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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: PCOS is probably the most commonly diagnosed gynecological condition among young women presenting to clinics in Rajshahi — and also one of the most misunderstood. The name implies the problem is the cysts, but the cysts are a consequence of the real issue — insulin resistance and hormonal dysregulation that disrupts ovulation. Women with PCOS in Rajshahi present in different ways — some with irregular periods since adolescence who were told to just take the pill and move on, some with significant weight gain around the abdomen they cannot shift despite dieting, and some who only discover they have PCOS when they cannot conceive. Gynecologists assess PCOS through hormonal blood tests, pelvic ultrasound, and clinical features and tailor treatment to what the patient actually needs — cycle regulation, weight management, acne treatment, or fertility induction — rather than a single generic approach.

Uterine Fibroids: Fibroids are benign muscle tumors growing within or on the wall of the uterus. They are extraordinarily common — many women have them without ever knowing. The ones that cause problems are those that distort the uterine cavity or grow large enough to press on surrounding structures. Heavy, prolonged periods that cause significant anemia, pelvic pressure, a feeling of bloating, and frequent urination from a fibroid pressing on the bladder are the presentations that bring women to gynecology clinics in Rajshahi. Gynecologists map fibroid number, size, and location through ultrasound and decide between medical management to shrink fibroids, myomectomy to remove them while preserving the uterus for future pregnancy, or hysterectomy for women who have completed their family and want a definitive solution.

Ectopic Pregnancy: When a fertilized egg implants in the fallopian tube rather than the uterus, the result is an ectopic pregnancy that cannot develop normally and will rupture if not treated promptly. A woman with a missed period, a positive pregnancy test, and one-sided lower abdominal pain is an ectopic pregnancy until proven otherwise. Gynecologists in Rajshahi diagnose through transvaginal ultrasound and blood HCG levels and manage with either methotrexate injection for early unruptured cases or emergency surgery for those that have ruptured or are at high risk of doing so. A ruptured ectopic pregnancy causes massive internal hemorrhage and is one of the genuine gynecological emergencies requiring immediate surgical intervention.

Cervical Cancer and Precancerous Changes: Cervical cancer remains one of the most preventable cancers in existence yet continues to claim lives across Bangladesh because regular screening with Pap smear or VIA test is not routine practice. Gynecologists in Rajshahi perform cervical screening and colposcopy — a detailed examination of the cervix with magnification — when abnormal cells are detected. Precancerous cervical changes are treated with LEEP or cryotherapy before they progress to invasive cancer. Women who have never had a Pap smear and are sexually active should prioritize a gynecology appointment for screening rather than waiting for symptoms — by the time cervical cancer causes symptoms it is usually at an advanced stage.

Preeclampsia and Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy: High blood pressure developing after 20 weeks of pregnancy — particularly when accompanied by protein in the urine, severe headache, visual disturbances, or upper abdominal pain — constitutes preeclampsia, one of the most serious complications of pregnancy. RMCH's obstetric department manages severe preeclampsia and eclampsia cases referred from across the northwestern division, including cases of seizures during pregnancy requiring emergency magnesium sulfate and urgent delivery. Regular blood pressure monitoring at every antenatal visit is the only way to catch preeclampsia before it becomes an emergency — making consistent antenatal care with a gynecologist genuinely life-saving.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Ascending infection from the lower reproductive tract to the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries causes PID — characterized by pelvic pain, fever, abnormal vaginal discharge, and pain during intercourse. PID is one of the leading preventable causes of infertility in Bangladesh because inadequately treated episodes cause scarring and blockage of the fallopian tubes. Gynecologists in Rajshahi treat acute PID with appropriate antibiotic combinations, investigate for sexually transmitted infections, and advise on preventing recurrence. Women who have had multiple episodes of PID require fertility assessment to establish whether tubal damage has occurred.