Benign tumors or growth of the genitalia- vulva and vagina
Benign or malignant neoplasms of the vagina are uncommon. The frequency of benign lesions ranges from rare to very rare. Neoplasms that may develop in other locations within the genital tract may also be found in the vagina. Most vaginal tumors produce no symptoms until significant size is reached. Symptoms and signs may include a …
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Gynecology conditions and Gynecology consultation in COVID times for patients in South Delhi
The impact of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is catastrophic, with the cumulative number of confirmed worldwide cases reaching 1,610,909 by April 11, 2020. Despite the necessary reassignment of many healthcare resources to the care of patients with COVID-19, gynecologic patients must still receive a diagnosis and be treated. Therefore, guidelines for the …
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Dermoid cyst of the ovary
A dermoid cyst (also called as “mature teratoma”) is a sac-like growth that may be present at birth. It contains structures such as hair, fluid, teeth or skin glands that can be found on or in the skin. In some cases, especially when in the ovary, it also contains thyroid or brain tissue. Ovarian dermoid …
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Big and plenty of fibroids
Uterine fibroids are tumors that grow in a woman’s womb (uterus). These growths are typically not cancerous (benign) Causes Uterine fibroids are common. As many as one in five women may have fibroids during their childbearing years. Half of all women have fibroids by age 50. Fibroids are rare in women under age 20. They …
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Antenatal care or pregnancy care in the COVID pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has everyone anxious and in fear. If you are pregnant, undoubtedly you have a lot of queries about whether coronavirus poses a threat to you and your baby. The answers are not crystal clear yet, due to the evolving nature of the disease. Knowledge from past epidemics due to similar respiratory illnesses …
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Safe medical abortion in early pregnancy for unwanted pregnancy
Medical abortion, also known as non-surgical abortion, is one way to terminate an early pregnancy using medications. Medical abortion is provided by trained health care providers in private office settings, family planning clinics and hospitals. A medical abortion can be performed from the time a woman suspects and confirms she is pregnant up until nine …
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Fibroids – Do’s and don’ts
What Are Fibroids? Fibroids, or leiomyomata (myomas), are common noncancerous growths that usually occur in or on the muscle walls of the uterus. One cell divides repeatedly and grows into a firm, rubbery mass separate from the rest of the uterine wall. Almost half of women older than 50 have these growths. They’re more common …
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Fibroids surgery -laparoscopy / key hole surgery versus open myomectomy
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that grow in the wall of the uterus. When fibroids cause heavy bleeding or painful symptoms, and other treatments are ineffective, a doctor may recommend surgery. Fibroids are common, but it is challenging for doctors to determine what percentage of people have them, as not everyone experiences symptoms. According to …
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Miscarriage or heavy bleeding in early pregnancy
What should you know about vaginal bleeding during pregnancy? Vaginal bleeding or spotting during the first trimester of pregnancy is relatively common. Some amount of light bleeding or spotting during pregnancy occurs in about 20% of pregnancies, and most of these women go on to have a healthy pregnancy. What is implantation bleeding? Implantation bleeding …
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Post menopausal bleeding and evaluation
Menopause occurs when a woman has not had her menstrual period for a year. This occurrence is the result of a natural decline in hormones that a woman will experience usually in her 40s or 50s. When a woman has gone through menopause, she normally does not expect to have any further bleeding. However, women …
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