4 Obstetric Services For Women

Posted on: 8 October 2021

The field of obstetrics relates to pregnancy and childbirth. Obstetric care may help women have healthy pregnancies and positive birthing experiences. Here are some of the services that obstetricians can provide to women who are pregnant and those who have recently given birth: 1. Prenatal Care Women need to see their doctors regularly while they are pregnant. Obstetricians provide the prenatal care women need to ensure they have healthy pregnancies that progress as planned. [Read More]

Seeing The Gynecologist About Genital Lesions

Posted on: 6 April 2021

Finding a lesion on your genitals can be a bit alarming. Whether it's a lump, a bump, a sore, or a spot, you're going to wonder about its origins, what it means, and what you need to do about it. Not every genital lesion warrants a visit to the gynecologist, but many do. Keep reading to learn a little more about when genital lesions need care and what care your doctor may provide. [Read More]

Symptoms And Treatment Of Third Trimester Polyhydramnios

Posted on: 15 November 2017

Polyhydramnios or excess amniotic fluid can make for a very uncomfortable last trimester. Although it can appear as early as 16 weeks gestation, polyhydramnios usually appears during the last few weeks of pregnancy. An ultrasound is usually performed to determine if polyhydramnios is present. If there is excess amniotic fluid, the amount will be measured by the ultrasound technologist. Once your obstetrician receives the results, it will be determined if the amount of excess fluid is mild, moderate or severe. [Read More]

What A Gynecologist Looks For During A Rape Assessment

Posted on: 31 October 2016

Rape is never something you hope will happen to you. However, if you think you have been raped but cannot recall, your gynecologist can perform a rape assessment. Here is what a gynecologist looks for during this type of exam. Bruising and Abrasions Around the Labia The lips of your genitals should not have signs of bruising or abrasions. These are indications of rough or forced sexual encounters. When you do not recall having sex willingly in the last forty-eight hours, these are often the first signs of rape of which your doctor takes note. [Read More]