Dr. Said M Ali

Many people who suffer from pelvic floor disorders limit their activities to avoid the potential for embarrassing leaking. Instead of accepting this limitation, you should seek help (or encourage your loved ones to seek help). PFD doesn’t have to be a reason not to live life to the fullest.

Anyone who has symptoms of a pelvic floor disorder (like incontinence, pelvic pain, or a pelvic organ prolapse) should see a medical professional as soon as possible. While many women feel embarrassed to talk about it, a urogynecologist sees many patients with the same symptoms and will be sympathetic and understanding.

What is rectocele? When the normal wall of fibrous tissue between the re**um and the va**na is weakened or damaged, the result is that the re**um can extend into the va**na. This can create a variety of difficulties, including problems with defecation that require the expertise of a urogynecologist.

Most women have heard of Kegel exercises, but do you know exactly what they are? When you do Kegels, you’re contracting the levator ani muscles, which are part of the set of muscles spanning the pelvic floor. Doing Kegels regularly helps keep your pelvic floor strong and prevent disorders.

Incontinence is a stressful and embarrassing condition which is why it is estimated only one in twelve people seek help for it. With the number of treatments available, it is always worthwhile to see your doctor.

How does an ultrasound work? The ultrasound sonograph machine sends high-frequency sound waves into the breast. The sound waves bounce back at variable rates, and a computer translates them into an image similar to a topographical map of the breast tissue and structure.

If you are diagnosed with a cystocele, there are several treatment options. They include lifestyle modification – such as avoiding heavy lifting and straining that could have caused the condition – and a device called a pessary that is placed in the va**na to support the bladder. Surgery is also a possibility, but generally is a last option.

Are you concerned that an unplanned pregnancy could throw your family into financial chaos? We’re always here to discuss your birth control options so you can decide which one is right for your family.

Urinary tract infections are an unfortunate fact of life for many women and can lead to more complicated conditions like kidney damage if not treated promptly. Recurring UTIs can be a symptom that something more serious is wrong. A urogynecologist can evaluate you for urologic abnormalities that might be causing the problem.

Can you eat healthy and still enjoy an alcoholic beverage once in a while? Yes, as long as you limit your intake. For most women, that typically means one drink a day, or about 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine. or and 1.5 ounces of distilled spirits.

While men can also suffer from pelvic floor dysfunction during their lives, the condition is far more common in women. In fact, one in five women under the age of 65 may suffer from pelvic floor dysfunction and require a procedure to correct it.

It’s important to remember that every woman’s body is different and will have a different healthy weight. We can help you determine how much weight loss (if any) is needed to maximize your health.

Contrary to popular perception, both men and women experience PFD or pelvic floor disorder. Doctors who specialize in female PFD are called urogynecologists, while many men may consult with urologists or gastroenterologists who specialize in PFD.

A stereotactic biopsy is often used when small growths or accumulations of calcium called calcifications are detected on a mammogram, but do not appear on an ultrasound and cannot be felt on a physical exam of the breast.

What is dysuria? It’s the medical term for painful urination. Because it’s a common symptom associated with urinary tract infections, many women experience this condition. If it’s persistently painful, it can be an indication of a pelvic floor disorder.

If you are having trouble sleeping, doctors often recommend keeping a sleep journal for a couple of weeks. Record when you fall asleep and wake up, any changes to your sleep routine, and how you feel during the day.

Diagnosing a pelvic organ prolapse requires a pelvic exam, during which the urogynecologist will determine which organs are involved and the severity of the prolapse. With this information, the best course of treatment can be developed.

Do you think you may be suffering from depression? Here are some people and places to turn for help: family services, social service agency, clergy, family doctor, counselors, social workers, employee assistance programs, and psychologists/psychiatrists.

Female ge***al prolapse is a condition in which a woman's pelvic muscles and ligaments are weakened or damaged resulting in an internal organ or organs pressing against the va**nal canal.

If there’s a history of breast cancer in your family and you’re in your 40s, now’s the time to establish a routine of regular self-examinations and commit to annual mammograms. These two steps significantly increase the chance of early cancer detection.

An endometrial ablation is a procedure used to remove or destroy the endometrial lining of a woman's uterus when she is suffering from abnormally severe blood flow during her menstrual cycle.

Vaginal discharge may not be a very popular topic of conversation, but it is actually a very helpful bodily function. Vaginal fluids actually help keep the area clean and carry away dead cells and bacteria.

In 1996, there was only one board-accredited fellowship for training in urogynecology. However, by June 2010, that number had increased to 37.

Depression is categorized as a mental illness. It can be costly and debilitating to sufferers and can result in increased work absenteeism, short-term disability, and decreased productivity. The CDC reports that ome in ten U.S. adults report some form of depression.

Is there anything I can do to reduce my chances of getting urinary incontinence? Check with your urogynecologist, but keeping your weight in check is one way and so is avoiding alcohol and caffeine. Both tend to cause the bladder to fill very quickly and lead to some leakage.

Mammograms screen for breast cancer, tumors and calcium deposits and are highly recommended for women over 40. However, monthly breast self-examination and regular doctor's examinations are also required to ensure optimal breast cancer screening.

While your health care providers will do everything they can to avoid surgery, sometimes it’s the best treatment option for pelvic floor disorders. A urogynecologist is the best person to see in this case, since they have particular expertise in va**nal surgery.

To stay healthy and help prevent heart disease, women need to pay attention to what they’re eating. Make sure you are filling your diet with fruits and vegetables, grains (including whole grains), low-fat milk and cheese, lean protein, and monounsaturated fats.

Symptoms of PFD (pelvic floor disorder) are varied. Women may feel the urgent need to urinate, experience burning or painful urination, have difficulty emptying the bladder completely, or experience the involuntary release of urine.

With all of the different types of birth control, it can be difficult to know which type is best. Consider how effective each type is, how much it costs, what the potential risks are, how much involvement your partner wants to have in it, if you want a permanent solution, and how available the option is to you.