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Osteoporosis
Kalispell OB/GYN – Osteoporosis By Kimberley Forthofer, ARNP at Kalispell OB/GYN ** Osteoporosis literally means porous bones. Following menopause, women are at increased risk for development of osteoporosis due to the sharp decline in estrogen levels during this transition. One in two women over the age of fifty will break a bone due to decreased…
Read MorePOLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME (PCOS)
Q: Is it normal to have abnormal periods? It depends. It is normal to occasionally miss a period or have a lighter or heavier period, however, if periods are less than 21 days or greater than 35 days apart or if there are prolonged periods or no periods for 3-6 months this is considered…
Read MoreQ: I am having a hysterectomy as I have a prolapsed uterus and want to know if it is wise to have my ovaries removed?
By Dr. Thomas deHoop / Kalispell OB/GYN A: The answer is dependent on a few factors such as age, family history, risk of heart disease and osteoporosis with age being the most significant. You have to balance the risks of removal (premature menopause) against therisks of leaving the ovaries in place. After ovarian removal, ovarian…
Read MoreIs it safe for me to continue to exercise in pregnancy?
By Dr. Thomas deHoop / Kalispell OB/GYN Q: I am a runner in the first trimester of my pregnancy. Is it safe for me to continue to exercise in pregnancy or should I stop or significantly modify my activity until after I deliver? A: That is a great and often asked question. Now, more than…
Read MoreWhat is HPV and why is it important?
Dr. Thomas deHoop – Kalispell OB/GYN Q: “I have teenagers (a son and a daughter) and I keep hearing about the Gardasil vaccine. Generally speaking I’m not a fan of every vaccine available so is this one mandatory to protect my children? What are the possible side effects and is it worth the risk?” Sincerely,…
Read MoreI need a hysterectomy. Should I ask my Doctor about robotic surgery?
Dr. Gwen Jonas – November 2013 To answer this question, let’s first review what exactly is entailed in your surgery, the methods by which it could be done and talk about the benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery. We will then cover how Robotic-assisted surgery allows some women to have Minimally Invasive Surgery who otherwise might…
Read MoreI have heard that I no longer need to get a Pap every year. Is that true?
Written by Dr. Jonas – Kalispell OB/GYN That is a great question! But before we jump into the answer, the most important thing to remember is that you still need to have a yearly exam. Your Pap smear constitutes a very small part of the annual health exam performed by your health care provider. And…
Read MoreThe Importance of Calcium & Vitamin D
Adequate Calcium and vitamin D are necessary for bone health at any age. Bone is made up of calcium and protein. The skeleton is continually being renewed, a process by which old bone is removed and new bone is formed. This process requires an adequate calcium intake to maintain bone health over a lifetime. Individual…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between ovarian cysts and ovarian cancer?
by Dr. Thomas deHoop – Kalispell OB/GYN Question: I had a pelvic ultrasound that showed an ovarian cyst. In 4 weeks, I will have another follow up ultrasound. What is the difference between ovarian cysts and ovarian cancer? Are they the same or two different topics? Answer: In a woman of reproductive age who has…
Read MoreBest Nutrition while Pregnant
At Kalispell OB/GYN, we believe it’s important for women to take care of their health by being stewards of their own bodies, especially while pregnant. Dr. Lavin encourages all of his patients to eat healthy choices instead of the convenient, yet not so good, fast food options. Eating healthy means helping manage your pregnancy symptoms…
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