It is not uncommon for us to hear “Doctor, I am scared. I had a couple of drinks and then found out I am pregnant.” It is a known fact that alcohol is a teratogen; a substance that has been known to cause the Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, which includes abnormal facial appearance, and potentially significant […]
Most people associate symptoms of photophobia (sensitivity to light) and phonophobia (sensitivity to noise), one sided headache, as well as aura, as necessary symptoms of a migraine headache. The International Headache Society (international classification of headache disorders) has classified a migraine headache to include any two of the following symptoms: Moderate to severe pain Throbbing […]
In 2002, the WHI (Women’s Health Initiative) shocked the world. Ever since, there have been numerous, ongoing studies that have shed a more favorable light on Estrogen therapy. Here are the favorable findings: 10 years since the WHI findings, the following has been noted: Patients on Estrogen alone had a reduction in breast cancer which […]
Miscarriage can be emotionally and physically traumatic, raising the concern about a subsequent pregnancy and the appropriate time interval to wait prior to conceiving again. It is certainly important to take appropriate steps to minimize the possibility of a recurrent miscarriage, but the appropriate interpregnancy interval has also been a concern. Until now, the current […]
Reports indicate that upwards of 50-75% of women will suffer from nausea and/or vomiting predominately during the first 10 weeks of pregnancy. The cause is unclear, but fortunately only .3-1% of women will advance to a potentially morbid state called Hyperemesis Gravidarum, which can potentially cause significant health issues for the mother. A pregnant patient […]
There a several vaginal conditions that can significantly compromise a woman’s quality of life and can be effectively corrected with the appropriate surgical procedure. The vaginal vault is supported by fibro-muscular tissues which help support the uterus, bladder, vaginal apex (top), rectum, and the vaginal introitus (opening). Aging, uncomplicated childbirth, and vaginal injury from difficult […]
BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 are tumor suppressor genes that help protect against cancer. It is known that when a patient has an altered form of the gene (a mutation) she has a higher likelihood of developing cancer. Mutations in the BRCA 1&2 genes are associated with an increased risk of breast, ovarian, and other […]
In November of 2009, the USPSTF (U.S. Preventive Services Task Force) assembled by the Agency of Healthcare Research announced their recommendations stating: 1. The USPSTF recommends biennial screening mammography for women aged 50 to 74 years. a. Grade: B recommendation. 2. The decision to start regular, biennial screening mammography before the age of 50 years […]
Chronic, persistent, or intermittent lower abdominal pain can be one of the most perplexing problems a gynecologist will deal with. The patient and her physician often focus on her pelvic organs, appendix, and bladder as the etiology of lower abdominal pain. Unless there is objective evidence by proper pelvic exam, radiologic studies, or sonography laparoscopy […]
The 2012 Flu season is upon us! Pregnant patients need the Flu Vaccine! We have ordered as many Influenza (Flu) vaccines as available to our office for the upcoming flu season, which extends from October through May. Both the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) strongly […]
