- Fibromyalgia
- Medical Weight Loss
- Emergency CareIf you are experiencing an emergency, dial 911 or head to the nearest emergency room. For all other calls, an on-call physician is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week.
- Urinary IncontinenceApproximately 17 million women in the U.S. encounter urinary incontinence in their lifetime. This condition can occur in women between the ages of 18 and 60 and beyond and is usually a result of the urethra not being closed tightly to keep urine in the bladder. Symptoms vary from...
- Diarrhea
- ImmunizationsThese assessments should include screening, evaluation and counseling, and immunizations based on age and risk factors. Call (337) 216-0000 to schedule an appointment today!
- GynecologyMenopause occurs when women begin to experience the changes and symptoms that happen before or after they stop menstruating. They are not able to get pregnant because the ovaries no longer release an egg every month. Menopause is a natural process that every woman will experience but in some cases, symptoms will require treatment. Dr. Rachelle Meaux is a board-certified gynecologist with extensive experience diagnosing and treating patients throughout the Carencro, Youngsville, and Abbeville area experiencing menopause symptoms. Call (337) 216-0000 to schedule an appointment at our gynecology clinic in Lafayette today!
- Female Infertility
- Obstetrics8. Lim, Peter C., John T. Crane, Eric J. English, Richard W. Farnam, Devin M. Garza, Marc L. Winter, and Jerry L. Rozeboom. “Multicenter analysis comparing robotic, open, laparoscopic, and vaginal hysterectomies performed by high-volume surgeons for benign indications.” International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics 133.3 (2016): 359–364. Print.
- EndometriosisUsed correctly, the patch is as effective as birth control pills are in preventing pregnancy. The patch is a form of birth control that a patient wears on the skin and looks like a small bandaid. The hormones it contains (estrogen and progestin) are similar to those used in birth control pills but are absorbed through the skin. The patch works by suppressing the pituitary gland which, in turn, prevents the ovaries from releasing eggs. It also thickens cervical mucus making it more difficult for sperm to reach an egg. Since the patch contains a dosage which is 60% higher than that delivered by the pills, there is the risk of side effects such as blood clots. Because of this, it is essential that patients using the patch do not smoke. The patch can also be used to treat irregular periods, menstrual cramps, or endometriosis.
- Pelvic PainGenerally, pelvic pain is described to either be a dull yet constant pain, or a sudden, sharp pain. If the pain is consistently present over a long period of time, it is classified as chronic pelvic pain. If the opposite is true, then the patient is likely to suffer from acute pelvic pain.
- Pregnancy
- Labor and DeliveryApproximately fifty percent of women who have experienced childbirth have varying degrees of pelvic organ prolapse that affect the vagina. Some of these conditions can include...
- Kidney Stones
- Ovarian Cancer
- Cervical CancerI love Dr Meaux. Every time I have questions she explains everything to me in details until I understand. I had an abnormal papsmear recently with a family history or cervical cancer so step by step Dr Meaux let’s me feel like she has me and she’s watching out for me. I know I can trust her and I’m not scared. Staff is very friendly!!
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Lung CancerDuring your 50s, it is good to get a lung cancer screening if you are a current or past smoker. It is also time to have a preventative screening for colorectal cancer.
- UltrasoundIn many cases, you may not experience any symptoms from fibroids. They are discovered through a pelvic exam or ultrasound. When fibroids are symptomatic, common issues include...
- MRIIn addition to discussing a patient's most various symptoms, Dr. Meaux may suggest physical exams, imaging tests, or even diagnostic procedures in order to learn more about the patient's current condition and rule out any similar reproductive issues. During a pelvic exam, Dr. Meaux may be able to feel for large cysts or scars behind your uterus. An ultrasound or MRI may also be done by our team to check for ovarian cysts.
- Chemotherapy
- Minimally Invasive SurgeryThe da Vinci® surgical system gives your surgeon an advanced set of instruments to use in performing robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery. The term “robotic” often misleads people. Robots don’t perform surgery. Your surgeon performs surgery with da Vinci by using instruments that he or she guides via a console.
- Robotic SurgeryDr. Rachelle Meaux is one of the only female gynecologic surgeons in Layfayette, Louisiana. She is also one of very few physicians to offer minimally invasive robotic myomectomy as a treatment option for women with uterine fibroids and has performed over 300 robotic surgery procedures.
- HysterectomyVaginal Prolapse. Where the top of the vagina loses its support and drops, this condition occurs most often with women who have had a hysterectomy. Vaginal Prolapse can cause include difficulty urinating, bowel function, painful intercourse, vaginal pain loss of bladder control and a feeling of heaviness in the vaginal area.
- Endometrial AblationNovaSure is an endometrial ablation procedure that works by removing the endometrium, or the lining of the uterus (the part that causes the bleeding), with a quick delivery of radiofrequency energy.
- Reconstructive SurgeryProper diagnosis is essential in treating pelvic support conditions. Being open about symptoms with your physician is important in finding the exact cause. Depending upon your symptoms and the type or vaginal prolapse you are diagnosed as having, treatments can include special exercises, lifestyle changes, the use of pessaries, changes in diet and lifestyle, reconstructive surgery and obliterative procedures to narrow and shorten the vagina. Dr. Rachelle Meaux is a board-certified gynecologist specializing in gynecologic surgery. Call (337) 216-0000 to request a consultation at our Lafayette gynecology clinic today!
- Laparoscopic SurgeryBoth minimally invasive approaches require one or a few small incisions that doctors use to insert surgical equipment and a camera for viewing. In laparoscopic surgery, doctors use special long-handled tools to perform surgery while viewing magnified images from the laparoscope (camera) on a video screen.
- Body Contouring
- Cyst