Pap Smear Test

Why are Pap Smears important? Pap Smears or Pap Tests are important because they look for precancerous cells on the cervix that can become cervical cancer if left untreated.  This test is done in a doctor’s office and involves a plastic or metal speculum that is used to widen the vagina to allow the doctor to examine the vagina and … Continued

Pregnancy Loss Healing Is Real

We are here to help. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has imposed social restrictions that can heighten a sense of alienation and isolation that may have already been present due to a past abortion, miscarriage, or stillbith. The increased stressors related to anxiety, uncertainty, and social isolation can make connecting at this time even more important to your healing and well-being. … Continued

STDs and STIs Testing

RealOptions Obria Medical Clinics provides medical testing, diagnosis, and treatment of STDs and STIs. There are many kinds of sexually transmitted diseases and infections. You can get an STD the first time you have vaginal, anal or oral sex. Many STDs have no cure while others can be treated through medication. Most people infected with an STD don’t know it. … Continued

Medi-Cal

RealOptions Obria Medical Clinics is proud to announce that it is an official Medi-Cal provider. Our medical clinics are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients. Our services include: Well Woman Care– which includes pap smears, breast exams, diabetes screening, hepatitis vaccine & cervical cancer screenings. STD Testing & Treatment Pregnancy Testing Ultrasound Imaging Prenatal Care Optimal Health Coaching … Continued

Well-Woman Care: A RealOptions Beginner’s Guide

Well-Woman Care: A RealOptions Beginner’s Guide RealOptions Obria Medical Clinics has hit an important milestone in its journey to provide holistic reproductive healthcare to women in the Bay Area: an expansion of its well-woman services. What does this change mean for you? Well, in short, it means you can now take a foundational step to protect your health by booking … Continued

Is there an over the counter abortion pill that I can take without a prescription?

NO, there is not an abortion pill that you should take without a prescription. The abortion pill is different from emergency contraception, sometimes called the morning-after pill. The medication abortion pill will terminate a pregancy.  You should consult with a medical provider, receive an exam, as well as an ultrasound to confirm your pregnancy to figure out how far along … Continued

COVID and Your Pregnancy

How COVID-19 Affects Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women What is COVID-19? Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans. The … Continued

Pregnancy Test

Pregnancy Test If you think you may be pregnant your next step should be scheduling a Pregnancy Test from RealOptions Obria Medical Clinic.  You do NOT have to go through this process alone. At RealOptions we can help you deal with the results, no matter what they are, in a manner that is best for you and your situation. We have … Continued

Am I Pregnant? 12 Pregnancy Signs & Symptoms

Am I Pregnant? 12 Pregnancy Signs & Symptoms Have you been experiencing bodily changes? Do you think you may be pregnant? This can be a puzzling time as it is. To add to the confusion, many pregnancy signs and symptoms can have causes unlinked to pregnancy. You should know that the early signs of pregnancy tend to differ from one … Continued