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Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pelvic area herniation and bulging of vaginal tissues is often due to a condition termed pelvic organ prolapse, which affects 50% of women at some point in their lives. When this occurs, your pelvic organs may feel as though they are about to fall out of your body. It is important to understand that many of these problems may be treated successfully.
Vaginal Discharge
We call vaginal discharge the secretions that come from the vagina. Having a certain amount of vaginal discharge is normal, especially during the fertile period. The glands of the cervix produce a transparent substance that can turn whitish or yellowish when exposed...
High-Risk Pregnancy
High-risk pregnancy is one that has a greater chance of both maternal and fetal complications during the course of the pregnancy and delivery. These pregnancies require strict medical supervision and often consultation. High-risk pregnancy presents a variety of...
Respected Child Birth… What is it?
Respected childbirth is not about giving up medical technology. It is not about giving birth as it was done centuries ago. It is not to avoid a cesarean section at all costs, endangering the life of the mother and baby. It is not about giving birth in a bathtub or...
Pregnancy Loss
While pregnancy is usually a joyous event, sometimes a devastating loss can occur. Miscarriage can happen all too often in about 20% of pregnancies. From the first moments of learning about your pregnancy, the excitement and joy and bonding begin with the baby. These...
Fears of Pregnancy
There are women who when their desired pregnancy arrives, they are not able to celebrate it because they are immersed in a deep fear that prevents them from enjoying this precious stage of their lives. Don’t be afraid to bond. Now, pregnant, whatever the point you...
Preventative Care of Your Body
The annual gynecologic check-up consists of taking a detailed medical history, followed by a physical examination, a discussion of findings and creation of a plan for the future. What is it and why is it so important? What is the annual gynecological exam? Each year,...
Contraception
Contraception An array of options exists for the prevention of pregnancy. Many think of “birth control pills” or oral contraceptives when the subject of contraception is raised but there are many other choices. Two broad categories are hormonal or non-hormonal...
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pelvic area herniation and bulging of vaginal tissues is often due to a condition termed pelvic organ prolapse, which affects 50% of women at some point in their lives. When this occurs, your pelvic organs may feel as though they are about to fall out of your body. It is important to understand that many of these problems may be treated successfully.