CANDIDIASIS AND VAGINOSIS Helena Corleta, MD., Obstretics & Gynecology Specialist. General Surgery Specialist. Ph.D. in Human Reproduction by Ludwig Maximilian University-Germany. Alternative names: Thrush, vaginal yeast infection Vaginal candidiasis Also known as vaginal moniliasis. Candida is a fungus usually present in the gastrointestinal tract and perianal region. It grows well in the vagina’s acid environment… Continuar lendo CANDIDIASIS AND VAGINOSIS
Categoria: Obstetrics & Gynecology
CHLAMYDIA, GONORRHEA, TRICHOMONIASIS AND GENITAL HERPES
CHLAMYDIA, GONORRHEA, TRICHOMONIASIS AND GENITAL HERPES -WOMEN’S STD Helena Corleta, MD. Gynecology & Obstetrics Specialist. General Surgery Specialist. Ph.D. in Human Reproduction by Ludwig Maximilian University-Germany. Trichomoniasis Caused by a motile protozoon, Trichomonas vaginalis. It’s regarded as an STD (sexually transmitted disease). The most common symptom is a greenish or grayish, abundant, foamy and smelly… Continuar lendo CHLAMYDIA, GONORRHEA, TRICHOMONIASIS AND GENITAL HERPES
ENDOMETRIOSIS
ENDOMETRIOSIS Helena Corleta, MD., Obstretics & Gynecology Specialist. General Surgery Specialist. Ph.D. in Human Reproduction by Ludwig Maximilian University-Germany. What is it? Endometriosis is a benign condition characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue (the tissue that covers the womb internally) outside the uterine cavity. How does it develop? The exact cause is unknown. A… Continuar lendo ENDOMETRIOSIS
PREGNANCY AND MOST FREQUENT COMPLAINTS
PREGNANCY AND MOST FREQUENT COMPLAINTS Most of the following complaints diminish or disappear without the use of medication. Medication should be avoided to the maximum. Where these complaints do not disappear or become persistent, they might be manifestations of more complex diseases. Nauseas and vomits They are common at the beginning of pregnancy. When they… Continuar lendo PREGNANCY AND MOST FREQUENT COMPLAINTS
PREGNANCY DIAGNOSIS
PREGNANCY DIAGNOSIS In a woman’s life, the diagnosis of pregnancy is the one that causes the most intense emotions: from joy and sensation of wellness to deep sadness and feeling of helplessness. Any doctor assisting women at reproductive age must always ask themselves: is she pregnant? The failure in identifying pregnancy often leads to unsuitable… Continuar lendo PREGNANCY DIAGNOSIS
VAGINAL DISCHARGE
VAGINAL DISCHARGE What’s it? Also called vaginitis or vulvovaginitis, it consists of changes characterized by na abnormal vaginal flow, usually with increased volume, with or without unpleasant odor, irritation, itching or burning in the vagina or vulva, along with the need of constant urination. It’s one of the most common gynecological problems and one of… Continuar lendo VAGINAL DISCHARGE