Gynecology focuses on caring for women through the various stages and transitions of life from puberty to adulthood. Gynecologists focus on the medical care of females’ reproductive systems and health concerns.

Gynecology includes the diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care of conditions relating to a woman’s reproductive system, including the vagina, uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes. Gynecology also includes screening and treating problems with a woman’s breasts.

Your gynecologist may discuss contraception options, provides annual check-ups, answer your questions, and help with your female sexual health concerns.

Your gynecologist monitors the same conditions as your general practitioner and pays particular attention to how these conditions, such as diabetes, impact your reproductive organs.

He or she can also diagnose gynecological conditions, such as:

• Endometriosis
• Cervical Cancer
• Vaginal Infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
• Sexually Transmitted Diseases

A well-woman exam is an annual gynecological check-up to monitor your reproductive health. It’s an integral part of your preventive care.

During the exam, your doctor examines your reproductive organs, performs a pap smear, offers tests for sexually transmitted diseases, conducts a breast exam, and can discuss your contraceptive options. Your doctor will also review your general health with you, including discussions on exercise, nutrition, mood disorders, and stress management.

For women who are at a higher risk for certain diseases and gynecological conditions, your doctor may recommend more frequent well-woman exams.

A gynecologist can offer specialized medical support and help women through menopause and other life changes.