Breast cancer is the leading concern among most women. While heart disease is the leading cause of death among women and men, breast cancer accounts for more than 40,000 female deaths in a typical year.
Did you know that the No. 1 health risk to women isn’t breast cancer, as some may think, but heart disease? Thankfully, you can reduce your risk by not smoking, exercising regularly and implementing a heart-smart diet.
Loss of bladder control, or urinary incontinence, is fairly common with about 25 million people suffering from some degree of incontinence, according to the National Association for Continence. Up to 80 percent of the people with incontinence in the U.S. are women.
If those in your immediate family (parents, siblings or children) have been diagnosed with breast cancer, this indicates you’re at higher risk for developing breast cancer during the course of your lifetime. Routine breast exams are one of the best early detection measures.
Did you know that we "lose" bones? Although the human body is born with 300 bones, we end up with 206 since many bones fuse together as we grow.
For women with dense breast tissue, 3D (tomo) mammography may be a better option as it allows the breast to be viewed along multiple layers to identify distortions and masses; it can also detect smaller cancers at earlier stages than conventional mammography can.
Do you ever avoid going to the doctor because you don’t want to take a new prescription? While prescription drugs have their uses, we can help you explore non-drug treatment alternatives.
Women with pelvic floor disorders often think that their condition (such as incontinence, pain, or difficulty urinating) is just something they have to live with. This couldn't be further from the truth. A urogynecologist can diagnose the cause of the condition and recommend effective treatment to bring much-needed relief.
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When someone suffers from interstitial cystitis, some other symptoms he or she may experience are urinary tract infections, overactive bladder, urethritis, and urethral syndrome.
Mammograms screen for breast cancer, tumours and calcium deposits and are highly recommended for women over 40. However, monthly breast self-examination and regular doctor's examinations are also required to ensure optimal breast cancer screening.
Older women are at increased risk of urinary tract infection since decreased estrogen levels have a negative effect on the protective microbiome of the genital area. Vaginal atrophy that can occur after menopause is also a contributing factor.
Interstitial cystitis (IC) or bladder pain syndrome (BPS) can severely disrupt your daily life. While the average person urinates between 4 and 7 times a day, a person with IC/BPS may do so as many as 30 times a day.
Clinicians often prefer to use the phrase diagnostic imaging rather than medical imaging for one very simple reason: Advanced scanning and imaging technologies are one of the most effective tools in their diagnostic toolkit.
Deficiency of vitamin A leads to blindness for around 400 million children around the world. Carrots, spinach, sweet potatoes, eggs and broccoli are some of the foods rich in vitamin A.
There are actually several surgical approaches used to treat stress urinary incontinence, with the most common being the pubovaginal sling. The majority of women treated with slings are cured, while most others achieve a dramatic improvement in their incontinence.
When performing a breast self-exam, it’s recommended that you move the pads of your fingertips around the breast and armpit gently in small circular motions. Use a combination of light, medium, and firm pressure.
Dietary changes or allergies have long been associated with a negative affect on the bladder. Seeing a urogynecologist and seeking treatment for your problem may be as easy as changing your diet.
Do you have pain or a feeling of pressure in the bladder that makes you want to go to the bathroom frequently? When there is no infection or other diseases involved, those are symptoms that indicate interstitial cystitis may be present. Your urogynecologist can make an official diagnosis.
Physical activity is one of the best steps you can take to get healthy and stay healthy. Thirty minutes of daily exercise that gets your heart pumping can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.
Did you know that there are actually three different types of incontinence: urge incontinence, stress incontinence, and overflow incontinence? While urge incontinence is the result of an overactive bladder, stress incontinence is caused by weakened supporting tissue, and overflow incontinence is caused by a blockage in the urinary tract.
If a lump is discovered during your clinical breast exam, your healthcare provider will take note of its size, shape, and texture, as well as if the lump moves easily. Even if it’s suspected that the lump is benign, it will need to be examined with further diagnostic measures.
If you feel worried about a change in the texture, color, or smell of vaginal discharge, it is important to seek medical advice. There can be many harmless reasons for this to happen, but peace of mind is a wonderful thing!
Urogynecologists often uses a device called a pessary as an alternative treatment for certain pelvic floor disorders like female genital prolapse when surgery isn't necessary or desired.