Month: April 2022

What is an IVF (In-Vitro-Fertilization)? IVF is also known as the test tube baby technology. It is the leading technology to tackle the demon called infertility. This procedure is carried out when a women egg doesn’t get fertilized by man sperm naturally. It is an assisted reproduction technique (ART) which is most commonly used to…

Breast Cancer is the most common cancer among women. Most women with breast cancer have some type of surgery as part of their treatment. There are different types of breast surgery, and they may be done for different reasons, depending on the situation. There are two main types of surgery to remove breast cancer: Breast-conserving…

Laparoscopic hernia repair is a minimally invasive surgical technique used for repairing many types of hernias. This procedure uses three to four small incisions and a tool called a laparoscope, or a thin tube with a camera on the end, to guide the surgeon.  After the procedure is completed, the small abdominal incisions are closed…

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. Women with PCOS may have infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods or excess male hormone (androgen) levels. The ovaries may develop numerous small collections of fluid (follicles) and fail to regularly release eggs. Signs and Symptoms of PCOS Irregular Periods – Infrequent, irregular…

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove the uterus and, usually, the cervix. The ovaries and tubes may or may not be removed during this procedure, depending on the reasons for the surgery being performed. If the ovaries are removed, you will commence menopause. A hysterectomy is a major surgical procedure with physical and psychological consequences. An abdominal or vaginal…

Urinary Incontinence is the uncontrollable leakage in women and it can happen for different reasons. Urgency Urinary Incontinence: Leakage of urine when you have sudden urge to pass urine which you can’t control. 2. Stress Urinary Incontinence: This is most common in women’s and typically happens after the child birth. It very common and it…

Today, many options exist for fertility preservation; your cancer diagnosis doesn’t need to ruin your dreams of having children. Preservation Options Embryo Preservation Process First daily injections of synthetic hormones are taken for up to two weeks after starting your period, these injections stimulate your ovaries, increasing the chance that several eggs can be collected. Eggs…

Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside the uterus. Endometriosis most commonly involves your ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining your pelvis. Rarely, endometrial-like tissue may be found beyond the area where pelvic organs are located. Endometriosis can cause pain ,sometimes severe , especially during menstrual periods.…

The procedures are a combination of specialties like plastic surgery, gynecology, urology, and urogynecology. The end objective of the process is to help enhance the look of the vaginal area and improve sexual function, which takes a beating due to pregnancy and childbirth. Often, aging has been quoted to be the reason behind structural changes…

Preterm labor occurs when regular contractions result in the opening of your cervix after week 20 and before week 37 of pregnancy. Preterm labor can result in premature birth. The earlier premature birth happens, the greater the health risks for your baby. Many premature babies need special care in the neonatal intensive care unit. Preemies…