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0 20 May 2022
Things You Must Know About Getting Pregnant in Your 30s

Pregnancy in the 30s is no longer a rare choice as it used to be. With increased focus on career progression women today are consciously making their choice to conceive in their 30s. We could witness this significant change in our clinical facility ourselves as the average age of pregnancy has risen considerably as compared to the early 2010s. Though it is a welcoming change, it is always to be remembered that the peak reproductive years of women are their 20s. So pregnancy in the 30s does have its share of problems and hence the journey must be carefully planned and care must be taken with active consultation from gynaecologists. But how exactly the age impacts pregnancy and what care must be taken by women in their 30s before and during the pregnancy?  With the inputs from the best gynaecologist in Mumbai Dr Neelima Mantri, we have tried to answer questions in this blog here. Read on:

How do age impact pregnancy and its outcomes:

Every woman is born with a fixed number of eggs. As they age, both the quality and quantity of eggs gradually decrease.  Women in their 20s are considered to be at their reproductive peak as the standard of eggs (combined quality and quantity) is at an all-time high. As women become older

0 26 April 2022
Adolescent Gynecology: Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

A gynecologist is a medical healthcare professional, educated and trained to practice in case of medical conditions related to gynecology. They diagnose and treat gynecological conditions and also advise couples planning a baby or matters relating to pregnancy, fertility, birth control, and childbirth. All women have to see a gynecologist at some point of time in their life. Apart from matters relating to childbirth and pregnancy, a gynecologist also assists women dealing with several health issues. These issues include but are not limited to menstrual cycles, irregular periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, spotting in between periods, no periods, vaginal pain, infections, STDs, and confusion regarding safe and unsafe ways of sexual intercourse. A gynecologist is a person who understands the female reproductive and gynecological health and in case of difficulties, they provide the needed help. A lot of women find themselves struggling with period-related problems. While some women experience irregular periods, some struggle with excessive or heavy menstrual bleeding. Both, irregular and heavy bleeding causes great discomfort to women but heavy bleeding can be more disturbing since it can get in the way of n

0 19 April 2022
What is Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia

Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia is a skin disorder that affects the vulva (outer part of the vagina). Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia is a precancerous condition i.e. it is no cancer but can potentially develop into Vulval Cancer when left untreated. What exactly causes Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia and how does this regular skin disorder of the vagina leads to cancer? To know answers we take help from the top gynaecologist in India Dr Neelima Mantri in this blog. Read on to know:

Relation between Cancer & Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia:

Cancer happens when the cells of certain body organs rapidly divide to form lump tissue. Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia is a vulva skin disorder where certain changes happen to the skin cells that rapidly divide into the lines of cancer. These abnormal cells thus formed sometimes go away on their own or over the course of time (10 years) cause cancer. To summarise – Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia is not vulva cancer, in a few cases it over time can develop into one. So it sure is a high-risk factor for Vulval Cancer.

What causes Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia?

The exact cause of Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia is not known but there are certain risk factors that increase the r

0 19 April 2022
9 Home Remedies for Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a condition that affects millions of women around the world. It is a chronic disease that causes pelvic pain, bowel and bladder problems and other symptoms. It is observed that working women face this problem more than non-working and as the working population of women in Mumbai is finding a good endometriosis specialist in Mumbai is a must. Some of the most famous gynaecologists in Mumbai may recommend a lot of medicines, however, there are simple home remedies that can solve your problem as well. Here are 9 effective ways to treat endometriosis symptoms at home:

1. Turmeric For Endometriosis

This powerful herb has been widely used in Ayurveda, Chinese, and Western medicine for centuries. You can add it to your daily diet in the form of curry, or you can brew it at home as tea.

2. Ginger For Endometriosis

While it’s widely used for many other conditions, ginger is particularly beneficial for endometriosis as it boosts immunity, and reduces inflammation. You can use ginger as a tea, or you can add it to your daily diet as a soup or tea.

3. Fennel For Endometriosis

This herb contains anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce symptoms such as pain and inflammation. Here’s how you can

0 24 March 2022
Urinary and Faecal Incontinence Treatment in Mumbai

Urinary and faecal incontinence are pelvic disorders that result in loss of bladder and bowel control leading to accidental or involuntary leakage of stool or urine. Men and women of any age can suffer from these incontinence problems which can drastically impact the quality of life when the problems are not promptly treated by a gynaecologist or urologist. If you or one of your kith or kin in the family are suffering from incontinence problems you might be having a lot of questions. With the inputs of leading gynaecologists in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri, today we aim to provide information on these medical conditions improve your awareness about urinary and faecal incontinence here. Read on:

Urinary Incontinence & Cause:

Bladder incontinence or urinary incontinence is a condition characterized by accidental leakage, loss or dribbling or urine. Common causes of urinary incontinence often treated by a gynaecologist in Mumbai Dr Neelima Mantri include accidental urine leakage, loss of ability to hold urine, frequent urination, unusual discomfort or pain during urination. Urinary incontinence is usually caused by inpatients undergoing treatments for cancer. Even non-cancerous

0 22 March 2022
Trichomoniasis Treatment in Mumbai

Trichomoniasis is the common type of curable sexually transmitted disease that is caused when an individual is infected with a protozoan parasite called Trichomonas Vaginalis. While itching and burning sensation post ejaculation are the common symptoms of the disease in a few cases individuals may not be aware of the infection until symptoms show up. Also called a Trich, Trichomoniasis is the most common STD around the world. Though it rarely causes problems, when left treated it increases the chances of getting other STDs. So it is always advised to get the right treatment for Trichomoniasis. But how does identify Trichomoniasis? We are here to help. What are the symptoms of Trichomoniasis, what causes Trichomoniasis? How does one get it and what are the treatment options available? With the input of the best gynaecologist in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri let us know answers to these FAQs about Trichomoniasis from this blog here.

What causes Trichomoniasis? How does one get infected with Trichomoniasis?

 A protozoan parasite called Trichomonas Vaginalis causes Trichomoniasis, also called Trich. An infected individual can infect another individual through sexual intercourse (both vaginal- vaginal and penil

0 22 March 2022
Bartholin’s cyst Symptoms and Causes

The human body is a very complicated machine. Infinite vessels, multiple critical organs, a lot of bones, a network of nerves and what not fit into a small framework. To master the human body a lifetime may not be enough, such is the complicated build of the human system. This is the reason specialists exist, a bone doctor, a skin specialist, a brain surgeon, etc. every department is handled by different people no matter where you go. A common man may be forgiven for understanding the human body any more than a doctor who studies for years and this is why a lot of people may not even come to know that they are suffering from a disease or an ailment till it’s too late. Thus, today we talk about one of the problems that bother women, especially pregnant women who might not know how commonly they are affected by such problems. The problem in the spotlight is Bartholin’s cyst and we now look at the symptoms and causes of this condition.

Bartholin’s cyst

In the women’s labia there exists a Bartholin’s gland. This gland during the pregnancy tends to swell up in up to 2% of cases. When the glands swell it develops cysts which may make walking painful. This cyst is Bartholin’s cyst and it can also cause pain during intercourse.

What are the symptoms of Bartholin’s cyst

0 22 March 2022
Vaginismus Types Causes and Symptoms

In the case of some women, the vagina subconsciously or persistently contracts when engaging in vaginal penetration. Such contractions make coitus extremely difficult and very painful in some cases. Vaginismus doesn’t affect or interfere with a woman’s sexual arousal, it only hiders the process of vaginal penetration. Such disorders affect your mental and physical health and could also affect your relationships, it’s best to consult a gynecologist.

Types of vaginismus:

There are two classifications of vaginismus, known as primary vaginismus and secondary vaginismus.

  • > Primary vaginismus: this refers to such a condition where vaginal penetration has never been achieved.
  • > Secondary vaginismus: referring to such a condition where vaginal penetration was achieved in the past but is no longer viable because of pain or other reasons.

In the case of women who are over their menopause, vaginismus can be seen very often as a lack of vaginal lubrication causes pain and duress when subjected to vaginal intercourse. In cases of extreme pain, it is advised to consult with a gynecologist and obstetrician

0 25 February 2022
Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy | Dr Neelima Mantri

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that is wrapped around the windpipe at the front of the neck. Like every other gland in the human body, thyroids produce hormones that are responsible for a specific function in the body. In the case of the thyroid, it produces hormones that are responsible for controlling the metabolic rate of the body by monitoring digestive, heart and muscle functions in the body. The thyroid gland produces optimal hormones to keep the body running at an optimal rate. Thyroid disease is a medical condition where the thyroid fails to produce the right amount of these hormones and as result impact the normal functioning of the body leading to a variety of problems. The impact of his thyroid disease in pregnancy is even more given the sensitive nature of the health of the women during this stage. In this blog today we are going to discuss the case of thyroid in pregnancy – its types, symptoms and complications with the help of the best gynaecologist in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri.

Role of Thyroid during Pregnancy:

Thyroid hormones are essential for the essential for normal development of the baby’s nervous system and brain. The babies

0 18 February 2022
Vaginal Odor Symptoms and Treatment in Mumbai

Generally, vaginas have natural odors that vary from one woman to another. The natural odor is often considered to smell nothing but flesh-like, something which hardly has a smell. But sometimes due to physical reasons a vagina can smell strongly and slightly different from the natural odour.

Vaginal Odor Causes and Symptoms –

Though there is no other way of telling if a person has a strong vaginal odour except when a person comes too close to it and smells it. But there are some signs and symptoms that may indicate that you may have a slightly different vaginal odour than what is natural. The symptoms are –

  • Vaginal itching – irritation and itching in the vagina can be because of many reasons. But mostly it means yeast infections or other vaginal infections caused by the overgrowth of bacterial vaginosis. It is an ingrown bacterium that is most active in a woman’s reproductive years. Too much of it may upset a woman’s pH level and can give her a different vaginal odour.

Vaginal itching can be also because of poor vaginal hygiene. Sometimes excessive use of soap or unnatural cosmetics down there can also give you vaginal itching.

  • Vaginal discharge – now vaginal discharge means when your vagina discharges fluid from y