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Every year, people flock to the gym to burn calories and lose weight. They couple exercise with nutritious diets. After hard work and discipline, they may embrace the bodies they always wanted. However, illnesses, disease, and hormonal changes can cause weight gain when it is least expected or wanted. Women may experience weight gain as their bodies change before the last menstrual period during a stage of life called menopause. It can be difficult to avoid and cause frustration. There is no need to endure the changes alone. Caring gynecologists Dr. Tomeka Roberts will provide gentle care throughout every stage … Continue reading “Patients discuss their concerns about perimenopausal weight gain with Birmingham gynecologists”

For most women, gaining weight can affect their happiness, self-esteem, self-image, and health. High blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and depression can be linked to weight gain. Menopause and weight gain are often thought to go hand in hand. Because the symptoms associated with menopause and perimenopause, such as night sweats, hot flashes, insomnia, and mood fluctuations can cause discomfort and anxiety, weight loss may be a further challenge for women who are dealing with the changes in their biological process. It is estimated that about 30 percent of women between the ages of 50 and 59 have excess body … Continue reading “Women in Birmingham AL ask, “What are some strategies for weight loss during menopause?””

As an all-women specialty practice, Tomeka Roberts, M.D., P.C., Obstetrics & Gynecology understands the many causes of stubborn fat and unexplainable weight gain unique to female patients. Dr. Roberts can recommend nonsurgical ways to safely lose weight to gain confidence and improved health. A Weighty Problem Obesity is defined as a body mass index of at least 30. In most people, this ratio is a reliable measure of fat. While obesity is characterized by generalized fat that is distributed uniformly, many women suffer from localized fat restricted to a specific spot. For example, hormonal changes can cause excess fat around … Continue reading “Birmingham specialists help women with weight loss”

Many women want to look and feel their best, and Drs. Tomeka Robertsassist patients in the Birmingham and Homewood, Alabama areas with a variety of services, including weight loss treatment. Instead of following a trendy diet program that will only provide short-term results, Drs. Tomeka Robertsencourage patients to consider lifestyle changes and a nutritional program that will last a lifetime! Benefits of weight loss Women seeking to lose a few pounds are doing so for two reasons: they want to address some extra weight they have gained over time and they want to feel good in their own skin. Some women … Continue reading “Birmingham and Homewood, Alabama area patients can enjoy weight loss treatments”

Many women at all stages of life desire to lose weight. At the practice of Dr. Tomeka Roberts, women can open up with a professional to discuss effective weight loss therapy. Solutions are available to help reduce weight while improving overall health and wellness. Tips and tricks It is important for women to know that they are not alone with their weight loss struggles. However, it should be known that common weight loss methods such as yo-yo dieting or extreme limitations such as cleansing can have a negative effect on the body. It can also cause women to experience more weight … Continue reading “What weight loss therapy solution works best for women?”

There is often much anticipation for an expectant mother throughout pregnancy. She may wonder about everything from physical features to personality traits of her developing baby. One of the major milestones during pregnancy is the ultrasound. To ensure a greater understanding of the procedure, Drs. Tomeka Robertswill explain what to expect with an ultrasound at our Birmingham office. During an ultrasound, we use high-frequency sound waves to scan the abdomen and pelvic activity. This results in a sonogram or picture of the developing baby and placenta. Expectant parents can often find out the sex of the baby during the procedure … Continue reading “What to expect with an ultrasound at our Birmingham office”

In the third trimester of pregnancy, many women begin to get anxious and excited to see their little one in person. That squirmy baby in their belly will soon be introduced to the world! However, with today’s technology, moms and dads can now get a “sneak peek” at their newborns weeks before their arrival. By using a 4D ultrasound scan, Birmingham, AL area patients can get a digitized view of their bundle of joy! What is 4D ultrasound? 4D ultrasound allows for crystal clear, lifelike images of your baby while still in the womb. This is performed right in the office … Continue reading “Birmingham, AL area women can enjoy a 4D ultrasound scan during pregnancy”

Ultra-sound is a common technology used at an obstetrics and gynecology practice. In fact, they are used for a wide variety of treatments and diagnostics because of their ability to see internally. Ultra-sound technology allows Dr. Roberts to see the ovaries, uterus, cervix, bladder, and fallopian tubes. The ability to see the organs of the pelvis can assist in diagnosing medical issues and visualizing what may be causing pain and discomfort for a patient. In most cases, ultra-sound is used to assist with: Determining the size of the bladder and diagnose urinary issues such as blood in the urine Guiding … Continue reading “Why might a gynecologist in Birmingham suggest an ultra-sound?”

Most people associate ultra sound with pregnancy. Perhaps you’ve seen a picture of an ultra sound brought back from a friend or coworker after a regular maternity visit. What you may not know is ultra sound technology is a vital and potentially life-saving tool in diagnosing ectopic pregnancies. Ectopic pregnancies occur when a fertilized egg is somewhere outside of the uterus. They most commonly occur in the fallopian tubes that carry the eggs from the ovaries to the uterus. This is called a tubal pregnancy. Some ectopic pregnancies can occur in the ovary, abdominal cavity or even in the cervix. … Continue reading “The benefits of ultra sound in diagnosing an ectopic pregnancy for Birmingham women”

We offer patients in the Birmingham area the convenience of obstetric and gynecologic ultra sounds in our office. Our team is highly skilled and has years of experience working with the latest in technology to provide you with the highest level of service. Obstetric Ultrasounds Obstetric ultrasounds give us (and you) the first look at your developing baby. This can help us determine due date, evaluate the anatomy, and make sure that everything looks okay within the uterus. Obstetric ultrasounds are safe, non-invasive, and painless. They are typically done at the following times: Between 6 and 12 weeks of pregnancy … Continue reading “Delivering quality care with both in-office obstetrics and gynecologic ultra sounds in Birmingham”