What is a Pap smear test? The Pap smear is a test that checks for changes in the cervix that may become cancer. If a Pap smear shows these changes, the result is called abnormal. In women who have regular Pap smears, abnormal changes are almost always caught very early. An abnormal Pap smear result Read More…
Vaginal Prolapse
What is vaginal prolapse? Vaginal prolapse is characterised by the protrusion of any of the pelvic organs, namely uterus, bladder or rectum through the vaginal opening. The condition is commonly but not exclusively associated with child birth. During the passage of the baby through the birth canal, damage can be caused to muscles and connective Read More…
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Advantages of minimally invasive gynaecology surgery Many gynaecologic conditions can be treated through a minimally invasive approach. Minimally invasive surgical options generally include hysteroscopic, laparoscopic, and vaginal surgery. The advantages of minimally invasive procedures include: Faster recovery times Minimal scarring Reduced blood loss and infection rates Less postoperative pain Types of Minimally Invasive Surgery The Read More…
Bladder Problems | Mixed Incontinence
Mixed incontinence – Women often have a combination of both stress and urge incontinence. The contributing factors can be the same or they may be completely unrelated. Therefore, treatment options need to address both forms of incontinence. Prevention of urinary incontinence – There are a number of steps that can help to reduce the chance Read More…
Bladder Problems | Urge Incontinence
Urge incontinence Urge incontinence consists of a sudden and urgent desire to urinate and the inability to hold the urine until a toilet is reached. Urge incontinence is usually caused by the bladder muscle contracting involuntarily. Urge incontinence is sometimes also referred to as overactive bladder or detrusor instability. Women with urge incontinence may have Read More…