Keep the uterus, get rid of the fibroids
A myomectomy is another option for the treatment of leiomyomas (lie-o-my-o-mas), generally known as fibroids. This too can be done via an abdominal incision, laparoscopically or via the vagina. The location, size, number of fibroids and the desire to preserve future...
HPV
Most women are terrified of Human papillomavirus (HPV). But, once you enter the world of sex, an infection with HPV is almost inevitable. If you have one lifetime partner, who in turn, has only had sexual relations with you, you might have a shot. Keep in mind that...
The decision to have a Hysterectomy
What are the treatment options for women with fibroids? With the next few posts, I'll review each one. Hysterectomy is still the most common treatment for uterine fibroids. The uterus can be removed via the abdomen with a "bikini cut", via the vagina or by way of a...
I know people with Fibroids, but what are they?
As promised, this article is about Uterine Fibroids. They are also referred to as myomas or fibromyomas. The medical word for them is Leiomyomas (Lie-o-my-o-ma). Big Topic. I'l have to do it in two parts because I really want you to have all the available...
Lumpy breasts
Breasts are above the bellybutton. Gynecologists, however, are the primary consultants for breast problems. A good friend of mine was recently told that she needed a biopsy; this prompted me to write about a benign condition called fibrocystic breast disease. The...
The Fishy Vaginal Odor
That fishy, malodorous discharge is called Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) and is the most common cause of abnormal vaginal discharge. Yes, it's more common than yeast infections. Up to about half of all women will be treated for BV at some point in their lives. It is not...
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