The pelvic floor helps regulate bladder and bowel function as well as sexual wellness. It also supports the pelvic organs, such as the vagina and urinary bladder. What are the most common types of pelvic floor issues that can affect women? Find out here.
Did you know that some women experience two periods a month? And it’s not because of their irregular menstrual cycle; it’s because they have two wombs or uteruses. This condition is called uterine didelphys or double uterus. Here’s what you need to know about uterine didelphys symptoms and management. What Causes Double Uterus? Uterine didelphys is a […]
Reviewed by Mary Rani Cadiz, MD • Jun 23, 2022
What is Endometriosis?Endometriosis is a condition wherein tissue that is identical to the tissue lining the walls of the uterus, otherwise known as the endometrium, grows outside the uterus. Oftentimes, endometriosis is a painful condition that affects the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and the tissue lining the pelvis. In rare cases, it can spread beyond the […]
Reviewed by Mary Rani Cadiz, MD • Sep 16, 2020
The uterus is part of a woman’s reproductive organ. It is important for menstruation, pregnancy, labor and delivery. The uterus is a hollow organ shaped like a pear, with a frontal area that has an inverted triangle shape. It consists of four major parts: The fundus is the topmost area, where the fallopian tubes connect to the […]
Reviewed by Mary Rani Cadiz, MD • May 05, 2021
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Regina Victoria Boyles, MD
Pediatrics
