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Understanding Urogynecology https://www.ifwh.org/en/understanding-urogynecology/
What is urogynecology? Urogynecology is a subspecialty of gynecology, specializing in pelvic issues.
What is a urogynecologist? Your primary care physician, OB/GYN, or urologist may be well-educated on pelvic issues, but a urogynecologist offers expertise on the subject. Your OB/GYN may be able to provide routine care for simple pelvic floor issues, but they will often refer you to a urogynecologist if the problems become complex.
What conditions can be treated by urogynecologists? If you are struggling with urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, or pelvic floor disorders (like pelvic organ prolapse), a urogynecologist can help The most common disorders that urogynecologists treat are stress urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, and pelvic organ prolapse.
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