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Port Saint Lucie Obstetrician-Gynecologist Doctors for Dilation and CurettageType of Physician: Obstetrician-Gynecologist What is a Obstetrician-Gynecologist? A certification by the Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology; practitioners provide medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders, to the extent that it distinguishes them from other physicians. This training enables them to serve as consultants to other physicians and as primary physicians for women. Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology Common Name: Ob/Gyn or Ob-Gyn Obstetrician-Gynecologist Doctors in Port Saint Lucie * Florida Community Health Centers Inc  Florida Community Health Centers Inc  Florida Community Health Centers Inc  Florida Community Health Centers Inc  Womens Health Specialists  Womens Health Specialists  Womens Health Specialists  Womens Health Specialists  Womens Health Specialists  Womens Health Specialists  Physicians to Women  William A Hewson MD  Physicians to Women  Physicians to Women  Physicians to Women  Heidi M McNaney-Flint MD  Gracewoman Healthcare  Costal OBGYN Specialists  Costal OBGYN Specialists  Audrey L Richards MD  Partners in Women's Health  Partners in Women's Health  Partners in Women's Health  Andrew C Leavitt MD  Treasure Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology  Treasure Coast Obstetrics & Gynecology  Allen P Friedenstab MD  Allen P Friedenstab MD  Theodore B VonZielinski MD  Absolute Health Care for Women  Lisa R Hearing MD PA  Daniel MacCurdy MD  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Institute For Women's Health & Body  Partners in Womens Health  Partners in Womens Health  Partners in Womens Health  University Perinatal Associates  Manuel G Garcia MD  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Berto Lopez MD PA  Nancy L Thornton MD  Palm Beach Weight & Wellness  Palm Beach Ob/Gyn PA  Devanesan & Devanesan MD  Advanced Womens Healthcare  Comprehensive Ob/Gyn  Advanced Womens Healthcare  Palms West OB/GYN Associates PA  Comprehensive Ob/Gyn  Advanced Womens Healthcare  Palms West OB/GYN Associates PA  Palm Beach Wellington Womens Care  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Just for Women Birth & Health Center  Anthony Atalla MD  Palm Beach Research Center  Renee Parker MD  Institute For Women's Health & Body  Institute For Women's Health & Body  Frank Rodriguez MD  Jeffrey Kotzen MD  Sara J Bernstein MD PA  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Institute For Women's Health & Body  Institute For Women's Health & Body  The Maternal Fetal Center  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Palm Beach Cancer Institute  Institute For Women's Health & Body  Institute For Women's Health & Body  Institute For Women's Health & Body  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Institute For Women's Health & Body  Ob/Gyn Specialists of Palm Beaches  Robert T Hayden MD  Felix Andarsio Jr. DO  Complete Healthcare for Women  Isaac Halfon MD  Complete Healthcare for Women  Emilio B Torres MD PA  Melanie Bone MD PA  Polyclinique De West Palm Beach  Michele R Beck Torres MD  Natalie Sohn MD  Ahmad Barhoush MD  Jose F Castaneda MD  Miracles Ob/Gyn  Palm Beach Ob/Gyn PA  Palm Beach Ob/Gyn PA  Palm Beach Ob/Gyn PA  Neighborhood Family Doctors Port Saint Lucie, FloridaUpcoming Local Events2012-05-30
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Dilation and Curettage (D&C)Read the Dilation and Curettage (D&C) article » What is dilation and curettage (D&C)?Dilation and curettage (D&C) is a procedure in which the cervix of the uterus is expanded (dilated) so that the uterine lining (endometrium) can be removed with a spoon-shaped instrument called a curet or curette. The procedure is performed for a variety of reasons. Most commonly, this surgery is done in order to help determine the cause of abnormal uterine bleeding. It can also be done to help determine the degree of abnormality of the endometrium in cases of cancer or pre-cancerous cells that are detected by an in-office biopsy. D&C is also sometimes necessary to remove tissue after a miscarriage.
Why is a D&C done?In general, a D&C is used to help determine the health of the uterine lining or to remove abnormal tissue. Occasionally, the procedure can correct some of the problems in the uterus such as polyps, scar tissue, or tissue overgrowth.
What are reasons not to perform a D&C?There are very few contraindications to D&C. Generally if a patient is too ill to undergo surgery, then she should probably not have this procedure. Furthermore, if the patient is unable to move her legs apart, such as with severe arthritis in the hips, the surgeon may not be able to perform the procedure since it requires enough movement of the legs to accommodate a speculum and the surgeon. If the patient is pregnant or thinks that she could be pregnant, she should not have the operation unless the D&C is for the purpose of an abortion. Pre-op: What happens before surgery?Before a D&C, the same general recommendations as for other outpatient procedures apply. It is recommended that the patient take nothing by mouth (food, water, etc.) for at least 7 hours before the scheduled operation. Often, the doctor will see the patient the day before surgery to discuss the procedure and the potential complications in greate... Recommended Reading Related to Dilation and Curettage (D&C)What is menopause?Menopause is defined as the state of an absence of menstrual periods for 12 months. The menopausal transition starts with varying menstrual cycle length and ends with the final menstrual period. Perimenopause means "the time around menopause" and is often used to refer to the menopausal transitional period. It is not officially a medical term, but is sometimes used to explain certain aspects of the menopause transition in lay terms. Postmenopause is the entire period of time that comes after the last menstrual period. Menopause is the time in a woman's life when the function of the ovaries ceases. The ovary (female gonad), is one of a pair of reproductive glands in women. They are located in the pelvis, one on each side of the uterus. Each ovary is about the size and shape of an almond. The ovaries produce eggs (ova) and female hormones such as estrogen. During each monthly menstrual cycle, an egg is released f... Other Related Dilation and Curettage ArticlesEmergency Contact for Port Saint Lucie
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Menopause
- Menopause is the time in a woman's life when menstrual periods permanently stop, also called the “change of life." Menopause symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, irregular vaginal bleeding, vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, urinary incontinence, weight gain, and emotional symptoms such as mood swings. Treatment of menopausal symptoms varies, and should be discussed with your physician.
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- Though uterine cancer's cause is unknown, there are many factors that will put a woman at risk, including: over age 50, endometrial hyperplasia, using hormone replacement therapy, obesity, using tamoxifen, being Caucasian, having colorectal cancer. Symptoms of cancer of the uterus (endometrial cancer) include abnormal vaginal bleeding, painful urination, painful intercourse, and pelvic pain. Treatment depends on staging and may include radiation therapy or hormone therapy.
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Uterine Fibroids (Benign Tumors of the Uterus)
- Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that originate in the uterus and are usually round or semi-round in shape. The most common symptom of a uterine fibroid is abnormal vaginal bleeding. Other symptoms include pressure, pelvic pain, pressure on the bladder, or pain during a bowel movement. Treatment options vary from surgery to medication.
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Miscarriage
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