Abnormal Vaginal Discharge, Itching, and Odor: What Causes It and When Should You See a Doctor?
Abnormal Vaginal Discharge, Itching, and Odor: What Causes It and When Should You See a Doctor? Vaginal discharge is natural, but not all discharge is normal Vaginal discharge is something almost every woman experiences, and in many cases, it is a…
Thickened Endometrium, Endometrial Polyps, and Bleeding After Menstruation: What Tests Should You Have?
Thickened Endometrium, Endometrial Polyps, and Bleeding After Menstruation | What Tests Should You Have? Vaginal bleeding a few days after your menstrual period has ended Spotting or bleeding between periods Menstrual periods lasting longer than usual Bleeding after sexual intercourse Or bleeding…
Ovarian Cysts: Are They Dangerous, and When Should They Be Monitored or Surgically Removed?
Ovarian Cysts: Are They Dangerous, and When Should They Be Monitored or Surgically Removed? The term “ovarian cyst” can immediately cause concern for many women when it appears on an ultrasound report. Some are discovered incidentally during a routine health checkup.…
Severe Menstrual Pain Is Not Normal: It Could Be Pelvic Endometriosis — Know the Signs and Get the Right Treatment
Pelvic Endometriosis: This Pain Is Not Just “Normal Period Pain” Although menstrual cramps are common, severe or progressively worsening pain should not simply be accepted as something that must be endured. For some women, significant menstrual and pelvic pain may be a…
Menstrual Lower Abdominal Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Menstrual Lower Abdominal Pain Causes and Treatment Approaches at Sapiens Hospital1. Understanding Primary vs Secondary Dysmenorrhea Primary Dysmenorrhea is menstrual pain that occurs without an identifiable pelvic disease. It is associated with increased prostaglandin activity, which causes stronger uterine contractions and may…
Chronic Lower Abdominal Pain: It’s Not Always About the Uterus
Chronic Lower Abdominal Pain: It’s Not Always About the Uterus What organs can cause chronic lower abdominal pain in women? Many women experience occasional lower abdominal pain, such as menstrual cramps, discomfort from bloating, or pain associated with a urinary tract infection.…