Gynecology
There are many key areas in the field of female reproductive system health, including menstruation, pregnancy, fertility, and menopause. As a woman, you may be concerned about other issues related to your sexual health, including genital problems and sexually transmitted diseases. If you are a female that is sexually active, or over the age of 18, it is important to begin seeing a womens health specialist in order to make sure that your reproductive system stays healthy. Before that, any concerns with menstruation should be addressed with a physician. As you get older, most women become concerned with issues pertaining to avoiding or achieving pregnancy, until menopause begins around age 50.
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- Q How is the excessive hair growth of PCOS treated?
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Although genetic factors are believed to make certain women more susceptible to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), Susan Davis, M.D., a UCLA endocrinologist, notes that lifestyle, including diet and exercise, plays an important role in its... Full Answer
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- Q How can a woman with PCOS get pregnant?
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For women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who do not ovulate but want to become pregnant, several medications are available to restore ovulation. Oral clomiphene citrate - increases release of a hormone from the head called follicle... Full Answer
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- Q Why aren't Pap tests recommended for teenage girls?
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Women younger than 21 years, regardless of sexual history, should not get Pap tests. “Pap-test abnormalities are common in teenage girls, but most of the abnormalities will clear up on their own,” says Janet Pregler, M.D., director of... Full Answer
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- Q How often should I get a Pap test?
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Dr. Michael Roizen, Internal MedicineEveryone is aware of the importance of annual Pap tests in detecting cervical cancer. However, several years ago, enough research had piled up for doctors to say, “Hey, you’re over 30. Your last three Pap tests were fine. Skip next year --... Full Answer
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- Q What is a rectovaginal exam?
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A rectovaginal exam is done to examine the vaginal and rectal areas for abnormalities.During a rectovaginal exam, your doctor inserts one lubricated, gloved finger into the vagina and a second finger of the same hand into the rectum while pressing on the... Full Answer
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- Q What is a tilted uterus and how can it affect me?
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Dr. Evelyn Minaya, Obstetrics & GynecologyA tilted uterus refers to the position of the uterus in the abdomen as it relates to the bladder and the rectum. Most women have their uterus tilt towards the bladder (anteverted) but about 20% of women have it tilting toward their rectum... Full Answer
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- Q What effect does a hysterectomy have on sexual function?
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Hysterectomy with and without removal of ovaries most often has a negative impact on sexual function because of changes in hormone levels. This is in part due to the surgical removal of these hormone-producing organs. Hormone replacement therapy is... Full Answer
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- Q I'm having a hysterectomy soon. Will this cause me to enter menopause?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyGetting a hysterectomy does not mean you’ll enter menopause. That’s because not all types of hysterectomies, which remove the uterus, involve removing the ovaries. This is a personal decision usually based on age, health, and your doctor's... Full Answer
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- Q How long does it take to recover from a hysterectomy?
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Recovering from a hysterectomy takes time. Most women stay in the hospital from 1 to 2 days for post-surgery care. Some women may stay longer, often when the hysterectomy is done because of cancer. The time it takes for you to resume normal activities... Full Answer
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- Q Will my vagina feel different during sex after my hysterectomy?
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Dr. Lauren Streicher, Obstetrics & GynecologyThis was a question I was really curious about. There have not been any good scientific studies on this topic, so I did the next best thing. I did my own study and polled the guys. Reassuringly, almost every single man who returned the questionnaire said... Full Answer
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