Gynecology Services
The modern woman often finds herself playing many roles in the lives of her loved ones - partner, daughter, sister, wife, friend, mother, homemaker, breadwinner, professional, and nurse.
Most of the time, you don't have time to think about your health - not until you have a health issue. Your health, care and confidentiality are important to us. Below are common symptoms which you should not ignore. If you experience any or these symptoms, make an appointment and get it checked out.
| Abdominal pain or cramping | Itching |
| Abnormal vaginal bleeding | Rash |
| Missed or irregular periods | Abnormal hair growth |
| Pain while urinating | Pain during sex |
| Urinary leakage | Lack of sexual desire |
| Vaginal discharge |
As a woman, you face major health risks (cervical cancer for example). Did you know that heart disease kills more women than men even though heart disease continues to be mistakenly thought of as a man's disease.
Did you know that more woman die of heart disease than breast cancer?
There are about 100 types of HPV. Approximately 30 of those are spread through genital contact (typically sexual intercourse). Around 12 – called "low-risk" types of HPV – can cause genital warts. In addition, there are approximately 15 "high-risk" types of HPV that can cause cervical cancer. Read more at www.thehpvtest.com.
These are just a few of the facts that every woman should know.
The gynecology center at NOVA Women's Healthcare provides education, care and treatment for women in the Washington D.C. metro area. We offer comprehensive gynecological services from STD tests and pap smears to coloscopies.
We can help you take better care of you. Make an appointment at our gynecology center and learn more about your health. To make an appointment, click here to contact us. Or select
Disclaimer
The information presented throughout our site is for educational purposes only and is not engaged in rendering medical advice or professional services. The information provided on our website and through our Links should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. It is not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, you should consult a health care provider.