Women should not be overly alarmed if you receive an abnormal pap test. This result can indicate many different gynecologic concerns. Take a deep breath, and consult with your gynecologist to determine what steps to take next. Because it is a screening test, it cannot be used for definitive diagnosis. It identifies those women who… Read More
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Almost all of us have tried to shed a few quick pounds to look good for a big event–maybe your High School Reunion or Wedding Day…or, simply to squeeze into a pair of skinny jeans. We’ve also likely all experienced gaining the weight back after the special event has come and gone. Weight lost from… Read More
Skin care tips for healthy skin; Protect yourself from the sun. The best way to take care of your skin is to protect it from the sun. It will cause wrinkles, freckles, age spots and can cause skin cancer. *Avoid the sun between 10am and 4pm. This is when the sun’s rays are the strongest…. Read More
Dr. Prewitt utilizes the da Vinci Surgical System to remove uterine fibroids through small incisions with unmatched precision and control. While hysterectomy is a proven way to resolve fibroids, it may not be the best surgical treatment for every woman. If, for example, you hope to later become pregnant, you may want to consider alternatives… Read More
How It Is Done A clinical breast examination is done by a health professional. You will need to take off your clothes above the waist. You will be given a gown to wear during the examination. First, your health professional will ask you questions about any problems you may have, your medical history, and your… Read More
A clinical breast examination may be part of your regular checkup. Talk with your health professional about how often you need a breast examination. Breast implants do not change a woman’s chance of getting breast cancer, so women with breast implants should also have regular clinical breast examinations. Why It Is Done - A clinical breast… Read More
Dr. Maryann Prewitt is a GYN in Plano, TX. Below is some great information about performing breast self exams. Women should know how their breasts normally look and feel. Doing regular breast self-exams is the best way to know this. They also help you to notice any changes in your breasts. This is also true… Read More
For many women, the “annual” exam is a rite of passage on the road to womanhood. For patients, of all ages, who are new to the yearly gynecologic exam, their first annual may seem a bit mysterious or intimidating. To help ease your anxiety—and for your long term female health and wellness—the team at Plano’s… Read More
If you are considering a hysterectomy, know that you are not alone. Almost one third of women in the United States will have a hysterectomy before turning 60. When medication and other treatments cannot relieve your symptoms, your physician may recommend a hysterectomy. The decision to undergo any surgery is personal, perhaps none more so than… Read More