Gynaecological Conditions

Cervical cancer is usually a squamous cell carcinoma caused by human papillomavirus infection. Risk factors for cervical cancer include -

• Younger age at first intercourse
• A high lifetime number of sex partners
• Cigarette smoking
• Immunodeficiency

Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue from the membrane that normally lines the uterus — the endometrium — grows outside the uterus. This tissue acts just like the endometrium in accumulating blood in the monthly menses period, but it has no place to shed the blood at the end of the cycle. Common symptoms may include -

• Pelvic pain and cramping before and during periods
• Lower back and stomach pain during periods
• Nausea
• Fatigue

Fibroids are round growths that develop in the uterus. They are almost always benign, or non-cancerous. Usually, fibroids cause no symptoms and don't require treatment. But if symptoms occur, you should seek medical attention. Symptoms of fibroids may include -

• Heavy Vaginal Bleeding — Excessively heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding is a common symptom. Women describe soaking through sanitary protection in less than an hour, passing blood clots and being unable to leave the house during the heaviest day of flow.

Menopause is a normal phase of a woman's life. It is defined as the period in time when the ovaries cease functioning and menstrual periods stop. Today, Women are seeking immediate relief for their menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Common symptoms of menopause include -

• Reduced fertility
• Changes in menstrual periods
• Hot flashes
• Vaginal dryness
• Emotional changes
• Insomnia