


Dr. Cristina has extensive additional training above and beyond her naturopathic training in women’s health concerns, and it is a special focus in her practice. As we always hear, women truly are complex creatures, and Dr. Cristina looks at the whole picture a woman presents, including the mental/emotional/spiritual issues that accompany any physical concerns a woman experiences.
WOMEN'S HEALTH
Women’s Health is an all-encompassing term for a variety of health issues that range from the obvious gynecological/reproductive concerns that are unique to women, to issues that are experienced by both men and women but have a unique presentation in women. It also refers to health issues that are much more common in women, even if they are experienced by men as well.
Health issues unique to women include but are not limited to:
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Menstrual issues, including Pre Menstrual Syndrome (PMS), cramps, mood changes, etc.
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Perimenopause, menopause
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Breast issues, including fibrocystic breasts, breast cancer prevention
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Ovarian cysts
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
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Endometriosis
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Cervical dysplasia
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Vaginal infections
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Pregnancy
Health issues that occur in both sexes but have a unique presentation in women or have different diagnostic/assessment criteria include but are not limited to:
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Heart disease
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Coronary artery disease
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High cholesterol
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Sexually transmitted infections
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Infertility
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Sexual dysfunction
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Contraception
Health issues that occur in both sexes but are much more
common in women include but are not limited to:
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Anxiety and Depression
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Lifestyle stress
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Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue
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Iron deficiency
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Autoimmune conditions i.e. lupus, MS
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Osteoporosis
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Thyroid issues
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Hormonal imbalances
Dr. Cristina has extensive additional training above and beyond her naturopathic training in women’s health concerns, and it is a special focus in her practice. As we always hear, women truly are complex creatures, and Dr. Cristina looks at the whole picture a woman presents, including the mental/emotional/spiritual issues that accompany any physical concerns a woman experiences.