Taboo Topics

Digestive noises — from burps to belly gurgles to farts — can be embarrassing. But what do they say about your inner health? Dr. Tanya Lopez, a board-certified gastroenterologist with Orlando Health, explains what they mean and when to worry. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

A surprising number of women are in the dark about the vulva with many confusing it and the vagina. Dr. Shelly Seward, a board-certified expert in gynecologic cancer at Orlando Health Cancer Institute, demystifies the area down there and explains why you need to check it out every month just like your breasts. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

After more than 25 episodes, we’re launching our “Best of Taboo Topics” series. This month, we bring you “Don’t Do That!,” a roundup of best advice from five board-certified experts at Orlando Health — Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, Dr. Lori Grant, Dr. Christine Greves, Dr. Kenneth Lee and Dr. Benjamin Rhee. In this episode, we’ll cover cautionary advice — what not to do — from your testicles to your toenails. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Having to pee in the middle of the night can become a habit that’s heard to break. It also can be the sign of a serious health issue. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health, sorts it all out so you can get a good night’s sleep. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Discover a woman’s number one sex organ and what other factors are driving your sex drive. Dr. Christine Greves, a board-certified OB-GYN with Orlando Health Women’s Institute, discusses how to understand and enhance sexual desire. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Will my hernia explode? What’s mesh have to do with a hernia and why are there so many lawsuits? Despite being fairly common, hernias remain somewhat mysterious. Board-certified general surgeon Dr. Luke Elms of Orlando Health decodes the fact and fiction around hernias, and explores the odds of developing one. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Whether too tight or too full, the vagina can impact your physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Kenneth Lee, a board-certified plastic surgeon with Orlando Health, discusses the options and benefits of vaginal rejuvenation. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Traveling may seem like a relaxing alternative to the stress of daily life. But your body disagrees. Changing your everyday routine can trigger urinary tract infections (UTIs). Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health, explains what you can do to avoid UTIs while traveling. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

When your period is the deciding factor on whether you take a hike, a swim or a vacation, that’s a sure sign things are out of balance. Dr. Christine Greves, a board-certified OB-GYN with Orlando Health, explores reasons and options for your heavy period. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Losing weight too quickly may lead to a buildup of thick digestive fluid called gallbladder sludge. You may not even know you have it until bouts of abdominal pain kick in and force a closer look. Board-certified general surgeon Dr. Luke Elms of Orlando Health discusses what happens next. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

If you can’t breathe after a nose job or one breast is lower than the other after a breast enhancement, chances are you’ve had a “botched” plastic surgery. Dr. Kenneth Lee, chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Orlando Health, explains how plastic surgery goes wrong and what can be done to fix it. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Erectile dysfunction affects more than the geriatric set. Nearly 40% of men over age 40 may have a symptom of ED, says Orlando Health board-certified urologist Jamin Brahmbhatt, MD. Here’s what to look for and what to do if you think you have ED. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The virus that causes cold sores and genital blisters is more common than you might expect. And there are some surprising ways it can be transmitted. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself — and your partner. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Checking your poo in the loo can tell you a lot about your health. We decode what the color, texture and frequency of your bowel movements mean and flag the warning signs to watch for. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

If pain intrudes on your postcoital bliss, it could have many causes — from overwork to a medical emergency. Sexual health expert Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, a board-certified urologist with Orlando Health Medical Group Urology, breaks down the possible causes and offers guidance on what men can do next. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Bunions and hammertoes not only distort the shape of your feet, but they turn walking and shoe shopping into miserable experiences. What are your options for dealing with these unsightly and uncomfortable conditions? This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Young children who wet the bed feel guilt and shame. Those feelings are magnified when bedwetting occurs in the teen years. Pediatric urologist Benjamin Rhee, MD, of Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Taboo Topics host Mary Frances Emmons explore the causes and solutions. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

You’ve probably heard about hot flashes, but many other physical and emotional factors are linked to menopause. OB-GYN Christine Greves, MD, of Orlando Health Women’s Institute and Taboo Topics host Mary Frances Emmons explore some key aspects of menopause that most women don’t realize until it affects them. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

With so much myth and misunderstanding around ostomy bags, patients with serious digestive or bladder issues often resist the lifesaving procedure that diverts waste outside the body. We explore what life is really like after these surgeries. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

If your toenail has turned yellow, brown or even green, chances are it’s more than a bruise — you have a nail fungus. Highly contagious, these infections can spread to surrounding skin, other nails on your feet and hands, and other household members. Don’t wait. It won’t go away by itself. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Circumcising male newborns is commonplace in the U.S. but more parents are questioning the need for it. A look at the pros and cons, and whether it’s ever too late to have it done. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Most think of survival as the goal for breast cancer patients, but few realize how little sensation a patient can have after a mastectomy. Now, advances in technology and technique are helping restore breast sensation and body image after surgery. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

When organs start slipping out of their usual place, you might be surprised where they go. Called prolapse, this condition can make daily activities — even walking — difficult. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Most of us know about the baby blues, which affect nearly 80 percent of new moms. But postpartum depression is different. A look at its causes, and how new moms struggling with it can find relief. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The size and shape of the penis may look like it has changed over time. But has it really? Here’s why it could look different and what you can do about it. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Why do some Americans choose to have cosmetic surgery in another country? We discuss the patient risks during and after these procedures with a surgeon who sees botched cases in our ERs. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Most of us have occasional fecal matter blown out when we pass gas. But when it becomes frequent and significant, you may need to consider accidental bowel leakage and how to fix it.

Odor and discharge provide important clues to vaginal health, but how do you know what’s “normal” and what isn’t? We explore and explain why vaginas are like self-cleaning ovens — but better.

What you eat, drink, and do throughout the day and night can affect the color of your pee. We discuss the factors that change your urine’s color – when you should be alarmed, and what to do about it.

Coming soon, a new podcast from Orlando Health that gets the answers to your most embarrassing medical questions: from strange to startling and everything in between.