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Periods are a normal physiological function of the female body but there are many myths and taboos surrounding it, especially in India. These affect the social-cultural lives of the women and also the health -physical and mental. Scientifically we know that the woman makes one egg per month and the uterus make a lining. This […]
Most of us have certain notions and beliefs that may or may not be right. Pregnancy is one such issue where myths are common, and vary from region to region and culture to culture. These are the common ‘old wives’ tales’ that are the subject of discussions in kitty parties. Let me discuss some of […]
It is often observed that women ignore to consult a gynecologist after she turns 40. There are many issues that she suffers silently but don’t come out to discuss it with a doctor. Here are a few reasons why you need to take a gynecologist appointment after you turn 40. Routine Gynecological Check You can […]
Its quite common to gain weight after menopause. Why do women gain weight after menopause? There are multiple factors. Due to lack of estrogen there are metabolic changes in the way one uses their glucose and fat. There is also fat mobilization and shift in the areas that get deposited with fat. There is increased […]
Menopause can lead to sexual problems. The hormonal deprivation (especially of estrogen) after menopause can lead to changes in the woman’s desire for sex. The lack of oestrogen can affect the texture of the vagina making it very dry. This can make sex very painful. Multiple other factors can influence sex after menopause. For Eg. […]
Cracked Or Painful Nipples It’s quite common to have a crack on the skin of the nipple and this is extremely painful when the baby sucks. You can apply a lot of moisturizing nipple creams that help to ease the pain and encourage healing. You can also use a nipple shield as a protective cover […]
A condom is one of the contraception measures which is highly used to have protected sex. It is used to ensure that you stay safe while having sex and do not end up into an unwanted pregnancy. A form of barrier contraception, they are sheaths that are worn on the penis after erection, before ejaculation […]
The combined oral contraceptive pills are commonly referred to as “the pill”. Which hormones are in contraceptive pills? The Pill contains two hormones – oestrogen and a progestogen. Various types of pills are available depending on the dose of the estrogen and the type of progesterone that they contain. What contraceptive pills do and how […]
IUD insertion is recommended when the period is just finishing, but it can be inserted all through the first half of the menstrual cycle and up to 5 days post ovulation. What is IUD The Intrauterine device – IUD is a small T shaped plastic device, which is placed inside the womb, to prevent pregnancy. […]
A vaginal Contraceptive Ring is a reversible form of hormonal contraception wherein a hormonal contraceptive ring is worn inside the vagina. It functions just like the hormonal pill. The ring releases two hormones – oestrogen and a progestogen – continuously into the bloodstream. It prevents pregnancy by preventing ovulation. It also thickens the cervical mucus […]
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