Urinary Tract Infections and Vaginal Discharge Urinary tract infections (UTIs) and vaginal discharges are among the health problems that women frequently encounter. This condition is associated with symptoms caused by infections in the body. Urinary tract infections are infections that can occur in any of the bladder, urethra or kidneys in the urinary system. They…
HPV Vaccine HPV Vaccine | Today, the HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine is usually administered during adolescence or early adulthood and is considered the most effective vaccination before sexual activity. However, adults or sexually active individuals can also get HPV. There are several factors to consider when considering the HPV vaccine at age 40. First of…
Hysteroscopy Surgery Hysteroscopy is a medical procedure used to observe and treat the inside of the uterus. In general, hysteroscopy is considered a surgical procedure, but non-invasive or minimally invasive hysteroscopic techniques are also available. The difficulty of the surgery depends on a number of factors: Uterine Condition: The complexity of the structure and condition…
Genital Wart (Genital Condyloma, Condyloma Akuminatum) Genital Warts | Genital warts are the most common type of sexually transmitted disease. They are usually skin lesions that appear on the skin or mucosa. They occur as a result of HPV (Human Papillomavirus) infection. Genital warts are most commonly associated with HPV types 6 and 11. Warts…
What is Endometrioma Chocolate Cyst? Endometrioma Chocolate Cyst is a common condition in the female reproductive system. It is a condition in which endometrial tissue grows in other parts of the body (usually the ovaries in the pelvic area) outside of where the lining of the uterus would normally be located. Endometrium is known as…
How to Evaluate Low Ovarian Reserve, What is Low Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH)? Geringe ovarielle Reserve | Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) is produced by small follicles in the ovaries of women and is an indicator of egg reserve in women. The AMH test can be done on any day of the menstrual cycle. An AMH value above…
Ectopic Pregnancy Ectopic Pregnancy | An ectopic pregnancy is a condition in which a fertilized egg develops outside the uterus, usually in the fallopian tubes. Since this occurs outside of the intrauterine conditions necessary for the normal progression of pregnancy, it can cause serious medical complications such as rupture of the tubes and internal bleeding…
What is a Bartholin’s Cyst? Bartholin Cyst | A Bartholin cyst is a fluid-filled cyst that occurs when the Bartholin glands (small glands located on either side of the vagina) become blocked. These glands produce secretions that help lubricate the vagina and provide comfort during sexual intercourse. However, sometimes the outlet channels of these glands…
Symptoms and Causes of Menstrual Irregularity Menstrual irregularity is a deviation from normal in a woman’s menstrual cycle. A normal menstrual cycle usually lasts between 21 and 35 days, and menstrual bleeding is expected to last between 2 and 7 days. Examples of menstrual irregularity: No menstrual bleeding for 3 or more consecutive periods Bleeding…
Vaginal Applications About the Use and Importance of Vaginal Diaphragm Vaginal Applications | Vaginal diaphragm is an effective option that can be preferred among women’s birth control methods. The correct change rate allows women to manage their own birth control processes with this method that protects reproduction. The diaphragm works as a barrier method that…
