Cache Valley Women's Center at the Lodge

Products And Services

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  Pregnancy Testing

  We offer free urine pregnancy testing at our clinic. It is recommended to see an obstetrician for routine prenatal care. As soon as you know you are pregnant, call and make an appointment! Your first visit typically occurs when you’re around 6-8 weeks pregnant. After that, you’ll see your obstetrician once a month during the duration of your pregnancy.

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• Prenatal Testing

  Prenatal vitamins are available over-the-counter in nearly any pharmacy. Generally, look for a prenatal vitamin that contains: -Folic acid -Calcium -Iron -Vitamin D It also might be beneficial to look for a prenatal vitamin that contains vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, zinc, iodine and copper.

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• Ultra Sound and 3D Ultrasound

  An obstetric ultrasound uses sound waves to produce pictures of a baby (embryo or fetus), as well as the mother’s uterus and ovaries. It does not use ionizing radiation, has no known harmful effects, and is the preferred method for monitoring pregnant women and their unborn babies. A 3D ultrasound works the same as a traditional ultrasound, but the image projected includes 3D details.

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• Vaginal and Cesarean Delivery

  A VBAC, or Vaginal Birth After C-Section, is encouraged for a subsequent baby for women who’ve had a prior C-section. Elective repeat C-sections are slightly riskier than successful VBACs because moms are at greater risk of infection, blood loss, and organ injury. Talk with your physician about your success rate of a VBAC.

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• Surgeries

  -Minimally Invasive Hysterectomies -Laparoscopic Treatment of Endometriosis and Ovarian Cysts -In-office Hysteroscopy -In-office Endometrial Ablation -Bladder Repair & Incontinence procedures -Urethral Sling — There are two types -Colposuspension

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• Menopause Management

  Tests aren’t typically needed to diagnose menopause because women tend to experience irregular periods and hot flashes as hormone levels fluctuate. Under certain circumstances, your doctor may recommend a blood test to check your levels of: -Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and estrogen (estradiol). Your FSH levels increase and estradiol levels decrease as menopause occurs. -Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). An underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) can cause symptoms similar to those of menopause.

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• Annual Examinations

  A well-woman exam, also called an annual exam, is a visit with your caregiver once a year. This exam helps you to learn more about your body and what steps you need to take to become healthier. We take your vitals, height, and weight. We will then give you a routine physical exam and ask for updates on your current life and work situation, family health history, and basic questions about your diet and health status. If you are over 21, and in some cases, under 21, we will also give pelvic and breast exams. The pelvic exam is very important for women’s health and consists of checking your reproductive organs. This includes your vulva, vagina, cervix, and uterus. Your physician will also check for ovarian cysts, sexually transmitted infections, or certain cancers by taking a pap smear. A pap test gathers cells from your cervix with an extended swab and are typically recommended every three to five years. These procedures are very quick, typically painless, and vital for your health.

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