Talking to your OBGYN about mental health

While many people think an OBGYN appointment is all about Pap smears and pelvic exams, our compassionate San Antonio OBGYNs care for the entire patient. Talking to your OBGYN about mental health is an important part of your health care, and your OBGYN is a person you can trust. At Legacy Women’s Health, your OBGYN can help with mental health as a supportive and reliable source of information.

How your OBGYN can help with mental health

Our team of compassionate San Antonio OBGYNs puts patients at ease when discussing their most personal issues. Of course, we will ask you about what is going on in the bedroom and the bathroom, but our concern is not just limited to what is happening with your body.

If a patient thinks something just feels “off,” their concerns are not to be dismissed. Talking to your OBGYN about mental health is important because women are twice as likely to have a lifetime diagnosis of major depression as men. We recognize there are a variety of ages and stages when a woman is vulnerable to mental health issues.

• Adolescents are more prone to anxiety, mood, attention and behavior disorders.
• In pregnancy, mood and anxiety disorders are among the most common complications that occur in pregnancy or in the first 12 months after delivery.
• Postpartum depression and anxiety disorders are important to understand as women face a big pivot in life.
• The transition to menopause often results in hormonal chaos, which can affect memory and sleep, and lead to anxiety or depression that is beyond normal aging or stress.

Additionally, we fully understand that receiving a difficult diagnosis can cause depressive symptoms. We take extra care with women facing physical and emotional challenges, including endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss and premature ovarian insufficiency.

Our compassionate San Antonio OGBYNs are here for you

For women who ask, “Should I talk to my OGBYN about mental health?” the answer is a resounding YES!

Our medical team recognizes that for some women, we double as their primary care provider. This makes these conversations even more important because we see patients when they are often feeling most vulnerable. We provide a comfortable and confidential environment to discuss what is on your mind.

Talking to your OBGYN about mental health can be critical to enable early detection and provide a path to treatment. If you feel like you’re struggling, you’re not alone. Your OBGYN can help with mental health. Contact our team at Legacy Women’s Health and see how our compassionate San Antonio OBGYNs care for the whole patient.