Women’s Health & Wellness
Women’s health and wellness is important and healthy lifestyle habits promote a longer and more enjoyable life. As OB-GYNs, we educate our patients about this.
Health Info
CU Rocky Mountain OB-GYN obstetrics, gynecology and women’s health physicians place a special emphasis on treating you and empowering your health decisions. We offer comprehensive health information, patient stories and blogs on complete women’s health care and wellness.
Birth Control
Birth control, or contraception, is the intentional act of trying to prevent pregnancy by means of devices, medications, medical procedures or personal behavior.
Exams & Testing
Gynecology examinations and testing are routine checks on the general health and development of female patients’ reproductive system and organs. Common exams performed by gynecologists include annual wellness exams, Pap smears and ultrasounds.
Gynecologic Surgery
Our physicians are trained to provide a wide range of services, treatments and gynecological surgeries for women’s healthcare needs.
Menstrual Cycle and Periods
A woman’s period, or menstruation, is when the lining of the womb sheds, along with blood, exiting through the vagina. This happens if egg fertilization does not occur. Menstruation usually lasts 3-5 days.
Uterine Fibroids, Endometrial Polyps and Ovarian Cysts
Uterine fibroids, endometrial polyps and ovarian cysts can cause pelvic pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, and other complications including infertility. They may be identified during a routine pelvic exam.
Infertility
Infertility is defined as not being able to get pregnant despite having regular sexual intercourse for at least 12 months (six months if the woman is older than 35). About 10-15 percent of couples in the United States experience infertility.
Menopause
Menopause is a natural event in a woman’s life when the ovaries are depleted of eggs and she has not menstruated for 12 consecutive months. Treatment for symptoms may or may not be necessary depending on their severity.