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Pelvic Ultrasound

Pelvic Ultrasound

Pelvic ultrasound is used to detect and pain in the lower belly (pelvis) organs and examine the ovaries, uterus, cervix and the fallopian tubes. In men, it is used for bladder, prostrate gland and seminal vesicles study. A pelvic ultrasound reads clearly both the organs and structures that are solid and uniform like the uterus, prostrate gland or fluid-filled like bladder. It is usually used to find the cause of pelvic pain, such as ectopic pregnancy in women and tumors or masses. Transvaginal ultrasound helps in studying the uterus and other organs better.

Scrotal ultrasound is primarily used to evaluate the disorders of the testicles and surrounding areas. Pain and swelling in the scrotum and mass in the scrotum area or any other trauma can be detected and evaluated by a scrotal ultrasound. The scrotal ultrasound is a valuable tool in determining the cause of testicular pain and swelling. Ultrasound imaging helps to identity inflammation of the scrotum and an absent or undescended testicle, testicle torsion, abnormal blood vessel or a lump or tumor. Normally it is used to detect if the prostrate is enlarged.

Transvaginal Ultrasound

A transvaginal pelvic ultrasound is used to study the uterus, ovaries, cervix and fallopian tubes. A small ultrasound device is inserted into the vagina and high pitched sound waves are emitted and reflected back to the transducer. These waves are analysed and the image is displayed on a video monitor. The picture produced by ultrasound is called a sonogram, echogram or scan. A transvaginal ultrasound helps to evaluate dysfunctional bleeding and whether any uterine fibroid or polyp is present. In post menopausal women, it is used to check the thickness of the uterine lining for any cancerous growth.

Hyperemesis Gravidarum

Hyperemesis Gravidarum is a severe form of morning sickness that is noticed only in very few pregnant women. Women suffering from Hyperemesis Gravidarum experience severe vomiting and nausea. Dehydration usually follows since the woman is not able to keep down any food. Other signs of Hyperemesis Gravidarum are headaches, fainting, ketoacidosis and decreased urination. There may be excess weight loss in the pregnant woman.

Mild cases of Hyperemesis Gravidarum are advised to rest and take adequate dietary care. In cases of dehydration, adequate fluids and nutrition is provided intravenously. If symptoms of hyperemesis gravidarum are noticed, the pregnant woman is asked to undergo serum creatinine, urine ketones, thyroid-stimulating hormone and serum electrolytes tests. Pelvic ultrasound may also be recommended.