Frequently Asked Questions
Overview
Gynaecologists are experts of the female reproductive system. This includes the treatment, diagnosis and management of any issues pertaining to the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries and breasts. Obstetricians are experts of pregnancy care. Most doctors are equipped to deal with both specialities, allowing them to address the full spectrum of needs a person may have. These two specialities work very closely and are not the same thing.
Conditions & types of diseases treated by Gynaecologist & Obstetrician
Gynaecologist and Obstetricians are trained to deal with any of the following concerns:
- Ovarian cysts
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- Endometriosis
- Amenorrhea (lack of menstruation)
- Miscarriages
- Cancer of the vulva, vagina, cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes and the ovaries
- Dyspareunia (Painful sex)
- Menstrual cramps
- Preeclampsia
- Preterm labor
- Recurrent miscarriages
- UTI’s (Urinaqry tract infections)
- Uterine fibroids
- Yeast infections
- Vaginitis
- Vaginismus
- Preventive Procedures (STI panel, pap smears, etc)
- Vaccinations
When should you visit a Gynaecologist and Obstetrician?
A gynaecologist is also a kind of primary health doctor, so you should visit for any and all kinds of issues related to general reproductive and sexual health needs. An obstetrician can be visited when seeking fertility treatments, pregnancy related care, pre & post natal care, childbirths and even NICU.
At what age should a person start visiting a gynaecologist?
Age 13-15 is a good time to visit a gynaecologist for those people with vaginas/female reproductive organs.
What are some screening tests performed by gynaecologists and obstetricians?
Some tests include:
- 1) Mammograms
- 2) Pap smears
- 3) Pelvic exams
- 4) STD screenings
- 5) HPV tests
- 6) Fertility tests
- 7) Biopsy
- 8) Colposcopy
- 9) Hysteroscopy10) Ultrasonography