Women's Health

What is women’s health?

Women’s health issues relate to the female reproductive system. They include:

• Dysmenorrhea (painful periods)
• Irregular or heavy menstruation
• Premenstrual syndrome
• Menopause
• Uterine fibroids
• Endometriosis
• Ovarian cysts
• Uterine, ovarian, and cervical cancers

In addition, women’s health covers conditions that men and women both get but that most commonly affect women, like breast cancer, osteoporosis, and urinary tract infections (UTIs). Family planning and problems like infertility and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are also central to women’s health.

MPA Direct Primary Care offers regular well-woman exams to ensure patients stay healthy.

What role do well-woman exams play in women’s health?

Well-woman exams or annual gynecological exams are comprehensive evaluations focusing on reproductive and gynecological health. These exams allow health care providers to:

• Assess and address specific health concerns
• Perform screenings and preventive tests
• Offer counseling and education
• Discuss reproductive and sexual health issues

Well-woman exams are a cornerstone of women’s preventive health care. Your provider can detect health issues early before they start causing symptoms, ensuring you receive treatment promptly.

The MPA Direct Primary Care team also aims to empower female patients so they can make informed decisions about their reproductive, sexual, and overall health.

Girls should begin having well-woman exams from puberty or when they become sexually active, even if they have no specific problems. Exam frequency varies depending on the patient’s needs, but most women have annual well-woman exams.

What happens during a women’s health exam?

A women’s health exam is a comprehensive evaluation that typically includes:

• Medical history review
• Physical exam
• Lifestyle analysis
• Pelvic exam
• Breast exam
• Cervical cancer and/or human papillomavirus (HPV) screening

Your provider may arrange additional screenings or tests depending on your age, medical and family history, and risk factors. For example, women should begin regular breast cancer screening mammograms between 40 and 50.

Well-woman exams are also an excellent opportunity to discuss your health issues or raise questions with your MPA Direct Primary Care provider. They’re happy to address your concerns, offer guidance, and arrange appropriate referrals where necessary.

The MPA Direct Primary Care team provides comprehensive women’s health care tailored to your requirements. They offer a supportive, comfortable environment where you can obtain expert guidance and care from trusted experts.

Call MPA Direct Primary Care to discuss your women’s health concerns or arrange your well-woman exam. You can also schedule an in-person or telehealth consultation today using the online booking feature.