Why Regular Pap Smears Are so Important to Your Health
Pap smears, also known as Pap tests, help to identify suspicious cells in your cervix that could signal a precancerous condition.
Category Archives: Gynecology
Our board-certified providers treat women with a range of gynecological conditions.
7 Conditions That Can Cause Sporadic Spotting Between Periods
Noticing a few spots of blood between periods can be worrisome, and although women may see spots in their underwear or on toilet tissue, there are usually benign reasons for these occurrences. Here are seven conditions that can cause sporadic
5 Useful Coping Techniques For Women With Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a very painful condition with no cure in sight, and often it can remain undiagnosed for years. It’s no wonder that women suffering from endometriosis need some coping skills.
Cervical Cancer Survivors: Here’s What to Expect
Hearing the news that your cancer is cured is one of the greatest and most relieving feelings! After the initial wave of happiness, however, you may have a lot of questions about what comes next.
Do I Need a Pap Smear After Menopause?
Chances are, you began receiving pap smears around the age of 21, and they have since become a routine part of your checkup for years. When you reach menopause, your body goes through several shifts and changes, but that doesn’t
Differences Between Uterine Fibroids & Uterine Polyps
Often times, uterine polyps and uterine fibroids are categorized as the same condition. However, these two reproductive health issues are very different in their nature and how they’re treated. In order to understand the differences, we must first understand each condition.
Cervical Cancer Detection & Prevention
40 years ago, cervical cancer was the leading cause of cancer death in American women. Since then, the number of deaths has significantly decreased due to increased awareness of the symptoms and testing methods for this disease. Although the numbers have
4 Essential Medical Exams for Women
As women, we face unique health challenges. In order to maintain long-term health, prevention and early detection of medical conditions and diseases is key. Depending on your stage of life, the following exams are recommended.
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
While ovarian cancer is only the ninth most common cancer in women, it is the leading cause of death for cancers of the female reproductive system. The ovaries are responsible for releasing eggs during ovulation and producing female hormones. Over
Take the National Women’s Health Week Pledge
You may be wondering what’s special about May 8-14? This month, the Robotic Gyn Surgeons of Nova encourage women to take the National Women’s Health Week pledge.