by Virtuosa Gyn | Jan 1, 2020 | Blogs, Womens
Top Reasons for Abnormal Bleeding Premenopausal women bleed each month as part of their menstrual cycle. On average, periods last up to about eight days and occur every 24-38 days, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Some women...
by Virtuosa Gyn | Dec 1, 2019 | Blogs, Womens
Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Right for You? During your menopausal years, your ovaries make increasingly lower levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone. Decreasing hormone levels can cause a variety of menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes and vaginal...
by Virtuosa Gyn | Nov 1, 2019 | Blogs, Womens
Are You at Risk for Pelvic Organ Prolapse? Your pelvis contains several important organs, including your bladder, vagina, rectum, urethra, and uterus. A group of muscles known as the pelvic floor muscles hold these organs in place. When your pelvic floor muscles and...
by Virtuosa Gyn | Sep 30, 2019 | Blogs, Womens
Pelvic pain can occur anywhere below your belly button and between your hips. It may include your abdomen, genitals, or lower back. Pelvic pain can cause more issues than just discomfort. It can interfere with your intimate relationships and quality of life. Your pain...
by Virtuosa Gyn | Sep 10, 2019 | Blogs, Womens
Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that removes a woman’s uterus. After a cesarean section, it is the most frequently performed surgical procedure among women of reproductive age in the United States. Here at Virtuosa GYN, we’re experts at determining whether you...