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Women’s HealthHouston, TX

With women’s health services, we can help women of all ages address their individual health and wellness needs. Our team offers personalized care in a comforting, supportive environment. We can help women prevent common female conditions such as osteoporosis, endometriosis, and more. Women’s health refers to a branch of medicine that focuses on the prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of medical conditions that affect a woman's physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Women’s health treatment is available at Woodforest Pediatric & Family Clinic in Houston and the surrounding area. Our team is dedicated to providing quality care to females of all ages. We will work with each patient to develop an individualized comprehensive treatment plan. With proper care, we can help patients benefit from improved well-being and health throughout their years.

Call Woodforest Pediatric & Family Clinic at 713-453-4600 to request a woman’s health appointment and to discuss our many available wellness services and treatments.

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What Women’s Health Treatment Offers

Women’s health treatment addresses a wide range of problems and concerns. Patients who make an appointment for women’s health can receive preventive care and screenings, pregnancy and reproductive health services, bladder care services, and many more. Other women’s health services that may be provided include nutrition education, weight loss, and skin care treatment.

Common Women’s Health Conditions

Women and men have different genetic makeups that make each sex susceptible to specific diseases and health conditions. Conditions that are commonly experienced by women include pregnancy, menopause, osteoporosis, and a range of gynecological conditions. These gynecological conditions can consist of uterine fibroids, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and pelvic floor disorders.

Although osteoporosis can affect both men and women, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the prevalence of osteoporosis in women aged 65 and older is 24.5%, compared with 5.1% in men.

Benefits of Women’s Health Treatment

Doctors and healthcare professionals who treat women’s health issues can help with detecting signs of cervical cancer, breast cancer, osteoporosis, menopause, and more. Women’s health treatment also focuses on disease prevention, so patients can reduce their risk for life-threatening conditions and serious health problems that may interfere with their livelihood.

Individualized Treatment Plans for Women’s Health

Each woman has her own individual family history, medical history, body type, and health concerns. Therefore, women’s health treatment is personalized for each patient based on her own health needs. Some women may need to visit their doctors more frequently than others based on factors like age, results from screenings, and pregnancy.

Importance of Early Treatment for Women’s Health

Seeking women’s health treatment early on can lead to the detection of certain health conditions that may not produce noticeable symptoms until advanced stages. For instance, early-stage cervical cancer generally produces no signs or symptoms. In contrast, advanced-stage cervical cancer may produce symptoms, including irregular vaginal bleeding and heavy vaginal discharge.

Females who receive early women’s health treatment can often reduce their risk for these conditions or have them treated before they become severe and life-threatening.

Important Facts About Women’s Health

Many people are unaware of the types of health problems that are more prevalent in women than in men, and that require specialized care and treatment. In the United States, asthma and osteoporosis are more common in women than in men.

According to the CDC, more than 10 million U.S. women suffer from heavy menstrual bleeding that lasts seven days or longer. Additionally, women are more likely than men to have chronic pain, receiving an opioid prescription for longer periods of time. This places women at a higher risk of opioid abuse and addiction.

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If you need women’s health services, our team can perform an evaluation and work with you to develop an individualized treatment plan. To schedule a women’s health appointment, call us today at 713-453-4600.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what age should I start making women’s health appointments?

Females of any age can benefit from a visit to our practice. However, some doctors recommend that females start seeking treatment for specific issues around the age of 15, or after their first menstrual period. We can provide you with more information regarding the age you or your daughter should start receiving well-woman care and certain services during a consultation.

What are good questions to ask during women’s health appointments?

We encourage you to bring up any and all questions or concerns you may have about your health during your well-woman visit. You may ask about available birth control options, the types of screenings you should have, and the frequency at which you should perform self-breast cancer checks. If certain health conditions run in your family, you may want to ask about available prevention methods and screenings that can reduce the risk for these same conditions.

How often should I receive women’s health screenings?

The frequency at which you receive screenings depends on factors such as your age and existing medical conditions. For instance, MedlinePlus suggests that some women may not need to receive a bone density or mammogram screening until the age of 40. However, it is crucial to see a doctor regularly to ensure you do not need this type of exam.

Are women’s health appointments the same as annual physical exams?

Well-woman visits are very similar to annual physical exams. However, well-woman visits are slightly different in that they are specifically designed to address and focus on unique female health needs. During an annual physical exam, a doctor may review your medical history and check your vitals such as blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature. A well-woman visit may include many of the same services, along with female-specific exams such as breast and pelvic exams.

Which cancers are screened during women’s health appointments?

Breast cancer and cervical cancer are the most common types of cancers screened during well-woman visits. According to the World Cancer Research Fund, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide, and it contributed to 25.4% of the total number of new cases diagnosed in 2018. We may screen you for other cancers based on your family history, age, and current health status.

Contact Us

Woodforest Pediatric & Family Clinic is located at
13018 WoodForest Blvd Suite A
Houston, TX
77015

(713) 453-4600