Minimally Invasive Surgery
The Sara Lee Center offers alternativesthe to more traditional, invasive surgery. Watch as Dr. Lindel discusses different options for gynecologic surgical procedures.
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The cause of gynecologic symptoms may be a mild infection, which can be treated. If the symptoms are ignored, a serious medical condition may develop.
Gynecologic Conditions:
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. Learn More
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. Learn More
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
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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. Learn More
