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Just like children need an annual checkup with their pediatrician, women also need a well-woman check up with their gynecologist. Many women think that this appointment is only about a breast exam and a pap smear, but, with the right physician, it can actually provide much greater benefits to your health. Dr. Taryll Jenkins of […]
Vaginal discharge is, in many cases, a perfectly normal function of the reproductive system. For women of all ages, however, discharge can be inconvenient, uncomfortable, and even alarming. Not every type of discharge is considered among the various vaginal infection symptoms. We suggest that patients visit our office in Katy if they feel concerned about […]
A woman’s sex life is typically not something she discusses with many people. In fact, many women don’t discuss it at all, even when it’s going well. This can make conversations about sexual problems a great challenge, as women don’t know who to talk to, what’s normal or common, or where to turn for support. […]
Most adult women know that the first question a gynecologist will ask her is, “When was your last period and how long did it last?” For some the answer is easy because her period arrives like clockwork – after the same number of days every month and lasts for a consistent number of days. For […]
As a woman ages, she will likely begin to think more and more about menopause. Like it or not, menopause affects every woman as her ovaries stop producing eggs and produce less estrogen. Often menopause occurs at some point between the age of 40 and 50, although it could be earlier or later. A woman […]
Many adult women believe that pelvic pain in common and normal. Often associated with various stages of the menstrual cycle, women begin to anticipate or even expect twinges, heaviness, or even pain in their abdomen. Typically it can be treated with over the counter pain medication. However, in some cases, the pain becomes severe and […]
Many women know that their annual gynecological visit is an important part of their overall wellness. They know that the Pap smear is critical to detecting cervical cancer, the breast exam for breast cancer, and the internal vaginal exam for ovarian cancer. While these types of reproductive cancers are serious, their treatability is greatly improved […]
As an adult woman, many gynecological patients have had the uncomfortable experience of a vaginal infection at some point in their life. While some women brush this discomfort off as simply a part of being a female, in some cases it can be a sign of a greater problem. Below, Dr. Taryll Jenkins of Jenkins […]
Sudden changes to your menstrual cycle or abnormal bleeding may be a sign of gynecological problems. Because every woman’s cycle is unique, and some fluctuation is common, many women are unsure of when to seek help. The safest answer is to see your gynecologist if you are unsure. No harm can come from an extra […]
Pelvic pain refers to any pain felt in the lower part of the torso. Most women are familiar with dysmenorrhea, more commonly known as menstrual cramps. It usually occurs during, or right before, the menstrual cycle, and subsides in two or three days. However, not all pain is caused by normal cramps. If you experience […]
Every woman needs a gynecologist they can trust as a part of their woman’s health team. For many women, their gynecologist is the only doctor they will see regularly. However, whether a gynecologist is the only physician a woman regularly sees or if their gynecologist is a part of a larger slate of doctors, several […]
Health and wellness are important in a woman’s life. Often, as she gets busy taking care of her children and family, remembering their doctor appointments, soccer games, and favorite foods, she forgets or puts off her own personal health care. Woman’s health is made up of more than simply eating well and exercising frequently, it […]