Each year Pelvic Inflammatory Disease or PID affects around one in every one million women. In this article I am going to tell you everything you need to know about PID, and the effects of PID in your ability …
Ovarian Follicle vs an Ovarian Cyst? How to Tell the Difference.
One of the organs that plays a fundamental role in procreation is the ovaries. The ovaries are small, almond-shaped organs that lie on each side of the uterus, held in place by a ligament. The ovaries normally measure 3 …
Everything About Yeast Infection.
Vaginal yeast infection is a frequent genital fungal illness. It produces vaginal discharge, discomfort, itching, and inflammation. It can affect both men and women. A yeast infection is caused by an overgrowth of a yeast species called Candida on …
Dysmenorrhea. Causes, Symptoms and Remedies.
Are you one of those women that every month during your period can’t work, exercise or carry a normal life due to debilitating menstrual cramps? If your answer is yes, let me tell you that this condition is known …
Premenstrual symptoms or PMS. Everything you need to know.
Premenstrual symptoms or PMS symptoms was once dismissed as something that was just in our heads, but premenstrual syndrome is finally acknowledged as a real disorder. PMS affects women in different ways making us edgy, emotional, crampy or bloated. …
The Basics Of The Hysterosalpingogram (HSG).
When you go to a fertility doctor or clinic, they will more than likely begin by doing some basic diagnostic blood work and testing. One of the first tests typically performed is a Hysterosalpingogram or HSG. While you have …
Understanding perimenopause and menopause.
The stage of menopause is defined by the permanent termination of menstrual periods in women as a result of the normal decrease in hormones, by the natural depletion of ovarian oocytes from aging. Usually the diagnosis is made after …
Hemorrhagic cyst. Cause, symptoms, complications, ultrasound.
Hemorrhagic cysts in the ovaries are considered functional cysts. Cysts, in a general sense, are closed sacs, that are usually filled with gas, fluid, and can sometimes contain solid components inside. Hemorrhagic cysts develop specifically in the ovaries. In …
Molar pregnancy information. Ultrasound included.
Molar pregnancy or also known as Hydatidiform mole, and is one of the causes of miscarriages, although it is a rare disorder, it can bring complications if it is not detected or treated in time. In this article, I …
Endometrial hyperplasia. Causes, risks, ultrasound and treatment.
Endometrial hyperplasia occurs in approximately 133 out of every 100,000 women per year. The majority of cases occur after menopause among women from 50 to 55 years of age. On the other hand, atypical endometrial hyperplasia is mostly reported …
Postpartum depression. Causes, symptoms and prevention.
During pregnancy the woman’s body goes through many changes, the most significant of all, are hormones. The issue of postpartum depression or PPD is very delicate for many of us. It is important to emphasize that not only hormones …
Cervical cancer. All you need to know.
Cervical cancer was one of the diseases that cost the most lives in the United States many years ago. The excellent news is that based on a study reported by the Centers for disease, control, and prevention (CDC), deaths …
Teratoma. Causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Of all types of ovarian tumors, Teratoma is unique and rare. Even so, it develops in many women. In this post we are going to talk about everything you need to know about teratomas, and how ultrasound is one …
Irregular periods. Causes, treatment, natural remedies, ultrasound and more.
Irregular periods correspond to more than 80% of women’s visits to the gynecologist. Therefore, In this article, I will tell you everything you need to know about irregular periods and the role that ultrasound plays as the number 1 …
Blighted ovum. Cause, symptoms, ultrasound, treatment, prevention etc.
In the process of getting pregnant and starting a family, many women are fortunate to achieve it quickly and have healthy babies without problems at all. While others have difficulties even getting pregnant, or simply going through abnormal pregnancies …
Endometrial ablation, all you need to know.
Endometrial ablation is one of the most used outpatient Non-surgical procedures to treat abnormal profuse bleeding. But there are pros and cons that you should know before performing it. If you are interested in this topic, this post is …
Pelvic pain in women. Role of ultrasound diagnosing pelvic pain.
Pelvic pain may be related to many organs. In the pelvic cavity, there are portions of the intestines, the organs of the reproductive, the urinary, and a large part of the musculoskeletal systems. In this post, I want to …
All about IUD or Intrauterine device.
After you finish a pregnancy you should take care of other things besides your baby, things that are important to you, unfortunately, one of them is to avoid getting pregnant again right away. I don’t blame you, I wait …
How to recover faster after childbirth.
You just had a baby and now what’s next? Well, you have just started the postpartum period, one of the most painful periods of motherhood in my opinion. In this post, I will give you important information about the …
Practical self-care routine for busy moms.
As mothers our days are usually long and loaded up, dealing with the necessities of every other person in the house, mainly the kids, except ourselves. We hear so much discussion about self-care but yet it sounds overpowering, tedious …
All you need to know about ectopic pregnancy.
An ectopic pregnancy can be a life-threatening condition if is not treated quick and properly. Some of the most recent statistics for ectopic pregnancy according to the March of dimes study, show that: 1 in 50 pregnancies in the …
Urinary tract infection during pregnancy.
If you are a woman, your chance of getting a urinary tract infection or UTI is high, and that’s due to our Anatomy. In this post we are going to talk about Urinary tract infection during pregnancy, the causes, …
All you need to know about miscarriages.
Miscarriage means loss of an embryo or fetus before the 20th week of pregnancy. Most miscarriages occur during the first 14 weeks of pregnancy. The medical term for miscarriage is spontaneous abortion. About 15% of known pregnancies end in …
Preeclampsia in pregnancy. Natural ways to prevent it.
When it comes to preeclampsia an informed decision can be the difference between life and death, this post is not intended to scare you but to create awareness about the importance of receiving prenatal care with the right professionals. …
Safest Pregnancy and Postpartum workout plan.
Pregnancy is a precious stage for all women, unfortunately gaining weight is inevitable and losing those extra pounds can be difficult for some of us. It is scientifically proven that the exercise is very important in all stages of …
Adenomyosis, symptoms, causes and treatment.
Adenomyosis is a condition that affects millions of women around the world. Is a disorder where the endometrial tissue found within the lining the of the uterus grows into the muscles of the uterus or myometrium. Or in other …
All you need to know about Breastfeeding.
Regardless that breastfeeding is a very natural thing for women, for some of us doesn’t feel so natural. The pain, the hassles and the schedule/times can make the breastfeeding experience a very difficult one, but there are small things …
Endometriosis. Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Endometriosis is a condition in which the lining of the uterus (endometrium) grow in other parts of the body. Like the uterine lining, this tissue builds up and sheds in response to monthly hormonal cycles. However, there is no …
All about Polycystic ovarian syndrome or PCOS.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which a woman has increased levels of male hormones (androgens). Many problems occur as a result of this increase of hormones, including: Menstrual irregularities. Infertility. Skin problems such as acne and …
First trimester ultrasound dating.
Correct measurements in the first trimester are crucial to have an accurate due date, so here I will explain all you need to know about First trimester ultrasound, measurements, dating and guidelines. As you probably know accurate pregnancy dating …
Ovaries, hormonal cycles and common cysts.
Hi there, welcome. Have you ask yourself, how do my ovaries work? if your answer is yes, I have good news for you. In this post we are talking about all related to ovaries, Hormonal cycle, most common cysts …
Abnormalities of the Endometrium.
Abnormalities on the Uterine cavity are crucial on the process of getting pregnant because is a possible cause of Miscarriages and/or Infertility. This time I am covering Abnormalities of the Endometrium. Abnormalities of the Endometrium. Benign Endometrial polyps as one …
Uterine Fibroids, how to naturally treat and prevent them.
Uterine fibroids is one of the most common benign tumors that women suffer, in this article you will learn a little more about fibroid, how they are evaluated through ultrasound, and how you can naturally deal with the symptoms …
All about uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries.
Normal female anatomy and how is seeing with ultrasound.