A colposcopy is a means of examining the vagina, cervix, and vulva with a large, electric microscope called a colposcope. To learn more about the purpose, procedure, and risks associated with colposcopies, check out our new blog.
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Colposcopy: Purpose, Procedure, and Risks
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What to Know About Infertility & Risks at Every Decade
In this blog post, we will be examining infertility at every decade, including the risks to the patient and their baby, as well as ways they can boost their fertility.
Posted in Infertility Tagged with: ab pain, abdominal pain, anxiety, birth control, bladder, distress, estrogen imbalances, estrogen replacement therapy, fibroids, hormone replacement, hormone replacement therapy, incontinence, large fibroids, menopause, older women, pain, stomach pain, treatment, urinary incontinence
Vaginal Cancer
Vaginal cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the surface of the vagina, which is sometimes called the birth canal. Although several types of cancer can spread to the vagina from other places in the body, like the cervix, primary vaginal cancer (cancer that begins in the vagina) is very rare. Squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma are the two main types of primary vaginal cancer.
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Endometrial Cancer
Uterine cancer occurs in the endometrium which is the inner lining of the uterus. The cause of uterine cancer is not fully understood. However, women who have elevated levels of estrogen, that are not offset by progesterone, are more likely to develop this type of cancer.
Posted in Cancer Tagged with: ab pain, abdominal pain, anxiety, birth control, bladder, distress, estrogen imbalances, estrogen replacement therapy, fibroids, hormone replacement, hormone replacement therapy, incontinence, large fibroids, menopause, older women, pain, stomach pain, treatment, urinary incontinence
Are Cancer Survivors’ Follow-Up Care Needs Being Met?
Many cancer survivors are not getting the follow-up care they want or even the care they need.
Posted in Cancer Tagged with: ab pain, abdominal pain, anxiety, birth control, bladder, distress, estrogen imbalances, estrogen replacement therapy, fibroids, hormone replacement, hormone replacement therapy, incontinence, large fibroids, menopause, older women, pain, stomach pain, treatment, urinary incontinence
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Treatment
The treatment plan for PCOS usually begins with lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and weight loss. Losing just 5-10% of body weight can help regulate the patient’s menstrual cycle and improve their PCOS symptoms.
Posted in Polycystic Ovarian Disease, Treatments Tagged with: ab pain, abdominal pain, anxiety, birth control, bladder, distress, estrogen imbalances, estrogen replacement therapy, fibroids, hormone replacement, hormone replacement therapy, incontinence, large fibroids, menopause, older women, pain, stomach pain, treatment, urinary incontinence
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Impact & Diagnosis
In part two, we discussed the potential causes and symptoms of PCOS. This week, we will discuss the impact and diagnosis process of PCOS. How PCOS Impacts the Body Elevated androgen levels can affect fertility and other aspects of a…
Posted in Diagnosis, Polycystic Ovarian Disease Tagged with: ab pain, abdominal pain, anxiety, birth control, bladder, distress, estrogen imbalances, estrogen replacement therapy, fibroids, hormone replacement, hormone replacement therapy, incontinence, large fibroids, menopause, older women, pain, stomach pain, treatment, urinary incontinence
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Causes & Symptoms
The exact cause of PCOS is unknown. Risk factors like genes, insulin resistance, and inflammation have all been linked to excess androgen production.
Posted in Polycystic Ovarian Disease, Symptoms Tagged with: ab pain, abdominal pain, anxiety, birth control, bladder, distress, estrogen imbalances, estrogen replacement therapy, fibroids, hormone replacement, hormone replacement therapy, incontinence, large fibroids, menopause, older women, pain, stomach pain, treatment, urinary incontinence
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): An Overview
PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is a hormonal disorder that affects female patients of reproductive age. Women with PCOS may have higher-than-average male hormone (androgen) levels. This hormonal imbalance can also cause patients to have a multitude of symptoms.
Posted in Polycystic Ovarian Disease Tagged with: ab pain, abdominal pain, anxiety, birth control, bladder, distress, estrogen imbalances, estrogen replacement therapy, fibroids, hormone replacement, hormone replacement therapy, incontinence, large fibroids, menopause, older women, pain, stomach pain, treatment, urinary incontinence, women’s health
Estrogen: Imbalances, Sources & Uses
Estrogen imbalances, sources, and uses (including estrogen replacement therapy and birth control)
Posted in Hormone Therapy, Hormones Tagged with: ab pain, abdominal pain, anxiety, birth control, bladder, distress, estrogen imbalances, estrogen replacement therapy, fibroids, hormone replacement, hormone replacement therapy, incontinence, large fibroids, menopause, older women, pain, stomach pain, treatment, urinary incontinence, women’s health