Twin pregnancy symptoms at 16 weeks
Early pregnancy hormones rise rapidly in the first trimester, then level off in the second trimester. Because of this, you may now have less of the uncomfortable symptoms you had early in your pregnancy, such as morning sickness. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case for everyone, though. Either way, there are some additional side effects you’ll […]
Twin Pregnancy Week by Week
Twin Pregnancy: First Trimester In the first few weeks of your twin pregnancy, you might notice some typical signs of early pregnancy, such as breast tenderness, fatigue, nausea, and a missed period. During your first trimester, a home pregnancy test can confirm your hunch that you’re pregnant, and eventually an ultrasound scan at your […]
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
What is Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (Menometrorrhagia)? Abnormal uterine bleeding (formerly called menometrorrhagia) is when you bleed between your monthly periods or when your periods are extremely heavy and/or prolonged. Normal menstrual flow typically lasts about five days and occurs every 21 to 35 days. Your provider should know about any abnormal bleeding you’re experiencing. […]
dilation and curettage d c
What is Dilation and Curettage (D&C)? A D&C is a minor surgical procedure to remove tissue from your uterus. A gynecologist or obstetrician performs this surgery in their office or a surgery center. It’s usually an outpatient procedure, so you go home the same day. A D&C gets its name from: . Dilation of the […]
What Are the Risks of HPV During Pregnancy
HPV and Pregnancy Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a type of sexually transmitted infection (STI). Most types of HPV are transmitted through oral, vaginal, or anal sex. HPV is very common. About 80 percent of people will get HPV at some point in their lives. This is because there are over 150 different varieties of HPV. […]
Cesarean section procedure
C-Section (Cesarean Section) What is C-Section (Cesarean Section)? A C-Section (cesarean section) — also known as a cesarean delivery— is the surgical delivery of a baby. It involves one incision in the mother’s abdomen and another in the uterus. Cesarean deliveries are generally avoided before 39 weeks of pregnancy so the child has proper time […]
What is the Best Food for Ovarian Cysts?
What is the Best Food for Ovarian Cysts? Ovarian Cyst Diet Plan: 5 Foods to Eat A balanced diet is essential to managing ovarian cysts. To ease the symptoms of this condition, include these 5 foods in your diet. 1. High-Fibre Foods Phytochemicals found in high-fibre foods like oranges, lentils, pears, and peas prevent the […]
List of Foods to Avoid with Ovarian Cysts
Foods to avoid if you have an ovarian cyst 1. Dark Meats Avoid consuming red meats like hog, beef, and lamb. If you can’t avoid them, try to minimise your intake. These foods may trigger the formation of ovarian cysts as well as worsen existing cysts! Dark meats are also heavy in fat, which is […]
Retroverted Uterus
What is a Retroverted Uterus? A retroverted uterus is a uterus that curves in a backward position at the cervix instead of a forward position. A retroverted uterus is one form of “tilted uterus,” a category that also includes anteverted uterus, which is a uterus that is tilted forward rather than backward. Retroverted uterus may […]
Clitoroplasty
What is Clitoroplasty? Clitoroplasty is a rare surgical procedure performed on the clitoris, the small, visible part of the female genitalia located at the end of the vulva. The clitoris is a female’s main source of sexual pleasure. The goal of clitoroplasty is to create a clitoris with normal appearance and still retain sensation in […]