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Gynecologist Frequently Asked Questions

What Conditions does a Gynecologist Treat?

A gynecologist specializes in issues regarding a woman's reproductive system.They can treat conditions including endometriosis, fibroids, heavy and abnormal menstrual bleeding, hirsutism, irregular menstruation, menopause, pelvic floor dysfunction, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), pelvic pain, pre-cancerous and cancerous abnormalities, pregnancy, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), sexually-transmitted diseases, stress incontinence, urinary incontinence, urinary tract infection, vaginal yeast infection, and vulvodynia.

What Procedures do Gynecologists Perform?

A gynecologist may perform a colposcopy, cyrosurgery, LEEP procedure, hysteroscopy, pelvic laparoscopy, dilation and curettage (D&C), and hysterectomy.

When Should I See a Gynecologist?

Many doctors will recommend that most adult women see a gynecologist at least once a year. An annual gynecologic exam screens not just for cervical cancer, but also for cancer of the breast, uterus and colon. If you have any pain or discomfort in the vaginal area or your menstrual cycle changes it is recommended that you see a gynecologist as soon as possible. A woman who is pregnant should see a gynecologist as early as possible and on a regular basis throughout the pregnancy.

What Should I Consider When Choosing a Gynecologist?

When selecting a local gynecologist, here are a few questions to ask:

• Does your office accept my insurance?
• Are you Board Certified?
• Do you use electronic medical records?
• Do you deliver babies?
• Which hospitals are you affiliated with?
• If I notice a problem, how quickly can I get an appointment?
• Do you offer evening or weekend hours?
• Will I be seeing you or an assistant when I visit?
• Does the doctor specialize in any specific area?
• Do you have patient references available?
• How often do you recommend I visit?
• What are your views about recommending alternative, complementary or integrative medical approaches?

Finding a Gynecologist

Start your search right here on ThirdAge.com. Find local gynecologists near you, read reviews from other users, view ratings, or compare other important information. You can also ask friends, colleagues, or other people you know for a recommendation. You may also call your state's board to see if the gynecologist is licensed or has any complaints against them. Another resource to check is the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and you can research a physician's history of lawsuits and disciplinary actions through the National Practice Data Bank-Health Care Integrity and Protection Data Bank.