by: Dr. Shelly Singh
Senior Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology
Paras Bliss, New Delhi
Cervical Polyps can be defined as finger-like growths arising from the neck of the womb (cervix), the part that connects the uterus to the vagina.They may arise from the surface of the cervix or the cervical canal. The term ” growth” should not be daunting as they rarely are malignant. What causes cervical polyps? The … Continue reading What are Cervical Polyps?→
Undergoing medical tests on an annual basis is a very good and easy way to prevent a number of diseases and detect ailment at the right time, facilitating timely medical interventions. Entering the 50’s means the menopause for most women, and it is one of life’s milestones where it is worth taking stock of your health. Don’t … Continue reading Milestone Medical Tests for Women in Their 50’s→
by: Dr. Pooja Mehta
Sr. Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Smoking has serious adverse effects on a woman’s health but the good news is that it is never too late to reap the benefits of quitting. The younger you are when you stop smoking, greater are the chances of living a longer and healthy life! Smoking is said to affect the fertility rates and cause … Continue reading Harmful Effects of Smoking On Women Health→
A healthy woman is the Nation’s Pride. Caring for one’s health is an ongoing process and its importance increases with age. We may or may not feel it- but the biological clock is forever ticking. Wisdom lies in keeping a regular tab on one’s health condition, so that abnormalities are picked up soon and nipped … Continue reading 5 Important Tests for Women Above 35 Years→
Gynaecological cancers are an important cause of female morbidity and mortality . Endometrial , cervical , ovarian and Fallopian tube cancers and choriocarcinomas are the cancers found in females only.All the women must be aware of the warning signals of cancers and be on the lookout for them so that the disease can be picked … Continue reading Warning Signals of Cancer in Women→
by: Dr. Pooja Mehta
Sr. Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Puberty usually starts between the age of 8 and 13 and lasts a few years. It may start earlier in girls who are overweight, or later in girls who are very athletic or thin. If you are 12 and haven’t started developing breasts or are 15 and haven’t gotten your period, your doctor will probably … Continue reading What Happens to a Girl During Puberty→
General food hygiene is a must for us. Simple aspects of storing cooked and raw food together can cause diseases. It is important for us to understand the importance of hygiene and inculcate some basic steps in our every day routine. Refer to the list below : For Food Storage Make sure raw food juices … Continue reading Do’s and Don’ts of General Hygiene→
Premenstrual syndrome or PMS are symptoms that start one to two weeks before your period. It is extremely common for women to have at least some symptoms of PMS, generally 5-11 days prior to their menses, which eventually go away after their periods start. This is a condition that affects a woman’s emotions, physical health, … Continue reading What is Pre Menstrual Syndrome?→
Polycystic ovarian disorder is the most common form of ovarian cysts. Cysts are small sacs filled with fluids and incase of PCOD, a women has presence of multiple cysts in her ovaries. It is a condition, which is caused due to imbalance in the female sexual hormones. Polycystic ovaries are benign cysts and generally cause … Continue reading PCOD: Risks, Symptoms and Treatments→
Treatments for infertility depend on several aspects that may be the limiting factor causing infertility – s how long one has been infertile, the woman’s age and her partner’s age, and other personal preferences. However, sometimes the cause is unknown. Some causes of infertility can’t be treated, while some get treated more easily than others. … Continue reading Can Infertility be Treated?→
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by: Dr. Pooja Mehta
Sr. Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Viral fever was traditionally brushed aside as something mild and transient. But, scientific research has discovered that these viruses if present in the body can fester in the tissues, gradually causing great damage to the host in which it (the virus) stays. Human Papilloma Virus infection has a casual relationship with cervical cancer. HPV has … Continue reading What is HPV? Is it a cause of cervical cancer?→
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by: Dr. Pooja Mehta
Sr. Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Along with other parts of the body all women are concerned about the vaginal health. As regular secretion of saliva helps to cleanse the mouth, vagina also produces secretions which help in cleansing. Vagina harbors rich quantities of beneficial bacteria which maintain the vaginal pH to acidic. The acidic pH acts as a natural barrier … Continue reading Can Women use Hygiene Wash? What is it and How does it help?→
Menopause can be defined as the cessation of menses for 12 consecutive months due to a natural decline in the reproductive hormones between ages 40’s to 50’s. Women experience variety of symptoms due to this decline in hormones and these symptoms are collectively called perimenopausal symptoms. Perimenopause is the time period few years before and … Continue reading What is Menopause?→
Vaginal Infections and Urinary Tract Infections are common infections and easily curable , so don’t panic .If you are diagnosed with a urinary tract infection, please follow the below listed steps: The first step should be to increase your fluid intake to at least 3 to 5 litres per day. Remember not to start any … Continue reading What Should I do if I am Diagnosed with a Vaginal Infection or UTI?→
While most doctors will refer to a specific age or life stage to answer this question, planning a pregnancy involves greater consideration than just checking the time period. It is all about bringing yourself to life and committing yourself to nurture the new life. Age consideration: While fertile age for women extends from menarche (onset … Continue reading When is the right time & age to get pregnant?→
