Category: General Gynecology

A fibroid is a non-cancerous growth on the uterus. Fibroids may go by many names, such as leiomyoma, leiomyomata, or myoma. Fibroids are the most common pelvic tumor in women.
Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is bleeding from the uterus that is unpredictable, lasts longer, or is heavier than usual. This abnormal bleeding can last for several months to years.
Although you can’t see them, your bones are always working to support your body. Our bones are important for our overall health.
The endometrium is the inner lining of the uterus. It is made up of blood vessels and glands which grow and shrink with a woman’s menstrual cycle.
Choosing a method of contraception can be overwhelming. The most commonly used methods of reversible contraception in the United States are...
An IUD, or an Intrauterine Device, is a small, flexible T-shaped device which is placed inside the uterus by your doctor. There are several different brands of IUDs available.
When most people think of the menstrual cycle, they think of menstruation. Menstruation is the average 3-7 days of bleeding that happens roughly every month for people who are having normal, healthy periods.
In general, doctors think about pelvic pain in two categories: acute (or sudden pain) and chronic (pain that has been going on for a longer time). Here, we will briefly review some causes of sudden pelvic pain.
Infertility is a common medical condition affecting 1 in 7 couples. There are many different reasons to seek fertility services. Many, but not all, cases of infertility can be explained.
Vaginitis is inflammation of the vagina. There are many causes of vaginitis, infectious and non-infectious. About a third of women will experience some type of vaginitis in their lifetime.

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