A healthy cervix is an unlikely addition to any woman’s list of New Year’s resolu tions, but is definitely one that shouldn’t be overlooked! With few simple steps, most women can greatly reduce their risk of developing cervical health problems like cervical dysplasia, and […]
Routine Screenings Prevent Cervical Cancer Death Medical science has made some rapid advances in recent years and none more so than the ability to be able to prevent and treat cervical cancers in adult women. Cervical cancer is cancer of the cervix (the lower part […]
Colposcopy – A screening Pap smear, which returns an abnormal result, may, in some cases prompt the scheduling of a Colposcopic exam of the cervix and / or vaginal tissues. LEEP – A loop electrosurgical excision procedure, commonly referred to as a LEEP, is one possible […]
Myoma is another name for a fibroid. In women whose fibroids cause problems (generally bleeding or pain) and who still want to keep their uterus, a myomectomy (removal of myoma) may be recommended by their physician. Occasionally a myomectomy is suggested to treat infertility. Some […]
When to call your health care provider? Excessive bleeding, or bleeding longer than two days after the procedure Foul-smelling drainage from your vagina Fever and/or chills Severe lower abdominal pain What is Endometrial biopsy? Endometrial biopsy is a procedure in which a tissue sample is taken […]
How is the Test Performed? A saline infusion sonogram (SIS) is a special type of sonogram. During this procedure, your physician will place a thin catheter into the uterine cavity and insert a small amount of normal saline fluid into the uterine cavity. This allows […]
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a reversible form of contraception. A small T-shaped device is placed through the cervix into the uterus during an office exam. The procedure only takes a few minutes.
What is Nexplanon? Nexplanon is a hormone releasing birth control implant placed under the skin in the inner, upper arm. Nexplanon is about the size of a matchstick and is made of a soft, flexible, medical polymer. It does not need to be taken daily, […]
What is the vulva? The external female genital area is called the vulva. The outer folds of skin are called the labia majora and the inner folds are called the labia minora. If you see changes on the skin of the vulva, or if you […]
