Overview

Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome or MRKH in short is the underdevelopment of the female vagina and uterus. In some cases, the vagina and uterus might even be absent from birth. Women with MRKH have normal external genitalia; it is the internal genitalia that is not developed properly. Because of this, it often goes undetected initially. Only when a problem manifests (like failure in the onset of menses) is this condition diagnosed. Both surgical and non-surgical treatment options are available.

Prevention is always better than cure. Our master health check-up focuses on detecting dormant issues and addressing them before they become advanced. Women often tend to ignore their health and problems are left untreated until they become serious. Being proactive and undergoing a master health check-up will ensure early detection that will automatically translate to quick treatment and fast recovery. For conditions like cancer, early detection is vital as treatment is more effective when rendered in the starting stages of the disease.

Focusing on the adolescent age group, which is typically from the onset of puberty till adulthood, our adolescent clinic deals with all the problems encountered in this age bracket. Sometimes, for certain issues, treatment will be given in conjunction with other departments for all encompassing care. For example, eating disorders might require professional expertise from the nutrition and psychology department. Depending on the condition, we collaborate across departments to give our patients the best care.

Fibroids are fibrous tissue growths in the walls of the uterus. There may be more than one fibroid with variations in sizes as well. Fibroids usually do not develop into cancers. They might not exhibit symptoms and are usually discovered during pregnancy or during ultrasound. In some cases, fibroids might cause heavy periods, bleeding between periods and pain in the pelvic region. We treat fibroids successfully with medication and if necessary, surgery.

When your menstrual cycle comes to an end, typically at around 50 years of age in most women, that time period is referred to as menopause. While menopause itself requires no treatment, some women may need help with the symptoms that lead to menopause. Hot flashes, irregular periods, mood swings, night sweats, etc. are all experienced during peri (the onset of) menopause. Preventive treatment at this stage is very important and the doctor will suggest various blood tests and screening procedures depending on the patient’s unique condition and history. Vaginal bleeding after menopause definitely warrants a check-up.

Any bleeding that falls under the below mentioned categories is called abnormal uterine bleeding. It includes:

• Bleeding in between two periods
• Periods that lasts much longer than usual
• Periods that are very heavy

All these conditions need to be checked as they could be caused by various factors like fibroids, cancer, polyp, etc. Sometimes, it could even be early signs of pregnancy.

Problems related to lack of interest in sex, pain during sex or any other issue that stresses you and damages your relationship with your partner can be treated at our female sexual dysfunction clinic. Causes may be hormonal changes or some major illness like cancer which can affect your sexual activity. Treatment might include options like hormone therapy along with changing your lifestyle for the better, counselling, etc.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, PCOS in short, refers to the formation of follicles or cysts on the ovaries. Hormonal imbalance is thought to be a probable cause for this syndrome which is frequently found among many women of child bearing age. Manifesting as irregular and heavy periods, early treatment is of extreme importance as women suffering from PCOS are more prone to type 2 diabetes as well as heart diseases. Doctors also recommend healthy diet and exercise to promote weight loss among these women as it has a significant impact on PCOS.

When the body undergoes various changes due to pregnancy and child birth, the vagina and labia might undergo changes in both functionality and appearance. Cosmetic gynaecology addresses these concerns with more and more women opting for it nowadays.

Uro-gynaecologist typically treats the following conditions -

• Incontinence issues
• Problems with bowel movement
• Urinary tract infections
• Pelvic issues like pain
• Heaviness of vagina and any other sensation felt in the vagina

We understand that it might be uncomfortable and embarrassing for women to come forth on issues like the above. But you can rest assured that at Gleneagles Global Hospital our medical team will do their best to ensure your comfort and treat your condition with sensitivity.

Make time to get screening tests done. Lot of women delay screening tests as they feel normal. But the importance of regular screening cannot be emphasized enough. Conditions which commonly affect women like breast cancer, cervical cancer, etc. can be detected even before they manifest and treatment carried out when screening tests are done. Early treatment is key to recovery. We urge all women to undergo regular screening tests – we assure you that the benefits from these are too great to be ignored.

Though a lot of women are embarrassed to talk about it or get information on it, vaginal hygiene is an important part of healthy living. Your doctor can guide you on this. What kind of soaps to use, how to maintain vaginal cleanliness, what to do when you have vaginal discharge and other pertinent issues will be discussed.

Women need to be aware of the changes their body is undergoing. An important factor here is to make yourself aware of factual information. You can of course read up on this from various sources but speaking to your doctor and getting expert advice would be best. Being aware will help you take charge of your health and seek medical attention as soon as a condition crops up.