Frequently Asked Question

At what age should I have my first Gynecology exam?

Unless there is a medical problem, you should have your first pelvic exam around the age of 21 years or sooner if you begin sexual activity.

How do I know what is expected during pregnancy?

The changes of pregnancy are numerous and every woman has different experiences. It is recommended that any concerns or questions are discussed at your visits. It is helpful to make a list before each visit.

Is it safe to have sex during pregnancy?

For most women, there is no medical reason not to have sex during pregnancy. Unless your pregnancy is classified as high risk or if there are other safety concerns, you and your partner can have sex without fear of harming your baby.

At what age am I likely to become menopausal?

The average age of menopause is 50 to 51 years of age, but in some women it could happen earlier or later. If it happens before the age of 40, it is called "premature menopause". Menopause is a natural process that results from normal ageing of the ovaries.

What Is Menopause, And What Kind Of Symptoms Can I Anticipate?

Menopause is the time in a woman's life when her menstrual periods lessen in frequency or stop entirely, and the ovaries begin to produce smaller amounts of three hormones- estrogen, androgen, and progesterone. The average age when an American woman experiences the beginning of menopause is around 51 years old, and most women can expect their menopause to begin around the same time that her mother's began. An early-stage menopausal woman may experience hot flashes, as well as night sweats, vaginal dryness, and possibly the onset of osteoporosis.

Missed My Period But The Pregnancy Test Is Negative. What Should I Do?

Women who miss a period but find their pregnancy test result to be negative should cautiously monitor the situation, as sometimes something as simple as an increase in stress can cause a woman to miss her period. However, if the same thing happens during the next cycle, you should contact your physician immediately to schedule an appointment; you may need to change your birth control.

I Am Experiencing Vaginal Discharge And Some Vaginal Itching. Could I Have An Infection?

It's very common for most women to have some vaginal discharge, which may occur more or less at different times of the month, depending on the individual. However, it is important to note whether or not the vaginal discharge has a foul odor to it, as this may indicate a bacterial infection. Vaginal itching accompanied by a thick, white discharge could potentially indicate a yeast infection. It is advisable to seek out a gynecologist for a simple exam to confirm the diagnosis and for swift and effective treatment, as abnormal vaginal discharge can usually be treated with medication.

What Are Some Suggestions For Dealing With Morning Sickness?

Some recommendations for easing morning sickness includes:

- Get out of bed slowly in the morning, and try to avoid sudden or jolty movements
- Eat several small meals during the day so your stomach doesn't remain empty for long
- Avoid fried, greasy, and spicy foods
- Drink soups and other liquids between meals
- Eat a piece of bread or a few crackers before you get out of bed in the morning, or whenever you feel nauseous.
- Have some juice, milk, yogurt, or cottage cheese before you go to bed or before you wake up.
- Ginger candy or tea can help nausea.
- Vitamin B supplements can also help relieve nausea

What exercise is recommended in pregnancy?

Exercise can help strengthen muscles and lessen some of the discomforts of pregnancy. It may give you more energy and make you feel better.

The type of exercise you can do during pregnancy depends on your health and how active you were before you became pregnant. This is not a good time to take up a new, hard sport. If you were active before, you can continue to be within reason.

Is hysteroscopy a major surgical process?

Yes, it is. Necessary care is taken to avoid complications due to anesthetic problems and overloading of fluids. The diagnostic hysteroscopy is generally performed in outdoor department of hospitals.

What is the situation after the laparoscopic surgery?

The patient may have nominal discomfort feeling in the abdomen area after the laparoscopic surgery, which minimizes with a day or two. Normally, patients begin to receive the food on the same day as soon as the effect of anesthesia is over. The patient is substantially briefed about the process of care of surgical wounds and the date of reporting to the hospital for the removal of stitches. The recovery time is different for different patients. However, it is necessary to comply with the advice of the surgeon regarding physical activities, resting and joining the professional job.

What are the effects of antibiotic use on birth control pills?

Some antibiotics and certain other medications have the potential to reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Some antibiotics slightly reduce the amount of hormones absorbed by the system.

Among the suspect antibiotics are those in the penicillin family, including penicillin, amoxicillin, and ampicillin; tetracycline, and related drugs such as doxycycline and erythromycin. Some epilepsy drugs, tranquilizers, barbiturates, anti-inflammatories, and laxatives may also reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives. The same effect may also occur if you have an intestinal illness that causes diarrhea or vomiting.