Women's Health Specialist
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Del Sol Centro Medico Familiar PLLC
Luis E Zepeda, MD
Family Medicine Specialist located in Houston, TX
More than 15% of women 18 and up have fair or poor health. Del Sol Centro Medico Familiar PLLC is here to help you turn less-than-great health into peak wellness through preventive care. Luis Zepeda, MD, and his dedicated team offer women’s health services, including Pap smears and clinical breast exams, to protect your reproductive and whole-body health now and in the future. Call the Houston, Texas, office or book an appointment through the provided link.
Women's Health Q & A
What is women’s health care?
Women’s health care is a group of services geared toward women’s wellness, just as men’s health care focuses on problems unique to men. Although women’s health exams generally focus on reproductive health, Del Sol Centro Medico Familiar PLLC also looks after your general health.
When do I need women’s health care?
Del Sol Centro Medico Familiar PLLC recommends women’s health exams for all girls and women, starting at around the age of 12.
Most women need annual exams, but you may need additional visits for acute illnesses, minor surgeries, diabetes management, hypertension management, or other care if you have an acute or chronic problem.
What are some common women’s health issues?
Many of the most common women's health issues are reproductive system conditions and diseases, including:
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Breast cancer
- Cervical cancer
- Ovarian cancer
- Endometriosis
- Uterine fibroids
These are just a few of the reproductive health concerns women may face today. Many women are also at risk for chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension.
What does women’s health care include?
Women’s health care at Del Sol Centro Medico Familiar PLLC covers a wide range of health concerns. The main components of your exam include:
Breast exam
In a breast exam, your provider manually checks your breasts for lumps and other irregularities. You may also schedule a mammogram based on your age and breast cancer risk. Most women begin mammogram screenings around age 40.
Pap smear
A Pap smear, also called a Pap test, involves your provider swabbing or brushing your cervix (uterine opening) to take a tiny cell sample. The laboratory checks this sample to look for abnormal changes that may indicate early signs of cervical cancer.
The women’s health exams at Del Sol Centro Medico Familiar PLLC primarily focus on prevention. With early disease detection, you can take any preventive steps necessary to avoid cancer.
Depending on your situation, you may also have other tests during your women’s health exam, such as blood tests and cardiovascular testing.
If you have a chronic condition, you may also need help with hypertension management, diabetes management, and guidance for other ongoing medical issues.
For women’s health care management from a team that you can trust, call Del Sol Centro Medico Familiar PLLC or click on the online appointment maker tool now.