Definitions

Breast Exam

A doctor visually inspects and firmly presses fingers on the breast tissue to identify breast changes or lumps.

Cancer Screening

Tests to screen for cervical, breast, colorectal, and other cancers based on the patient’s age and risk factors.

Cholesterol Screening

A blood test to measure the level of cholesterol in the body. Cholesterol is a waxy material that can build up in the walls of the blood vessels.

Endometrial Biopsy

A small tissue sample removed from the uterus is examined under a microscope for abnormal cells.

Endometriosis

Tissue that lines the uterus, called the endometrium, grows outside the uterus in other areas of the body.

HPV

Human papillomaviruses are sexually transmitted diseases that can increase the risk for some cancers.

Infertility

The inability to become pregnant after one year of unprotected sexual relations. Women who have multiple miscarriages also may be infertile.

Menopause Management/Hormone Replacement Therapy

Menopause management offers strategies to help women cope with the side effects that can occur when women reach menopause. Hormone medications can replace the declining female hormones and help control uncomfortable symptoms.

Ovarian Cysts and Masses

Fluid-filled sacs on the ovaries. Many cysts need no treatment and cause no health problems. Others may need surgical removal.

Osteoporosis Prevention, Screening, and Treatment

Ongoing counseling about how to maintain strong bones. Screening and treatment services are available for at-risk women.

Pap Smears

A health care provider removes cell samples from the cervix and surrounding area. The cells are examined under a microscope to detect abnormalities that require further evaluation.

Pelvic Prolapse

Normal vaginal support weakens allowing the pelvic organs to sag and protrude through the vagina.

Pessary

A device that is inserted into the vagina to support the pelvic organs. Pessaries come in different shapes and sizes.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Hormonal imbalances can promote the growth of small ovarian cysts that may affect ovulation and fertility.

Premenstrual Syndrome

Uncomfortable symptoms, such as breast tenderness, food cravings, and irritability, that start one to two weeks before a woman’s menstrual cycle.

Uterine Fibroids

Non-cancerous tumors that grow in the uterus.

Vaginitis

Inflammation of the vagina often due to bacterial infections.

Vulvar Disease

Infections, pain, and other problems that affect the external part of a woman’s genital area.

Sexual Dysfunction

Persistent problems with sexual desire or response.

STD Testing and Treatment

Diagnosis and advanced treatment of common sexually transmitted diseases.

Urinary Leakage

A common problem that occurs when the muscles that control the bladder weaken.

Contraception

We offer a full spectrum of hormonal and non-hormonal contraception methods.

Depo-Provera

The doctor administers a hormone injection or shot every three months. Like other hormonal contraceptives, Depo-Provera helps prevent the release of eggs from the ovaries and causes physical changes that make conception more difficult.

Mirena

Mirena, a soft, flexible IUD (intrauterine device), releases small amounts of hormone locally into your uterus. It can remain in your uterus for up to five years and give you a form of birth control until removed.

NuvaRing®

Women insert a thin, flexible ring into the vagina. The ring releases estrogen and progestin. Women wear it for three weeks, remove it for one week to have a normal period, and then insert a new ring.

Oral Contraceptive Pills

Hormone medications that help prevent the ovaries from releasing an egg and thicken the mucus to keep the sperm from reaching the eggs. Oral contraceptives may contain the hormones estrogen and progestin or progestin alone.

Ortho Evra® Patch

A skin patch that releases estrogen and progestin to help prevent the release of eggs from the ovaries and increases mucus production to help keep the sperm from the egg. Women wear the patch for three weeks, remove the patch for one week to have a normal period, and then apply a new patch.

ParaGard® Intrauterine Device (IUD)

ParaGard® is a small copper T-shaped device that a doctor places in the uterus. The copper helps prevent fertilization and implantation of fertilized eggs. ParaGard® contains no hormones and can remain in the uterus for 5-10 years.

Mirena IUD

Mirena®, a flexible plastic hormonal IUD, releases small amounts of hormone to prevent the ovaries from releasing eggs and increase mucus production to inhibit fertilization. It can remain in the uterus for five years.

Amniocentesis

Removal of a sample of the amniotic fluid that surrounds the baby. Specialists test it for certain genetic birth defects.

Gestational Diabetes

Diabetes (high blood sugar levels) that develops during pregnancy and goes away after the baby is born.

Hypertension in Pregnancy

High blood pressure that develops during pregnancy.

Newborn Male Circumcision

Surgical removal of the foreskin — the skin that covers the top of the penis.

Nuchal Translucency

A special ultrasound test to screen for certain birth defects before birth. A probe is placed in the vagina and the folds on the back of the baby’s neck are measured.

Pessary

A device that is inserted into the vagina to support the pelvic organs. Pessaries come in different shapes and sizes.

Preconceptional Counseling

Services to help couples prepare for conception physically and emotionally.

Premature Labor

Contractions that occur before 37 weeks that cause the cervix to start to open.

Ultrasound (Diagnostic and 3D/4D)

Use of high frequency sounds waves to view fetal growth and development. These tests can diagnose some medical issues before birth. The 3D/4D ultrasounds produce detailed and clear images of unborn babies.

Vaginal Delivery/Assisted Delivery/Cesarean Section

Women may deliver normally through the vaginal canal. Doctors may use forceps or vacuum devices to help with delivery through the vaginal canal. Some women have surgery to deliver their babies through the abdomen.

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    Seasons Women’s Care

    10115 Forest Hill Blvd. Suite 300
    Wellington, FL 33414

    Phone: (561) 328-6165

    Fax: (561) 791-1430

    Hours:

    Monday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
    Tuesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
    Wednesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
    Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
    Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
    Saturday: Closed
    Sunday: Closed

      Contact Us Today

      *All indicated fields must be completed
      Please include non-medical questions and correspondence only.

      Seasons Women’s Care

      10115 Forest Hill Blvd. Suite 300
      Wellington, FL 33414

      Phone: (561) 328-6165

      Fax: (561) 791-1430

      Hours:

      Monday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
      Tuesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
      Wednesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
      Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
      Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
      Saturday: Closed
      Sunday: Closed