Dr. Jessica Shepherd is a OB/GYN who founded Her Viewpoint as a community for women dedicated to providing a forum to discuss issues and share information. Her mission is to empower women in their knowledge on their bodies and to promote awareness on our options regarding our health.
Here, she shares the top 5 most embarrassing things for women to discuss at the doctor.
1. Heavy periods– This is often a topic that women do not discuss until it is very bad. Discuss any changes in your cycle with your GYN as it may be due to fibroids, endometriosis or endometrial cancer
2. Urinary incontinence– Many times after childbirth or in menopause, women experience urinary incontinence. This can be a cause of lack of estrogen, muscle spasms or uterine problems. It can be managed with medications, pessaries or small surgical procedures.
Get Well Wednesday: Dr. Jessica Shepherd Shares How To Talk To Your GYN Without Embarrassment
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3. Pain during intercourse– Often very low on the discussion list, but is a very important part of a woman’s life. Causes can be due to endometriosis, pelvic masses, depression, or sexual dysfunction disorders. It can be managed with pelvic physical therapy, medications, creams or surgery.
4. Recurrent yeast infections– Can be increased by diabetes or use of steroids. May require prolonged courses of medications, changes in diet and controlling blood sugars.
5. Hot flashes– After menopause, there is a decrease in estrogen which causes vaginal dryness, irritability and hot flashes. Discussion with your gynecologist can help determine which treatment is best for you including supplements, medications and changes in diet.
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Get Well Wednesday: Dr. Jessica Shepherd Shares How To Talk To Your GYN Without Embarrassment
was originally published on
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