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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…

In simple terms, an ovarian cyst is a sac or pocket that fills with fluid. Sometimes, this type of cyst develops inside of the ovary while other times, it is on the surface. Either way, the cyst is similar in size and shape to an almond. For most people, discomfort or even pain is the…

Looking for information on menopause? An OBGYN is a type of health care professional who can help women manage their menopausal symptoms. While not all women will need to undergo menopausal treatment, many are in need of menopausal support.This new stage in a woman's life can start anywhere between the ages of 40 and 58.…

A c-section, also commonly called a cesarean section, refers to a surgical procedure that is used to deliver a baby when it is either not safe or not possible for the mother to have a vaginal birth. A c-section can be planned ahead of time and is determined by a medical professional. Their decision is…

An ovarian cyst is a sac located in the ovary. Usually, when a woman ovulates, it fills with fluid. While some women have zero symptoms of an ovarian cyst, others experience pain and unexplained bleeding.Typically, this type of cyst is benign, meaning non-cancerous. Even so, women should see their OBGYN if they notice anything out…