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Our body often speaks to us, but sometimes we just don’t listen
The greatest gifts that we can receive are the love of God, family and good health
One of the greatest tragedies despite all of our technology is the
late diagnosis of a problem that could have been corrected if only it
were found in time
Women between 18-50 should have the following
tests
• A Pap Smear to check for Cervical Cancer (If sexually active)
• A breast exam (please do not ignore lumps!)
All Sexually Active Women Need To Be Tested For STI’s
Chlamydia
GonorrheaHIV
Older women who are reentering the dating world because of divorce or
death of a spouse
Please Proceed With Caution!!!
29% of all people with AIDS in the US are age 50 or more
What Are Some Of The Biggest Health Conditions That Can Affect A Woman’s Life?
Fibroid Uterus
Fibroids Can Cause
• Bleeding
•Abdominal Pressure
•Infertility
Treatment For Fibroids
•Depends on size but most physicians will immediately offer hysterectomy
Which is inappropriate!
Procedures That Preserve The Uterus Include
• Laparoscopic Myomectomy
• A new procedure called Uterine Embolization
Things To Do Before Having Surgery
Get a second opinion
Always ask how many procedures the surgeon has done and what are the complication rates
Always check the surgeons credentials with your Florida Board of Medicine to make certain that there are no excessive lawsuits or complications
Always get an estimate of costs, INCLUDING hospital costs which will be separate!
What Are the Top Ten Diseases That Threaten Women’s Health?
Heart Disease
CancerStroke
Emphysema and Bronchitis Alzheimer's
Injuries Type 2 Diabetes Flu
Kidney Disease Blood Poisoning
What are the signs of heart problems?
•Pain in the shoulders, or between the shoulder blades
•Nausea, abdominal discomfort, vomiting or upset stomach
•Shortness of breath
•Burning in the chest
•Fatigue
•Swollen legs or ankles
Signs of a Stroke
S = SPEECH, or any problems with language
T = TINGLING, or any numbness in the body
R = REMEMBER, or any problems with
memory
O = OFF-BALANCE, problems with coordination
K = KILLER HEADACHE (not relieved with Tylenol,
Motrin or pain relievers)
E = EYES, any problem with vision
Diabetes
•Frequent urination
•Frequent yeast infections
•Thirsty
•Blurry vision
•Constant hunger
•Losing weight
Many problems can be eliminated or slowed down with the proper medical
attention!
• Find a good Internist or Family Practice physician
• If you have high blood pressure, need to see a cardiologist, NOT a general medicine physician. We’re trying to prevent a STROKE.
• Exercise, exercise and exercise
• Find a good nutritionist
• If over 300 pounds, consider a gastric bypass or the “band” surgery if you don’t think you can lose the weight on your own
• Dr. James Tarver, Cardiologist407-650-1300
• Dr. Deborah Greaves, Family practice407-843-1180
Recommended Healthcare Practitioners
LOCAL
• Drs. Ann Ashley-Gilbert
• Billie Jean Pace
Excellent Gynecologists for Menopause
Problems
407-331-7784
Recommended Healthcare Practitioners
LOCAL
• Dr. Genester Wilson-King
Gynecologist who specializes in
“Bioidentical Hormones” Meaning there specially made by a compound
Pharmacist.
407-999-2585
Recommended Healthcare Practitioners
LOCAL
• Dr. Linda Bradley of the Cleveland Clinic
(216) 444-3435
(will offer online 2d opinions)
Healthcare Professionals Outside of Orlando