In our society, gynecology is a field that typically goes unnoticed unless there are major problems, and people tend to avoid it due to feelings of privacy and embarrassment.

However, gynecology plays a vital role in solving many life‑threatening issues, and raising public awareness about it is extremely important.

Especially, doctors working in this field can help patients feel at ease with proper communication approaches, alleviate women's hesitations, and establish a long‑term healthy relationship with them.

What is Gynecology?

Gynecology is the branch of medicine that deals with women's diseases and focuses on the female body and reproductive organs. It includes various subspecialties that cover diagnosis, treatment, and care of the female reproductive system.

These include: obstetrics, infertility, IVF, muscular diseases, sexually transmitted diseases, sexual dysfunction, and gynecologic oncology. Doctors specializing in gynecology and its subspecialties are called gynecologists.

What do Gynecologists treat?

Gynecologists have expertise in many areas. They handle issues ranging from menstrual problems to infertility, menopause, and sexual health, playing a role in the diagnosis and treatment of those conditions.

Gynecologists may also be obstetricians, so they actively assist couples in pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. Offering a wide range of services, they guide couples on family planning, diagnose and prevent sexually transmitted diseases, and provide care across various areas.

What conditions does Gynecology cover?

• Preparation for pregnancy
• Pregnancy monitoring
• Infertility
• IVF
• Insemination
• Ovarian cysts
• Cervical diseases
• Menstrual irregularities
• Ectopic pregnancy
• Miscarriage
• Dilation and curettage
• Ultrasonography
• Urinary incontinence
• Vaginal prolapse
• Genital aesthetic surgeries

When should you see a gynecologist?

Women may be uncertain about which department to book an appointment with when experiencing various symptoms.

Gynecology, which covers a wide range of the female reproductive system, can help with many issues. Accordingly, women should definitely consult a gynecologist if they experience:

• Menstrual bleeding that is much lighter or heavier than normal
• Severe pain during menstruation
• Vaginal discharge
• Pain or sensitivity in the vagina
• Pain, sores, or swelling in external genital organs
• Concern about having contracted a sexually transmitted disease