Vaginal rejuvenation surgery, also known as vaginoplasty, is an increasingly popular vaginal procedure that can help restore a woman’s confidence and improve her quality of life. Although it’s still a relatively new phenomenon, it’s often shrouded in mystery. To help you better understand what vaginal rejuvenation surgery is and how it can benefit you, let’s take…. read more
Endometriosis is a condition that affects around 10% of women during their reproductive years. Characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, this condition can cause severe pain, heavy bleeding, and infertility. Fortunately, laparoscopic surgery may provide relief from these symptoms and improve quality of life. From NCCRM, fertility clinics in NC, here’s what…. read more
Beginning between ages 45 and 55, Menopause can be a difficult transition for women. With this change, many experience physical and emotional symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and fatigue. Hormone management can help reduce these symptoms to make this stage of life much more manageable. Before you start searching for “menopause treatment…. read more
When patients at our North Carolina Reproductive Medicine center think of birth control, the pill and IUDs usually come to mind. However, there are a variety of other methods that can help protect you from an unplanned pregnancy. Barrier birth control methods are a great option for those looking for non-hormonal, non-invasive ways to prevent…. read more
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder that affects one in ten women of reproductive age. In the past, those diagnosed with this disorder were usually told they were rendered infertile. With breakthroughs in reproductive medicine, this is no longer the case. While it’s true PCOS can cause patients difficulty with conceiving, with…. read more
Do you go through several pads an hour? Are your period cramps so severe you feel bedridden? You may have endometriosis. Affecting upwards of 10% of girls and women of reproductive age, at first glance this condition sounds rare. However, that translates to 190 million people suffering worldwide-which is far too many. If you suspect…. read more
Some women are lucky enough to go through their lives without ever having to deal with an ovarian cyst. For others, they’re a regular occurrence. Although most cysts are benign and cause no symptoms, they can occasionally cause pain and other complications. In rare cases, they may be cancerous. If you are actively trying to…. read more
Having pelvic inflammatory disease, or PID is no walk in the park. From pelvic pain to abnormal bleeding, this gynecological condition can be a nightmare in and of itself, but especially so if you’re looking to conceive. If you’re thinking of having children, you may also be wondering if this disease will affect your ability…. read more
An ectopic pregnancy happens when the fertilized egg attaches to a woman’s fallopian tube, abdominal cavity, or cervix instead of the uterus. While a pregnancy test may reveal a woman is pregnant, a fertilized egg cannot properly grow anywhere other than the uterus. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), ectopic pregnancies occur…. read more
Experiencing recurrent miscarriages or stillbirth can really take a toll on a couple who wants to have a baby, especially if it happens two or three times in a row. Most women want to know why it has happened and whether they could have done anything to prevent it from happening. Luckily there are a…. read more
