Obstetrics & Gynecology
How can I treat anemia in pregnancy naturally?
Verified by Dr. Vandana Gawdi, Sr. Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Pregnancy, a time of immense joy and transformation, can also bring unexpected challenges. Anemia, a deficiency in red blood cells or hemoglobin, is one such concern affecting many expecting mothers. While iron supplements are the conventional treatment, exploring natural methods alongside
Anemia in pregnancy: Causes, symptoms, and treatment
Verified by Dr. Vandana Gawdi, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Anemia is a condition in which the blood does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen to the body’s tissues, so anemia can cause fatigue, weakness, and other health problems. Anemia is common in pregnancy, affecting up
What is pelvic organ prolapse (POP)?
Verified by Dr. Vandana Gawdi, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a condition in which one or more of the pelvic organs (vagina, uterus, bladder, urethra, rectum) drop from their normal position. The pelvic organs are supported by a network of muscles and ligaments called the pelvic floor.
Endometriosis and Infertility
Verified by: Dr. Vandana Gawdi, Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Dr. Nikita Lad Patel, Chief IVF, Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition where tissues resembling the lining of the uterus (endometrium), start growing outside the uterus. These endometrial tissues are seen predominantly on the ovaries, followed by
Contraindications for Having a Hysterectomy
Contraindications for Having a Hysterectomy Hysterectomy is a surgery to remove the uterus (womb). It is performed to treat health problems such as fibroids (benign tumors), abnormal heavy bleeding, endometriosis (a condition where the inner lining of the uterus is deposited outside the womb), prolapsed uterus (sagging down of the womb), benign ovarian mass and
If you are less than 28 weeks pregnant
If you are less than 28 weeks pregnant If you feel that your foetal movements have decreased considerably, you should immediately inform your doctor. He/she will test for foetal heart beats using a sonic aid and take appropriate action. If all is well, you will be sent home with advice on how to closely monitor
All You Need to Know About Foetal Movements
All You Need to Know About Foetal Movements Getting a peek into your baby’s world before it actually enters your world is both thrilling and useful. Hence, it is important to keep a track of the baby’s movements to ensure he/she is doing well. After all, developing within you is a brand new life and
What are Foetal movements?
What are Foetal movements? The first trimester is a period during which the foetus develops astoundingly fast, it is still very tiny and too far nested in the cushioning comfort of your womb for you to feel any of its movements. Though some women feel the slight twitches and flits during the fourth month, it’s
All You Need to Know About Foetal Movements
All You Need to Know About Foetal Movements Getting a peek into your baby’s world before it actually enters your world is both thrilling and useful. Hence, it is important to keep a track of the baby’s movements to ensure he/she is doing well. After all, developing within you is a brand new life and