Women’s Health

Urinary Stress Incontinence

Involuntarily losing pee due to laughing, sneezing, coughing, or leaping affects around 25 million women annually in the US. This condition is known as urinary stress incontinence. Women of all ages are affected by this issue, which may arise from delivery or a simple hereditary tendency.

Urinary sling surgery has been the most successful treatment for this issue in the past, and continues to be. There are, however, some non-surgical options for treating incontinence, such as Emfemme™ and PRP.

Urge Incontinence

A form of urine incontinence known as “urge incontinence” results in an overwhelming, urgent need to urinate multiple times throughout the day and night. Urine may spill before you reach the restroom. A small ailment like an infection or a more serious one like diabetes or a neurological issue can both lead to urge incontinence. It is important to let Dr. Drakhshan know if you’re exhibiting signs of urge incontinence.  She can assist in determining the root problem and suggest suitable courses of action.

Genitourinary Symptoms

Genitourinary symptoms during menopause or perimenopausal stage

Women frequently experience genitourinary difficulties, which are brought on by hormonal changes that take place during the menopause, perimenopausal stage, and postpartum. These symptoms can include burning, itching, and dryness in the vagina, pain during sexual activity (dyspareunia), urinary symptoms, and heightened vulnerability to vaginal infections and urinary tract infections (UTIs). Most women get treated for or suffer from UTIs.

Although lubricants, Kegel exercises, hormone therapy, and lifestyle changes have been often employed, there have been developments in the field of symptom management. The vaginal tissues can be rejuvenated, and collagen formation stimulated with minimally invasive techniques such as PRP, laser therapy, and radiofrequency treatment.

Genitourinary symptoms after childbirth

Following childbirth, genitourinary problems are frequently experienced and may arise as a result of changes in the pelvic area during pregnancy and delivery. Vaginal dryness, dyspareunia (pain or discomfort during sexual activity), urine incontinence, urgency, and pelvic organ prolapse are a few examples of these symptoms.

In recent times, there have been breakthroughs in treatment options for genitourinary issues after childbirth, but lifestyle modifications, Kegel exercises, hormone therapy, and lubricants have been commonplace methods. These choices may offer women with postpartum genitourinary problems more efficient relief.

Treatment

If you suffer from genitourinary symptoms either after childbirth or menopause, it will be important to schedule a comprehensive consult to determine the proper treatment. Please CONTACT our office today and schedule a consultation with Dr Drakhshan.

Pelvic Pain

Pelvic pain and discomfort can occur for a number of different reasons. Constipation, fibroids, and PID are a few of these.

The region of the body beneath the belly or abdomen is called the pelvis and it contains a wide range of organs and structures, such as the bowel and rectum, blood vessels, nerves, reproductive organs, bladder, and urine systems.

Some common causes for pelvic pain:

• Appendicitis
• Bladder disorders (such as urinary tract infections)
• Sexually transmitted infections
• Kidney infection or kidney stones
• Intestinal disorders (such as diverticulitis or colitis)
• Nerve conditions (such as pinched nerves of your spine)
• Hernia
• Pelvis disorders (such as tightness and spasm of pelvic muscles)
• Broken pelvic bones
• Pregnancy
• Ectopic pregnancy
• Uterine fibroids

Common Symptoms

• Vaginal bleeding, spotting or discharge
• Menstrual pain
• Dysuria (painful urination)
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Bloating or gas
• Rectal bleeding

Treatment

The type of treatment will be based on the findings of a physical examination.  Pelvic pain can be treated with medicine such as pain killers or anti-biotics, physical therapy, and sometimes surgery will be recommended.   If you are experiencing these symptoms of pelvic pain, CONTACT our office today and schedule a consultation with Dr Drakhshan.