What are Uterine Fibroids? Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that develop from the smooth muscle of the uterus. It is also known as leiomyomas, myomas, or fibromyomas. Uterine fibroids are extremely common in women of childbearing age and usually regress after menopause. Although there may be symptoms such as heavy >> Read More ...
Diagnosis of Endometriosis Endometriosis, like other medical conditions, should be diagnosed as early as possible for the best prognosis. Most women visit a gynecologist to investigate one or more of the prominent endometriosis symptoms – pelvic pain worse during menstruation, irregular menses and/or difficulty >> Read More ...
There are two female hormones, estrogen and progesterone, which are responsible for the various processes associated with the sexual characteristics in females. Both estrogen and progestrone are mainly produced in the ovaries along with a small quantity of testosterone (androgen – male sex hormone). The production >> Read More ...
Many cases of a fallen bladder in women are asymptomatic meaning that there are no apparent signs or symptoms. This can occur for years despite a mild droop being present and could remain asymptomatic throughout life. It is believed that almost all women who have undergone multiple vaginal deliveries have some degree of a >> Read More ...
A cystocele or prolapsed bladder occurs when the support structures of the pelvic cavity are compromised. The contents of the pelvic cavity cannot maintain its normal anatomical position and herniate into surrounding hollow viscera like the vagina. This is commonly known as a dropped bladder and the process by which this >> Read More ...
A cystocele is the medical term for a prolapsed bladder, which occurs when the tissues and structures supporting the urinary bladder in its normal anatomical position weakens and stretches. It is a type of hernia where the bladder protrudes into the vaginal wall. A cystocele is also known by common terms like a fallen, >> Read More ...
Weak bladder is a common term to denote two urinary disorders, either urinary incontinence or frequent urination. Despite the use of the term ‘weak’, there is often no functional disorder of the bladder and successful treatment will lead to normal urinary habits and bladder control. Often the same causative >> Read More ...
What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition where tissues of the endometrium (the inner lining of the uterus) develop elsewhere in the body. Normally this tissue should only be located in the uterus. Endometriosis is most commonly seen in the pelvic area or on other organs in the abdominal cavity, but it may rarely >> Read More ...
What is PCOS? PCOS stands for polycystic ovarian syndrome or polycystic ovary syndrome. It affects the ovaries and involves the female hormones which regulate the menstrual cycle, affect fertility and contribute to the sexual characteristics of women. Although ovarian cysts are usually present, hence the term polycystic >> Read More ...
A moderate amount of vaginal discharge is common in most women and is considered to be normal. Under certain circumstances, vaginal discharge may become excessive – this may be physiological or pathological. Excessive vaginal discharge which is not related to any disease process (physiological discharge) may be seen >> Read More ...
