Uterine Health

Watch this video to learn about a patient's journey with endometriosis.

Watch this to learn about uterine fibroids and what happens in the body when you have them.

Even after treatment, most women have symptoms off and on until menopause. There is a lot you can do to help yourself feel better.

Endometriosis can vary from minimal to severe. Even early stages can cause a large amount of pain. The 4 stages are based on a complex scoring system.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) causes harmless cysts in the ovaries and also causes other symptoms. PCOS is caused by certain hormones being out of balance.

Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is a condition in which bleeding is abnormal and occurs at unexpected times of the month. This happens because of changes in the hormones that help control a woman's menstrual cycle.

Endometriosis is a condition that occurs when the tissue that lines the uterus begins to grow where it should not. It swells and bleeds like the normal uterine lining. This can irritate the area where the tissue is growing.

Fibroids are lumps of muscle tissue. They can form in the wall of uterus. They are almost always benign. It is not known what causes them.

A hysterectomy is a common procedure that some women may need to help stop pain, bleeding, or other problems. It can be done in several ways, one of which is vaginally. This video explains why you might need this procedure and how it is done.

A hysterectomy is a common procedure that some women may need to help stop pain, bleeding, or other problems. It can be done in several ways, one of which is abdominally. In this video, you'll find out medical conditions that may require a hysterectomy and what to expect if you need this procedure.

Watch this video to learn about a patient's journey with uterine fibroids.

Vaginal hysterectomy is surgery to remove the uterus and often the cervix. It takes 4 to 6 weeks to recover from the procedure. Here's what you need to know about caring for yourself during this time.

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove a woman's uterus. It can relieve such symptoms as severe pain and bleeding. If you have cancer, it may save your life.

Among the conditions where hysterectomy is used are endometriosis, fibroids, pelvic relaxation and cancer.

A hysterectomy is the removal of a woman's uterus. It can relieve symptoms such as severe pain and bleeding. If you have cancer, it may save your life. You will discuss what type of surgery you will have with your healthcare provider.

Here's what to expect in the first few days after your surgery.

If you decide on hysterectomy, your health care provider may suggest using a type of surgery called laparoscopy. This method has many benefits compared to open surgery. These include a faster recovery and less time in the hospital.

A laparoscopic hysterectomy is done using small incisions. Here is a list of conditions a hysterectomy can treat.

Before advising a hysterectomy, your healthcare provider will evaluate your health problem. You and your healthcare provider will go over the results of your exams and tests. Together, you can discuss your choices and make a treatment plan.

There are several types of laparoscopic hysterectomy. Depending on your needs, all or part of the uterus may be removed. In some cases, the cervix, ovaries, or fallopian tubes are also removed.

Read on to learn more about what to expect if you are having a laparoscopic hysterectomy.

After your procedure, you may go home later the same day of your surgery. Or you may stay in the hospital or surgery center for 1 to 2 days.

It often takes 1 to 4 weeks to recover from laparoscopic hysterectomy. But recovery time varies for each woman. Read on for helpful tips.

After you recover from your hysterectomy, you may feel better than you have in a long time. An active, healthy lifestyle and regular medical care can help you continue to feel good.

You had an abdominal hysterectomy, a surgery to remove your uterus. This can relieve such problems as severe pain and bleeding. It usually takes from 4 to 6 weeks to recover from abdominal hysterectomy.

Here's what you can do to speed your recovery following a laparoscopic hysterectomy.

Uterine prolapse occurs when the uterus drops into the vagina. In severe cases, the uterus can protrude from the vagina. The goal of surgery is to correct this problem and relieve your symptoms.

Uterine prolapse occurs when the uterus drops into the vagina. In severe cases, the uterus may stick out from the vagina. The goal of surgery is to repair the problem and ease your symptoms.

Robotic-assisted myomectomy is a type of surgery. It's done to remove growths in a women's womb (uterus) called fibroid tumors. The tumors are not cancer. The surgery is done with special tools and a robotic controller.