Forsyth Medical Center 
Midlife and Beyond
Gynecologic (GYN) Conditions
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Some symptoms you should discuss with your physician:
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Endometriosis
Endometriosis is one of the most common, non-cancerous gynecologic conditions. The endometrium is the tissue that lines the uterus. When this tissue grows somewhere else in the body it is called endometriosis. These abnormal growths may cause mild to severe pelvic pain, especially during menstruation. Endometriosis may also be associated with infertility.
Treatment for endometriosis can be either medical or surgical. Various oral and injectable hormones are available to help slow the growth of endometriosis. Although significant improvement results from initial treatment in some patients, others have recurring symptoms and persistent disease. Recent studies demonstrate that endometriosis can be managed equally well with laparoscopic removal.
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Do you have specific questions about gynecological health? Visit our Health Library for answers. |
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Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus that occur in about 25 percent of all women. Although fibroids are not cancerous, they can cause problems due to their size, number, or location. Laparoscopic surgical removal of fibroids is performed through several small incisions instead of one larger abdominal incision.
Pelvic Pain
Pelvic is a common complaint among women, which may or may not be a symptom of disease. Its nature and intensity may vary and its cause is often difficult to determine. Pelvic pain may have multiple causes, including:
- inflammation or direct irritation of nerves
- muscular contractions or cramps
- psychogenic factors which can cause or aggravate pain
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD)
STDs are infectious diseases transmitted through sexual contact. The best way to avoid getting an STD is abstinence. However, if you are currently sexually active or decide to become sexually active, there are many ways you can help reduce your risk of developing a sexually transmitted disease.
Gynecologic Cancer
At the Forsyth Cancer Center, we have gynecologic oncologists who are specially trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer of the female reproductive organs.
