OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY

Vaginal Secration

It's a small amount of clear fluid or mucus secreted by glands in cervix and vagina. It’s completely normal and helpful fluid that keeps the vagina clean and moist, and protects it from infection.

If you have: Prominent increase or decrease the amount of fluid, Changes in the colour of discharge, Changes in the smell of discharge, Changes in consistency of discharge, Bloody discharge other than period, you can speak to your doctor.

Infectious causes: Vaginal infections (bacteria- which has a fishy smell, yeast- which has a cotton-cheese like consistency, parasites- which causes green, yellow or grey coloured discharge) Some STDs, Vaginitis, irritation in the vagina Non-infectious cause of abnormal discharge Antibiotics, steroids, birth control pills Menstrual cycle Pregnancy Menopause (drying)

Keeping the vagina clean is simple. You should avoid things can change the normal vaginal flora which can lead to vaginal infection: Avoid vaginal douching. Avoid contact with scented soaps, scented hygiene wipes, coloured or perfumed toilet paper Wipe from front to back not to cause bacteria from getting into vagina.

Genital Herpes

Genital herpes is usually sexually transmitted disease that can cause small blisters on the genitals, anus, thighs or bottom.

Genital herpes can cause pain, itching and sores in your genital area besides blisters.

Women are more likely to have genital herpes than are men. Those who have multiple sexual partners are also at higher risk.

You or your partner should use a latex condom during sexual contact. Avoid intercourse if either partner has an outbreak of herpes in the genital area or anywhere else.

Pregrancy Follow Up

A pregnancy follow-up is an appointment with an obstetrician-gynaecologist or pre-natal care specialist to check on the condition of the pregnant woman and her growing foetus. This starts after a patient’s pregnancy is confirmed and is performed on a monthly basis. The procedure involves a physical examination of the pregnant women and monitoring of the foetus’ growth. These visits play an important role in ensuring that the patient and her baby are safe from risks and complications all throughout the pregnancy.

Ovarian Cysts & PCOS

The most significant difference between the two conditions is that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) results in a substantial hormonal imbalance, which is not generally the case with ovarian cysts. It is also possible for women to have multiple ovarian cysts without suffering from PCOS.

Ovarian cysts and PCOS can be identified during an ultrasound scan also blood test.

PCOS may be passed on genetically in families. It's common for sisters or a mother and daughter to have PCOS. Obesity can also increase insulin levels and make PCOS symptoms worse.

Most common symptoms are missed periods or irregular periods , excess body hair, including the chest, stomach, and back and Infertility.

Premenapause & Menapause

Menopause marks the time when a woman can no longer have ovarian activity. As a result, there will be a cease in menstruation and there will be no chance of pregnancy.

Irregular menstrual cycles, A cease in the menstrual cycle, symptoms such as, hot flashes, poor sleep, night sweats, weight gain, poor libido, vaginal dryness.

Until you’ve gone a full 12 months without a cycle and reached menopause, you’re still in perimenopause and can get pregnant.

Perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause.
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