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Pain During Intercourse? Consider MonaLisa Touch Treatments!

The last thing you want is discomfort during intercourse. It makes it very difficult to enjoy those intimate moments when you are in pain. It can also put a strain on your relationship with your partner. You are not alone. Many women experience vaginal discomfort. It can be due to the toll that childbirth takes on your body. You may experience a lack of lubrication, irritation, and pain during intercourse as you get older and your reproductive hormones begin to drop. Wear and tear over time can also cause your vaginal tissues to be painful. Regardless of why you are uncomfortable, consider MonaLisa Touch® treatments to bring you the relief that you deserve.

How Can MonaLisa Touch® Make a Difference for You?

This non-invasive treatment involves the use of a laser that gently heats the tissue of your vagina. As the tissues are heated at a carefully controlled temperature, collagen production is stimulated, making your tissue more elastic. It will also improve your circulation and promote the development of healthy cells. Your vaginal tissues will be rejuvenated. You will have enhanced lubrication and sensitivity. You can say goodbye to irritation and pain during intercourse.

Why Consider MonaLisa Touch® Treatments?

This popular treatment can make a difference when over-the-counter products, lubricants and prescription ointments have not offered you relief. You don’t need to live in discomfort. If you want to have the freedom that comes with healthy vaginal tissue, think about the MonaLisa Touch®. It’s a short treatment that can be performed right here in the comfort of our office. You won’t have downtime. You’ll be able to get back to your busy schedule once you have experienced the benefits of this treatment. You’ll soon notice an improvement when you are intimate with your partner and the pain is gone.

When to Consider the MonaLisa Touch®

If you have noticed vaginal changes as you approach menopause, the MonaLisa Touch® could be the answer for you. Think about this treatment if you have experienced discomfort since you had children. You owe it to yourself to experience the difference that such an easy treatment can make for you.

Learn More Today

It’s time to put your pain and irritation behind you. The MonaLisa Touch® can help you improve your well-being. Make an appointment with our specialist to discuss your vaginal discomfort. If it is determined that this treatment could improve your symptoms, you can learn more about it at Fort Worth Center for Pelvic Medicine. This innovative treatment allows you to have relief in an area that is so sensitive. When you have improved lubrication, healthy circulation and rejuvenated tissue, you won’t believe the difference it can make. Contact our office in Ft. Worth to find out what the MonaLisa Touch® can do for you.

Is MonaLisa Touch Right for Me?

There are many disheartening changes that women can experience as part of the natural aging process. Among all of these, however, vaginal atrophy is likely the most problematic. As natural estrogen production starts to decline, it can create painful itching, irritation and pain, particularly during intercourse. Fortunately, MonaLisa Touch® is capable of restoring functionality and health to the vagina while stimulating the increased production of collagen for rebuilding and supporting the vaginal walls. This short, simple treatment can have a remarkable effect on both a woman’s physical comfort and her overall confidence.

How to Know if MonaLisa Touch® Is Right for You

If you’re entering peri-menopause or menopause and have been struggling with painful intercourse, vagina laxity, itchiness or pain in the vaginal region, MonaLisa Touch® could be right for you. This is a non-invasive treatment that does not require any anesthesia or downtime. In fact, most women experience little more than the sensation of light vibration during their treatment.

The ease and comfort of this treatment makes it perfect for women who want a low-risk and easy solution to this all-too-common, age-related issue. Moreover, when compared to more conventional pharmaceutical treatments or invasive, surgical procedures, MonaLisa Touch® is capable of producing truly impressive results with the least amount of hassle. While there’s no exclusion criteria for MonaLisa Touch®, women should be in good general health before undergoing treatment sessions.

Treatment Results

Numerous women who have sought vaginal restoration via MonaLisa Touch® have reported a significant decrease in vaginal burning, dryness, itching and irritation. Patients can also expect to experience far less discomfort during intercourse, along with fewer urinary tract infections.

The treatment works by stimulating the vaginal mucosa to increase blood flow, expedite collagen production and rejuvenate the surrounding muscles and tissues. Best of all, MonaLisa Touch® is capable of producing immediate results and extended benefits. This treatment will not only tighten, tone and restore the vagina, but it can additionally result in marked increases in collagen production that can last for months. Treatment sessions can be safely repeated for extended or enhanced benefits.

Is MonaLisa Touch® Right for Me?

MonaLisa Touch® is largely used for correcting age-related wear of the vaginal tissues, decreased collagen and other structural changes that result from waning estrogen production. However, extreme vaginal laxity or looseness of the vagina is often the result of a traumatic event such as childbirth. For instances of severe vaginal laxity, the effectiveness of this treatment is determined on a case-by-case basis. For moderate laxity caused by age-related loosening of the mucosal tissues, this treatment may be able to help women reach their goals by stimulating and strengthening their vaginal muscles.

MonaLisa Touch® has helped many women reclaim their sense of feminine wellness, and it is provided with expertise right here in our office at Fort Worth Center for Pelvic Medicine. Contact our office in Fort Worth today to find out if this popular treatment is right for you.

Advantages of Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is low-risk and minimally-invasive. It is designed to help our doctor or medical professional get a clear view of what is going on inside the organs in the abdomen. The procedure is less invasive than traditional surgery because only tiny incisions are made.

Laparoscopy uses an instrument called a laparoscope to give a clear picture of the abdominal organs. This instrument is very long and very thin. It is equipped with a powerful intense light. At the tip of this instrument, there is a camera that is able to capture imagery in high resolution.

The procedure begins with a small incision being made in the abdominal wall. The camera is then inserted into this incision. As the instrument moves around through the abdomen, it is able to capture images as well as send these images to a video monitor, where our medical professional is reviewing them.

One of the primary benefits of laparoscopic surgery is that it allows our medical professional to have a clear idea of what is going on inside your body without needing to open you up for surgery. The same tool that is used to capture images of your abdomen can also be used to take biopsy samples.

Most people will have this procedure performed as a way of diagnosing why they are experiencing pain in their abdomen or in their pelvic region. This procedure is usually recommended when other non-invasive procedures are not yielding the necessary results.

There are some cases where non-invasive scans do not produce the results that are needed. This is when a laparoscope will be used. Or it could be that some of these non-invasive procedures did identify a potential problem. Still, a biopsy may be needed in order to make a definitive diagnosis.

Our medical professional can use a laparoscope to examine a wide range of organs, including the:

· Appendix

· Liver

· Pancreas

· Bowels

· Stomach

· Pelvis

· Reproductive organs

When our medical professionals are able to observe the functioning of these organs or these parts of your body in real time, they can see if you have an abdominal tumor; determine if there is suspicious fluid in your abdominal cavity; identify signs of liver disease; see whether or not a particular treatment is effective; and identify how far a particular cancer has progressed.

Laparoscopic surgery allows doctors to have a clear image of what is going on inside a patient. The information gathered during the procedure can have a powerful impact on your health.

During a consultation at Fort Worth Center for Pelvic Medicine, you can learn more about laparoscopic surgery and whether or not it may be useful in your particular situation. Contact us today to book an appointment at our office in Fort Worth.

Diagnosing and Treating Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a disease that affects somewhere between 5 percent and 10 percent of women in the United States today. It is a progressive disease that can lead to very painful symptoms, and in many cases infertility. The only way to definitively diagnose this disease is by doing a laparoscopy procedure.

We may prescribe medication that can prevent ovulation, and this can minimize pain. However, the recurrence rate after medical treatment is still high, and using medicine to alleviate the pain does not do anything to address the possibility of infertility.

Surgical treatments can be used to increase pregnancy rates, so we usually prefer this as a starting treatment if a person is battling with infertility associated with the endometriosis. Surgery has also been seen as a better option when it comes to pain relief over the long-term. It is more effective than simply using medicine.

Endometriosis is identified by the presence of endometrial tissue on the ovaries, fallopian tubes or other sites where it should not be. The symptoms it produces are extreme pain, discomfort and infertility.

When surgery is performed to address endometriosis, the goal is to get rid of the endometrial lesions. While endometriosis is likely to continue to be a problem as long as menstruation continues, the symptoms can be controlled or modulated with the right treatment at our office.

Endometriosis is usually diagnosed when a woman is between the ages of 25 and 29. The diagnosis is made in most cases because of infertility as opposed to a response to pain. Researchers have seen a genetic link in endometriosis. So, if other women in your family have it, your chances of having it as well are greatly increased.

A good portion of women who are diagnosed with endometriosis are asymptomatic. And a good portion of women who complain of about having pelvic pain are later found to have endometriosis.

Doctors will almost always consider endometriosis as an option in any woman who is of reproductive age and complains of pelvic pain. Often times, there is pain in the back that gets worse during menses. In some instances, rectal pain may be present as well.

Treatment will range from medical treatment to surgical treatment, depending on the progression of the disease. During a consultation with our specialist at Fort Worth Center for Pelvic Medicine, you can learn about your treatment options for your particular case. Contact us today to book an appointment at our office in Fort Worth.

Signs and Symptoms of Menopause

If you’re a woman in your forties or older, you may be experiencing issues that signal the approach of menopause, or the impending end of your menstrual cycle. Everyone experiences these bodily changes differently; however, there are several commonalities that are likely.

About Menopause

With age, a woman’s production of estrogen and her ovarian function start to decline. These changes gradually bring about menopause, which is simply the cessation of menstruation for a period of at least one year. It is typically around the age of 40 that this process begins to accelerate, and women will start to notice some cognitive and physical changes happen. The actual age in which menstruation ends will vary. Some women report the end of the menstrual cycle as early as 40, while others may not experience it until they reach 60 or later.

Stages and Symptoms

Menopause usually happens across three stages. The first is perimenopause, which generally occurs around age 40. Periods may become irregular in flow, with cycles of inconsistent lengths. Hot flashes may begin during this stage. Cognitive issues such as forgetfulness or brain fog along with emotional symptoms like mood swings are frequently noted by women in this stage.

The second or main stage is the actual menopause, in which menstrual cycles stop completely. This doesn’t officially occur until you have gone at least one year without a period. Hot flashes continue during this time, as well as symptoms like vaginal dryness, problems with sleep and continued mood swings. Lower sex drive is yet another symptom. Women enter the third stage, post-menopause, on the anniversary date of their last menstrual cycle.

Ways to Address the Symptoms

Eating well and cutting down on smoking and alcohol consumption can help to lessen overall symptoms and improve your health. While there aren’t always triggers, things like spicy food and caffeine can bring on hot flashes for some. Hormone therapy is a popular medical approach that can help to relieve some menopausal symptoms. MonaLisa Touch® treatments are another common treatment.

Menopause and the time leading up to it can be difficult due to hormonal changes in the body. When you work with the team at the Fort Worth Center for Pelvic Medicine, we can determine the best course of action to relieve the signs and symptoms of menopause in your particular case. Contact us today to schedule a consultation at our office in Fort Worth.

Reasons to Get a Gynecologic Ultrasound

A gynecologic ultrasound or pelvic ultrasound is a non-invasive diagnostic test that uses sound waves to form pictures of the structures and organs within the pelvis. Our board-certified doctor places the transducer on the patient’s body that sends sound waves through them. The process works like echolocation: as the sound waves bounce off the tissues and organs, they return to the transducer that sends them to a computer that converts the waves into images of what the doctor is examining.

How Does It Work?

During a gynecologic ultrasound, Dr. Johns will coat the transducer with the conductive gel and place it over the patient’s abdomen or insert it into the patient’s vagina. This will depend on the reason for the ultrasound. The process takes around 10 minutes to complete and produces 2D or 3D images to accurately capture the structure that the doctor is examining. The ultrasound has been described as feeling like a normal gynecological exam, so it is relatively comfortable.

During your visit, Dr. Johns will examine your results and give you feedback as to what could be causing your symptoms. Gynecologic ultrasounds are done on an outpatient basis and can be done in the comfort of our office in Fort Worth.

Why Are Pelvic Ultrasounds Done?

In some cases, the doctor will be looking for problems that affect both men and women like urinary problems or growths in the pelvis. They may also look for signs of colorectal cancer. If they are treating somebody with colorectal cancer, the doctor will use an ultrasound to see how the patient is responding to treatment. If the patient is a woman, Dr. Johns will be looking for anything that is abnormal in the position, size or shape of your organs, the blood flow to them, pregnancy and any problems involving it, causes for pain and discomfort in the pelvis, lumps and much more.

Contact Us

Whether you are experiencing discomfort, abnormalities or wish to have a pregnancy confirmation, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Johns at Fort Worth Center for Pelvic Medicine to have your reproductive system thoroughly checked via an ultrasound. Dr. Johns and his medical team would be happy to answer any questions or concerns you have about gynecologic ultrasounds. Don’t wait any longer to have your symptoms checked out! Contact us today to make an appointment in Fort Worth!