Archive for April, 2009
What are Ovarian Cysts?
Thursday, April 30th, 2009Recently we have received many emails regarding ovarian cysts.
If you have a diagnostic ultrasound and a clear fluid cyst is discovered, chances
are there is little to worry about. Women produce cysts monthly as part of
the regular menstrual cycle…the clear fluid cysts, known as functional cysts,
usually contain the egg that is released for conception. These cysts [...]
Surgery for Endometriosis
Friday, April 24th, 2009Many physicians currently advocate hysterectomy as the best form of treatment for
endometriosis. I disagree. Once endometrial cells have implanted within the pelvis,
removing the uterus has no effect on the current condition. Implants need to be destroyed to reduce pain and
cramping…..as long as the patient still has her ovaries, monthly flow of estrogen will fuel
the spread of [...]
Types of Uterine Fibroids
Thursday, April 16th, 2009Fibroids,also known as myomas or leiomyomas, are noncancerous tumors of the uterus. They are strictly found in and around the uterus, nowhere else in the pelvis. There are several common types based on location: Pedunculated, Subserosal, Submucosal and Intramural. Pedunculated tumors are attached to the uterus with a stalk and free float in the abdomen or the endometrial cavity. They are [...]
Hysterectomy-An Over-Rated Surgery
Tuesday, April 7th, 2009In my opinion, Hysterectomy, the removal of the uterus, is one of the most overrated surgical procedures in this country. Statistics indicate that we perform over 650,000 annually and 80% of those are for non-cancerous conditions like fibroids, adenomyosis and endometriosis. Many doctors will recommend hysterectomy simply to relieve monthly symptoms: heavy bleeding, pelvic pain, and abdominal [...]
SYMPTOMS OF ADENOMYOSIS
Thursday, April 2nd, 2009Adenomyosis is a non cancerous disease of the uterine muscle, also known as “uterine endometriosis“.
Symptoms include heavy bleeding, clots, painful cycles, painful intercourse and abdominal bloating.
Signs include painful pelvic exams and an enlarged uterus. Not all these noted signs and symptoms need be present to have the disease. Adenomyosis can occasionally be visualized on MRI, [...]