Gynecological Treatments
Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding
Abnormal menstrual bleeding is any deviation from the regular menstrual cycle, including heavy bleeding, prolonged periods, or bleeding between periods.
Treatment: Dr. Munshi approaches this condition by identifying the underlying cause through diagnostic methods such as ultrasound and endometrial biopsy. Treatment options include hormonal therapies, non-hormonal medications, and surgical interventions like endometrial ablation or hysterectomy.
Ectopic Pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, commonly in the fallopian tube.
Treatment: Dr. Munshi addresses ectopic pregnancy with prompt diagnosis via ultrasound and hCG blood tests. Treatment may involve medication like methotrexate to stop cell growth or surgical procedures such as laparoscopy to remove the ectopic tissue.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a painful disorder where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus.
Treatment: Dr. Munshi utilizes a combination of medical and surgical treatments, including pain management, hormonal therapies, and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery to remove endometrial growths.
Gynaecological Cancer
Gynaecological cancers include cancers of the female reproductive system such as cervical, ovarian, and uterine cancers.
Treatment: Dr. Munshi provides comprehensive care including early detection through screenings like Pap smears and HPV tests, and advanced treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy based on the type and stage of cancer.
Miscarriage
Miscarriage is the spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week.
.Treatment: Dr. Munshi offers compassionate care involving medical management, surgical options like dilation and curettage (D&C) if necessary, and emotional support for affected women and their families.
Ovarian Cyst
Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that develop on the ovaries.
Treatment: Dr. Munshi uses ultrasound for diagnosis and may recommend watchful waiting for simple cysts, hormonal contraceptives to prevent new cysts, or surgical removal for larger or symptomatic cysts.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS is a hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the outer edges.
Treatment: Dr. Munshi’s treatment for PCOS includes lifestyle changes, medications to regulate menstrual cycles, manage symptoms, and improve insulin resistance, and fertility treatments if pregnancy is desired.
Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus that can cause heavy bleeding and pain.
Treatment: Dr. Munshi offers a range of treatments from medication to manage symptoms, non-invasive procedures like uterine artery embolization, to surgical options including myomectomy or hysterectomy depending on the severity and patient’s preferences.
Vulvodynia
Vulvodynia is chronic pain or discomfort around the opening of the vagina (vulva) with no identifiable cause.
Treatment: Dr. Munshi employs a multidisciplinary approach including medications, physical therapy, nerve blocks, and lifestyle modifications to manage and alleviate the symptoms of vulvodynia.