Same-Day Appointments at The Herrmann Practice
It’s no secret that Gynecologist’s offices have long waits, both in the office and scheduling, as many practices have difficulty working patients into their schedules for urgent problems. In some cases, it may take weeks to get a routine appointment in many OBGYN offices. This is mostly due to the demands of busy obstetrical practices and overbooking.
At The Herrmann Practice, we strive to ensure our patients’ health with the ability to provide care quickly, in most cases the same-day. Since our office has shifted its focus away from obstetrics, we are able to offer same-day appointments for urgent problems and common women’s concerns, such as:
Breast Lumps:
If you notice an usual lump in your breasts during a bath or shower, contact our office immediately for an examination.
Our office provides same-day screenings to ensure your health with a mammogram to identify if there are signs of breast cancer.
Menopause Complications:
If you are experiencing uncomfortable symptoms from menopause, we can help. Our practice offers a variety of hormonal treatments that can help you feel at your very best and overcome the negative effects of menopause.
Bladder or Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs):
If you notice a sudden onset of painful urination, more frequent urination, and constant urges to urinate. If possible it is best to get a urine sample in the office for a culture. We are seeing more bacterial strains that are resistant to the usual antibiotics. Early treatment is important to prevent the symptoms from getting worse and leading to a kidney infection.
Cranberry juice and over the counter medications are not adequate treatments for UTIs.
Vaginal infections:
These can be very bothersome to women with common symptoms such as discharge, odor, itching and burning.
The most common vaginal infection Is bacterial vaginosis, which is caused by certain bacteria that overpopulates the vagina causing a fishy odor. This is also the most difficult to treat and can become a recurrent or chronic infection in many women. This can be treated with a prescription vaginal gel or oral antibiotics. Some patients will require longer term treatments.
While over the counter treatments of vaginal creams are very effective for yeast infections. Creams and even suppositories are somewhat messy to use and the majority of vaginal infections are not caused by yeast.
If you are unsure what type of infection you have or have tried a non-prescription cream or suppository and it didn’t work, you need to make an appointment to get an accurate diagnosis and the proper treatment.
Sexually-Transmitted Infections (STIs):
Maintaining an honest relationship with your women’s healthcare provider is essential to maintaining your overall health. Our friendly and caring staff members have experience talking about those sensitive topics and offer help with any answers to questions about sex.
We provide STD/STI testing to help identify and treat issues, like: Chlamydia, Genital herpes, Genital warts or human papillomavirus (HPV), Gonorrhea, Hepatitis B, Syphilis, Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes AIDS, and more.
If you are experiencing discomfort contact our office immediately for a STI screening to ensure your overall health.
Contraception:
If you are experiencing issues with your current contraception or are interested in obtaining a form of contraception that fits your lifestyle and needs, The Herrmann Practice is the place for you.
We offer ALL types of contraception and can answer any questions you may have. Book your appointment today.
At The Herrmann Practice, we offer both virtual and telephone consultations for patients that can’t come to the office or aren’t sure if they need to come to the office. Due to the current Covid restrictions, most insurance companies are becoming very flexible with virtual appointments making the relationship with your provider even easier. Additionally, with the help of our caring staff, Dr. Herrmann, and our nurse practitioner, Cortney, we can see routine patients for check-ups, contraception, and STI testing either the same day or within the week.
No matter what stage of life you are in, the experts at The Herrmann Practice will ensure that you are living a healthy life through routine examinations and same-day appointments for urgent concerns. From early stages of adolescence to later stages in life, we know what you are going through and can provide answers to questions and concerns you may have about your body. Schedule your annual exam today!
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What is a mammogram? A mammogram is a very low dose X-ray picture of the breasts that doctors use to look for early signs of breast cancer. While you may feel anxious or nervous before your mammogram, the screening process is very important for your health maintenance. No matter your stage in life, it is common to have questions and concerns about your womanly health. At the Herrmann Practice, we are here for you. That's why we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions we receive to help you better understand what’s to come in your next mammogram! . FAQ: Q: At what age should women start having mammograms? A: The standard recommended starting age is 40 and then annually. Q: What if I am high risk for breast cancer, should I have a mammogram before age 40? A: High risk primarily means women with the BRAC 1 and BRAC 2 genetic mutations and women that have already had breast cancer. These women need close surveillance with mammograms and possibly MRIs. Q: Are mammograms painful? A: Most women describe a mammogram as mildly uncomfortable. For women with very large or sensitive breasts it may be more uncomfortable. Q: If I have breast implants, can a mammogram cause them to rupture? A: This would be an extremely rare occurrence. Q: What is the difference between a screening mammogram and a diagnostic mammogram? A: A screening mammogram consists of two views. A diagnostic mammogram is a more focused mammogram consisting of three views. A diagnostic mammogram is medically indicated when there is an abnormality on the screening mammogram or a lump is present. A radiologist is also present for a diagnostic mammogram to do an exam and be sure the mammogram is focused on the abnormal area. Q: What if I want a diagnostic mammogram, can’t my doctor just order that? A: It must be medically indicated or insurance companies won’t pay for it. Q: Can the radiation from a mammogram be harmful? A: No, the amount of radiation from a mammogram is less than that of a chest x-ray and does not increase the risk of breast cancer. Q: What is a 3D mammogram? A: The technique is the same but instead of just one view there are multiple views. Q: Can anyone request a 3D mammogram? A: Yes but not all insurance companies pay for them unless you have dense breasts. Q: What are dense breasts? A: Breasts are made up of glandular and fatty tissue. Women who have a higher ratio of glandular tissue are said to have dense breasts. This has nothing to do with firmness. Q: How accurate are mammograms? A: The current mammogram equipment is very good (of course not perfect) at detecting breast cancer before a lump can be felt. Mammograms are less accurate in women with dense breasts and women with breast implants. In some cases the mammogram may be inconclusive and requires a diagnostic mammogram, an ultrasound, and in some cases a biopsy. Sometimes a six month follow up mammogram is recommended. Q: Does it matter where I get my mammogram done? A: Any mammogram is better than not having one. Mobile units that used to go to workplaces were popular due to convenience. These no longer exist for a variety of reasons. A hospital or breast center generally has the latest equipment and expert radiologists. Q: Is there an age when I can stop having mammograms? A: That depends on your overall health. If you have a life expectancy of less than ten years a mammogram probably isn’t of much value. Conclusion: The experts at The Herrmann Practice are here to ensure that you are living a happy and healthy life. To learn more about Mammograms, contact us or schedule your yearly appointment at The Herrmann Practice today!
When should young women start seeing an OBGYN? Everyone’s health care needs are different, but establishing women’s healthcare during adolescence is important to promoting long-term healthy lifestyles. In fact, according to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), it is recommended that young females have their first Ob-Gyn visit when they’re 13 to 15 years old. This can be a nerve-racking and uncomfortable time in a young woman’s life and a visit with a trusted medical professional can answer questions about the changes during puberty. Continue reading to learn more about why establishing patient care with an Ob-Gyn is important at a young age in a woman’s life.
The annual women’s health exam is often something women don’t look forward to, however, it is an essential component to living a long and healthy life. Through annual exams, women can find the answers to all of their health concerns and find a safe place to talk about sensitive and personal topics. In addition, yearly health exams help prevent health complications and offer advice on reproductive health. The Herrmann Practice has helped women in the Belleville area with all of their women’s health needs for over 40 years. Our caring and professional staff members are here to help answer questions, contraception, and all other needs with our convenient appointments both in-office and with our NEW telehealth platform and virtual appointments. Schedule your annual exam today!
