Soothing Remedies for Common Discomforts of Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a unique time in a woman’s life that is often full of joy, happiness… and discomfort. In fact, it’s normal for women to experience aches and pains during each trimester. It’s important to keep in mind that each pregnancy is unique and symptoms that occur during one pregnancy may not occur in another. … Continued

Did You Know Annual Wellness Exams Are for Women of All Ages?

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

Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: It’s Not Just Your Period

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

Could daVinci® Robotic Surgery Be Right for You?

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

Five Side Effects of Fibroids

Fibroids are firm, abnormal growths that develop in or on a woman’s uterus. These benign tumors are made of smooth muscle cells and fibroid connective tissue. Approximately 70-80 percent of women will develop fibroids in their lifetime, though not everyone will have symptoms or require medical treatment. What are five side effects of fibroids? Common … Continued

Pain During Sex? It Could Be a Serious Medical Problem

Pain during sex is very common. In fact, three out of four women experience painful intercourse at some point during their lives. Short-term conditions like an infection in your genital area or urinary tract can lead to short-term pain during sex. Eczema and other skin conditions in your genital area can also cause pain temporarily. … Continued

How Centering Can Support You During Pregnancy

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

10 Women’s Health Issues Everyone Should Be Aware of

Women have unique medical needs that change throughout their lifetime, especially when it comes to reproductive health and wellness. Adriatica Women’s Health offers comprehensive gynecologic care and treatment from board-certified physicians that have a lifetime of experience with women’s special health care requirements. Here is a list of the most common health concerns among women: … Continued

What Are Common Fibroid Symptoms?

Fibroids are noncancerous growths inside a woman’s uterus that often develop during childbearing years. They are made of renegade muscle cells and fibroid connective tissues that form a knot or mass inside the uterus. Fibroids vary in size, ranging anywhere from less than an inch to larger than a softball. While the exact cause of … Continued

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