Proper digestion is vital to your health. Any problems you have with getting food through your body could be trouble. Rectal problems in particular can indicate serious issues, and you should know what they could mean.
Proper digestion is vital to your health. Any problems you have with getting food through your body could be trouble. Rectal problems in particular can indicate serious issues, and you should know what they could mean.
The organs and tissues in your pelvis are held together by your pelvic floor muscles. The weakening of those muscles can lead to a condition called pelvic prolapse. Find out what symptoms may indicate you have this condition.
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are problematic for women and can lead to complications like kidney damage if left untreated. Your doctor has medications to treat a urinary tract infection, but there are ways to manage it at home.
If you’re struggling to control your bowel movements, going through it is an embarrassing ordeal no matter what’s causing the problem. But know that fecal incontinence affects many people, and treatments are available.
Thanks to pregnancy and aging, women go through a number of physical changes that affect different parts of the body, including the urinary tract. Read on for some tips to ensure long-term urinary health.
It’s not unusual for women to experience vaginal discomfort on occasion. But if you’re dealing with pain severe enough to interfere with your personal life, you may have a type of vulvovaginal disease. Read on to find out more.
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common malady for women, and getting one increases the risk of a recurrence. Read on to find out what may be causing you to get frequent UTIs.
The uncertainty and embarrassment that comes with urinary incontinence can be a source of frustration for anyone who deals with it. But there are options available to get relief from this condition. Read on to find out more.
When it comes to digestive and sexual health, few muscles in the body are more important than your pelvic floor muscles. Problems with these muscles can create unpleasant complications you should look out for.
Millions of women deal with some type of pain during intercourse, and it happens for many reasons. Whether you experience pain occasionally or all the time, here are some ways to alleviate the discomfort.
Many vaginal conditions can be irritating but harmless. Other conditions can be dangerous, like vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia, or VIN. Read on to learn more about what signs to look for and how VIN is treated.
You can experience chronic pelvic pain for many reasons, like menstrual cramps, ovulation, and other issues during your period. But there could be other causes that require treatment. Let’s look at five of those.
Are you experiencing fecal incontinence but are too embarrassed to talk about it? You should know that millions of other people are in the same boat and that treatments are available to help. Read on to find out more.
If you have problems with stress incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse, vaginal mesh is a method that’s been used to reinforce tissue in that area. But this procedure comes with problems of its own.
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common condition for women, and many women have more than one in a lifetime. But what leads to a UTI, and what can you do to keep it from happening?
If you urinate more than seven times a day, you may be dealing with one of the many conditions associated with urinary frequency. Read on to find out what may be causing your issue.
Urinary incontinence can be an embarrassing and sensitive problem. But complications from loss of bladder control can be managed with treatment and an understanding of the causes.
Ovarian cysts are a common occurrence during a woman’s reproductive years. But how concerned should you be about them? And do you need to do anything about them? Read on to get some answers.
Pelvic pain has any number of causes, and it might be a symptom of other issues. The musculoskeletal system can play a role in your pelvic pain. Read on to see how we can help.
Nocturia is a urinary condition that can affect people of any age, but most people don’t even know what it is. To find out more about nocturia and how to treat it, read on.
There’s never a good time for urinary incontinence, but it’s a common issue for pregnant women to have to cope with. So, what’s the link, and can you do anything to manage it? Read on to find out more.
Vaginal health is important for women, and discomfort can indicate a number of things. Several diseases and disorders can affect the vagina, including vulvovaginal diseases. Read on to find out more.
A prolapse can be uncomfortable and scary, so it’s important to know what kinds of prolapses there are and how to deal with them. Read on to find out more.
As we get older, urinary incontinence becomes more common. But is it supposed to be part of aging? Is there something we can do? Find out more.
It’s difficult not to be embarrassed about fecal incontinence. But you should know that it happens for a lot of reasons and to a lot of people. Don’t be ashamed; find out what you can do about it.
If you’re experiencing pain during sex, it could be for a number of reasons. Read on to find out what could be causing your pain and what can be done to help.
Do you have problems with constipation, despite exercising, eating lots of dietary fiber, and spending time trying to go to the bathroom? The problem may actually be related to a condition called pelvic prolapse.
Vaginal mesh was designed to help women live full lives while dealing with pelvic floor disorders. Earlier this year, it was banned by the FDA. Read on to learn why it’s problematic and what you can do if you have a mesh implant.
Many of the conditions associated with pelvic pain have overlapping symptoms. Learn more about what’s causing your pelvic pain and how to get relief.
Having a baby can be a wonderful moment in your life. But it can cause a lot of changes too, especially when it comes to your body. If you’re experiencing bladder control issues after your pregnancy, you’re not alone. It’s a common issue.
Urinary incontinence can be uncomfortable, embarrassing, and a disruption to your life. What if a few dietary changes could help?
Have you experienced unexplained cramping, bloating, pelvic pain, or excessive bleeding? If so, you may have uterine fibroids. Keep reading to learn what fibroids feel like and how to treat them.
Urinary tract infections peak in the summer, and they can be both painful and inconvenient. Find out what you can do to prevent a UTI, and learn why you shouldn’t ignore symptoms of an infection.
Pelvic pain has many possible causes, and vulvodynia is one of them.
Endometriosis is one of the leading causes of infertility in women, but even if you’ve received an endometriosis diagnosis, you do have options to help you conceive and carry a child.
If embarrassing accidents prevent you from leaving your home, traveling, or participating in sports you enjoy, you’re not alone. Fecal incontinence is a common health condition, especially among women, that indicates an underlying health issue.
It can be frustrating when the solution to a problem begets a bigger problem, which can happen with vaginal meshes. Luckily, we have the solution.
If you’re plagued by pelvic pain and you’ve been unable to find relief, there may still be one solution that will bring help you — Botox. Here’s how.
Urinary incontinence can be inconvenient and embarrassing, interfering with your daily routine and enjoyment of life. Though there are many causes behind urinary incontinence, treatment can reduce or eliminate your symptoms.
Overactive bladder can impact your professional life, your fitness efforts, and your sleep schedule. However, several treatment options can make this condition less disruptive.
Vaginal health is one of those topics you probably avoid discussing with most people. But when you’re experiencing vaginal dryness, irritation, and inflammation, your women’s health specialist at Boston Urogyn can help – if you seek treatment.
Odds are you believed vaginal mesh surgery would resolve your urinary incontinence and other symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse. Unfortunately, many women develop serious problems after the procedure. Learn the symptoms of vaginal mesh complications.
UTIs are common enough that they make the “most frequent reasons women see a doctor” list. Just because everyone else is doing it, however, it doesn’t mean you have to as well. Learn how you can help prevent UTIs and maybe cut back on doctor visits.
If you are female and have ever had a child, are approaching menopause or simply getting older every year, you probably need to know what pelvic organ prolapse is and the symptoms it causes. Read on to discover more about this common condition.
It wouldn’t be shocking if the unexpected loss of stool is the last thing you want to discuss, let alone experience. But understanding the typical causes and treatment options available for fecal incontinence is often the first step toward a solution.
Women are sometimes surprised to discover the pain they experience during sex is often due to a variety of treatable physical issues. Find out more about what may be causing your discomfort and how Dr. Kohli can help.
The pain and burning of a urinary tract infection are more than just annoying. It can cause significant distress as you rush to the restroom and, untreated, can lead to more serious problems. Know the signs of a UTI so you can stop it in its tracks.
If you’re like most women, you never gave urinary incontinence (UI) a second thought until you had your first baby.
Millions of men and women experience loss of bladder control that ranges from a few drops to significant leakage.
If you find yourself canceling social outings to avoid the stress of finding a restroom, you’re not alone. Over 30 million Americans experience the sudden and uncontrollable urge to urinate known as overactive bladder. The good news is, you can put your da