Prep for IUD: What to Do Before Your Appointment
Getting an IUD is a smart and effective way to take control of your reproductive health. Whether it’s your first IUD or a replacement, preparing properly makes the process smoother…
Brown Discharge After IUD Insertion
Experiencing brown discharge after getting an IUD can feel confusing or even alarming — but in most cases, it’s completely normal. As a women’s health practitioner, I often see patients…
IUD Insertion Diagram: Step-by-Step Guide by a Women’s Health Expert
Understanding how an intrauterine device (IUD) is inserted can make the process far less intimidating. As a women’s health nurse practitioner, I’ve guided many patients through this simple yet precise…
Family Practitioner vs Pediatrician: Which Doctor Is Right for Your Family?
Choosing the right doctor for your family can feel like a big decision — especially when you’re torn between a family practitioner and a pediatrician. Both care deeply about your…
Urgent Care STD Testing Near Me: What You Should Know Before You Go
If you’ve searched “urgent care STD testing near me,” you’re already making a smart, responsible choice for your health. As a Hartford-based Nurse Practitioner (Meghan Killilea Galli, APRN, FNP-BC), I…
Do Normal Blood Tests Show STDs? A Nurse Practitioner Explains What You Need to Know
When patients visit my clinic in Hartford for their annual checkup, one of the most common questions I hear is: “Do normal blood tests show STDs?” It’s a great question…
Medicare Wellness Questionnaire: What to Expect and How to Prepare
When it comes to staying healthy, prevention is always better than a cure. That’s exactly what the Medicare Wellness Questionnaire aims to achieve — helping you and your healthcare provider…
Pap Smear Brush: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters
Pap smears are one of the most important screening tools for women’s health. Yet, many patients are surprised when they hear the word “brush” during the procedure. As a women’s…
Can BV Cause Abnormal Pap?
Many women feel anxious when they get a call saying their Pap smear results came back “abnormal.” One of the most common questions I hear in my clinic is whether…
Virgin Pap Smear: What to Expect and Why It Matters
Many women delay their first Pap smear because they’re unsure what to expect — especially if they’ve never been sexually active. As a nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless patients in…