When you’re diagnosed with a medical condition in your uterus, you can experience pain, heavy vaginal bleeding, and other uncomfortable and potentially dangerous side effects. In many cases, a hysterectomy is the best solution to bring you pain relief and restore your health. Anita Gondy, MD, Saovaros Michaels, MD, and Henry Luh, DO, our team of doctors…
Care for your baby starts well before their birth, and your health and wellbeing are equally important throughout pregnancy. Research shows that women who don’t receive sufficient prenatal care have a higher risk of pregnancy complications. On the flip side, getting the care and support you need can invite myriad benefits, from greater peace of mind to stronger…
During menopause, production of the hormones estrogen and progesterone drops off. And the symptoms caused by this disruption ― such as hot flashes and bloating ― can range from mildly unpleasant to debilitating. Fortunately, bioidentical hormones can replace these lost hormones and help relieve any symptoms. The compassionate experts at The Ob-Gyn Center in Las Vegas offer bioidentical…
Many people might describe “health” as being free from illness, and that’s a great place to start. The role of medicine and doctors throughout history is largely based around the idea of healing the sick. However, that’s no longer the sole focus of the field. Today, there’s a greater emphasis on wellness: keeping you healthy…
You’ve probably heard of fibroids, but you may not be exactly sure what they are. Fibroids are noncancerous muscle growths in your uterus. They’re smooth and they typically vary widely in size, growing anywhere from the size of a grain of rice to that of a large melon. When fibroids grow large enough, they can…
Endometriosis is a common medical condition in women of childbearing age. While it can lead to infertility, some women with the condition do get pregnant and have a family. If you’ve been diagnosed with endometriosis, learn what your treatment options are and how we can help you at The Ob-Gyn Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. What is endometriosis?…
Although ovarian cysts are very common, most women don’t understand what they are and if they are dangerous. The vast majority of cysts are extremely small and will go away without causing any problems or symptoms. In rare cases when cysts stick around and grow larger, there are treatments that can help, including surgery to…
Did you know that chlamydia is the leading sexually transmitted disease in the United States? When people think of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), they often think of the most common maladies such as gonorrhea, HIV, and herpes. However, there are more than 25 well-documented, highly contagious STDs that can prove detrimental to the health of…
If you’re over the age of fifty, you’re at an increased risk of developing pelvic organ prolapse. In fact, half of the women around your age currently suffer from some form of it. This condition affects older women the most because menopause and childbirth are two common risk factors. The doctors at The Ob-Gyn Center want to…
Even though it’s the most natural thing in the world, pregnancy takes a major toll on a woman’s body. Becoming a mother is one of the most wonderful experiences you can have. But, after nine months of pregnancy and, should you choose to do so, the time spent breastfeeding, you may not even recognize your…