
Pregnancy is a time of remarkable transformation, where a mother’s body nurtures and supports the growth of a new life. But what happens when obesity enters the picture? Can it be managed effectively to ensure a safe and thriving pregnancy? The answer is a resounding ...
Read MoreObesity during pregnancy is a growing concern for maternal health and childbirth. The impact of a woman’s obesity during pregnancy is not just limited to the physical challenges of carrying extra weight, they can have long-lasting effects on the health of both the mother and ...
Read MoreOvarian cysts are tiny fluid-filled sacs that emerge on the surface of a woman’s ovaries. The human body, especially in women, displays complexities, and occasionally, these complexities can introduce distinctive and unexpected challenges. One such challenge is ovarian cysts. Ovarian cysts may develop for various ...
Read MorePregnancy is a transformative journey characterized by moments of joy, wonder, and the promise of new beginnings. However, for women grappling with obesity during pregnancy, this remarkable journey can be accompanied by a unique set of challenges. Obesity is typically characterized by a body mass ...
Read MoreExperiencing an ovarian cyst can raise a multitude of questions in your mind among which the prominent is whether surgery is the only solution to treat ovarian cyst. Ovarian cysts are a prevalent occurrence, affecting women of all ages. While surgery is a vital and ...
Read MoreAre you or someone you know struggling with the presence of an ovarian cyst and wondering if it might affect your fertility? You are not alone. An ovarian cyst is a common gynaecological issue these days and its potential effect on fertility is widespread. However, ...
Read MoreOvarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that develop within or over the surface of the ovaries. They are a common gynaecological concern and can vary in size, shape, and composition. Certainly, not all ovarian cysts necessitate medical intervention. The natural course of ovarian cysts in premenopausal ...
Read MoreIn the past few decades, dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral illness has emerged as a significant health concern. It is a well-known fact that pregnancy is a period of heightened vulnerability during which the mother’s immune system undergoes numerous changes to accommodate the developing foetus. ...
Read MoreConjunctivitis, often referred to as “pink eye,” refers to the irritation and inflammation of the conjunctiva, a delicate and transparent layer that coats the outer part of the eye and encloses the inner area of the eyelids. It can lead to redness, itching, irritation, or ...
Read MoreGestational diabetes refers to the high blood sugar or glucose that develops in the body of a woman during her pregnancy. It usually disappears after giving birth. It can develop at any stage of pregnancy but most commonly it develops in the second or third ...
Read MoreBreastfeeding has never been an easy journey for mothers. It comes with positive selflessness and some sacrifices of your social and personal preferences. If you are breastfeeding, you may wonder whether you can have a drink without harming your baby? To find it out, firstly ...
Read MoreA baby deserves the purest and most splendid way of nourishment and soothing. Breastfeeding is a wonderful and optimal way to do that. It provides nutrition, immunity, comfort to your baby, and the best opportunity to both of you to establish and strengthen your bond ...
Read More“Breastfeeding is the most natural and healthy way to feed your baby.” It blesses you and your baby with an ecstatic experience but also comes up with challenges like sore nipples, breast engorgement, mastitis, etc. These challenges can create problems like pain, frustration, and anxiety ...
Read MoreEnergy needs change across the course of pregnancy, with no increase in calories in the first trimester and slight (+340 kcal/day) and moderate (+452 kcal/day) increases in the second and third trimesters, respectively.To meet the higher nutrient requirements in pregnancy without exceeding caloric needs, pregnant ...
Read MorePolycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): While the exact cause of PCOS is not known, adopting certain lifestyle habits can help reduce your risk of developing this hormonal disorder. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common treatable cause of infertility in women, estimated to account for about ...
Read MorePelvic inflammation is a common but critical disease faced by women and can lead to severe complications if left untreated. However, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment can cure the disease and mitigate the possibilities of future complications. Pelvic inflammatory disease is hard to diagnose as ...
Read MorePelvic inflammatory disease is an infection occurring in the female reproductive organs. It affects the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. Mostly, it is caused by the sexually transmitted bacteria. However, some other factors can also increase your chances of having pelvic inflammatory disease. An untreated ...
Read MoreMenopause refers to the completion or end of menstrual cycles in women. It can happen when a woman reaches the age of 40 or 50. It is a natural process. But in some cases, menstrual cycles can also stop by any injury or through surgeries. ...
Read MoreLaparoscopy, which means looking inside the abdomen, is a less painful alternative to open surgery. The procedure is carried out using a laparoscope, a long, thin tube with an attached camera that is put inside the patient’s belly through a small incision (cut) of about ...
Read MoreFactors that are associated with an increased risk of breast cancer include Being female. Women are much more likely than men to develop breast cancer. Increasing age. Your risk of breast cancer increases as you age. A personal history of breast conditions. If you’ve had ...
Read MoreBreast cancer is cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. Breast cancer can occur in both men and women, but it’s far more common in women. What are the symptoms? Signs and symptoms of breast cancer may include: ⦁ A breast lump or ...
Read MoreProper hydration is a key preventive measure. You should be drinking enough water to pass about 2.6 quarts of urine each day. Increasing the amount of urine, your pass helps flush the kidneys. You can substitute ginger ale, lemon-lime soda, and fruit juice for water ...
Read MoreIn the previous blog, we talked about the treatment for small stones. In this blog, we shall know about large stones treatment. Sound waves. For certain kidney stones— depending on size and location— your doctor may recommend a procedure called extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). ...
Read MoreDiagnosis Blood testing. Blood tests may reveal too much calcium or uric acid in your blood. Blood test results help monitor the health of your kidney. Urine testing. The 24-hour urine collection test may show that you’re excreting too many stone-forming minerals or too few ...
Read MoreCauses Kidney stones often have no definite cause, although several factors may increase your risk. Kidney stones form when your urine contains more crystal-forming substances than the fluid in your urine can dilute. At the same time, your urine may lack substances that prevent crystals ...
Read MoreKidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. Kidney stones usually originate in your kidneys. However, they can develop anywhere along your urinary tract: kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Types of kidney stones Kidney stones have different sizes, ...
Read MoreDiagnosis Your doctor can confirm the diagnosis by conducting one or more of the following tests: Lactose tolerance test. The lactose tolerance test measures your body’s reaction to a liquid that contains high levels of lactose. Two hours after drinking the liquid, you’ll undergo blood ...
Read MoreLactose intolerance occurs when your small intestine doesn’t produce enough enzyme (lactase) to digest milk sugar (lactose). If you’re lactase deficient, lactose in your food moves into the colon instead of being processed and absorbed. In the colon, normal bacteria interact with undigested lactose, causing ...
Read MoreLactose intolerance is a digestive disorder caused by the inability to digest lactose, the main carbohydrate in dairy products. People with lactose intolerance don’t make enough of the enzyme lactase, which is needed to digest lactose. Without sufficient lactase, lactose moves through your gut undigested ...
Read MoreHow is Hematuria diagnosed? ⦁ Physical exam. which includes a discussion of your medical history. ⦁ Urine tests. Even if your bleeding was discovered through urine testing, you’re likely to have another test to see if your urine still contains red blood cells. A urinalysis ...
Read MoreUrinary tract infections. These occur when bacteria enter your body through the urethra and multiply in your bladder. Symptoms can include a persistent urge to urinate, pain and burning with urination. Kidney infections. These can occur when bacteria enter your kidneys from your bloodstream. A ...
Read MoreWho are more at risk? ⦁ people who have been taking steroid medication for more than 3 months ⦁ women who have had their ovaries removed ⦁ people with a family history of osteoporosis ⦁ people with an eating disorder, such as anorexia or bulimia ...
Read MoreWhat causes osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is caused by bone loss. Most often, the reason for bone loss is very low levels of the hormone estrogen. Estrogen plays an important role in building and maintaining your bones. The most common cause of low estrogen levels is menopause. ...
Read MoreHow to Handle Cravings in Gestational Diabetes Why do cravings take place during Gestational Diabetes? Due to the need to feed glucose to the growing baby, a woman’s body naturally modifies how it uses the insulin generated during pregnancy and increases the sugar level in ...
Read MoreBreastfeeding: A wonderful mix of warmth, nourishment, and love Breastfeeding is something new that you and your baby discover together, it is a learning process for both of you. It can take a little time to get hold of this blissful journey. But, once you ...
Read MoreHow to celebrate holi in pregnancy? The festival of colours and fun “holi” is just around the corner. With the onset of this auspicious festival, there comes a handful of doubts about celebrating holi if you are pregnant. Many mothers-to-be think about not celebrating holi ...
Read MoreOsteoporosis is a disease of the bones. Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle. People have bone loss (the amount of minerals, such as calcium, that your body absorbs (takes) from your bones) for many years without any symptoms. Who gets osteoporosis? Osteoporosis affects ...
Read MoreCan fibroids turn into cancer? Fibroids are usually benign (not cancerous). Rarely (less than one in 1,000) a cancerous fibroid will occur. This is called leiomyosarcoma. Doctors think that these cancers do not arise from an already-existing fibroid. Having fibroids does not increase the risk ...
Read MoreIn the previous blog, we talked about how uterine fibroid is treated through a surgical method known as Myomectomy. If your condition worsens, or if no other treatments work, your physician may perform a hysterectomy. However, this means that you will not be able to ...
Read MoreHow are fibroids treated? Your doctor will develop a treatment plan based on your age, the size of your fibroids, and your overall health. You may receive a combination of treatments. Medications Medications to regulate your hormone levels may be prescribed to shrink fibroids. Gonadotropin-releasing ...
Read MoreWhat are the symptoms of fibroids? Your symptoms will depend on the number of tumors you have as well as their location and size. For instance, submucosal fibroids may cause heavy menstrual bleeding and trouble conceiving. If your tumor is very small or you are ...
Read MoreWhile in many instances the cause is harmless, blood in the urine (hematuria) might indicate a serious disorder. When to see a doctor Some medications and certain foods, including beets, rhubarb and berries, can cause your urine to turn red. A change in urine color ...
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