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If you have been told you need a hysterectomy, you are not alone. Many women undergo this surgery before they reach the age of 60. In the United States, it is the most normal non-pregnancy-related surgery. If you have not reached menopause, then a hysterectomy will end your monthly period. You will also not be…

Endometriosis is a disorder of the uterus. It happens when the lining that is supposed to grow in the inner surface of the uterus grows on the outer surface instead. The lining is known as the endometrium and it is meant to grow and shed with each menstrual cycle.When the endometrium grows inside the uterus…

Want to understand more about menopause and the need for continued care throughout this stage of a woman’s life? Every woman will experience menopause, as it is a natural occurrence that marks a new stage in her life. While some women will experience minimal symptoms, others will experience severe symptoms. This fact makes it essential…

Women go through severe pain during labor, which is sometimes why many ask their OBGYN about painless delivery. The pain can be unbearable, especially if it is the first pregnancy. Advancements in medicine have provided women with the option of pain relief methods to limit the severity of the pain and make childbirth more endurable.More…

Have you recently been diagnosed with endometriosis? Read on to learn more about the condition and how it is typically treated. The severity of endometriosis informs how a doctor manages and treats the condition. The early stages of the condition have relatively mild symptoms that are easy to correct with conservative treatment plans.In contrast, moderate…

Uterine prolapse or descent occurs when the womb lowers towards the vagina. The condition is caused by the muscles and ligaments of the pelvic floor losing their tone. Weak muscles in the pelvic floor provide little support for the uterus. Without a pelvic floor to hold it up, the uterus starts to sag right into…

Pelvoc laparoscopy is a surgical procedure that allows a doctor to view or treat tissues and organs inside your pelvis. The process is performed with a tool called a laparoscope, which is a thin, long camera that is inserted via an incision made in your abdominal region. This makes for a less invasive surgical treatment…

Incontinence surgery may be necessary to treat urinary incontinence if more conservative treatment approaches have not worked. This review discusses what stress incontinence is, when incontinence surgery may be recommended by an OB-GYN practitioner, and what alternative treatments may be available for patients.Incontinence surgery is a form of urinary incontinence treatment used primarily for patients…

If you are thinking about having endometrial ablation, you should first speak to your OBGYN. Your doctor has the knowledge and training to answer questions about this procedure and help prepare you for it. If you are the right candidate for one, it can help relieve certain symptoms and help you feel more comfortable. There…

Are you thinking that you should talk to your doctor about your heavy periods? If your menstrual flow is so heavy that it is causing you concern, then you need to find out the reason. An OBGYN is a professional who understands everything there is to know about a woman’s menstrual cycle. All you need…

Osteoporosis is a disease found in the bones. An osteoporosis diagnosis means a woman’s bones are porous, which means her bones are not as thick as they used to be and therefore, not as strong. This reduction in bone strength makes the bones much more fragile, very much increasing a woman’s risk of breaking a…

Doing STD testing can be an embarrassing matter for many people. If you are concerned that you may have a sexually transmitted disease, you can take comfort to know that your OBGYN has the resource to deliver accurate, fast results. You can also feel at ease that your doctor will be discreet and professional as…