Sexual and reproductive problems that were always relegated to closed doors are being discussed in the open, which is a great sign. Given a good sexual and reproductive health is critical for a woman’s freedom of making right choices about having children, it is high time to increase awareness about the sexual and reproductive health in women. With the advancement in the field of gynaecology, almost all sexual and reproductive problems can be easily treated by expert gynaecologists today. On the occasion of World Contraception Day, we dedicated this blog to raise awareness about 5 most common reproductive health problems faced by women today and available best sexual and reproductive treatment by Dr Neelima Mantri. So the 5 most common reproductive health problems faced by Indian women are: Endometriosis: Endometriosis is the reproductive condition where the endometrium, the tissue the lines the uterus grows outside the uterus, thickens every month and gets trapped inside the body developing into cysts. Over time, it can cause pain, bleeding, fertility problems land painful menstruation. Uterine Fibroids: Uterine fibroids are the non-cancerous tumour made-up of muscle cells →
Pregnancy is a stage in a woman’s life that brings about a sense of permanent change in every aspect of life. Motherhood offers an elevated sense of happiness, however, other key aspects to it may prove to be overwhelming for a few women. The thought of becoming a mother and being responsible for a child is, in fact, a daunting task that requires complete commitment throughout. Thus, the changes associated with it are exasperating, to say the least. This is precisely where one out of every ten women must seek consultancy when it comes to managing postpartum depression. The situation has become even worse due to the worldwide outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Women have to get accustomed to the changes in their physical appearance, mental well-being, and hormonal alterations. The limitations imposed due to COVID-19 has made the process of pregnancy even more enduring and difficult. The soon to be mothers not only have to keep their emotions in check but also are constantly stressed about the safety of the unborn child. Consequently, there has been a rise in postnatal depression during COVID-19. Understanding Postpartum Depression Best Lady Gynaecologist in Mumbai, managing postpartum depression, postnatal depression during Covid 19, postpartum depression during the coronavirus, Tips for Healthy Pregnancy
Uterus also called as the womb in colloquial, is the pear-shaped muscular organ that is fundamental part of the reproductive system in women. Located between the bladder and bowels, it provides structural integrity and nurtures the fertilized ovum to develop it into a foetus. It nourishes and carefully holds the baby in place until he/she is mature enough to be delivered. Hysterectomy: Removal of the Birth Place In short, Uterus is the birthplace of the baby and Hysterectomy is the removal of this birthplace from the women. Hysterectomy is recommended by the gynaecologist or hysterectomy surgeon when removal of the uterus is the only possible solution for the treatment of problems like uterine fibroids, endometriosis, abnormal vaginal bleeding, uterine cancer, Adenomyosis and more. Hysterectomy is the second most common surgical procedure women undergo, right after C-section. And a Hysterectomy surgeon uses different types of surgical approached to remove the uterus based on the reason for surgery and the patient’s health. The surgical approach determines the scarring, healing time and recovery. The simple, safest and most advanced hysterectomy procedure available in India is Laparoscopic Hysterectomy. Laparoscop →
Most of the newly married couples today who wanted to start their family often have doubts about contraception. Given they wanted to focus on their career and take their own time before they start a family, contraception and family planning have become one of the most discussed topics for couples today. Contraception methods, though the definition looks simple, the act of contraception has many elements like safety, effectiveness, and availability. So counselling and guidance for contraception very important for newly married couples to tread the waters of contraception. Dr. Neelima Mantri, the best gynaecologist in Mumbai, is often consulted by the newly married for counselling and guidance for conception and contraception and she has helped thousands of couples along the way. To make it easier in this blog here we wanted to provide basic information about contraception. Here are some of the basic contraception methods with essential pointers for reference: Emergency Contraception: Emergency contraception is the most common contraception method that is used by couples. It is needed most in times of unforeseen situations like fail of normal contraception (condom splits), missing contraceptive pills or injection, or unprotected sex. Emergency Con →
The total journey of the pregnancy and birth experience of diabetic mothers could be different as compared to others, but with the right medical help, diligent self-care, a healthy pregnancy is a certainty. If you are a diabetic woman looking to conceive you must know all the necessary information beforehand as you embark on your journey. Mumbai’s best female gynaecologist and laparoscopic surgeon, Dr. Neelima Mantri has helped hundreds of diabetic mothers with their pregnancy. Over the years we get plenty of questions regarding pregnancy, and this article aims to provide you essential information for these frequently asked questions about diabetes and pregnancy. So, read on: How does pregnancy affect my diabetes? Hormonal and other physical changes in the woman’s body during pregnancy can significantly impact the blood glucose levels. So from eating habits, medicine requirements to exercise, and physical activity routines, change in diabetic management plans is needed. As a woman gets closer to her delivery date, further change in management in again needed according to the medical status and health. As soon as you decide to have a baby it is important to consult a gyna →
Menopause is the natural end of the menstrual cycle for women. An end that is the final release from years of the menstrual problems like PMS, hormonal surges, headaches, mood swings cramps and pregnancy risks. However, this is no sudden and abrupt end, entire process is set in motion years before the end and women finally are relieved from the monthly chores. Menopause: As women age, the production of hormones, estrogen, and progesterone which are responsible for menstruation slowly decreases accounting for skipped or late periods over time. As this process of the irregular period continues for a few years (3-5), the hormones completely fall off the cliff stopping the periods altogether marking the end to your reproductive period: Menopause. Perimenopause: The gradual reduction of hormonal production slowly manifests in the form of biological and physical changes as the body slowly gears towards menopause. This time period where the symptoms and changes in women’s body begin to occur is called Perimenopause. Symptoms of Perimenopause: As Perimenopause is the stage where symptoms begin to appear, this is the stage where women generally become anxious and bothered as they experience changes in their body which they haven’t been accus →
The memorable journey of pregnancy drastically transforms the body of women. It is quite remarkable how a woman’s body adapts to the demands of the pregnancy along the way. And the transformation mostly rewinds and restores during the first six weeks after the baby is born. This is the first six weeks post the delivery is called a postpartum period which is most crucial for the healing of the mother. As the baby is born, it is quite natural that the baby’s health becomes a centre of focus. And everyone tends to forget that this period is crucial for women too. Add this shift of focus to the sleep deprivation, doctors’ appointments, late-night baby feeding, pees, poops, and the fear that accompany at every hiccup, suddenly women feel like there is less time to take care of their health. A woman is at her vulnerable-self post-pregnancy and here are the five reasons why postpartum care is an un-skippable step for women to post their pregnancy: Physical health: A woman’s body undergoes a significant transformation at a rapid pace during pregnancy. Most of the changes that happen may take time to restore or sometimes persist and cause further problems. The gynaecologist performs a complete examination of these problems to help women return to the best of the physical health in a short →
Heavy or unusual bleeding through the vagina, experienced by women during or in-between the regular periods is called abnormal uterine bleeding. The bleeding is termed abnormal because it is usually irregular, heavier and is usually caused by hormonal or structural abnormalities of the female reproductive system. Abnormal uterine bleeding is more commonly diagnosed at the beginning of the reproductive cycle and at the end of it in older women. At our clinic in Mumbai, 20% of the AUB cases occur in adolescent girls, more than 50% are occur in women above age 40. Following are the situations when the uterine bleeding is considered abnormal: Bleeding between the normal periods.
- Spotting or bleeding after intercourse.
- Bleeding that happens after menopause.
- Irregular cycles which vary by more than 8-9 days.
- Abnormally heavy bleeding during your regular period.
- Bleeding while your menstrual cycles happen to be shorter than 24 and longer than 38 days.
Causes of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: There is no one single cause for abnormal uterine bleeding experienced by women. Following some of the causes of abnormal uterine bleeding experienced by women:
- Structural abnormalities like polyps,
There is nothing as magical as seeing a baby grow inside the womb of the mother right from the conception. The miracle of human birth takes right in front of our eyes and we are all so privileged to witness it, as this was not possible before the advent of imaging studies. Today, we are left amazed by the meticulous development over the course of the pregnancy. And this development of the baby can be comfortably divided into three categories: Stage: 1(0-3 months), Stage 2(3-6 months), Stage 3(6-9 months). Here’s a brief account of the baby development stages from the conception to the delivery: Conception: The sperm penetrates the egg, completes the genetic make-up of the foetus, rapidly divides into the cells, passes through the fallopian tube and implants itself in the uterus where the nourishment begins. Stage 1 (0-3 Months): Month 1: After about a month, the basic structures if the head, abdomen, chest, and organs begin to develop into separate areas. The legs and arms slowly bud from the outside and your home pregnancy test comes out positive. Month 2&3: The foetus grows to a length of about 1 cm after 2 months, developing its facial features (ears, nose tip &eyelids). The buds now become clear legs and arms, as the toes and fingers slowly develop. After the →
Pregnancy is the most memorable journey of every woman. It is also a phase their vulnerable to many health problems, a woman braves everything that the pregnancy hurls at her to make it to the delivery phase. One such problem most commonly experienced by the women in their pregnancy in Anemia. Anemia in Pregnancy: The women’s body goes through a series of significant changes over the course of pregnancy. The volume of blood in pregnant women increases by almost 25% and this increases the iron requirement to make sufficient haemoglobin. Most of the women do not get a sufficient amount of iron to their body in 2nd and third trimester resulting in Anemia. Iron is not the only nutrient required for the optimal production of red blood cells, Vitamin B12 and Folate play an important role, which is why their deficiency can lead to Anemia too. Although there are many kinds of this condition, Iron-deficiency, Vitamin B12 deficiency & Folate Deficiency Anemia are most common among pregnant women. 50% of Pregnant Women in India Suffer from Anemia: A pregnant woman might suffer a higher risk of becoming anemic if she doesn’t consume enough iron, suffers a high pre-pregnancy menstrual flow, or conceive immediately after pregnancy without giving the body enough time to recuperate. Thou →