If you miss your period's date by more than a week, the first thing to check should be pregnancy; you must do a home test. You can get many types of pregnancy checking kits in chemist shops very easily. Get one and check with the...
The health of the uterus is very important for a woman’s well-being. A major female reproductive organ, the uterus encourages the fertilized ovum where one of the sperm cells penetrates the egg, the egg is fertilized and begins developing into the fetus. The uterus provides...
Do menopausal women have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease? The answer is Yes! Cardiovascular disease (CVD) or as we simply term heart health is the main cause of worry for women. As women matured with age they are gradually open to high levels of...
Did you know Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common health problem affecting 1 in 10 women? Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease is also known as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, PCOD, or PCOS in short. Globally, 4%-8% of women in the reproductive age group are suffering from this...
Painful cramps that may occur before or during the menstrual period are called menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhoea. Here’s what Dr. Usha M Kumar, the best gynecologist in Delhi says about menstrual pain. There are two types of menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhea Primary dysmenorrhea or common menstrual...
Congratulations, you’re pregnant! Welcome to one of the most exciting experiences of your life! Now what? A lot happens during the first trimester of your pregnancy. Here's Dr. Usha M Kumar, the best gynecologist in Delhi telling you what to know about the first trimester...
Today’s women are more educated, becoming independent, and career-oriented. This is one of the major reasons that pregnancy after 35 years is common especially in Metro cities. However for women age is just a number but from the conception point of view, age is not...
Pelvic pain is more common in women. It is pain in the abdomen below the belly button. It may be a harmless sign of fertility, a digestive disorder like IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), or a red flag for a life-threatening emergency. Chronic pelvic pain can...
The most common issues that affect the quality of life in PCOS women are anxiety, depression, and destructive self-image. These psychological problems make women feel low about their bodies, their feminine identity, and their self-worth. PCOS patients are treated physically and emotionally. Here, in this...
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in a female reproductive system or uterus. In few cases, these tumors are gentle in nature but sometimes they develop in size and affect the healthy lives of people. Approximately 30-50 % of women, who have reached their...
