by Dr Neelima Mantri | Nov 17, 2020 | Blog, Female Gynaecologist
An average healthy pregnancy can last for around 40 weeks and in few rare cases, babies arrive sooner. And when a baby arrives into his world earlier than 37th week, the baby is termed as a premature baby. Premature babies run a higher risk of complications, sooner the delivery before 37th week, higher the risk of complications like intellectual disabilities, physical development problems, compromised immune system, respiratory and vison problems which can carry on through their life.
It is estimated that around 15 million babies are born prematurely around the globe out of which 1 million babies die prematurely due to potential complications. Premature birth is one of the leading causes of infant death around and in an effort to raise awareness November 17 is observed as World Prematurity Day 2020. And on this occasion we help you get an idea of premature baby birth and guide you towards best premature baby treatment in Mumbai, Read on:
Why are babies born prematurely?
Premature birth can happen when the pregnant mother has an inherent health problem like diabetes or has a harmful lifestyle habit during pregnancy or even if she is under undue stress. Even healthy women with a shorter or weaker cervix have increased risk of going to early labour. And this premature delivery can be again divided into three categories:
- Extremely preterm (delivery in less than 28 weeks)
- Very preterm (delivery in 28 to 32 weeks)
- Moderate to late preterm (delivery in 32 to 37 weeks)
What are the symptoms of premature birth?
Delivering earlier than the 37 weeks can affect the development of the baby whose intensity depends upon the category of premature delivery mentioned above. In general common symptoms of a premature baby can include the small size with a larger head, sharp features unlike rounded appearance due to lower fat stores fine hair, lower body temperature and lower reflex actions of the baby.
What are the complications of premature birth?
While not all babies born premature experience health complications, the majority of the babies are found to an experience health problem at some point of life owing to premature delivery. However, the risk of short term and long term complications is quite high for the baby. Breathing problems, heart problems, metabolism and immune system problems are short-term complications and intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, impaired learning are long term problems often identified in premature babies.
Regular screening and medical consultation from expert gynaecologist is the basic necessity for pregnant women with health problems. And while at it adhering to a healthy and stress-free lifestyle plays a crucial role in healthy pregnancy. As for women with increased risk of having premature baby, hormonal treatment, medications and other holistic premature treatments are available today in India. If you are living in Mumbai and are looking for premature baby treatment in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri is the best doctor for premature treatment in Mumbai and you can contact her here: https://www.drneelimamantri.com/
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Nov 6, 2020 | Blog, Women Health Issues
Pregnancy is a significant and memorable journey for every woman and surely it is always a challenging one. Though there is a certain common timeline for the pregnancy, from early signs to symptoms in each stage to the delivery procedures, every journey can be different and unique in its own way.
Especially during the delivery variety of procedures that come to rescue for safe and secure delivery. Being one of the best maternity doctors in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri has helped hundreds of pregnant with a variety of delivery procedures based on their specific condition. If you are pregnant it is a good idea to get to know about the delivery procedures and in this blog, we are going to give help you with the same.
Here is the list of different assisted delivery procedures that may take place during your labour:
Episiotomy:
An episiotomy is an assisted delivery procedure where a surgical incision is made in the area between anus and vagina to enlarge the vaginal opening and make it the passage of the baby’s head easy. This procedure decreases the risk of tearing of mother’s skin. An episiotomy is a special procedure that is reserved for special situations, most women may not be needing one.
Induced labour:
In situations where the mother suffers from medical conditions like diabetes, hypertension, ruptured membranes and past pregnancy problems, the labour may have to be induced manually using safe, synthetic drugs.
Vacuum extraction:
Vacuum extraction is an assisted delivery procedure where the health care professional applies a vacuum using a cup to the baby’s head. The applied vacuum when aligned with the push of the mother helps in guiding the baby out of the birth canal. Though vacuum extraction does help to improve the chances of safe and secured delivery it does come with potential risks and gynaecologist in Mumbai recommends the procedure only after safely gauging the risks and complications.
Forceps delivery:
Forceps method is an assisted delivery procedure that may be recommended by the gynaecologist during the second stage of labour when the labour is not progressing as expected. Forceps which look like two large spoons are inserted into the vagina around the baby’s guide it out of the birth canal. If the forceps method doesn’t yield results caesarean section is recommended for successful delivery.
Caesarean section:
One of the most common and popular assisted delivery procedures, Caesarean section is used to deliver the baby by making surgical incisions near the abdomen and uterus. C-section is resorted by a gynaecologist in Mumbai when the baby’s head is too big to pass through the birth canal or in cases of multiple pregnancies or even during conditions like delayed labour, compressed or prolapsed cord.
The above five procedures are the most common assisted delivery procedures used to induce successful pregnancy in women by Dr Neelima Mantri ,one of the best gynaecologist doctors in Mumbai at her clinic. If you are a pregnant woman who needs more information on above procedures or looking for help with you pregnancy journey Dr Neelima Mantri is the best gynaecologist in India with an excellent track record in maternity treatment and delivery procedures. You can contact her here: https://www.drneelimamantri.com/
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Oct 30, 2020 | Blog, Infertility Treatment
On average, around 15% of pregnant suffer miscarriage and pregnancy loss in India of which 75% of them end in first 12 weeks in pregnancy. “While obesity, diabetes and thyroidal disorders, immunologic and environmental factors, infections and other fertility problems are the common causes of pregnancy loss, 50% of them in first 3 months are caused by chromosomal abnormalities,” says Lady gynaecologist Dr Neelima Mantri who has been helped hundreds of women succeed in their pregnancy journey.
As the number of these pregnancy loss cases are steeply rising in India due to a variety of issues, here are the 4 things you can do to reduce the risk of pregnancy loss:
- Maintain good hygiene: Starting the most basic thing you can do, maintain good hygiene during pregnancy. Viral and bacterial infections can increase the risk of miscarriage and stillbirth and the infections are the easiest to contract if you don’t practice good hand hygiene since you are in your most vulnerable state. So we advise you to wash your hand thoroughly for at least 20 seconds after you use the restroom, before and after eating and also when you are in contact with sick people.
- Healthy weight is the key: While being overweight and obesity is already detrimental to health, it is also found that both these factors can significantly increase the risk of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. Fortunately, good thing is that they are obesity and overweight are controllable conditions in most cases by adopting a strict weight loss schedule with right nutrition before planning to conceive.
- Make healthy lifestyle choices before conception: Even if you are not overweight incorporate right lifestyle choices is very important to have a safe a successful pregnancy. Eat a well-balanced diet, stay active and exercise avoid smoking, alcohol consumption and also limit caffeine, simply making these changes before conception can significantly raise your chances of success.
- Regular healthy check-ups: Having regular health check-ups is crucial for pregnant women. Given the COVID-19 situation has limited the number of tests and health checks which are considered mandatory, and we advise you to get yourself checked by an expert gynaecologist in Mumbai to know your status and take all the necessary steps to improve your chances. This is mandatory for women who have suffered a pregnancy loss and have a history of miscarriages in the family.
Having said that, taking the right pregnancy and infant loss precautions can significantly reduce the risk of miscarriage. If you are looking for best pregnancy loss treatment in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri is here to help, you can contact her here: https://www.drneelimamantri.com/
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Oct 16, 2020 | Blog, PCOS
PCOS one of the major and most common gynaecological problems faced by women in India. On an average one in every five Indian women suffer from this hormonal problem which manifests in the form of irregular periods, weight-gain infertility and even miscarriage in women of reproductive age.
PCOS is also one of the most common gynaecological problems among the cases that we treat every month at our clinic by PCOS Specialist Dr. Neelima Mantri. Being a hormonal disorder which can easily be controlled by simple diet and lifestyle choices in mild cases, PCOS needs more awareness among women.
To help identify the problem and seek PCOS treatment in Mumbai as soon as possible, we have decided to provide brief information about symptoms of PCOS and best PCOS treatment in Mumbai. Read on:
PCOS – Poly Cystic Ovarian Disorder and its Symptoms:
PCOS is a common gynaecological problem that is caused by hormonal imbalance and metabolic problems which impact overall health, appearance and especially fertility of women. As the name suggest this disorder can impact ovarian health with the development of small cysts near the reproductive organs negatively impacting reproductive health.
Symptoms of PCOS:
Women, in general, may not know even though they have it, if the PCOS is dormant. Majority of them ignore the symptoms and only consult gynaecologists when they fail to get pregnant or suffer other infertility problems caused by PCOS. And this is why it is very important to get to know the symptoms of PCOS to seek timely PCOS treatment in Mumbai.
Symptoms of PCOS often appear during the first menstrual cycle and continue to make their presence felt along the way. It is also possible to develop symptoms later in life due to rapid weight gain or the incidence of PCOS becoming severe and active. Following are some of the signs and symptoms of PCOS:
- Irregular menstrual cycle: Prolonged infrequent and irregular menstrual cycle is one of the major sign of an impending reproductive health problem which in most cases turns out to be PCOS.
- Cosmetic problems: Excessive weight gain, thinning hair, acne, over-growth of facial and body hair, male pattern baldness are some of the problems caused by excessive androgens which are triggered by PCOS.
- Infertility problems: PCOS can negatively impact reproductive health by causing ovarian dysfunction and other reproductive problems. Failure to get pregnant and recurrent pregnancy loss are the common problems faced by women with PCOS.
Diagnosis & Best PCOS Treatment in Mumbai:
PCOS is not a disease but a syndrome which continues even after chid bearing years which is why it can gradually impact overall health. When left untreated women with PCOS run a high risk of high blood pressure, type-2 diabetes, stroke and heart disease.
A PCOS specialist recommends pelvic exam, blood test, ultrasound other common tests to diagnose the problem. Treatment for PCOS starts with managing the individual problems caused by the PCOS. Lifestyle changes, medications, home remedies are recommended by the PCOS specialist to address and solve the problems.
Given the above symptoms are common for any gynaecological problems it could be difficult for women to identify PCOS. So it is generally recommended to consult a gynaecologist in case any abnormal problems arises to make sure the problem is nipped in its bud.
If you need further help and are looking for best PCOS treatment in Mumbai, leading lady gynaecologist Dr Neelima Mantri is the best doctor for PCOS treatment in Mumbai and you can contact her here: https://www.drneelimamantri.com/
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Oct 8, 2020 | Blog, Women Health Issues
Depression is the most common medical health condition among women and according to researchers, twice as many women suffer from depression at some point in their lifetime than men. While the incidence of mental health problems is the same for both genders, women are more prone to depression than men. But the buck doesn’t stop there, PTSD, anxiety, panic attacks women are more prone to these mental health disorders than men too.
So why are women more prone to mental health concerns than men? And how can we improve the condition? On the account of World Mental Health Day 2020, we have delved into the topic to spread awareness and here we are. So read on:
Why women are more prone to mental health problems than men?
Biological and social factors play a key role in shaping up the psyche of a human. Journal of Abnormal Psychology says that women are more tend to internalize their destructive emotions which results in loneliness withdrawal and ultimately depression. And men on the other side, when faced with similar conditions externalize their emotions resulting in rude, impulsive and aggressive behaviour patterns and even harmful habits to vent out their emotions.
So naturally, women are more prone to anxiety and depression while men indulge in substance abuse and anti-social behaviours. And evidently, women are 70% more prone to mental health problems than men.
Mental health problems in Indian women – Risk Factors, Barriers & Solution
While urban India is slowing moving towards gender-equality, majority of the country (read: rural & conservative) still instigates gender discrimination. Biological, social and gender-specific factors when combined with traumatic and negative experiences, manifest as mental health problems in women. In addition to this, poverty, overwork, gender violence, sexual abuse also contribute to the decline in mental health among vulnerable.
The most important barrier that women for that matter even for men is the social stigma associated with mental health problems. In India, mental health is only gaining the light it needs in the past 10 years and still considered a stigma. Other barriers include lack of funds, time (more work) and even access to a medical health professional.
The first and foremost thing we as a society the problem is to raise the awareness of mental health in India and also take all the necessary measures to improve our mental health. We advise women to take-up exercise, meditation during this lockdown situation to keep you away from the built-up stress and relax. And most importantly it is okay to take about the prevailing mental health problems and even take professional help to get your headspace right. On the account of World Mental Health Day, let us all take it head-on and spread the awareness on mental health to kick out the stigma surrounding this global problem.
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Sep 25, 2020 | Blog, Women Health Issues
Over the last few years, there has been a steep increase in the gynaecological problems reported by women in India, especially in Mumbai. Given that the gynaecological problems are commonly faced across all age groups, the increase in the number of cases reported is an indication of an increase in awareness of sexual and reproductive health.
A good chunk of years back and for that matter even today in rural and semi-urban parts of India, it can be hard to know what is normal and what is the sign or symptoms of a potential reproductive problem. Being one of the best gynaecologists & laparoscopic surgeons in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri every day educates the patients and treats a variety of their gynaecological problems Though there has been a rise in awareness there is need to further increase the awareness to treat then quickly or even prevent them altogether.
Signs that you need expert help from a gynaecologist in Mumbai:
Since most of the gynaecological problems can be successfully solved and nipped in the bud it is important to know about the potential symptoms of these problems to make it easy for you to seek help from the best gynaecologist in Mumbai right away. With his blog here, we help you identify the potential signs of gynaecological problems to help you get them treated as soon as possible. So, if you are to encounter the following problems consult your trusted gynaecologist in Mumbai as soon as possible:
Painful Periods: Painful periods are normalised today to the point that most young girls endure the pain silently until it’s too late. Though cramps, headaches, breasts soreness periods are common sometimes the pain doesn’t seem to subside and can get worse over time. Endometriosis, Uterine fibroids could be the reason for this pain and the condition have to be treated immediately for better treatment.
Discomfort during intercourse: A blanket topic for most women, you will be surprised how common t can be among today’s women both young and elder adults. Vaginal dryness is one of the most common causes of the discomfort across all age groups. As for young women, it could be due to increased usage of birth control and as for elder adults, it can be due to low estrogen. If it is severe and not due to dryness there could be other problems which can only be solved if you can consult the gynaecologist. So please do.
Unpleasant Vaginal Odour: While being the most common, this is also is an uncomfortable problem to seek help. Vaginal odour is the result of the mild bacterial growth and infection and similar to the painful periods, there is no set normal here which makes most women ignore the issue altogether until the infection worsens. So, if you notice an unpleasant smell that doesn’t seem to go away its time you consult a gynaecologist.
While there are many other problems, the above three commons are commonly ignored by the women in India. While the majority of the problems can be solved by simple gynaecological treatments, in rare cases patients may need surgery to fix the problems. However, due to today’s advancements, even the staunchest of the surgeries can be effortlessly performed with minimal recovery using minimally invasive surgical methods like laparoscopy. So, if you are seeking the gynaecological help in Mumbai, it is in your benefit to seek the right help from best gynae laparoscopic surgeon in Mumbai.
Having trained in all advanced laparoscopic procedures from Korea, Dr Neelima Mantri currently the leading lady gynaecologist and laparoscopic surgeon in Mumbai with a stupendous record in treating all types of gynaecological problems. You can contact her here: https://www.drneelimamantri.com/
