n Overactive bladder (OAB) is a prevalent condition that impacts the lives of numerous women globally, leading to symptoms like frequent urination, sudden urges to urinate, and incontinence. While OAB can affect women of all ages, it is more commonly observed in older women due to changes in pelvic floor muscles, hormonal fluctuations, and other factors.
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Urodynamics Test
Urodynamics is a diagnostic procedure used to evaluate the function and efficiency of the urinary system, including the bladder, urethra, and associated muscles. It involves a series of tests that assess how well the urinary system stores and releases urine. During a urodynamics test, various measurements are taken to evaluate bladder pressure, urine flow, and muscle activity.
Menopause and Testosterone
During menopause, women experience a decline in hormone levels, including oestrogen and progesterone. Interestingly, testosterone levels also decrease but at a slower rate. However, testosterone plays a role in women’s overall health, including maintaining muscle mass, bone density, and sexual well-being.
Dyspareunia
Dyspareunia is a term used to describe persistent or recurrent pain experienced by individuals during sexual intercourse. It can have a significant physical and emotional impact on individuals and their relationships, often leading to decreased sexual satisfaction and intimacy.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is a hormonal disorder that impacts the reproductive system and can cause a range of symptoms with the most common being irregular periods, excessive hair growth, acne and weight gain.
Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer was often referred to as ‘the silent killer’ because many of the symptoms that women present can indeed be mistaken for other diseases or illnesses. However, with greater awareness and better treatment options, the early signs of ovarian cancer can be detected and successfully treated. In this feature, we show why greater awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer is so important.
vNOTES
vNOTES is shorthand for Transvaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery. It was developed to improve surgical outcomes of a hysterectomy. Instead of accessing the woman’s reproductive organs by abdominal surgery or keyhole incisions, vNOTES permits the access is through a woman’s vagina using the most advanced technology available.
Gynaecology in the North West of England
This feature considers the challenges facing women seeking help for gynaecological conditions in the North West of England, and shows that there are services closer to home that can offer relief from conditions. Read more on private gynaecology in the north west of England.
Endometriosis Awareness
Did you know that last month (March 2023) was Endometriosis Action Month? Probably not because this condition which affects over 1.5M women in the UK has been woefully overlooked. Here at the Lancashire Gynaecologist we want to help to raise awareness about this serious and painful condition
Vaginal Tearing
Vaginal tears or cuts are injuries to the vaginal tissues and are surprisingly common. They usually affect the vagina or the labia (vulva), the external genitals. This article attempts to explain what causes vaginal tears, their symptoms, how they are treated, and when you should seek help from your doctor.
Female Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence, or the unintentional leakage of urine, is a very common problem among women. This article takes a deep delve into the problem, the causes and the treatment.
Fibroids and Fibroid Degeneration
Fibroids are a common condition that affects many women during their reproductive years when oestrogen levels are at their highest. Many women have no symptoms, but depending on the number, position, and size of the fibroid(s), they can for some, become serious and painful.
Labia Reduction and Refashioning
A labial reduction/refashioning is a surgical procedure that reduces and changes the appearance of the inner lips of the external genitalia. Many women consider having the procedure for many reasons, but mainly to reduce the size of the labia, improve their appearance or symmetry, or reduce discomfort.
Bladder Health and the Menopause
Bladder problems are one of the most common issues women experience when going through menopause. Until recently, menopause was a taboo subject, and women were expected to ‘put up and shut up’ about their symptoms.
The Importance of Pelvic Health
Our pelvic floor muscles are important for supporting the bladder, bowel and the uterus and are also important in sexual function. However, in some cases the pelvic area may weaken and cause pain or discomfort.
Vaginal Hysterectomy
There are many reasons why a vaginal hysterectomy is recommended. Our short article gives you all the information you need, from why you may need this type of surgery, to the procedure and associated recovery times.