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Huma Farid, MD

Specialty in OB/GYN

Dr. Huma Farid is an obstetrician/gynecologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and an instructor in obstetrics and gynecology at Harvard Medical School. She directs the resident colposcopy clinic and is the rotation director for labor and delivery at BIDMC. Dr. Farid graduated from Harvard Medical School. When not involved in resident education or patient care, she enjoys reading and writing.

Practice names

2015 - Present - Instructor, OB/GYN - Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

2011 - 2015 - Resident Physicians, Partners HealthCare

Education and training

2002 - 2006 - BA (History), Harvard College

2007-2011 - MD, Harvard Medical School

Certifications

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology certified

Articles from Huma Farid, MD

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Bacterial Vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common condition that causes vaginal discharge. It’s often described as having a fishy odor, and can cause pain and itching around the vagina. It’s usually treated with either vaginal or oral antibiotics.

Nipple Disorders in Women

Most problems with nipples are related to pregnancy and breastfeeding. But there are a few symptoms and diseases that can affect nipples at other times in your life.

Period Problems

Problems with your menstrual cycle include missed periods, irregular menstrual cycle, heavy bleeding, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

An A to Z Guide to Common Problems During Pregnancy

Pregnancy can cause a range of symptoms, from aches and pains to skin problems to swollen hands and feet. Most are harmless, but there are ways to reduce and treat the symptoms.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Causes & Treatment

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection in the female reproductive system—the uterus, fallopian tubes, or ovaries. It’s usually caused by sexually transmitted diseases and needs to be treated to prevent complications.

Many women have pain mid-cycle, when they are ovulating. It is also known as mittelschmerz. The pain may last a few minutes to a few hours. It varies from a sharp cramp to a dull ache.

Bacterial Vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common condition that causes vaginal discharge. It’s often described as having a fishy odor, and can cause pain and itching around the vagina. It’s usually treated with either vaginal or oral antibiotics.

Nipple Disorders in Women

Most problems with nipples are related to pregnancy and breastfeeding. But there are a few symptoms and diseases that can affect nipples at other times in your life.

Period Problems

Problems with your menstrual cycle include missed periods, irregular menstrual cycle, heavy bleeding, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

An A to Z Guide to Common Problems During Pregnancy

Pregnancy can cause a range of symptoms, from aches and pains to skin problems to swollen hands and feet. Most are harmless, but there are ways to reduce and treat the symptoms.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Causes & Treatment

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection in the female reproductive system—the uterus, fallopian tubes, or ovaries. It’s usually caused by sexually transmitted diseases and needs to be treated to prevent complications.

Many women have pain mid-cycle, when they are ovulating. It is also known as mittelschmerz. The pain may last a few minutes to a few hours. It varies from a sharp cramp to a dull ache.

Bacterial Vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common condition that causes vaginal discharge. It’s often described as having a fishy odor, and can cause pain and itching around the vagina. It’s usually treated with either vaginal or oral antibiotics.

Nipple Disorders in Women

Most problems with nipples are related to pregnancy and breastfeeding. But there are a few symptoms and diseases that can affect nipples at other times in your life.

Period Problems

Problems with your menstrual cycle include missed periods, irregular menstrual cycle, heavy bleeding, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

An A to Z Guide to Common Problems During Pregnancy

Pregnancy can cause a range of symptoms, from aches and pains to skin problems to swollen hands and feet. Most are harmless, but there are ways to reduce and treat the symptoms.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Causes & Treatment

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection in the female reproductive system—the uterus, fallopian tubes, or ovaries. It’s usually caused by sexually transmitted diseases and needs to be treated to prevent complications.

Many women have pain mid-cycle, when they are ovulating. It is also known as mittelschmerz. The pain may last a few minutes to a few hours. It varies from a sharp cramp to a dull ache.

Publication Highlights

Birth control and high blood pressure: Which methods are safe for you?

Can a daily pill lighten heavy menstrual bleeding caused by fibroids?

Intimacy, sex, and COVID-19

Pregnant and worried about COVID-19?

What can you do to reduce the risk of birth defects?

Can monitoring blood pressure at home cut maternal mortality?

Hyperemesis: (Way) beyond morning sickness