Gynecologic Care

Many visits to nurse-midwives are for gynecologic care. This includes annual check ups, pap smears, breast exams, contraceptive prescriptions, family planning counseling, problem visits and more.

To find quality information about gynecologic care between visits with your nurse-midwife, visit the sites below. As always, if you have any questions you can't find answers to, contact your nurse-midwife or find a midwife in your area and schedule a visit.

Mammograms
A mammogram test looks for lumps or abnormalities in a woman's breast. It is recommended that women over age 40 get a mammogram every one to two years.

Breast Self Exam
Women of all ages should regularly check their breasts for lumps, skin changes or other changes in shape, size, color, or texture. Visit the site linked above to print a breast self exam card.

Heart Disease
Heart disease is the number one killer of women. Find out what you can do to protect yourself from this disease.

Menstruation begins as a girl moves into womanhood. Learn what to expect when you get your period.

Pap Smear
A Pap Smear tests for changes in the cells of your cervix that could lead to cancer. This exam is done during your annual exam with your midwife or physician.

Source
The links above are to www.4women.gov, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' web site dedicated to women's health information.