Obstetrician-gynecologists are medical professionals that specialize in female reproductive health. The providers can specialize in obstetrics or gynecology or practice both. Obstetrics focuses on pregnant women, including prenatal and postnatal care and childbirth. Gynecology focuses on the female reproductive system. Your South Charleston board certified OB-GYN can prevent, diagnose and treat various female reproductive health issues. The specialist can also educate women on matters concerning the female reproductive system. Your OB-GYN can assist in vaginal delivery and Cesarean section during childbirth. Obstetrician-gynecologists can treat many health conditions, and here are some.

Sexually transmitted infections
Sexually transmitted infections are passed from one person to another through sexual contact. HIV, genital herpes, gonorrhea, chlamydia, human papillomavirus, and syphilis are common STDs. Your obstetrician-gynecologist can successfully treat these infections when diagnosed early. Treatment mostly involves medications. Untreated STDs can spread to your uterus and fallopian tubes leading to infertility or tubal pregnancy. You can also pass an STD to your unborn child leading to disability or death.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is when the endometrium lining grows outside your uterus. It mostly develops on or around reproductive organs in your pelvis or abdomen, like ovaries and fallopian tubes. In rare cases, it can grow in your bladder, intestines, vagina, or rectum. Endometriosis can lead to heavy bleeding, painful periods, pain during sex, spotting between periods, or infertility. Your gynecologist can treat endometriosis through hormone therapy, medications, or hysterectomy.
Pregnancy complications
Although most pregnancies are uneventful, sometimes complications occur. Your obstetrician recommends regular checkups during your … Read More