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 […]
A dilation and curettage procedure, also called a D&C, is an out-patient surgical procedure in which the cervix is dilated (opened) so that the uterine lining (endometrium) can be scraped with a curette to sample endometrial tissue. A suction D&C uses suction to remove uterine […]
Hysteroscopy enables a physician to look through the vagina and cervix to inspect the cavity of the uterus with an instrument called a hysteroscope. The hysteroscope is an extremely thin telescope-like instrument that looks like a lighted tube. The hysteroscope is so thin that it […]
Laparoscopy is just a big word for a small procedure. It is a fairly noninvasive method used to examine the interior of the abdomen, pelvic cavity and other parts of the body. While laparoscopy can be used to aid in diagnoses, it is also frequently […]
What is Tubal Ligation? Tubal ligation (or “tying the tubes”) is surgery to close a woman’s fallopian tubes to prevent pregnancy. A tubal ligation should only be done if a woman never wants to become pregnant again. These tubes are the path an egg takes […]
What is Salpingectomy? Salpingectomy is the removal of a woman’s fallopian tube, the tube through which an egg travels from the ovary to the uterus. A salpingectomy may be performed for several different reasons. Removal of one tube (unilateral salpingectomy) is usually performed if the […]
A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of a woman’s uterus. It may be done to treat fibroids, endometriosis, uterine prolapse, cancer, chronic pain, or heavy bleeding that has not been controlled by less invasive methods. A hysterectomy is typically necessary when all other options including […]
When to call your health care provider? Heavy bleeding (more than your normal period) Bleeding with clots Severe abdominal pain What is LEEP Procedure? A loop electrosurgical excision procedure, commonly referred to as a LEEP, is one possible course of treatment that may be suggested […]
