When Should You See a Gynaecologist?
Many women are unsure whether a symptom is something to monitor, discuss with their GP or take to a gynaecologist. While some changes can be normal, ongoing concerns involving your periods, fertility, pelvic pain or menopause may benefit from specialist assessment.
At Botany Road Doctors in Rosebery, Dr Jenny Cook is a Fertility Specialist, Gynaecologist and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon with more than 25 years of experience in fertility care, IVF, gynaecology and advanced surgery. She sees patients at Botany Road Doctors fortnightly on Wednesdays.
Difficulty conceiving or fertility concerns
Fertility can be influenced by many factors, including age, ovulation, endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids and reproductive health conditions.
It may be helpful to speak with a fertility specialist if you:
have been trying to conceive without success
have irregular or absent ovulation
have experienced recurrent miscarriage
are considering egg or embryo freezing
would like to discuss fertility treatment options
Dr Jenny Cook provides fertility assessments and personalised treatment options including ovulation tracking and induction, intrauterine insemination (IUI), IVF, egg and embryo freezing, donor options and reproductive surgery.
Heavy, painful or irregular periods
Your menstrual cycle can change over time, but significant or persistent changes are worth discussing with a healthcare professional.
You may benefit from specialist advice if you experience:
very heavy menstrual bleeding
severe period or pelvic pain
bleeding between periods
increasingly irregular periods
symptoms that interfere with everyday life or fertility
There are many possible causes of abnormal bleeding and pelvic pain, including fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, polyps and PCOS. Dr Cook provides assessment and management for these and other gynaecological conditions.
Pelvic pain and endometriosis
Severe period pain should not automatically be dismissed as something you simply have to tolerate.
Endometriosis can be associated with painful periods, chronic pelvic pain and fertility difficulties. Symptoms can vary significantly between individuals, and specialist assessment may help determine the cause of ongoing symptoms and the most appropriate treatment approach.
Dr Cook has a particular clinical interest in endometriosis and provides both fertility care and advanced surgical treatment for the condition.
Fibroids, PCOS and ovarian cysts
A gynaecologist may also help investigate conditions including:
Fibroids: non-cancerous growths of the uterus that can be associated with heavy bleeding, pain or pressure. Management may range from monitoring and medication through to surgery.
PCOS: a hormonal condition that can affect menstrual cycles, ovulation and fertility.
Ovarian cysts: fluid-filled sacs that develop on or within an ovary. Many do not require treatment, while others may need monitoring or surgical management depending on their characteristics and symptoms.
Menopause and pelvic health
Perimenopause and menopause can affect much more than your menstrual cycle.
You may want to discuss symptoms such as:
hot flushes or night sweats
sleep difficulties
mood changes
vaginal dryness or discomfort
bladder or pelvic floor concerns
A gynaecologist can assess your symptoms, discuss available management options and help determine whether any additional investigations are appropriate. Dr Cook provides menopause care as part of her broader gynaecology and women’s health services.
What treatments and procedures does Dr Jenny Cook provide?
Depending on your diagnosis and individual circumstances, treatment may involve medical management, minor procedures or surgery.
Dr Cook’s areas of expertise include:
IVF and fertility treatment
egg and embryo freezing
IUD / Mirena insertion
hysteroscopy
treatment of endometriosis
fibroid surgery and myomectomy
ovarian cyst surgery
laparoscopic hysterectomy
pelvic floor surgery
advanced laparoscopic surgery
She is accredited at RANZCOG Level VI in advanced laparoscopic surgery, the highest level of advanced laparoscopic accreditation, and her work includes minimally invasive procedures for endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cysts and other gynaecological conditions.
Not every procedure is performed at Botany Road Doctors, and the most appropriate treatment pathway will depend on your assessment and individual needs.
Book your appointment with Dr Jenny Cook at Botany Road Doctors now!
Dr Jenny Cook is a Fertility Specialist, Gynaecologist and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon with more than 25 years of experience. Her special interests include fertility treatment and IVF, egg freezing, endometriosis, fibroids, laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery, and IUD / Mirena insertion.
Call us at 02 9066 0111 or book online at https://www.botanyroaddoctors.com.au/.
Read her Bio here: https://www.botanyroaddoctors.com.au/dr-jenny-cook
