April 2018

Hysteroscopy

It is a special minimally invasive surgery that uses a special light transmitting telescope to view the inside of the lining of the uterus. Abnormalities of the uterine lining include: Fibroids Polyps Early precancerous change Adhesions/scared tissue It can be the cause of abnormal uterine bleeding (longer, heavier menstrual bleeding with clots) At the Health […]

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Bleeding During Pregnancy

Bleeding During Pregnancy BROCHURE Vaginal bleeding in pregnancy has many causes. Some are serious and some are not. Some causes result in bleeding early in pregnancy. Others result in bleeding later. Slight bleeding often stops on its own. Sometimes, though, bleeding may pose a risk to you or your fetus. You should call your doctor […]

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Streptococcus and Pregnancy

S&P BROCHURE Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a type of bacteria that can be found in up to 40weeks of pregnancy. A woman with GBS can pass it on to her fetus when she is pregnant or to her baby during delivery or after birth. Most babies who get GBS from their mothers do not […]

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Ultrasound Exams pelvic ultrasound

UltraSound Exam Brochure Ultrasounds create pictures of the internal organs from sound waves, this can be found in every major hospital and in many doctors’ offices. This technology is useful for the general health care of women. It is especially valuable during pregnancy and childbirth. This pamphlet explains ultrasound and discusses the many ways it […]

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