As a woman, you need special exams and screenings throughout your life to protect your overall health and wellness. A women’s wellness exam includes a full physical exam, including a clinical breast and pelvic exam as well as health screenings, blood tests, vaccinations, and education or counseling so you can make informed health care decisions. … Continued
Any vaginal bleeding or spotting that occurs outside your regular menstrual cycle is considered abnormal. Younger women may experience abnormal vaginal bleeding due to anovulation caused by a hormone imbalance. By the same token, older women approaching menopause may also experience abnormal vaginal bleeding due to a hormonal imbalance. What is considered abnormal vaginal bleeding … Continued
The daVinci® Surgical System uses robotic-assisted surgery to facilitate complex, minimally invasive surgical procedures with precision and accuracy. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared the daVinci Surgical System for a wide range of gynecological surgeries in 2005. Common surgeries using the daVinci Surgical System The skilled physicians at Adriatica Women’s Health have extensive … Continued
Pregnancy centering is a new model of prenatal care that bundles essential health assessment and education services together in a social setting. The goal of pregnancy centering is to replace short and often impersonal prenatal visits with longer, more meaningful group sessions. Pregnancy centering creates a unique opportunity for women with similar due dates and … Continued
The constant tiredness, inability to focus, weight gain and mood swings … the list, unfortunately, can go on for many women. Hello, hormones. They can shift throughout your life: Leading up to and during your period, during pregnancy or throughout menopause. Even certain medications or health issues can spark a hormonal rollercoaster ride. There are … Continued
Do vitamins really work? If so, which are best for women? To say the least, navigating nutrition, vitamins and minerals can be a major challenge. And while it’s possible to get all the vitamins and minerals you need from a carefully planned diet, most of us fall short of eating perfectly balanced meals every day. … Continued
Menopause isn’t the only disruptor of vaginal health and the ability to enjoy intimacy. Cancer treatment or procedures such as an oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries) can also cause severe drops in estrogen levels, which in turn triggers a decrease in tissue thickness and lubrication. These issues can make the idea of sex unappealing for … Continued
Menopause. Perhaps no single word represents so many aspects of physical and emotional changes, questions, challenges and frustrations. For all women, (unless the ovaries were removed before puberty), menopause will be a part of life. Naturally occurring menopause happens when a woman goes 12 months without having a period. No longer living by a menstrual … Continued
Menopause is a natural part of aging for women, but it comes with uncomfortable symptoms and side effects. These symptoms may lead to anxiety or depression if left untreated. The experienced doctors at Adriatica Women’s Health want to help you understand the symptoms of menopause and how to alleviate them so you can get back … Continued
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Whether you’re in your first, second or third trimester, it’s important to know what to expect and how to have a healthy pregnancy. First trimester A lot is happening during the first trimester. You may feel tired, nauseous, or notice that your breasts are tender or swollen. Here’s what your baby … Continued