Tubal ligation is a process where the fallopian tubes are tied, blocked or cut, preventing an egg from travelling from the ovaries through the fallopian tubes and blocks sperm from traveling up the fallopian tubes to the egg.

Tubal ligation can be done at any time and does not affect your menstrual cycle.

A Pelvic Organ Prolapse occurs when the bladder, uterus, vagina, small bowel, or rectum droop or descend outside of the vaginal canal or anus. It can be caused when there is increased pressure within the abdomen such as: pregnancy, labor, childbirth, hysterectomy, obesity, and constipation.

The symptoms of prolapse vary depending on which organ is affected, and some women may not even notice any symptoms. Symptoms may include: low backache, leaking urine, chronic urge to urinate, painful or discomfort with intercourse, constipation, vaginal spotting or bleeding.

Endometrial ablation is a non-surgical procedure to remove the endometrium, a thin layer of tissue, that lines the uterus. It is done to stop or reduce menstrual bleeding and is only done on women who do not plan to have any children in the future.

Endometriosis is a condition where the lining of the uterus or Endometrium, gets displaced outside of the uterine cavity. It then reacts to a woman’s normal menstrual cycle changes causing inflammation, pain, discomfort and sometimes infertility.

Unfortunately, endometriosis is a common gynecological condition affecting up to 10% of women in their childbearing years. Because endometriosis can implant in a variety of places, symptoms vary. Some women may not have any symptoms. Pelvic pain is the most common symptom, and it is important to know that the severity of pain does not indicate the degree or stage of the condition. Other symptoms include: painful periods, cramps 1-2 weeks around menstruation, heaving bleeding during menstruation, bleeding between periods, pain with or after sexual intercourse, low back and/or abdominal pain during menstruation, painful bowel movements, and infertility. It is important to have regular gynecological exams monitoring your symptoms and any changes.

Definitive diagnosis for endometriosis can only be obtained by laparoscopy, however, medical history, physical exam, and ultrasound can often be used to determine the likelihood of having the condition and can then be treated accordingly.

Endometriosis currently has no known cure, however, the symptoms can be managed. Everyone reacts differently to endometriosis treatment options, our providers will work with you to find which options work best for you. Medicinal options include pain medication, hormone therapy, hormonal contraceptives, and GnRH agonists and antagonists. Surgical options include laparoscopic surgery to remove or destroy endometrial growth and hysterectomy.