Advise

What is a cystoscopy?

  16. June 2026     Dr. med. Jennifer Pohle Dr. med. Jennifer Pohle

A cystoscopy is an examination of the bladder, also known as a bladder endoscopy.

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Tubal ligation

  19. May 2026     pract. med. Nikoleta Dimitrova pract. med. Nikoleta Dimitrova

Tubal ligation is a procedure suitable for women who have definitively completed their family planning, regardless of whether a woman has ever had a child or has been pregnant. It is a permanent form of contraception, meaning that it is not necessarily reversible.

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My baby is lying “the wrong way”

  15. April 2026     Dr. med. Carolin Hecht-Kleine Wortmann Dr. med. Carolin Hecht-Kleine Wortmann

“How is my baby positioned right now?” “Does it already need to be in the correct position?” “What happens if it doesn’t turn anymore?” These questions are completely normal. The baby’s position is something many expectant parents think about – and it often causes uncertainty. Below you will find a brief overview of the different stages of pregnancy and how your baby’s position can change.

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Abortion: Information and Support

  17. March 2026     pract. med. Martina Labhart pract. med. Martina Labhart

For many women, a positive pregnancy test is joyful news. However, around 15 percent of those affected are in a different situation: they wish to end the pregnancy.

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Baby Blues… or Something More?

  30. October 2025     Dr. med. Isabella Thiel Dr. med. Isabella Thiel

The birth of a child is an overwhelming experience. Around 50–80% of all women experience what is known as the “baby blues” — usually between the 3rd and 5th day after giving birth. During this time, women may feel mildly depressed, overly sensitive, emotionally unstable, and often cry for no apparent reason. The joy of having a baby is mixed with exhaustion and sleep deprivation from childbirth, combined with a drastic drop in hormone levels. This so-called “baby blues” phase typically resolves on its own within a few days and does not require treatment — unlike postpartum depression, which is a more severe and prolonged condition that does require medical attention.

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Bleeding disorders in adolescence

  01. September 2025     Dr. med. Anna Fischer Dr. med. Anna Fischer

Bleeding disorders in adolescence mostly occur when ovulation does not take place during the menstrual cycle. This is called an anovulatory cycle. This can occur more frequently in adolescence because the **hypothalamic-pituitary axis** (a regulatory pathway of the central nervous system) is not yet fully matured.

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Micronutrients – Small Substances, Big Impact

  01. August 2025     Dr. med. Isabella Kiefer Dr. med. Isabella Kiefer

In our gynecological practice, we regard micronutrients as building blocks for hormonal balance, fertility, pregnancy, and the health of both mother and child. Vitamins, minerals, and trace elements support enzymes, hormones, the immune system, energy metabolism, and cellular function. Adequate intake contributes to well-being and stable health at every stage of life.

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Tips for a Healthy Vaginal Flora – What to Consider and What Really Helps

  14. April 2025    

A healthy vaginal flora protects against harmful germs and pathogens. It mainly consists of beneficial lactic acid bacteria that are kept in balance by the hormone estrogen and create an acidic environment. This acidic pH protects against fungi and harmful bacteria. However, various internal and external factors can disturb this delicate balance.

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Vaccination during Pregnancy

  24. March 2025     Dr. med. Jennifer Pohle Dr. med. Jennifer Pohle

Before and during pregnancy, the topic of vaccination is particularly important to optimally protect both the mother and the unborn child. Even when planning a pregnancy, the vaccination status for certain infectious diseases should be reviewed.

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