women's health

Women's health refers to health issues specific to human female anatomy such as female genitalia and breasts or to conditions caused by hormones specific to, or most notable in,women. Women's health issues include menstruation, contraception, pregnancy, maternal health, child birth, menopause and breast cancer. They can also include medical situations in which women face problems not directly related to their biology, for example gender-differentiated access to medical treatment.

PCOS - PolyCystic Ovarian Ovary Syndrome

PCOS Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a health problem that can affect a woman’s menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, heart, blood vessels, and appearance.  PCOS is the #1 Problem of women with little or no ovulation.

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Speculum Examination

A speculum is a device used to look inside the vagina and check the cervix and do a Pap Papanicolaou smear. There are a number of shapes and sizes of speculums they may use. The two major types are called Graves and Pederson. The Graves are wider in the bill than the Pederson, and the Pederson is more tapered.  Before inserting the speculum, the doctor should alert you that the speculum examination is about to begin. Take a breath and exhale.

Women's Health

Women’s health covers a wide spectrum. There are many health conditions which affect both men and women, but a number of health issues are more prevalent and affect only women. 

Menorrhagia - Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

Menorrhagia is diagnosed when you have a regular cycle but the menstrual bleeding lasts longer than usual.
Menorrhagia is normal and can happen in about 20-30% of all women.

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