by Dr Neelima Mantri | Feb 4, 2021 | Blog, Women Health Issues
This world cancer day, let us take a look at the most common types of cancers that affect women. Cancer during pregnancy, cervical cancer, the effects of cervical cancer in pregnancy is some of the areas of focus in this article. In most cases, these cancers are highly treatable and if diagnosed early, have the potential for a complete recovery. Knowing what these cancers are could potentially help in their prevention.
The following are the most common types of cancers in women:
- > Breast cancer: Cancer of one or both the breasts
- > Endometrial cancer: Cancer of the uterine lining.
- > Cervical cancer: Cancer of the cervix.
- > Ovarian cancer: Cancer of one or both the ovaries
- > Lung cancer: Cancer that affects the lungs
- > Skin cancer: Also known as melanoma, caused due to excessive exposure to the sun or a variety of other factors.
- > Colorectal cancer: A cancer of the colon and the rectum. Its counterpart in men is prostate cancer.
Breast Cancer
It is the most common type of cancer in women which is why we are devoting a whole section to it. The risk of this cancer increases with age although it could occur at any age. Some women are predisposed to breast cancer due to a variety of factors such as genes, lifestyle et al. It is important, therefore, to be acquainted with potential risks and find your risk status so that you can take necessary precautions. If you are a person who is at risk, it is advisable to get regular cancer screening tests.
Women of ages 45 to 54 are advised to get an annual mammogram every year while women who are 55 and older can get a mammogram every two years. Women of ages 40 to 45 should start thinking about getting yearly breast examinations.
Things to Keep in Mind
One should know what their breasts normally look and feel like. Self-breast examinations can also be done easily at home. In case of any discrepancies, you can approach your doctor. If you have a family history of breast cancer or a possible genetic predisposition should get regular MRIs and Mammograms with a consultation with your doctor.
Some Methods To Reduce The Potential Cancer Risk
- > Avoid cigarettes and tobacco
- > Exercise regularly to maintain a healthy body weight
- > Eat a regular and a balanced diet
- > Form healthy routines
- > Create a work-life balance
- > Avoid processed food and red meat
- > Apply sunscreen and use other methods of skin protection
- > Avoid alcohol, if not then limit yourself to a drink a day
- > Know your medical and your family’s medical history
- > Have a go-to healthcare provider to discuss preventative measures through comprehensive health plans which involve regular check-ups.
Conclusion
If you are searching for a gynecologist in Mumbai, You need to look no further. Dr. Neelima Mantri is a well known, experienced gynecologist who helps women live their best lives. With over a decade of practical medical experience, she has several specializations in her skill set such as laparoscopy, routine and high-risk obstetric surgeries, and minimal access surgery. She provides a comprehensive set of gynecological services and helps women lead healthy and better lives.
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 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/
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Sep 24, 2020 | Blog, Women Health Issues
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 and other tissues that grow in and around uterus among women of reproductive age. It is one of the most common reproductive health problem treated by gynaecologist Dr Neelima Mantri at her gynaecology clinic in Mumbai. Painful menstruation, frequent urination, pain during sex and reproductive problems like infertility, miscarriages are common symptoms of uterine fibroids.
PCOS: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a hormonal disorder that results in cysts like fluid sacs that result in irregular or prolonged menstruation among women of reproductive age. When left untreated PCOS can lead to long term complications that include infertility, diabetes type-2, uterine bleeding, metabolic syndrome, and gestations diabetes.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases:
Sexually Transmitted Diseases are infections that are caused due to sexual intercourse with a partner who has a prior infection. Over the last 5 years, the cases of STDs have taken steep raise in Mumbai and it is evident in the number of cases diagnosed at our gynaecology clinic in Mumbai. There are more than 20 types of STDs that are caused by parasites, bacteria and viruses and they can be easily treated by an expert gynaecologist.
Infertility:
Infertility is the inability of women to achieve a successful conception and carry it to pregnancy. This can happen due to a variety of factors, underlying medical conditions like the above disorders and other reproductive issues both male and female. A woman experiencing infertility is diagnosed and the underlying disorder causing the infertility is successfully treated and in a few cases, Artificial Reproductive technologies like IVF can be used for successful conception and delivery.
While the above four medical conditions are common reproductive problems suffered by women, the long term complication of the above problems is infertility. Infertility has become an even bigger problem experienced by the current generation with cases of infertility are steeply increasing every passing year. Fortunately, all the above problems can be successfully treated by today’s’ experienced gynaecologists like Dr Neelima Mantri.
Being one of the best lady gynaecologists in Mumbai, Dr Neelima Mantri’s stellar record in all types of Sexual and Reproductive Treatment Procedures has helped thousands of women get rid of reproductive problems. If you are living in and around Mumbai and are looking for the best gynaecologist in Mumbai for consultations, you can contact her here: https://www.drneelimamantri.com/
by Dr Neelima Mantri | Aug 24, 2020 | Blog, Women Health Issues
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 Contraceptive Pill (ECP), Copper IUD are two types of emergency contraception methods available today. ECP is approved to be taken within 3 days of the unprotected sex and is 98% effective in warding off the unwanted pregnancy. If the weight of the women is more than 70 Kgs, Copper IUD is mostly preferred and it comes with 99% effectiveness.
Hormonal Methods of Contraception:
Hormonal methods are more effective contraception methods where hormones are used to stop or regulate the ovulation to prevent pregnancy. Hormones are introduced into women’s bodies using various methods like contraception pills, skin patches, and injections, vaginal rings, intrauterine or implantable methods to stop conception. While the mode of hormone introduction remains the same, different types of hormones are used in the form of short-acting hormonal methods and combined hormonal methods based on the end goal and effectiveness in curbing the unwanted pregnancy.
Barrier Contraception:
Barrier contraception methods like condoms and internal condoms are the most common, simple, and common contraception methods that were available since eternity. But male and less-known female condoms are not the only barrier methods available for contraception today. A cervical cap that is placed to cover the cervix to block sperm cam act as an effective barrier method with increased efficiency. So does vaginal sponge method where a sponge contains spermicide (kills sperms) is placed inside the vagina for at least 6 hours after intercourse can help stop the conception too.
While the three basic temporary contraceptive methods for women can be classified into the above three types, each class has a versatile number of contraceptive options that can help women achieve effective contraception. If you need more details about contraceptive methods and are looking for Counselling and Guidance for Contraception in Mumbai, Dr. Neelima Mantri is the best lady gynaecologist in Mumbai who can help you. You can contact her here: https://www.drneelimamantri.com/
