Smoking per se is very dangerous for health as it causes serious diseases like heart disease, lung problems, cancers, vascular disease etc. It is even more dangerous during pregnancy as it causes problems for the unborn baby. Smoke contains many chemicals like lead, cyanide, carbon monoxide, nicotine and many other carcinogenic elements which are like … Continue reading What happens if a woman smokes during pregnancy?→
Infertility can be described as the inability of a woman to conceive after one year of unprotected sexual intercourse after marriage. First of all make an appointment with your infertility specialist. Doctor will take the history of your medical health and habits, chronic illness or surgeries. Your use of any medication Use of caffeine, alcohols, … Continue reading How to Get Pregnant – Fertility Tests for Women Trying to Get Pregnant→
You should visit your doctor from time to time. After 40 years even if you feel fine you should see your doctor for regular check-ups. This visit can help you avoid problems in the future. The purpose of these visits is to screen for medical issues and update vaccinations, so prepare your body for many … Continue reading Get Tested: Medical Tests for Women in Their 40’s→
by: Dr. Shilva
Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Before getting pregnant you should consult you doctors and undergo checkups and screenings for immunity which is very important to make sure you and your baby will be as healthy as possible. This is also important to know your present health status as your lifestyle and pregnancy can lead to a number of pregnancy induced … Continue reading Tests to Do Before Pregnancy→
by: Dr. Heena Chawla
Consultant- Gynec-Oncology & Endoscopic Surgeon
A pap smear is a test to detect cervical cancer in women. Having a Pap smear every three years offers the best chance of preventing cervical cancer. Pap smear screening is recommended starting around 21 years of age if you are sexually active and then every 3 years. For women 30 years and older, the recommended screening … Continue reading Routine Pap Pelvic Exam: Importance→
If you are scheduled to exchange the marital vows, then before a lifetime commitment it is recommended to have a pre marital screening. As we prepare for a wedding in various ways, medical screening actually plays a vital role. Due to the growing awareness about the health issues and its adverse effects on your life, … Continue reading Premarital Checklist→
Smoking (active/passive) is bad because it releases many ingredients which can harm your body. It is said that a cigarette smoke releases as many as 7000 toxic substances. Smoking causes osteoporosis, heart disease, 90% of deaths from lung cancer, 80% of deaths from COPD (severe lung disease) and 17% of deaths from stroke. So it … Continue reading Can Smoking Affect Fertility & Pregnancy?→
by: Dr. Shilva
Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gestational Hypertension is the most common hypertensive disorder in pregnancy. It affects about 6% – 15% of pregnant woman. Gestational hypertension is defined as finding of blood pressure more than 140/90 mmHg on at least two occasions at least 6 hours apart after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Hypertension differs from preeclampsia by absence of protein … Continue reading Gestational Hypertension: Symptoms and Management→
The word cancer is scary but breast cancer for a lady may be more so because it is associated with her sexuality and body image. Breast cancer occurs when cancer cells begins to grow uncontrollably in any part of the breast. Over the last few decades cervical cancer has emerged as the number one killer … Continue reading Importance of Breast Cancer Screening→
Heart murmur is an extra and unusual sound heard during heart beat. Murmurs range from very faint to very loud sometimes. They sound like whooshing or swishing noise. Normal heart beats make a lup-dup or lub-dub sound. This is the sound of the heart valves closing as blood moves through the heart. Doctor can hear … Continue reading Heart Murmurs and Pregnancy→
by: Dr. Shilva
Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dengue is an infection which is passed on by mosquitoes. If you catch dengue when you are pregnant, you may be more likely to develop a severe form of the disease. This usually happens as the immune system during pregnancy is suppressed and you require hospital treatment. There are different levels of severity for dengue, … Continue reading Dengue during Pregnancy – Causes & Symptoms & Treatment→
Hypertension is the most common medical problem in pregnancy, in about 2 to 3 % of pregnancies. It is classified into 4 types, transient or gestational hypertension is one of them. It is important for pregnant women to consult specialists and get their hypertension under control. The 4 types of hypertension are – Chronic hypertension … Continue reading What is Transient Hypertension of Pregnancy?→
by: Dr. Heena Chawla
Consultant- Gynec-Oncology & Endoscopic Surgeon
Heart failure is not common after delivery but can occur due to different conditions like valvular heart disease, uncontrolled hypertension etc. Postpartum cardiomyopathy, that can occur during the last month of pregnancy or up to five months after giving birth is one of the most important causes. . About one in every 2,000 to 3,000 … Continue reading What Causes Heart Failure after Giving Birth?→
Blood pressure (BP) is read as a fraction of systolic blood pressure over the diastolic. High blood pressure (BP 140/90) is the most common medical complication of pregnancy. To determine what is normal for a lady we generally record the blood pressure at the first visit and carefully follow it through out the pregnancy. Knowing … Continue reading What Causes High Blood Pressure in Pregnant Women→
by: Dr. Anuradha Khurana
Attending Consultant – Obstetrics & Gynecology, Paras Bliss New Delhi
Juggling work with family life wrecks a couples’ relationship and may harm your children’s education prospects as well. Women frequently feel under stress trying to balance a career with raising a family. As a result many suffer from with headaches, exhaustion, backache, anxiety, etc It has been found that 1 in 4 working moms cry … Continue reading Parenting: Being a Supermom Stressing You Out?→
Stress is a term used for behaviour reaction to any situation and its bilogival impact on endocrine system. Hence stress impacts both psychologically and physically. It’s impact on the multiple systems affects the metabolism and memory. Every individual has two responses to any situation “Flight or fight”. We either fight the situation for take a … Continue reading Stress Management for Mothers→
Medical tests for women are important as they highlight the early diagnosis of an illness. All men and women are vulnerable to certain diseases with age but women need some additional screening in various stages of life. It is essential that the women opt for some tests to detect any abnormality in their body early. … Continue reading The Medical Tests Every Woman Must Have→
Laughter yoga or hasya yoga , is a practice involving prolonged laughter based on the belief that voluntary laughter provides the same physiological and psychological benefits as spontaneous laughter . Laughter is already highlighted as an exercise that can benefit the body in a number of ways, help relieve stress and boost your energy. Laughter … Continue reading Benefits of Laughter Yoga→
Your gynaecologist visit will be very fruitful if you know certain things beforehand. The most important aspect to be taken into consideration is that you should not be shy. Speak your mind and address all your apprehensions. Ask as much as you can from your doctor. Don’t shy! Remember she can help you only if … Continue reading All You Need to Know about Your Gynaecologist Visit→
Menopause is causation of menstrual cycle due to age. Most of the symptoms associated with menopause actually happen during the perimenopause stage. Some women go through without any difficulty, but some women have symptoms lasting for years. Symptoms are due to lowered production of female sex hormones – oestrogen and progesterone. Oestrogen regulates the menstrual … Continue reading What are the symptoms of Menopause and at What age?→
by: Dr. Shilva
Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Laughter is a powerful antidote to stress, pain, and conflict. Good humor always lightens up your burdens, inspires hopes, connects you to others and keeps you grounded, focused and alert. It also helps you to release your anger and be more forgiving. Nothing works faster or more dependably to bring your mind and body back … Continue reading 5 Powerful Health Benefits of Laughter→
by: Dr. Heena Chawla
Consultant- Gynec-Oncology & Endoscopic Surgeon
Hair loss can be very depressing during menopause, as a woman’s hair is associated with her femininity, sexuality and individual sense of style. The emotional and psychological effects of hair loss are can be poor self-esteem, social anxiety and even lower job performance. During menopause, there is a decrease in level of female hormones oestrogen and … Continue reading How to Treat Post-Menopausal Hair Loss→
Yes it is fun to have a hearty laugh but do you know it has medical benefits. Just like the apple a hearty laugh a day may also keep the doctor away! You must have realised that your whole body gets relaxed after a laugh it is because it relaxes your mind as well as … Continue reading Laughter- The Best Medicine→
A woman is often a multitasker, being a wife, mother, daughter, daughter in law all at the same time. For those who are working women, finding time for oneself becomes all the more difficult .In a nutshell she is expected by our society to be a superwoman. Some problems may silently creep up and she … Continue reading The Importance of Regular Gynaecological Exams→
by: Dr. Shilva
Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Nausea and vomiting can be the first sign of pregnancy. More than 60% of pregnant women experience morning sickness. Morning sickness refers to the presence of nauseous feeling during first trimester of pregnancy. It is usually because of increased hormones in pregnancy. Morning sickness can occur at any time of the day and it stops … Continue reading Morning Sickness During Pregnancy→
by: Dr. Shilva
Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Some Physiological changes occur in maternal respiratory system during pregnancy which are normally well tolerated without any symptoms. Pregnancy and Asthma: Mild breathlessness is common during normal pregnancy and it does not always indicate cardio pulmonary disease. Breathlessness is usually noticed after 28 weeks of gestation. However it should be noted that Asthma affects about … Continue reading Can Having Asthma Affect Pregnancy?→
It is safe to use an asthma inhaler in pregnancy. In fact your doctor will recommend you to use an inhaler to keep your asthma under control. Although most women with asthma have perfectly healthy babies. But if depends upon the severity of asthma. Uncontrolled asthma can increase the risk of: Pre Eclamsia Hyper tension … Continue reading Can I use my Asthma Inhaler While Pregnant?→
Asthma is a disease of the respiratory system which involves the airways. Airways become narrow during an attack making it hard to breathe. It is fairly common health problem in pregnant women. It reduces the oxygen supply both to the mother and the fetus.Well controlled asthma usually does not pose any increased risk to the … Continue reading How does Asthma affect Pregnancy?→
Asthma is the most common respiratory problem seen in pregnancy. It is a condition wherethe muscles of the air passages go into spasm (due to some trigger)and that leads to tightness in the chest, breathlessness, cough/wheezy breathing and sometimes chest pain. Pregnancy itself does not usually alter the severity of asthma. Most of the times … Continue reading Asthma and Pregnancy Complications→
PCOS is an endocrinological condition with very vexing problems like weight gain (obesity), excessive hair growth over the body which has a male distribution pattern/ acne, irregularities in periods and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound. Even before starting any medical treatment in PCOD the first advice given by the gynaecologist is lifestyle changes and dietary modifications. Staying … Continue reading Fitness Tips for Women with PCOS→
by: Dr. Shilva
Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Meningitis occurs when the membranes around the brain and spinal cord get inflamed. This inflammation results in fever, headache, and stiff neck, photophobia, altered mental status. Bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi all can cause brain infection. Type of Meningitis: Viral – Viral meningitis is the most common type of meningitis. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, it … Continue reading Pregnancy and Meningitis→
Pregnancy does not usually have a major effect on liver enzymes. If they are elevated, it indicates liver disorder. Liver disorder occurs in about 2-3% of pregnancies. To enumerate some of the medical complications concerning the liver that affect women during pregnancy are: Hyper emesis gravidarum Cholestasis of pregnancy Acute fatty liver of pregnancy Pre … Continue reading Can Pregnancy Cause Liver Enzymes to Elevate?→
by: Dr. Reena Khandelwal
Sr. Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Paras Bliss New Delhi
Hepatitis is a serious infection that affects the liver. It is contagious and is caused by a virus. It can lead to serious, long-term illnesses. There are different types of hepatitis viruses, including hepatitis A, B, D, and E. Among the different viruses, hepatitis C is the most serious because it can be chronic and … Continue reading What are the Symptoms of Hepatitis C in Women→
Meningitis is a rare infection of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord called as meninges. It is of 3 types- Viral- Less severe and people generally recover completely Bacterial- It is dangerous and contagious among people in close contact Fungal- Very rare and in people with low immunity Types of Meningitis: Bacterial Meningitis … Continue reading Is Meningitis contagious to Pregnant Women?→
Hepatitis A is a water borne disease transmitted by the feco oral route. It is a viral infection of the liver primarily. It causes symptoms like fatigue , nausea , vomiting , abdominal pain , yellow sclera , dark coloured urine and so on . It is the most common cause of jaundice in pregnant … Continue reading Is Hepatitis A Dangerous in Pregnancy?→
Liver disease in pregnancy can be a very challenging situation for the doctor and a difficult situation for the pregnant woman. The incidence of liver disease in pregnancy is 3-5%. Some liver problems are unique to pregnancy whereas others are unrelated. Prompt recognition of the liver disease can prevent complications and save the life of … Continue reading Liver Disease and Pregnancy→
The WHO states that the rate of cesarean section should be 10-15%. In high income countries such as Australia, Britain, America one third of all mothers give birth by cesarean section each year. Cesarean section is important and can save lives. It is performed when the baby is at risk. Weigh the pros and cons … Continue reading How Does a Cesarean Affect the Baby→
Cervical cancer is the cancer of the cervix which is the lower part of the uterus that opens in the vagina. Cervical cancer is of importance as it is the second most common cancer affecting the urban female population in India. What Causes Cervical Cancer? In almost 90% of the cases cervical cancer is caused … Continue reading What is Cervical Cancer and HPV Vaccination→
Pregnancy ends with delivery which can be either vaginal delivery/ assisted vaginal delivery in the form of forceps/ ventouse or a cesearen section. Each type of delivery has its own pros and cons – risks and benefits. Sometimes for the sake of mother or the baby or because of certain medical conditions you need go … Continue reading Cesearean Birth : What are the Risks and Benefits→
A vaccination helps to protect a person from infections. When a lady is pregnant she generally shares most of the things with her baby. So the analogy is that any immunization given to the mother will have its effect on the baby. If she is not upto date with the vaccinations either she or the … Continue reading Is It Safe to get Vaccinations during Pregnancy→
by: Dr. Shilva
Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Pregnancy is the most beautiful phase of woman’s life. Pregnant woman can have delivery of baby either vaginally or by caesarean section. Main aim is to have safe delivery with healthy mother and healthy baby. Going through labour pains and having a normal vaginal delivery is a long process that can be physically tough for … Continue reading Vaginal Birth Vs C-section: Pros and Cons→
All of us are very particular about our ante natal care that is care during pregnancy. We are on time for all visits and investigations. But we need to understand that post natal care is also very important. Regular follow up from the doctor and a check on your blood pressure, diabetes, gynecological health is … Continue reading Postnatal Care Tips→
Exercise is good for the body at any stage of life and the same rule applies in pregnancy as well. To enumerate a few benefits, it releases endorphins which help you feel happy, energetic and stay healthy. It reduces backache, leg cramps, relieves stress, improves sleep, builds stamina and endurance for labour. Medically, it prevents … Continue reading What exercises are safe during Pregnancy?→
by: Dr. Shilva
Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Hepatitis B infection is found worldwide but it is more endemic in countries like Asia and Africa. Hepatitis B is caused by a DNA virus that affects the liver. Most of the time people have no symptoms during the initial phase and around 50% of people can develop Jaundice, low-grade fever, vomiting, abdominal pain. After … Continue reading Hepatitis B During Pregnancy→
by: Dr. Heena Chawla
Consultant- Gynec-Oncology & Endoscopic Surgeon
Yes! Definitely you can. It is a common misconception amongst mothers who undergo C-section that they cannot breastfeed their babies. Women who deliver by c-section are less likely to breastfeed,or delay breastfeeding initiation. But these women can breastfeed as successfully as those who give birth vaginally, so long as the mother shows real commitment. Important … Continue reading Can You Breastfeed If You Have had a C Section delivery ?→
Immunization is the process whereby a person is made immune or resistant to infections, typically by the administration of a vaccine. Although all the diseases may not be preventable, but large number of vaccines have been developed to provide protection against many life-threatening diseases. Aim of immunization is to decrease the death rate among children … Continue reading What is Immunization?→
