Depression is a common mood disorder that can cause serious symptoms in many individuals. These symptoms often make daily activities a difficult struggle, and require proper diagnosis and treatment from a specialized physician like a behavioral health consultant at High Lakes Health Care. High Lakes Health Care provides treatment for behavior health conditions including depression. …

Pelvic pain is an extremely common symptom women experience. Discomfort within the lower abdomen and pelvic region could be a result of an abnormality or illness relating to a variety of key bodily systems and functions. Most often, this type of pain is typically related to the reproductive system, digestive, urinary system, or the musculoskeletal …

Receiving a screening for a sexually transmitted disease, or STD, is an important step for a sexually active person to take to protect themselves and their partner. In many cases, those infected with a sexually transmitted disease may not even know because they aren’t showing symptoms. If left untreated, STDs can be spread to others …

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of long-term birth control for women. A small plastic T-shaped device is inserted into the uterus and can prevent pregnancy for 3 to 10 years depending on the type of IUD. An IUD is a highly effective form of birth control, but does not prevent sexually transmitted infections. …

Today, there are many options as it relates to birth control. To select the one that is best suited to your needs and those of your partner, you should consult with your gynecologist at High Lakes Health Care. Our gynecologists specialize in providing contraception counseling for women in Bend. Learn more about the birth control …

A myomectomy is a procedure that removes fibroids from the uterus while still leaving the uterus intact. Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths that typically develop during childbearing years. These masses can distort or expand the uterus in such a way that becoming pregnant may be difficult since a fertilized egg may not be able to attach …

Have you experienced changes in your vaginal health since menopause? Did you know that as many as 50% of women experience changes in their vaginal and sexual health. There are symptoms of menopause that no one ever talks about including painful intercourse, urinary incontinence, extreme vaginal dryness or laxity, and loss of intimacy due to …

Heavy Menstrual Bleeding What is Heavy Menstrual Bleeding? 1 in 5 women suffer from heavy menstrual bleeding. Many women begin to experience heavy and/or irregular bleeding in their 30s and 40s, as they begin to get closer to menopause. Heavy periods are more than just a hassle – they take a physical, social, and emotional …

Urinary incontinence is a condition where there is loss of control in managing the flow of urine from your body. Approximately 17 million women in the U.S. experience some form of urinary incontinence in their lifetime. This condition usually occurs between the ages of 18 and 60 and is a result of the urethra not …

Urodynamic studies is a specific category of medical testing that is conducted to diagnose problems of the urinary system. These assessments are referred to as urodynamic testing, which aims to analyze how well the bladder, sphincters, and urethra are able to function when it comes to holding and releasing urine as desired. The board-certified gynecologists …