Endometriosis and Your Bladder

One complication of endometriosis is its impact on the bladder, which can result in a condition known as interstitial cystitis. Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a chronic bladder condition characterized by bladder pain, urgency, and frequency. The exact cause of IC is unknown, but it is thought to result from a combination of bladder inflammation, nerve

Endometriosis- Preparing for Surgery

Preparing for Your Surgery: Laparoscopic Excision for Endometriosis Endometriosis is a gynecological disorder affecting 1 in 10 women, that is characterized by the growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, which can cause pain and infertility. Laparoscopic excision is a common surgical treatment option for endometriosis, which involves removing the abnormal tissue using a minimally

Lichens Sclerosis

All Lichens are not created equally but today we are discussing Lichens Sclerosis (LS). Lichen sclerosis (LS) is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that most commonly affects the genital and anal regions of both men and women (note that there are cases of lichen sclerosis on the upper body). It commonly presents as white, thin,

Maternal Health Awareness

January 23rd is Maternal Health Awareness Day and we want to share 5 major tips with you as you prepare for pregnancy and birth.  We all have heard the horrors of birth in the United States. We have the highest maternal mortality rate of industrialized countries throughout the world and additionally we as a country