best urogynecologist in chennai

 

Urogynecology: female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery

Urogynecology is otherwise known as Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery.Urogynecologists help women with pelvic floor problems. She/he handles everything from evaluation and diagnosis to treatment and managing the condition.

 

Urogynecology is the specialty of gynecology & obstetrics that deals with female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. A urogynecologist is a doctor specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor disorders such as bladder weakness and pelvic organ prolapse (a condition in which an organ falls out due to muscle weakness).The common urogynecology problems include –

·         urinary and fecal incontinence

·         Pelvic floor dysfunction or issues (unable to control the pelvic floor muscles)

·         Pelvic organ prolapses (a condition in which an organ presses against or enters the vaginal opening)

·         Fistula (an abnormal connection or passageway between two organs)

Whenever such situation arises, you should contact best urogynecologist in Chennai.

Urogynecology Conditions can affect quality of Life

Urological and pelvic floor disorders are very embarrassing mostly. Urinary incontinence and other problems such as overactive bladder, faecal incontinence, and interstitial cystitis may limit social activities. Women are often reluctant to discuss these issues with friends, much less their doctors. Urogynecology, also known as female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, is a branch of obstetrics and gynecology focused on treating women with pelvic floor disorders.

Urogynecologists and Diseases they treat

·         Bacterial vaginosis.

·         Bladder outlet obstruction.

·         Anterior vaginal prolapse (cystocele)

·         Asherman syndrome (intrauterine adhesions)

·         Birth defects in lower genitalia (hymen, vaginal septum, and uterine defects)

·         Fecal incontinence

·         Overactive bladder syndrome

·         Pelvic organ prolapses

·         Prolapse after hysterectomy

·         Stress incontinence

Test performed by Urogynecologist

·         Urodynamic examination - A urodynamic test is a series of three tests designed to assess bladder function and identify the cause of urinary system problems.

·         Urinalysis - Urine tests may include tests for blood, infections, and abnormal cells.

·         Cystoscopy

·         Pelvic ultrasound

·         Defecography

DR. Inthu M is an Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Laparoscopic Gynecologist and Fertility Specialist at Maaya Women's Hospital and Fertility Center, Kolathur, Chennai. Dr Inthu M is highly qualified and trained and is considered the best urogynecologist in Chennai as she is offering most advanced urogynecology treatments. Book your appointment now!