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How Regular Check-ups Can Help In Early Detection Of Cervical Cancer

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Cervical cancer is a serious health concern affecting women worldwide. However, with early detection, cervical cancer is highly treatable and has a better prognosis. Regular check-ups with your gynecologist can play a crucial role in the early detection of cervical cancer, allowing for timely intervention and improved outcomes. Preventive Screenings: The Key to Early Detection Regular check-ups with your gynecologist provide an opportunity for preventive screenings that can help detect cervical cancer at its earliest stages.

19 January 2024

What To Expect When You Visit A Gynecologist

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Visiting a gynecologist can be nerve-wracking and anxiety-inducing, especially if you are visiting one for the first time. However, it is essential to take care of your reproductive health, and regular visits to a gynecologist are an important part of it. Read on to learn what to expect when you visit a gynecologist so you can be more prepared and informed before your appointment. Discussing Your Medical History During an initial visit to a gynecologist, they will inquire about your medical history, menstrual cycle, birth control methods, and current medications.

26 September 2023

Understanding The Importance Of Obstetric Care

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Pregnancy is undoubtedly an exciting time for all parents-to-be. However, it's also a time that requires the utmost attention and care for mom and baby alike. Obstetric care is specialized medical care aimed at ensuring a safe pregnancy. It involves monitoring a woman's overall health and the development of the fetus throughout the pregnancy, during labor and delivery, and after childbirth. Here's a closer look at the different types of obstetric care that ensure a successful pregnancy.

9 May 2023

Does Your Late Teen Still Not Have A Period? Talk With A Gynecologist Today

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If your daughter is in her late teens and still hasn't gotten her menstrual cycle, it's time to see a gynecologist. There are many things the pediatrician can help with, but if your teen hasn't started her period by 16 years of age, you want to make sure that everything is normal. A lack of period means a lack of ovulation, and this could indicate that they aren't fertile or have other health complications going on.

3 November 2022

Your Doctor Might Recommend Minimally Invasive Surgery For Your Uterine Fibroids

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If you've been diagnosed with uterine fibroids through an ultrasound or other diagnostic test, your doctor may talk to you about having them removed. If you're a suitable match, they may recommend minimally invasive surgery so you'll have a quick recovery time. Hysteroscopic surgery is sometimes done for fibroids, and it often doesn't require any incision at all. Here's how the minimally invasive surgery is done.  The Surgery Is Done With A Scope

14 June 2022

A Guide On The Work Of Obstetricians

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If you are pregnant, chances are you will need the help of an obstetrician. The medical professional provides care to mothers during pregnancy and after childbirth. This article discusses the role of obstetricians in healthcare, their qualifications, and interventions. What is an Obstetrician?  An obstetrician is a medical doctor who chooses to specialize in the medical field relating to pregnancy and childbirth. Some practitioners, known as OB-GYN, practice as gynecologists specializing in women's reproductive health.

7 December 2021

How Do You Know If Bleeding Is Abnormal?

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For so many women, abnormal bleeding is not something that is even on the radar. It's normal to have some questions about your menstrual cycle and vaginal bleeding, but it's also easy to write off some of the issues you notice as typical of your menstrual cycle or even of pregnancy. Unfortunately, bleeding that is abnormal can indicate something that needs attention. Here's what you need to know. Understanding Normal Bleeding

11 June 2021

Vaginal Atrophy: A Challenge of Menopause

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If you are a postmenopausal woman who is experiencing urinary and sexual challenges, you may be suffering from vaginal atrophy. This is a condition that has many different side-effects (as will be discussed later). This condition is caused by an insufficient amount of estrogen in your body, as is common following menopause. Vaginal atrophy affects women in different ways, but there are a few tell-tale signs. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor.

15 January 2021

What You Need To Know About Vaginal LED Light Therapy

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Many women will experience vaginal atrophy during menopause, in which the tissue in the vagina begins to break down due to a lack of estrogen in the body. Vaginal tissue is sensitive to estrogen fluctuations, and estrogen levels are greatly reduced during menopause. The amount of collagen and elastin in vaginal tissue decreases along with the amount of natural lubrication produced. Due to the reduced amount of lubrication and breakdown of vaginal tissue, many post-menopausal women find sexual intercourse to be painful, and this can significantly reduce the amount of intimacy that these women feel with their partners.

23 November 2019

Important Things To Do Before Your PAP Smear

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If you have your first gynecological visit and need to have a PAP smear completed, then you may be wondering if there is something that you should do before the exam. Well, keep reading to learn about a few things that are necessary beforehand. Avoid Sex and Vaginal Products PAP smears are completed to test your cervix for abnormal cells. This is necessary to check for both precancerous and cancerous conditions and the collection of the cells requires access to the cervix and an uncontaminated specimen.

5 December 2018