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Beyond cervical cancer: 5 diseases the HPV vaccine can actually prevent
Ask most people what the HPV vaccine is for, and the answer will almost always be the same: cervical cancer. It is not a wrong answer — but it is an incomplete one, and doctors say this narrow understanding is quietly costing lives. Human papillomavirus is not a women's health issue confined to one organ. It is a common virus that moves silently between people, and its consequences reach far wider than most patients, and even some clinicians in general conversation, tend to acknowledge.
What is 'endo belly'? How endometriosis causes sudden abdominal swelling
For many women living with endometriosis, it’s the one symptom that arrives without warning and refuses to be reasoned along with the stomach that seems to inflate within hours, turning a perfectly ordinary morning into an afternoon spent in loose clothing and quiet discomfort. This is what patients and clinicians alike have come to call "endo belly," and though it sounds like an informal turn of phrase, the experience behind it is very real, often painful, and frequently misunderstood.
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PCOD To Fibroids: Increased Prevalence Of Reproductive Disorders In Women
PCOD and fibroids both have psychological consequences and impair quality of life AI-Generated Image Reproductive disorders like PCOD and fibroids are increasingly common in women of reproductive age PCOD involves insulin resistance causing hormonal imbalances and risks like diabetes and heart disease Uterine fibroids depend on estrogen and progesterone and may cause heavy bleeding and fertility issues Reproductive disorders like PCOD/PCOS and uterine fibroids are now becoming increasingly...
Feeling Short of Breath During Pregnancy? Here's Why and How to Cope
As the third trimester progresses, carrying out simple activities like making the bed, talking while walking, or even climbing stairs can leave you short of breath. Mild breathlessness during pregnancy is common and nothing to fret about. Shortness of breath during pregnancy occurs in 60% to 70% of healthy pregnant women. It is a normal physiological response to pregnancy. By week 29, the foetus grows rapidly. The accumulation of fat and muscles strengthens to prepare for life outside the womb.
How to Choose the Right Nursing Bra: A Complete Indian Guide for Comfort and Support
During pregnancy and after childbirth, your body goes through many changes. One of these is often a change in your bust size and shape. A good nursing bra is not a luxury but a necessity that brings comfort, ease, and confidence. Choosing the right nursing bra is about more than just size. It helps support your body as it changes and makes breastfeeding easier. In India’s warm climate and busy lifestyle, a breathable, comfortable, and easy-to-use bra can simplify daily life.
क्या टीके गर्भ में पल रहे बच्चे को नुकसान पहुँचा सकते हैं? - डॉ अरुणा कालरा | Can vaccines harm the baby growing in the womb? – Dr Aruna Kalra
यह सवाल बहुत सी गर्भवती महिलाओं के मन में आता है “क्या वैक्सीन लेने से मेरे बच्चे को कोई नुकसान तो नहीं होगा?” गर्भावस्था वैसे भी एक बहुत संवेदनशील समय होता है। ऐसे में यह स्वाभाविक है कि हर चीज़ के बारे में सोच-समझकर फैसला लिया जाए, खासकर जो शरीर में जा रही हो। लेकिन अच्छी खबर यह है कि वैज्ञानिक शोध और दुनियाभर के अनुभव बताते हैं कि ज़्यादातर टीके जो गर्भवती महिलाओं को सुझाए जाते हैं, पूरी तरह सुरक्षित हैं और बच्चे को कोई हानि नहीं पहुँचाते। बल्कि, ये माँ और बच्चे दोनों को गंभीर और रोकी जा...
Isthmocele and Fertility: Understanding the Link and Ways to Manage It Original
If you've had a caesarean delivery, you might have heard the term isthmocele. It means a small pouch that can form where the caesarean scar is on the uterus. This happens when the uterine wall fails to fully heal after surgery. Many people with an isthmocele don't notice any symptoms. For some, though, it can cause issues like irregular bleeding, pelvic pain, or sometimes fertility problems. Learning how it affects reproductive health is the first step to managing it well. How Does Isthmocele Form?
How Breathing Techniques Help During Slow Labour Progress
You may think that things move quickly when your labour begins. At least this is how it is shown in the movies, but this is not the reality for many individuals. Often labour progresses slowly. It means your cervix dilates to allow your baby to move down the birth canal at a slower pace. It’s normal to feel discouraged when your labour is not progressing fast enough to deliver the baby. However, you don’t have to worry as it doesn’t signal a problem.
Your Baby Is Practising Breathing Movements in Week 24
You’re just one step away from entering the final big trimester. As an expecting mother, have you ever wondered what happens inside your body in each trimester? For 9 months, you and your foetus go through amazing changes and growth. And each month, babies grow and achieve major milestones, preparing to see the world. By week 24, that major milestone is babies get ready to breathe. No, babies don’t really breathe inside the womb, as your uterus is filled with amniotic fluid.
How TTTS Affects Pregnancy and the Treatment Options Available
What Is Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS)? TTTS is a rare complication that happens only in identical twin pregnancies. These twins usually share one placenta but have separate amniotic sacs. These twins are called monochorionic diamniotic twins. Tiny blood vessels connect their blood supplies. If the blood supply between the twins is not shared evenly, TTTS can develop.In this condition, one twin, called the donor, gets less blood. On the other hand, the recipient twin gets too much.
You're Not Pregnant Yet: The Funny Truth About Week 1
The 1st week of pregnancy is confusing because technically, you’re not pregnant yet. Your body is still on its regular cycle, hormones are adjusting, and nothing feels different. No symptoms, no cravings, no morning sickness. You might even wonder why anyone counts this as the start of pregnancy. But this week matters. Your body is quietly getting ready for what comes next. It’s preparing the lining of your uterus and balancing hormones so that when conception does happen, everything is in place.
Strengthen Your Core Safely in Pregnancy with This Easy Ab Routine
Pregnancy brings so many beautiful changes. As your baby grows, your core—the abs, pelvic floor, and back—works hard to support you. By gently strengthening these muscles, you can add comfort, improve posture, and even prepare for delivery. The great news? You can train your core with confidence by following a gentle, thoughtful routine. Why Strengthening the Core Matters Your core is more than just the belly area.
Why Carrying Low vs. Carrying High Happens in Pregnancy
Conception brings many changes to prepare the body for pregnancy, and one of the most visible changes is the shape and position of the baby bump. People may make comments linking the bump’s appearance to the baby’s gender, which can sound amusing. In reality, the way a person carries a bump is influenced far more by muscle tone, body type, and the stage of pregnancy than by the baby’s gender. What Does “Carrying High” and “Carrying Low” Mean?
The Connection Between Joint Flexibility and Pregnancy Aches
Pregnancy is an incredible and unique journey, but it can place significant strain on your body. Have you been feeling more tired than usual? Perhaps you’ve noticed backaches, swollen feet, or looser joints, and even simple movements feel uncomfortable. By learning how your body naturally adjusts, you can ease these discomforts and feel more at ease throughout this special time. Why Do Joints Become More Flexible During Pregnancy? Your body creates a hormone called relaxin while you are pregnant.
Why Our Grandmothers Believed in Oil Baths Before Conception
When it comes to conception, you often hear advice about eating well, exercising, and managing stress. But if you ask your grandmother, she may tell you something different: “Have a regular oil bath before trying for a baby.”On the face of it, it might appear to be another stereotypical practice. However, as you go further, you will see that not only cultural wisdom, but also health is grounded in this advice.
Can Probiotics Help Prevent Cervical Cancer? How Good Bacteria Support Vaginal and Reproductive Health
Probiotics for Women's Health: Exploring the Link Between Vaginal Microbiome and Cervical Cancer Prevention. World Cancer Day 2025: Cervical cancer, caused mainly by persistent infection with high-risk strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), is still a major health concern for women all over the world. Recent research findings indicate that the vaginal microbiome, which are the community of bacteria and microorganisms residing in the vaginal area, could be crucial in preventing cervical cancer.
Stop normalising female subjugation
These experiences contribute to a belief that girls are vulnerable, insecure, unloved, and undervalued. This undermines their confidence and shapes a view that only a male child can offer a more secure and respected life. Cultural & societal pressures In many parts of India, the preference for male children is deeply ingrained in cultural norms. Sons are viewed as carriers of the family name and caretakers in old age, while daughters are often seen as financial burdens.
A Doctor's Revelation, 'I Want A Boy' Brings To Light India's Ongoing Obsession With Male Children
A transitioning journey from being a victim as well as a witness to sex-selection procedures to becoming a vocal advocate against them, Dr. Aruna Kalra a leading obstetrician and gynecologist unveils an impactful book I Want a Boy, highlighting India's strong and ongoing obsession with male children exploring the pressures and sacrifices women face to fulfill this desire.
Life after breast cancer: An expert talks about what to expect and how to manage
Published on:23 October 2021, 19:11pm IST A brush with breast cancer and its treatment can bring major changes to your life - be it to your body or mind. Read on to find out more! Dr Aruna Kalra 108 Likes October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Image courtesy: Shutterstock Listen to this article Life after breast cancer means making new choices along with returning to some familiar things. Breast cancer and its treatments can bring some changes to your body as well as your appearance.
Know How Breastfeeding Helps in Post Pregnancy Weight loss
Breastfeeding offers numerous benefits to the new moms – one out of them being the potential to lose weight faster post childbirth. The time needed to shed out those extra kilos after delivery vary from woman to woman. Typically, breastfeeding burns 500-700 calories a day but in order to lose weight while breastfeeding, it is very important to consult your doctor and take recommendations for the number of calories you need to consume daily.
The Hormonal Hiccup: Here are some commonly asked questions about PCOS and infertility
PCOS Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder. Women can get PCOS during their childbearing years, between ages 15 and 45. The disorder affects a woman’s ovaries. Ovaries, being the reproductive organs, produce hormones, namely estrogen and progesterone, and regulate the menstrual cycle. The ovaries form an egg every month, symbolising a healthy menstrual cycle but in the case of PCOS, the eggs may not develop as they should.
Mother's Day 2021: 5 Health Tips For Expecting Mothers Amidst The Pandemic
Mother's Day 2021: Eat a nutritious diet for healthy development of the baby Highlights Pregnant women must eat a healthy diet Eat a well balanced meal for optimum nutrition Stay active for a healthy pregnancy Motherhood is one of the most beautiful experiences for a woman. It is a life-changing process that comes with its own set of challenges. During the ongoing pandemic, expecting mothers might be worried about the health and safety of the baby. This can increase stress among pregnant women.
This International Women’s Day, Women Should Promise Some Vows About Her Health To Herself
Health is a common concern these days. With the 24/7 COVID-19 threat over the head, a healthy lifestyle, today, holds utmost importance. ‘Health is Wealth’ – we have been using this phrase since ages to recall and to remember all the time that health has to be the first priority of a person. But many people, mostly women, tend to overlook this fact very easily while worrying about and taking good care of their husbands, children and family.
Uterine Fibroids: Here's All You Need To Know About The Treatment Of This Condition
Home » Women's Health » Uterine Fibroids: Here's All You Need To Know About The Treatment Of This Condition Uterine fibroids are of different sizes- from the size of a pea to that of an orange. These fibroids are neither cancerous nor do they increase the risk of a uterine cancer. However, uterine fibroids can significantly affect the quality of life.
Unlearn these myths around c-section, and know the truth behind it
Published on:7 December 2020, 11:23am IST There are a lot of misconceptions around a c-section delivery, but fret not, because an expert is here to bust all the myths for you! Dr Aruna Kalra 65 Likes Know the truth behind myths about c-section deliveries. Image courtesy: Shutterstock C- section or cesarean section is a surgical method of delivering a baby.
Premature Menopause: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment And More
Home » Women's Health » Premature Menopause: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment And More Premature menopause is a condition in which a woman experiences menopause at an early age. Read here to know from the expert what are the complications of premature menopause. Also know its symptoms, causes and treatment.
World Diabetes day: Everything that you need to know about gestational diabetes when you are pregnant
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus can affect the baby’s health, and raise the risk of type 2 diabetes later in life. Gestational diabetes is an illness in which the blood sugar levels rise during pregnancy. It is a type of diabetes that is primarily seen in a pregnant woman with no diabetes history before pregnancy. The test for gestational diabetes is conducted between 24 and 28 weeks of pregnancy.
What Is Ovulation? How To Calculate Your Most Fertile Days
A woman is more likely to conceive during ovulation Ovulation means the release of egg or the mature follicle from the ovary into the fallopian tube. It happens every month, typically about 13-15 days before the start of each period. A woman is most fertile around the time of ovulation. But the time of ovulation may vary from woman to woman in accordance to their menstrual cycle. It is useful to know when the ovulation is most likely to occur as a woman is more likely to conceive during that time.
Know What Your Period Reveals About Your Health
A menstrual cycle reveals a lot about a woman's health A menstrual cycle reveals a lot about a woman's health. Her menstrual cycle is considered to be an important sign in order to know about her well-being. So, it is very important for women to keep a check on their cycles and track them regularly. Let's know about the difference between a healthy menstrual cycle and an unhealthy menstrual cycle and the reasons behind them being unhealthy.
Pregnancy During COVID-19: Required Tests, Symptoms Of Labour And Tips To Stay Safe
Pregnancy During COVID-19: Tips To have a healthy pregnancy With the rising number of coronavirus cases all over the world, it has created a stressful situation for all. Pregnant women are more worried as they have no idea what is to come regarding this virus pandemic. In this nerve-wrecking situation, pregnant ladies should keep themselves in complete isolation. Social distancing is the one and only solution which is known effective to keep the baby and mother safe from this deadly virus.
Understanding contraception: Proactive approach vs fatalistic mindset
Adopt safer method of contraception rather than leaving it to destiny https://mybs.in/2YL1YiJ Contraception (birth control) is a method or device used to protect both your sexual health and that of your partner. A range of devices and treatments are available for both men and women that can help prevent pregnancy. How well a method works often depends on how carefully it is used.
Nothing to be SAD about
Winter can be a difficult and annoying time of the year bringing out an entirely different side of you. When you are feeling disheartened or depressed in a seasonal pattern, usually during winter, it is described as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or winter blues. Less sunlight and chill in temperature drives your spirit low, making you depressed. Sunlight plays an integral role in combating seasonal depression due to decrease in the production of serotonin and melatonin in the body.
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