The FDA has just approved BIJUVA, an oral hormone therapy for moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms (also known as hot flashes) due to menopause. This is the first and only FDA-approved bio-identical hormone therapy combination of estradiol and progesterone in a single capsule.Menopause is a naturally occurring transition for women with an average onset age … Read more
On September 14, 2018 the FDA approved AJOVY (fremanezumab-vfrm) injection for the preventative treatment of migraines in adults. The medication is an injectable calcitonin-gene-related peptide (CGRP) antagonist. This is the second anti-CGRP treatment that has recently been approved. This treatment is available in both quarterly and monthly injections. AJOVY can be self-administered or administered in … Read more
Seattle Clinical Research Center is pleased to announce that the FDA has approved a new treatment for axillary hyperhidrosis, also known as excessive underarm sweating. This is a chronic skin condition that affects approximately 10 million people in the United States and causes people to sweat more than what is necessary for normal thermal regulation. … Read more
Seattle Clinical Research Center is excited to announce that the FDA has approved Aimovig, a new treatment developed specifically for migraine headache prevention. Migraine is a debilitating condition that impacts 38 million patients in the United States. Seattle Clinical Research Center conducted one of the pivotal clinical trials involved in the approval process. Aimovig is … Read more
