Italian-speaking gynaecologists in London and the UK

A gynaecologist is a doctor who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of gynaecological problems (those related to the female reproductive system such as: vagina, uterus, ovaries and breasts).

Most gynaecologists work also in obstetrics, which focuses on pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum period (they are often called OB/GYN).

Doctors who want to become gynaecologists need to complete a Gynaecology Training speciality course, which can take up to seven years.

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The most common problems treated by this professional are:

• Benign conditions (for example, ovarian cysts, vulvar and vaginal ulcers)

• Abnormal bleeding from the uterus

• Cancers of the reproductive tract and breasts, and pregnancy-related tumors

• Congenital abnormalities of the female reproductive tract

• Cytology abnormalities (cell abnormalities, including those related to cancer)

• Ectopic pregnancy

• Emergency care (for conditions involving bleeding, for example)

• Endometriosis

• Fibroids/myomas of the uterus

• Pelvic inflammatory diseases

• Pelvic pain – both acute and chronic

• Benign breast disorders

• Pelvic problems (including defects in the pelvic floor)

• Disorders of reproductive physiology and hormones (for example, anovulation and hirsutism)

• Early pregnancy loss

• Polycystic ovary syndrome

• Family planning (contraception, sterilization, pregnancy termination)

• Sexually transmitted infections

• Urinary and fecal incontinence.

During a visit, the gynaecologist will collect information about the medical history of the patient and might carry out a pelvic examination or a breast examination.

The consultant might also use some diagnostic and surgical procedures including:

• colposcopy (microscopic examination of the cervix);

• hysteroscopy (using an endoscope to see into the uterus);

• ultrasound scanning;

• biopsy.