3 Reasons to Make Finding a GYN a Priority New Year’s Resolution
Avant GynecologyThe holidays have come to a close and you are facing the beginning of an entirely new year. As a woman, there are probably a lot of New Year's resolutions floating around in your mind. Maybe you want to achieve your goal weight or take more…
Hysteroscopy: An Introduction for Curious Patients
Avant GynecologyExploratory surgeries are utilized every day in modern medicine to help doctors diagnose sometimes hidden medical issues. The hysteroscopy is an example of a type of exploratory surgery that is performed on women who are having certain symptoms.…
Dr. Lynley Durrett and Dr. Obiamaka Mora featured on “The Weekly Check-Up Atlanta”
Avant GynecologyOn Sunday, November 4, Dr. Lynley Durrett and Dr. Obiamaka Mora of Avant Gynecology were guests on “The Weekly Check-Up Atlanta,” a healthcare-focused radio show airing every Sunday on AM 750 and NOW 95.5 FM News/Talk WSB.
On the show,…
PCOS: Signs of the Problem & How to Deal with Symptoms
Avant GynecologyMany women quietly suffer from a female condition known as Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a hormonal issue that causes an abnormal collection of fluid in the ovaries, sporadic or non-existent egg release, and irregular menstrual…
Uterine fibroids 101: What Are They & When Should You Seek Treatment
Avant GynecologySome issues that affect a woman are fairly obvious and easily diagnosed. However, there are other some conditions that are less obvious and a little harder to diagnose like uterine fibroids. Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous tumor-like growths…
When to Seek Treatment for Painful Sex
Avant GynecologySexual experiences can involve a lot of descriptive language after the fact—sensual, enjoyable, pleasurable. Unfortunately for women who suffer from dyspareunia, painful intercourse, these are not terms they would use to describe a sexual…