Gynecology, Pregnancy and Fertility Blog

Hysterosalpingography: checking the fallopian tubes and uterus

Hysterosalpingography: How It Is Done, Does It Hurt, and Results

Classic salpingography (or hysterosalpingography) is a widely used, non-invasive diagnostic imaging method for the uterus and fallopian tubes. It has been in use for almost a hundred years and is mainly performed at a radiology center. It is a specialized test of fallopian tube patency, needed mainly in the investigation of female...

Bleeding after intercourse: possible causes

Bleeding after intercourse: what can it mean?

Bleeding after sexual intercourse is not rare. On the contrary, it happens to many women or young girls, making them often feel ashamed, embarrassed and not knowing how to react in front of their partner. Add to that the fact that blood can be an indication of something...

Dysmenorrhea: period pain

Dysmenorrhea: Primary and Secondary, Diagnosis and Treatment

Dysmenorrhea is defined as prolonged pains and cramps in the lower abdomen and pelvis just before and during the first few days of the period. For many women, period pains can be severe enough to interfere with daily activities for a few days each month....

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS): symptoms

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS): Period Symptoms and Management

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to the 4 to 6 days before menstruation, when a wide variety of symptoms may appear, such as mood swings, breast tenderness, increased food cravings, fatigue, irritability and depression. It is estimated that up to 3 out of 4 menstruating women have experienced some form of premenstrual syndrome...

Period pain: abdominal cramps

Period Pain: What Helps and When to Worry

What is period pain? Many women experience pain and discomfort during their period. For most, the pain and discomfort are not severe enough to disrupt their daily lives. In most cases, no special care or prescription is needed...

Female fertility and a healthy lifestyle

Third Trimester of Pregnancy: Symptoms, Tests and Preparation

What to expect as you get closer and closer to the completion of your pregnancy and the wonderful experience of the birth of your child! The third trimester of pregnancy can be physically and emotionally challenging. The size and position of your baby can start to make it difficult for you now...

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