Personalized gynecological care to cover comprehensive
female health, including - yearly well-woman check-up; treatment of infections, menstrual
disorders; counseling on family planning, contraception, and menopause. Active
involvement in clinical research for development of new drugs and devices for
contraception, hormone replacement, infections and menstrual problems.
Health Information
Birth Control
Birth control is the prevention of pregnancy through the use of
hormones, barriers, devices or chemical agents. Many advances in hormone therapies to
prevent pregnancy are being developed. These include oral contraceptives,
transdermal delivery systems, implants and vaginal rings. The hormones work
by interrupting the cycle and preventing the monthly release of the ovum. These new
therapies offer convenience and reliability.
Different Birth Control methods that are currently available:
1. Birth Control Pill
2. Depoprovera injection
3. IUD
4. Diaphragm
5. Condoms
6. Contraceptive foam or suppositories
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Menopause
At menopause, a woman's body makes less estrogen and she stops
having menstrual periods. This is a natural stage in a woman's life. A lack of estrogen
can bring on symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Other symptoms can be
night sweats, insomnia, anxiety, depression and irritability. It can also increase the
risk of heart disease and osteoporosis. Because of this, many women take hormone
replacement therapy to restore estrogen after menopause. Hormones can be taken in the pill
form or by using a skin patch.
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Recommended Screening
tests
| Test |
What
and Why |
When |
| Pap smear |
A sample of cells from the
cervix to look for changes that may lead to cancer. |
Once a year with annual check-up. |
| Mammogram |
An X-ray of the breast to look for cancer. |
Every 1-2 years age 40-50; yearly
beginning at 50. Earlier if family history. |
| Cholesterol |
A blood test. Levels that are too high can
lead to hardening of the arteries. |
Every 5 years. Test done after fasting
over night. |
| Occult Blood Test |
A test of the stool sample for blood,
which could be a sign of cancer of the colon. |
Yearly starting at age 50. |
| Sigmoidoscopy |
A scope placed into the rectum or colon to
look for cancer . |
Every 3-5 years after age 50.
Earlier if family history. |
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