Gynecology is a branch of medicine that aims to prevent and treat diseases of the female reproductive system. The general name of the field is obstetrics and gynecology, because it also includes the solution of issues of conception and monitoring of pregnancy.
When should I consult a gynecologist?
Far not always a woman knows that the cause of her ailment can be the initial stage of the development of a disease of the organs of her reproductive system. Therefore, the recommendations of doctors who urge, even in the absence of certain symptoms to visit a woman's doctor at least twice a year, should be followed.
Special cases when it is necessary to seek help from a gynecologist outside the plan of visits can be the following signs and manifestations:
- Changes in the menstrual cycle (irregular schedule, atypical discharge, periods lasting longer than usual);
- Vaginal itching, irritation, burning, discharge with blood, pus, other atypical signs;
- Pelvic pain more prolonged than during ovulation;
- Bleeding outside the menstrual schedule;
- Pain sensations in the lower abdomen (pain can be of different character: pulling, heavy, sharp, sharp, aching, and so on).
All these signs and symptoms may indicate the beginning of the development of very serious and dangerous diseases - chlamydia, candidiasis, inflammation of the ovaries, uterine myoma, polycystic ovaries, chronic form of endometritis, endometriosis, ovarian torsion, cyst rupture, and the like. Timely referral to a specialist will help to avoid unpleasant consequences and complications.
Also visiting a gynecologist is necessary when changing sexual partners, discomfort during menopause, if you need help in selecting contraceptive methods.
Gynecological services in Helios
In the medical center Helios in Dnipro in the department of gynecology for diagnosis and treatment is used modern high-tech equipment, new technologies are used. To identify disorders in the functioning of the organs of the female genital system is appointed:
- ultrasound examination - safe, highly accurate (ovaries, rectum, uterus, fallopian tubes, bladder are checked; also ultrasound machine allows to determine pregnancy at an early stage);
- videocolposcopy (examine from inside the vaginal entrance, walls, cervix; the method results in clear images of different locations, allowing you to assess the condition of the mucous membranes);
- cytologic studies, biopsy;
- laboratory tests: blood for estrogen, testosterone, prolactin, luteinizing and follicle-stimulating hormone, progesterone, PCR analysis.
After a thorough examination, the doctor prescribes adequate therapy, taking into account all the characteristics of the patient's body and the data obtained after the study.
Services for pregnant women
In the Helios Clinic every expectant mother can undergo all types of ultrasound screening, Doppler vascular dopplerometry, cervicometry, prenatal ultrasound. Experienced and qualified specialists of the center conduct a detailed examination, research, use additional diagnostic and preventive methods, timely detecting violations, prescribe treatment, which invariably leads to a positive result. The center also offers pregnancy management from the first week to the birth.
For more detailed information you can contact the administrator of the center by phone. On the website you can make an appointment with any specialist at a convenient time.
