Uterine fibroids are a much more common issue than you might think. According to the National Institutes of Health, one study found that between 80 and 90 percent of African American women and 70 percent of Caucasian women will develop fibroids before the age of 50.
Since uterine fibroids can cause severe symptoms and can even lead to trouble getting pregnant, it is important to know the warning signs of fibroid development.
As women, we face unique health challenges. In order to maintain long-term health, prevention and early detection of medical conditions and diseases is key. Depending on your stage of life, the following exams are recommended.
While most people are aware that breast cancer is an issue, many still don’t take the necessary steps to detect the disease in its early stages. Every October, doctors, nurses and organizations use this month to raise awareness for the detection of breast cancer.
While ovarian cancer is only the ninth most common cancer in women, it is the leading cause of death for cancers of the female reproductive system.
Uterine fibroids, which are benign muscular tumors that grow in the womb, are extremely common in women of reproductive age. Fibroids can display themselves as single tumors or multiple can grow. Depending on the type, size, and number of fibroids you have, they could affect a pregnancy.
In an effort to raise awareness about Group B Streptococcus (GBS), July has been made Group B Strep awareness month. Read these frequently asked questions about GBS to stay informed during your pregnancy and help spread awareness.
Dr. Eads encourages women to take the National Women’s Health Week pledge, and learn about your health and make small changes to improve it.
A bone scan is the only way to diagnose osteoporosis before a broken bone happens. A bone density test may be done of your hip or spine to estimate your bone density and determine if treatment is necessary.
If you’re scheduling your first gynecology visit and are curious what a gynecologist is, you aren’t alone.
March is Endometriosis Awareness month – a good time to learn more about a disease that affects nearly 176 million women worldwide.
Learn more about the gynecology services provided by Dr. Eads
Award-winning da Vinci robotic surgery for gynecological conditions
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