What is an estradiol or E2 test?
What is an estradiol or E2 test? E2 test Stands for Estradiol Test. It is a blood test used to measure the amount of estradiol (E2) in your blood. Estradiol is a type of estrogen hormone. It plays a vital role in the development of the female reproductive system, including the uterus, fallopian tubes, vagina, […]
Zika Virus in Pregnancy
Zika virus in pregnancy This infection in pregnancy cause congenital zika syndrome that include brain abnormalities including microcephaly.Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, is the primary vector for transmission.After an infected mosquito bites a human, the first symptoms can develop in 3 to 12 days Sign and symptomsFeverRashItchingArthritisHeadache/athralgiaBody painConjunctivitisLower back painRetro orbital pain Travelers to areas with risk […]
Single Umbilical Artery
Single umbilical arteryThe umbilical cord forms between 13 and 38 days after conception and normally serves as the conduit for two umbilical arteries and one umbilical vein. The normal umbilical cord contains 2 arteries and 1 vein (there vessel cord ) single umbilical artery is characterized by the absence of either the left- or right […]
Benefits of Drinking Water During Pregnancy
Hydration is essential in any stage of our life and all the more so during the pregnancy as water is a key element in the foetal developmentDehydration during pregnancy can also cause other symptoms such as headaches, nausea, cramps, oedema and dizziness. It’s especially important to stay hydrated in the last trimester, when dehydration can […]
Hydronephrosis
Hydronephrosis Incidence 1-5/500 new borns It’s a ultrasound diagnosis –dilatation of the collecting system of the kidney. The risk of chromosomal anomalies is low as 1-3% In the first two years of life, spontaneous regression in approximately 40%-50% of cases and need for surgery in 20-30% of cases, according to the grade of hydronephrosis present […]
Supplementary Feeding What to Give at the Right Time
Supplementary feeding for the baby Quantity of food 6- 7 months: 50-75 ml or gram on each occasionCereals like Idli, brown rice or white rice, kichdi, sooji (rava) ,Fortified cereals like Cerelac and Nestum (rice) as well Can also be usedProteins like Dhal (Toor dhal, Moong dhal water initially then whole dhal), RaagiPulses like green […]
What is a Follicular Study
Follicular study or follicular monitoringA female reproductive tract consists of several organs such as the ovaries, uterus, fallopian tubes, cervix, and vaginal canal. The ovaries are two almond-shaped structures that produce and store eggs and secrete hormones. Inside the ovaries, there are thousands of ovarian follicles, which are small sacs containing fluids and immature eggs […]
All About Pap Smear
What Do Squamous Metaplastic or Endocervical Cells on a Pap Smear Indicate?What are squamous metaplastic cells? Squamous cells are types of cells found in various tissues throughout your body, including:● your skin● the outer surface of the cervix (ectocervix)● the linings of your organs When changes occur within these thin, flat-shaped cells, they may be […]
Common Signs and Symptoms
What are some less common signs of early pregnancy?There are some additional signs of early pregnancy that aren’t as common. Just like with the most common symptoms, these signs of pregnancy may or may not happen. It’s important to remember that everyone is different and experiences signs of pregnancy differently. Less common signs of early […]
Summer Care
Pregnancy and summer● Dizziness, nausea, dry lips and mouth, less urine or yellow colored urine and overheating due to the hot weather all signal that you are dehydrated.● Summer heat tends to cause dehydration Wear comfortable clothing✔ Wear comfortable, loose fitting breathable clothing so you won’t sweat; this will keep you cooler and help prevent […]
