Birth control counseling is an important part of women’s health. If you want to start or change your birth control, our practitioners can help you understand the options that may be right for you. Birth control options available include pills, condoms, injections, vaginal rings, and patches.
When medically appropriate, our practitioners can write a prescription for the birth control method that is right for you.
Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted disease that can appear weeks or months after a sexual encounter. Gonorrhea is a common infection caused by a bacterium that can be passed between partners during sexual contact and can infect males and females. While you may not be experiencing symptoms, it is still possible to spread the infection to others.
AMG Primary Care can review the results of specimen testing, urine, or blood samples that are ordered and collected to determine if you have gonorrhea or another STD and provide a treatment recommendation, which may include a prescription.
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is a skin infection that can cause painful sores near the mouth and/or genitals, depending on which type you have. While you may not be experiencing symptoms, it is still possible to spread the infection to others. If left untreated, herpes can reappear — otherwise referred to as an outbreak.
AMG Primary Care can conduct a physical exam of the area and collect a sample for examination. If medically necessary, your provider can provide you with a treatment recommendation, which may include a prescription. It is important to seek medical care as soon as possible to avoid further spread of the infection.
The HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine can help to protect against cervical, vulvar, vaginal, penile, and anal cancer as well as against genital warts. These are serious conditions that can be prevented with proper planning, including early intervention. If you are interested in the HPV vaccine, we can refer you for the immunization.
Pelvic exams are commonly performed as part of a wellness visit and assessment of other gynecologic concerns. When you can’t make it to your provider, We can provide Wellness exams as an opportunity to talk about screenings, immunizations and potential risk factors.
Pregnancy Testing is offered.
Trichomoniasis is an STD caused by a parasite and generally transmitted through sexual encounters. The infection is also known to spread from the genitals to other parts of the body, such as the hands, mouth or anus. While symptoms can range, common symptoms can include genital irritation, pain when urinating or genital discharge. The condition can be treated with medication, when appropriate.
AMG Primary Care can conduct a physical exam, urine test or blood test to diagnose. If medically necessary, your provider can provide you with a treatment recommendation, which may include a prescription. It is important to seek medical care as soon as possible to avoid further spread of the infection.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) and bladder infections (also called cystitis) can leave you feeling like you need to go to the bathroom almost constantly. They are usually not serious but can become serious if left untreated. AMG Primary Care can assess your symptoms and discuss treatment options to relieve your urinary tract or bladder infection.
There are many reasons you could be experiencing vaginal discharge. A majority of the time, discharge is part of the normal vaginal function; but if you are experiencing a change in color, smell or consistency, you should seek medical care, because you may be experiencing an infection.
AMG Primary Care can help diagnose and treat your symptoms when medically appropriate.
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) can occur when your body’s balance of good bacteria becomes out of balance. The most common bacteria that can lead to vaginosis is Gardnerella vaginalis. While not all cases of BV have symptoms, symptoms can range from vaginal discharge to burning or itching during urination to an odor.
AMG Primary Care can conduct a physical exam but may also require a vaginal fluid sample. If medically necessary, your provider can provide you with a treatment recommendation, which may include a prescription. It is important to seek medical care as soon as possible to avoid further spread of the infection.
Vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection that causes irritation, discomfort and intense itching of the vagina. Yeast infections can be very irritating but are seldom dangerous. If you think you might have a yeast infection, AMG Primary Care can assess your symptoms and determine if they are due to a yeast infection or another vaginal infection. Your provider can help you come up with a treatment plan to get relief and can talk with you about preventing yeast infections in the future.
