What is gynecological care?
In its most basic definition, gynecological care involves your:
- Vagina
- Cervix
- Uterus
- Ovaries
- Fallopian tubes
- Breasts
Within those five components that constitute your reproductive system are a host of conditions, concerns, and potential problems that deserve specialized care.
As a woman, your reproductive system has a way of controlling your health, and any problems in this area can have a cascading effect on your overall wellness. Now add the fact that your reproductive health is continually changing as you travel through womanhood, from the early days of puberty on through childbearing and beyond.
Thanks to this system, your healthcare needs are constantly changing, which is where good gynecological care comes in.
What are the most common gynecological problems?
While it would be hard to list the myriad problems that can affect a woman’s reproductive health, the following examples should give you an idea of the scope of care that Dr. Odogwu provides:
- Uterine health, including fibroids and endometriosis
- Reproductive cancers
- Abnormal bleeding
- Pelvic infections
- Sexually-transmitted infections
- Menopause
- Ovarian masses
- Polycystic ovary syndrome
- Infertility
Again, this list contains only a portion of the problems that fall under gynecological care, but it represents many common reasons why women seek Dr. Odogwu’s expert services.
What are the most common gynecological treatments?
The answer to this question depends solely upon your diagnosis. Rest assured that Dr. Odogwu typically starts out conservatively in his treatments and becomes more aggressive if your problem proves unresponsive. He does provide gynecological surgeries, including hysterectomies, should the need arise.
What else does gynecological care cover?
Apart from specific gynecologic issues, Dr. Odogwu provides preventive services which include:
- Disease and cancer screening
- Sexually-transmitted infection testing
- Preconception care and counseling
- Birth control
- Routine well-woman exams
To explore the gynecological care at Holy Cross OBGYN, call the office or use the online scheduler to make an appointment.
