Endometriosis: Diagnosis and Treatment Endometriosis is a common yet often misunderstood condition that affects millions of women worldwide. It occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus begins to grow in places where it does not belong, such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or pelvic cavity. Because this tissue responds to hormonal changes…
DetailsEndometriosis affects millions of women, yet it often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed for years. It’s a condition that can cause significant pain, disrupt daily life, and impact fertility. However, with the right diagnosis and care, it can be effectively managed. At Care for Womens Medical Group, we’re dedicated to helping patients recognize the signs of…
DetailsWhen it comes to the important role that hormones play in maintaining our health, it’s helpful to think about how the relationship between hormone levels and our wellness can change with time. One of those relationships is between our urinary system and our hormone levels. Most people don’t automatically think about their hormones when the…
DetailsVaginal pain can mean different things to different women. In general, it refers to a wide range of issues that may cause pain or discomfort around the vaginal area. Discomfort may refer to an itchy vulva that was caused by vaginitis or it may be pain in the genital area that results from an infection.…
DetailsEndometriosis is a common medical condition that affects more than 11% of American women between 15 and 44. Though common, endometriosis is a condition that is still misunderstood and treatment options remain lacking. Endometriosis occurs when specialized cells that line the inside of the uterus are unexpectedly found in other areas such as the fallopian…
DetailsAbnormal vaginal bleeding is any vaginal bleeding that happens unexpectedly. It is bleeding that occurs outside of your expected menstrual cycle. It can also refer to a menstrual cycle that suddenly becomes heavier, lighter or more erratic than usual. Signs that vaginal bleeding may be abnormal include: Bleeding at unusual times (between periods, after intercourse).…
DetailsVaginal health is not a topic that is discussed often but it is certainly an issue that deserves attention. Most people use the term “vagina” to refer to the whole below-the-belt area but in fact, the vagina is a closed muscular canal that connects the cervix (opening of the uterus) to the outside of the…
DetailsChronic pelvic pain is any ongoing pain that is felt in the lower part of the abdomen (below the belly button) that lasts for at least six months [1]. The pain may or may not be related to the menstrual cycle and can have several different causes. Here are a few of the most common…
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