Prolapse Particulars, Part II

By Riva Preil Mild prolapse may be asymptomatic, and POP may only first become noticeable at later stages of the dysfunction. The signs and symptoms of bladder or urethral prolapse include urinary incontinence, urgency (sudden strong urge to urinate), urinary...

Prolapse Particulars, Part I

A few more words about Pelvic Organ Prolapse, from Riva Preil. June is Pelvic Organ Prolapse Awareness Month. Pelvic organ prolapse (POP), descent of any of the pelvic floor organs, is one of the most common indications for gynecological surgery. Usually, the organs...

Ob/Gyns Can Treat Men Again!

By Riva Preil Recently, the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology overturned a previous decision which forbade obstetrician-gynecologists from treating male patients for sexually transmitted infections and to screen them for anal cancer. The previous decision...
Pesticides = Endometriosis?

Pesticides = Endometriosis?

By Riva Preil Pesticides, plant protection products, have been linked with irritation of the skin and eyes, nervous and reproductive system problems, and possibly even cancer. Unfortunately, recent research has revealed that pesticides are associated with...
Now Offering Nutritional Services!

Now Offering Nutritional Services!

We are excited to announce Nutrition and Fitness Coach Stacey Grant will now be offering nutritional services at Beyond Basics for patients suffering from chronic pain related to inflammation of the pelvic floor and GI. Grant has a masters degree and is certified in...