Many women, at some point in their life, may experience urinary incontinence. This subject can be very embarrassing for women to bring up to their doctor, but it is important for patients to discuss this condition with a professional. Dr. Craig Ranch of McKinney, TX is a doctor who is pleased to educate women on […]
At Craig Ranch OB/GYN, we offer gynecological and obstetric services to women in and around the community of McKinney, TX. Our professionals welcome women who are considering certain procedures to ask about solutions such as laparoscopic surgery. With laparoscopic surgery, many treatments that often required invasive surgery are now less invasive and more effective than […]
At Craig Ranch OB/GYN in McKinney, TX, women have access to a wide range of services in the medical realm of gynecology and obstetrics. Women who are experiencing a pregnancy following a deliver with a cesarean section, or “C-section,” may want to ask their doctor about the possibility of a vaginal birth. Now more than […]
So you’ve taken a home pregnancy test and found out you are expecting! Congratulations! Now is the time to seek prenatal care with a medical professional to ensure a healthy pregnancy and delivery of your newest arrival! What is prenatal care? The care you receive prior to delivering your baby is considered “prenatal […]
As women age, their reproductive health changes with time. The period of menopause is a sign that a woman is no longer in the reproductive phase of their life. When reproduction ceases, these women go into perimenopause or menopause. The changes during this time can cause women to feel as though they are no longer […]
Preparing for your first mammogram can cause many women anxiety. They may have heard horror stories of the screening process that can make them hesitant to schedule their appointment. However, at Craig Ranch OB/GYN, patients can speak to our team about what to expect during their first mammography to ease their anxiety and help them […]
It is not uncommon for women to put the needs of others before themselves. It is often seen with wives and mothers who tend to the rest of the family first, then their own needs second. However, it is really important for women to understand the importance of taking care of themselves so they have […]
McKinney, TX area women find it common to experience light days and heavy days during their period. However, when patients have continued and chronic heavy periods, they may be dealing with a condition known as menorrhagia. Dr. Craig Ranch of Craig Ranch OB/GYN describes a heave period that often requires women to change their pad […]
Surgical procedures may be required for some women who are experiencing problems with their reproductive health. Fortunately, today’s technology makes it easier than ever to get less invasive procedures performed, reducing the risk of infection and improving the rate at which recovery occurs. At Craig Ranch OB/GYN, patients in the McKinney, TX area can learn […]
Menopause is a period in a woman’s life, sometimes referred to as the “change,” that can become extremely problematic. Menopause, or the earlier stage known as perimenopause, can be troublesome. During this time, there is a dramatic shift in the production of hormones, specifically progesterone and estrogen. When these hormones are no longer in balance, […]
