Gynecologist
Urogynecologist
Specialists:
Urogynecology is a specialized field of gynecology and obstetrics that deals with female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery.
Why do you need to see them?
Pelvic floor disorders can cause a number of issues, like pain, bloating, and incontinence. They can be tough to talk about, but if left untreated, they can lead to some serious health problems. If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, you may want to see a urogynecologist:
-Vaginal bulging or prolapse
-Pain or fullness in the, especially at the end of the day or during bowel movements
-Urinary frequency or urgency, difficulty emptying the bladder, or incontinence
-Pain during sex
-Chronic pelvic pain
What do they do?
Urogynecologists handle issues related to the pelvic floor and bladder. This includes overactive bladders, weak pelvic muscles, reproductive issues, and bladder or rectal incontinence (the loss of control when going to the bathroom). Urogynecologists perform evaluations, diagnose and treat patients.
Your treatment plan will depend on the problems you’re having and their cause. Common treatments are:
Medication
Injection
Vaginal Pessary
Pelvic Floor Muscle Training
Nerve Stimulation
Surgery
Physician consultation is a good opportunity and you should be prepared for it.
- Carry all necessary medical records for the discussion. It helps in better understanding your heart condition and avoids repetition of diagnostic tests.
- Make sure you discuss your past medical history, surgical history, family history, and medications that you are taking.
- Discuss about your lifestyle habits, dietary habits and also about your profession. Your lifestyle and nature of job may be associated with the risk for cardiac diseases.