Women's Health

Women require specialized health services at all stages of life. Rebecca ‘Becky’ Long, MD, of Dr. Becky’s Family Practice, offers women’s health services to women who live in and around Salisbury, Maryland. Call today or use this website to set up your telehealth or house call women’s health appointment with Dr. Becky today.

What does women’s health cover?

Dr. Becky provides care to address menstrual cycle irregularities, manage conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), or ease symptoms caused by menopause. 

If you have heavy menstrual bleeding, Dr. Becky can also offer treatment. She also helps women stay on top of preventive measures such as breast and cervical cancer screenings.

What are the key aspects of preventive care for women?

Preventive care for women involves regular check-ups, screenings, and vaccinations. 

This includes routine gynecological exams, mammograms, referrals for Pap smears, and vaccinations against diseases like HPV. Dr. Becky helps you stay up-to-date on these screenings.

What contraceptive options are available to women?

If you wish to prevent pregnancy, Dr. Becky works with you to find the best birth control solution. Available options include barrier methods, like condoms and diaphragms, as well as hormonal methods like the pill. 

Dr. Becky offers Nexplanon® implants, which consist of a small rod inserted under the skin of the upper arm. These implants provide protection from pregnancy for up to three years. 

What role does women's health play in managing conditions like PCOS?

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disturbance that women can develop during their reproductive years. 

It can cause irregular periods and trouble getting pregnant. Women with PCOS usually have too much androgen, a male hormone, that can cause secondary male sex traits like facial hair. 

Dr. Becky helps you manage unpleasant symptoms, such as acne, weight gain, and irregular periods, associated with PCOS. Treatments for PCOS include lifestyle modifications, nutritional recommendations, and hormonal birth control. 

How do women’s health services address menopause?

Menopause, typically occurring around age 50, marks the end of menstrual cycles. The hormonal changes that occur with menopause cause symptoms that may include hot flashes, mood changes, and weight gain. 

Menopause is a natural progression in a woman’s life and can’t be cured. Dr. Becky explores treatment options like lifestyle changes, hormone replacement therapy, or other medications to help ease symptoms and reduce the long-term health risks associated with menopause. 

Call Dr. Becky’s Family Practice to set up a women’s health appointment or use the online tool to schedule your telehealth session.