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Birth Control |
| A typical U.S. woman is fertile about 40 years — half of her expected lifespan. If you choose not to have children at any point during that time, it's important that you select a birth control method that you find comfortable and appealing to your lifestyle.
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Clomid Protocol for Ovulation Induction |
| Clomid is commonly used to induce ovulation. Remembering how to keep each step in sequence can be difficult. See the following to refresh your memory.
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Contraceptive Options |
| There are new and old choices in birth control. New options are on the horizon. Explore these issues and arrive at the best solution for you.
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Diagnostic laparoscopy |
| Laparoscopic surgery, also called band-aid surgery, or minimally invasive surgery is one method of performing many different operations with less pain and a quicker recovery.
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Endometrial Ablation |
| Endometrial ablation is an outpatient procedure performed through the vagina that can stop your periods forever!
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Evaluation of Abnormal Bleeding |
| Abnormal periods usually can be divided into hormonal causes and structural problems. Hormonal causes are common in teens and perimenopausal women. These problems occur in women with a normal uterus and can usually be managed with correction of the underlying hormonal problem. This may mean periodic hormone supplements, or perhaps the use of birth control pills. Hormonal problems may be a one time problem, or may require recurring treatment.
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Gynecologic UltraSonography |
| Gynecologic ultrasonography or Gyn sonography refers to the application of medical ultrasonography to the female pelvic organs, specifically the uterus, the ovaries, the Fallopian tubes, as well as the bladder, the Pouch of Douglas, and any findings in the pelvis of relevance outside of pregnancy.
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HPV vaccinations |
| The FDA has recently approved Gardasil, a vaccination for HPV for all female patients aged 9 through 26 regardless of their HPV status.
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Hysteroscopic surgery |
| Hysteroscopic surgery is performed using a scope to operate inside the uterus.
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Laparoscopic Hysterectomy |
| Laparoscopic hysterectomy is a relatively new surgical procedure that allows the uterus to be detached from inside the body by laparoscopic instruments while the doctor is viewing the uterus, tubes, and ovaries through a camera attached to a telescope.
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Management of the Menopause |
| Menopause is something that all women have to look forward to. It is a process, a transition, not a switch that turns on one day.
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Nuchal SonoLucency (NSL) |
| NSL stands for Nuchal SonoLucency. This prenatal screening test (also called the nuchal fold scan) uses ultrasound to measure the clear ("translucent") space in the tissue at the back of your developing baby's neck. That measurement can help assess your baby's risk for Down syndrome (DS) and other chromosomal abnormalities as well as major congenital heart problems.
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Ob Quad Screen |
| The Quad screen is a test of the mothers blood for hormones that come from the baby. The level of four different hormones are determined, and then calculations are made for your baby's risk of certain birth defects. The problems directly tested for are Down syndrome, spina bifida, and Trisomy 18. Trisomy 18 is a lethal chromosomal defect where there is an extra copy of chromosome 18 in the baby. Testing is offered between 15 and 20 weeks gestation. Results are usually available within 3 to 4 days.
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Obstetrical Ultrasound |
| Sonograms are an important part of caring for you and your baby. Sonograms are performed both at the Mansfield office and at the Midlothian office. Dr. Daum performs many of the sonograms himself, and has recently added Vicki, a certified sonography technician, to assist at the Mansfield office.
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Pregnancy after 35 |
Pregnancy after 35 can pose some special concerns. If your health is good, you should be able to have a sucessful pregnancy. More common problems that may develop such as diabetes and hypertension can be managed medically.
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Sexually transmitted disease screening |
| HPV, chlamydia, and herpes are the most common sexually transmitted diseases today. HPV (human papilloma virus), chlamydia, and gonorrhea can be screened at the time of pap smear.
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