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“The moment Elizabeth was born in 1989, I felt a stab of fear. My immediate thought was "Her head looks so small - so deformed." It was determined that Elizabeth was born with a very severe case of congenital CMV (cytomegalovirus) - she would never rollover, talk, walk or feed herself. Apparently, I had caught the virus when I was pregnant with her. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that CMV is the #1 viral cause of mental retardation and hearing loss - more common a cause of disabilities than Down syndrome.”
Read the rest of Elizabeth’s story on Stop CMV – The CMV Action Network.
If you are pregnant or are looking to become pregnant, talk with your doctor about the dangers of prenatal infections, including CMV. To schedule an appointment with a WomanCare practitioner, call (847) 221-4700.
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If you are a soon-to-be first-time dad, going to the OBGYN is likely to become a regular part of your life for the next 9 months. Although some men have no problem going to the gynecologist with their wife, there are some men who need help negotiating that first visit. In this video, you’ll learn 10 humorous and essential tips for surviving your first trip to the gynecologist.
At WomanCare, our gynecologists understand the nervousness of both moms and dads, and have answers to your questions about what to expect during pregnancy. For a skilled OGBYN with the latest technology available for your wife during pregnancy, call the experts of WomanCare at (847) 221-4700.
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Though generally harmless to those with a healthy immune system, CMV (cytomegalovirus) affects 1 in 150 children born in the United States. A fairly common virus, congenital CMV leads to more disabilities in children than any other very well known infections or syndromes such as Down Syndrome.
Read more about the prevention and treatment of congenital CMV on Stop CMV – The CMV Action Network
Last updated 13 days ago
Cysts are fluid-filled sacs that often form during a woman’s menstrual cycle. Ovarian cysts form in a woman’s ovaries, while uterine cysts form in the uterus. Most cysts will dissolve and often goes away within a few months.
Symptoms
Although most women will not have any symptoms of a cyst, some women experience some of these symptoms:
- Pressure swelling or pain in the abdomen or pelvic area.
- Difficulty passing urine
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Irregular menstrual cycles
- Abnormal bleeding
- Nausea and vomiting
- Breast tenderness
- Dull ache in lower back and thighs
If you experience the following symptoms, seek immediate medical care:
- Pain accompanied by fever and vomiting
- Faintness, dizziness, or weakness
- Sudden and severe abdominal pain
- Rapid breathing
Treatment
Your gynecologist may prescribe oral contraceptives to prevent cyst formation and pain relievers to reduce pelvic and abdominal pain.
If cysts cause you pain and persist for several menstrual cycles, your OGBYN or gynecologist may recommend surgery to remove the cyst. There are two types of surgery used to remove ovarian and uterine cysts:
1. Most frequently, your gynecologist will recommend laparoscopic surgery for cysts that are small and appear to be benign. During laparoscopic surgery, your doctor will make a small incision to insert a small scope to identify and remove the cyst.
2. If a cyst is large or appears to be cancerous, your gynecologist will perform a laparotomy, making an incision through the abdominal wall in order to remove the cyst.
For all of your gynecological care, rely on the physicians of WomanCare. WomanCare offers a full range of gynecological and OBGYN services including women’s bladder control, prenatal care, and bioidentical hormone replacement. Schedule your appointment with WomanCare by calling (847) 221-4700.
Last updated 14 days ago
Mona Gomaa, M.D.
Mona Gomaa, M.D. has completed a Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship at Stanford in California.
Dr. Gomaa earlier completed an Ob/Gyne Residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit where she was Chief Administrative Resident during her final year. She then completed the prestigious Stanford Program for Minimally Invasive Surgery. She was trained by Dr. Camran Nezhat, MD, who is an internationally renowned laparoscopic surgeon, scientist, and innovator at Stanford University Medical Center, in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Gomaa is also an expert in minimally invasive and robotic surgery—she performs procedures which are unique and exciting. She brings a unique expertise to our practice and our community. She also loves obstetrics and enjoys taking care of pregnant women and delivering babies.
Dr. Gomaa has great communication skills, she is pleasant and likable, she is a hard worker and she also speaks Arabic. Dr. Gomaa is married to a computer software consultant and has a six year old son.
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