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West Hartford 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 West Hartford * A Woman's Faculty Practice  Greater Hartford Women's Health Associates  Ob/Gyn Associates of West Hartford PC  Greater Hartford Women's Health Associates  A Woman's Faculty Practice  Greater Hartford Women's Health Associates  Greater Hartford Women's Health Associates  Marco Morel MD  Angelo S Carrabba MD  Collins Medical  Collins Medical  St Francis Medical Group  S H E Medical Associates PC  S H E Medical Associates PC  S H E Medical Associates PC  S H E Medical Associates PC  Womens Health Group  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Womens Health Group  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Womens Health Group  Women's Health Care Associates PC  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Womens Health Group  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Hartford Fertility and Reproductive Endo  Woodland Womens Health Associates  St Francis Hospital Maternal & Fetal Practice  Woodland Physician Associates Ob/Gyn Clinic  St Francis Medical Group  St Francis Medical Group  St Francis Medical Group  St Francis Medical Group  Grove Hill Medical Center Newington  Grove Hill Medical Center Newington  Grove Hill Medical Center Newington  Amal Das MD  Charlotte Johnson Hollfelder Center  UCHC Health Center Maternal & Fetal Medicine  UConn Health Partners  UConn Health Partners  UCHC Neonatology Associates  UCHC Health Center Maternal & Fetal Medicine  UConn Health Partners  UConn Health Partners  UConn Health Partners  Community Health Services  Connecticut Multispecialty Group Ob/Gyn  Community Health Services  Connecticut Multispecialty Group Ob/Gyn  Community Health Services  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Connecticut Multispecialty Group Ob/Gyn  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Connecticut Multispecialty Group Ob/Gyn  Hartford Ob/Gyn Group PC  Connecticut Multispecialty Group Ob/Gyn  Center for Fertility & Womens Health  Hartford Ob/Gyn Group PC  Nathan R Fischer MD  Hartford Ob/Gyn Group PC  Hartford Ob/Gyn Group PC  Womens Health Services Generalist Practice  Hartford Ob/Gyn Group PC  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Connecticut Multispecialty Group Ob/Gyn  Center for Fertility & Womens Health  Center for Fertility & Womens Health  Connecticut Urogynecology  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Hartford Ob/Gyn Group PC  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Hartford Ob/Gyn Group PC  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Gynecology & Obstetrics  Burgdorf Primary Care Center  Jane P Srinivasan MD  Woodland Womens Health Associates  Advanced OB/GYN Care LLC & Aesthetic Medical Center  Farmington Ob/Gyn Group  Farmington Ob/Gyn Group  Farmington Ob/Gyn Group  Farmington Ob/Gyn Group  Farmington Ob/Gyn Group  Farmington Center for Reproductive Medicine  New Britain Ob/Gyn Group Inc  New Britain Ob/Gyn Group Inc  New Britain Ob/Gyn Group Inc  New Britain Ob/Gyn Group Inc  New Britain Ob/Gyn Group Inc  New Britain Ob/Gyn Group Inc  Leena G Shah MD West Hartford, ConnecticutUpcoming Local Events2012-06-17
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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 West Hartford
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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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