I have to see a doctor for possible causes of infertility but I am confused on which specialty to chose?
2006-10-18 18:31:43 · 8 answers · asked by Sandra D 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Nothing all the same
2006-10-18 18:33:53 · answer #1 · answered by rabatvilla 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Gynecology treats women for different issues with their reproductive systems. From treating young women for yeast infections to treating older women for their uterus dropping (forget the medical terms used for that). Gynecology includes well checks every year via pap smear, etc. Obstetrics deals specifically with pregnancy and ensure the healthy progression of pregnancy as well as treating complications associated with pregnancy, and ultimately the delivery of the baby/babies. Since both areas deal with a woman's reproductive system most practices incorporate both specialties, but some Drs prefer one area or the other... OR depending on the malpractice insurance requirements of some areas Drs may shy away from Obstetrics completely.
2016-05-22 01:19:09 · answer #2 · answered by Megan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the diff is that gyns deal with the various and sundry issues of that region where an ob deals with the issues of pregnancy
what you are looking for is a doc with a specialty in fertility... there are docs that only do fertility but often they come with a high price tag and insurance companies may not cover those kind of visits...so kill two birds with one stone and get an ob/gyn with a speciality in fertility... that way when your issues are resolved, you are still set up with the right doc to deliver your baby
my prayers are with you... the best of luck with this
2006-10-18 18:43:36 · answer #3 · answered by dornalune 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Gynecologist is the doctor who is concerned with the diseases and disorders of the female reproductive system. whereas the Obstetrician is concerned with conception and delivery of the child , including infertility. So you better see an Obstetrician. Usually a qualified lady doctor will be both Obstetrician and Gynecologist.
2006-10-18 23:13:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
An Ob doctor is one that monitors you during your pregnancy & delivers your baby. A gynecologist is a doctor that takes care of all your female needs; yearly exams, pap tests and also preforms surgery on your female parts when/if needed. I find it best to go to an Ob/Gyn doctor, that way both needs are met!!
2006-10-18 18:47:33 · answer #5 · answered by c's grandma 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
A gyno specializes in vaginal issues.....on ob/gyn also handles pregnancy and childbirth along with any vaginal issues....if you plan on having children one day and want an established relationship with the dr. that delivers yoru children than you should find a doctor that does both..ob/gyn
2006-10-18 21:08:48 · answer #6 · answered by kamsmom 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The specialty is Obstectrics / Gynochology. I do not believe they are ever separated. If they are, go with OB/GYN.
2006-10-18 18:37:46 · answer #7 · answered by bob h 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obstetrics would be what you need.
2006-10-18 18:37:41 · answer #8 · answered by kame 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋