by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | Jun 8, 2016 | Gynecology
Ninety percent of breast lumps are found by the women performing self breast exams. By examining your breasts monthly, you will become familiar with your breasts and more likely to notice any changes. You are looking for any change in your breast. You can...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | May 13, 2016 | Gynecology, Procedures
What Is a LEEP Procedure? LEEP is a procedure to treat abnormal cells, also called dysplasia, on your cervix. Cells on your cervix are constantly growing and changing. Sometimes these cells grow and change abnormally. These abnormal cells are usually first noticed on...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | May 13, 2016 | Gynecology, Procedures
A laparoscopy is a procedure which allows your physician to look directly at your reproductive organs using an instrument called a laparoscope. This diagnostic procedure allows your doctor to see problems that could not be seen with a pelvic exam, x-rays, or...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | May 13, 2016 | Gynecology, Procedures
What is a colposcopy? A colposcopy is an outpatient procedure to view the cervix and the vagina through a high-powered microscope called a colposcope. The colposcope looks like a pair of binoculars attached to a stand. It does not enter the vagina. Direct examination...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | May 13, 2016 | Gynecology
What Is a Pap Test? The Pap test, or Pap smear, is a screening test for cervical cancer. The test can detect changes in the cells on the cervix. These changes may be cancerous, pre-cancerous, or caused by inflammation. Why Is a Pap Smear Needed Every 3-5 Years? Even...
by Mt. Auburn OB/Gyn | May 13, 2016 | Gynecology
What Is Premenstrual Syndrome? Premenstrual Syndrome, commonly referred to as PMS, is a term used to describe the symptoms many women experience one to two weeks before the beginning of their period. Physical symptoms, accompanied by mood swings and depression, are...
