Uterine Health

This condition affects a woman's uterus. The uterus is also known as the "womb." With adenomyosis, the tissue that lines the inside of the uterus grows into the uterus' walls. It thickens the walls. It also still acts the way it does when it's in the uterus. It gets thick and breaks down with your menstrual cycle. This can cause problems.

This is abnormal, unpredictable bleeding from your vagina. It isn't caused by things like infection, disease or pregnancy. It can happen between your menstrual periods, and the bleeding may be light or heavy.

An endometrial polyp is a soft, fleshy growth that develops on the inner wall of the uterus. A polyp may have a thick base, or it may be attached to the uterus by a thin stalk. A woman may develop a single polyp or multiple polyps, and they may be large or small.

This involves your endometrial tissue. It lines the inside of your uterus. That's the tissue that breaks down and sheds when you have your period. With this condition, your endometrial tissue begins to grow outside of your uterus.

These growths, also called "myomas," form in the wall of your uterus. They are made from muscle cells and other tissues. They can be small or large, and you can have one or many. Fibroids are tumors, but they are benign. That means they aren't cancerous.

Even after treatment, most women have symptoms off and on until menopause. There is a lot you can do to help yourself feel better.

Endometriosis can vary from minimal to severe. Even early stages can cause a large amount of pain. The 4 stages are based on a complex scoring system.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) causes harmless cysts in the ovaries and also causes other symptoms. PCOS is caused by certain hormones being out of balance.

This outpatient procedure is used to treat abnormal vaginal bleeding by destroying the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium. It takes about 30 minutes to complete.

This diagnostic procedure is used to collect a small tissue sample from the endometrium, the layer of tissue that lines the uterus, so that the cells can be examined under a microscope. Endometrial biopsy is performed on an outpatient basis, and takes about 5 to 15 minutes to complete.

This outpatient procedure is used to treat abnormal vaginal bleeding by destroying the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium. It takes about 30 minutes to complete.

This procedure destroys the endometrium. That's the layered tissue that lines the inner wall of your uterus. This tissue sheds when you have your monthly period. Ablation is sometimes used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding. It is used only when you do not want to get pregnant in the future.

This diagnostic procedure is a fluoroscopic x-ray exam used to identify problems in the uterus and fallopian tubes that may be causing infertility or to confirm that the tubes are completely blocked after a hysteroscopic tubal occlusion procedure. This outpatient procedure takes about 15-20 minutes to perform.

This surgery removes a growth (called a "fibroid") from the wall of your uterus. That's the organ we also call the "womb."

Hysteroscopy is a procedure that allows your healthcare provider to see inside your uterus. Diagnostic hysteroscopy can help find the causes of problems in the uterus.

A hysterectomy is a common procedure that some women may need to help stop pain, bleeding, or other problems. It can be done in several ways, one of which is abdominally. In this video, you'll find out medical conditions that may require a hysterectomy and what to expect if you need this procedure.

This minimally-invasive procedure, performed with the da Vinci Surgical System, is used to remove a diseased uterus. In some cases, the surgeon may also have to remove the cervix, ovaries, fallopian tubes or surrounding lymph nodes.

This surgery removes the uterus. That's also known as the "womb." Other organs may be removed, too. Let's learn about the basic types of hysterectomy, and why they are done.

This outpatient procedure is used to examine and in some cases treat abnormalities in the lining of the uterus. The procedure is performed with a lighted viewing instrument called a hysteroscope.

This minimally-invasive procedure is used to remove a uterus through one small incision in the navel. A LESS hysterectomy has fewer incision sites than traditional open or laparoscopic procedures and will provide a better cosmetic outcome for the patient.

This minimally-invasive procedure is used to remove the uterus through small incisions in the abdomen while leaving the cervix and ovaries intact.

This minimally-invasive procedure is used to remove both the uterus and the cervix through small incisions in the abdomen.

Vaginal hysterectomy is surgery to remove the uterus and often the cervix. It takes 4 to 6 weeks to recover from the procedure. Here's what you need to know about caring for yourself during this time.

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove a woman's uterus. It can relieve such symptoms as severe pain and bleeding. If you have cancer, it may save your life.

Among the conditions where hysterectomy is used are endometriosis, fibroids, pelvic relaxation and cancer.

A hysterectomy is the removal of a woman's uterus. It can relieve symptoms such as severe pain and bleeding. If you have cancer, it may save your life. You will discuss what type of surgery you will have with your healthcare provider.

Here's what to expect in the first few days after your surgery.

If you decide on hysterectomy, your doctor may suggest using a type of surgery called laparoscopy. This method has many benefits compared to open surgery. These include a faster recovery and less time in the hospital.

A laparoscopic hysterectomy is done using small incisions. Here is a list of conditions a hysterectomy can treat.

Before advising a hysterectomy, your doctor will evaluate your health problem. You and your doctor will go over the results of your exams and tests. Together, you can discuss your options and make a treatment plan.

There are several types of laparoscopic hysterectomy. Depending on your needs, all or part of the uterus may be removed. In some cases, the cervix, ovaries, or fallopian tubes are also removed.

Read on to learn more about what to expect if you are having a laparoscopic hysterectomy.

After your procedure, you may go home later the same day of your surgery. Or you may stay in the hospital or surgery center for 1 to 2 days.

It often takes 1 to 4 weeks to recover from laparoscopic hysterectomy. But recovery time varies for each woman. Read on for helpful tips.

After you recover from your hysterectomy, you may feel better than you have in a long time. An active, healthy lifestyle and regular medical care can help you continue to feel good.

You had an abdominal hysterectomy, a surgery to remove your uterus. This can relieve such problems as severe pain and bleeding. It usually takes from 4 to 6 weeks to recover from abdominal hysterectomy.

Here's what you can do to speed your recovery following a laparoscopic hysterectomy.

Uterine prolapse occurs when the uterus drops into the vagina. In severe cases, the uterus can protrude from the vagina. The goal of surgery is to correct this problem and relieve your symptoms.

Uterine prolapse occurs when the uterus drops into the vagina. In severe cases, the uterus may stick out from the vagina. The goal of surgery is to repair the problem and ease your symptoms.

This outpatient procedure is used to remove one or more fibroids - growths that commonly develop along the walls of the uterus. The procedure is performed with the aid of a specialized device called a resectoscope, which is inserted through the cervix and into the uterus. The resectoscope contains a light, camera and a wire loop or other cutting instrument.

Myomectomy is a surgical procedure to remove uterine fibroids. This procedure may preserve your uterus and your ability to have children.

Robotic-assisted myomectomy is a type of surgery. It's done to remove growths called fibroid tumors from a woman's womb (uterus). The tumors are usually not cancerous. The surgery is done with special tools and a robotic controller.

Robotic-assisted myomectomy is a type of surgery. It's done to remove growths in a women's womb (uterus) called fibroid tumors. The tumors are not cancer. The surgery is done with special tools and a robotic controller.