Care focused on your health and well-being
Gynecologic health includes your sexual health and wellness. It is not just about physical health but also mental and emotional wellness, healthy relationships and making the right choices for you.
No matter your age, you should feel in control of your body and your relationships. From protecting yourself to choosing if or when to get pregnant, you will have access to compassionate and supportive medical care with Baylor Scott & White.
Your women’s health provider can support you in all aspects of female sexual health and will not judge your decisions. Your provider will listen to your preferences and goals to find the best solution or treatment for you.
Family planning
You may want to get pregnant later in life, or you may choose not to have children. Your women’s health provider can discuss options for planning your family, whether you are looking for birth control or egg preservation. Our providers work with families of all types interested in surrogacy, insemination and other alternatives for having children.
Infertility
Both women and men can experience infertility, and the causes can range from medical conditions and age to physical abnormalities. Infertility can be challenging, but with the help and support of a dedicated fertility specialist, couples can find the right treatment and gain hope for having the family they want.
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
STIs are bacterial or viral infections transmitted through sexual contact of any type. Anyone sexually active can get an STI, no matter their age.
The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common STI in the United States, but fortunately, it can be prevented with a vaccine. Other common STIs include syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia, which can be treated effectively.
Sexual health and safety
Sex should be safe, pleasurable and consenting, without coercion or violence. Unfortunately, more than half of women in the United States experience sexual violence during their lifetime, and these incidents can have a lasting impact on a woman’s health and well-being.
If you are worried about your safety or in an abusive relationship, the first step is talking to someone you trust. You can contact many organizations, such as the National Domestic Violence Helpline (1.800.799.7233). Your healthcare provider can also connect you with helpful resources.
Our female reproductive health services
Taking care of your sexual and reproductive health is vital for your overall well-being. You can find the support and treatments at Baylor Scott & White.