FAQs

The conditions treated by obstetrician and gynaecologist are:
• Chronic pelvic pain
• Female sexuality issues
• Fibroids
• Fistulas
• Ovarian cysts
• Vulvodynia
• Urinary tract infections
• Immunizations and injections
• Pelvic examination
• Breast examination
• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Pediatric and adolescent gynecology
• Menstruation problems
• Pelvic floor issues
• Contraception
• Gynecological cancers and screening
• Tests and surgical procedures such as myomectomy, cystectomy, hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, etc.

A pregnancy is divided into three trimesters:
• First trimester: From week 1 to the end of week 14
• Second trimester: From week 14 to the end of week 28
• Third trimester: From week 28 to the end of the pregnancy

The first trimester is very delicate and there are a few precautions you need to be aware of:
• Check before taking any over-the-counter medicines
• If you smoke, quit smoking
• Avoid alcohol
• Cut down on caffeine
• Get plenty of rest
• Eat a well-balanced and healthy diet
• Avoid eating sugar
• Avoid excessive heat

Morning sickness is nausea and vomiting that occurs during pregnancy. Despite its name and time, it can occur at any time of the day or night.

When do I get to hear the heartbeat of my baby for the first time?
Your baby’s heartbeat can be heard starting at about week 8, but is best heard at your 12 week prenatal visit.
My feet are swollen, is this normal?
Mild swelling of the ankles and legs is related to the normal and necessary increase in body fluids during pregnancy. To ease the discomfort, elevate your legs or lie down when you can, wear comfortable shoes, and avoid elastic-top socks or stockings.

If you are planning to get pregnant or have been trying for some time here are some tips which will help you prepare your body and mind for bringing a life into the world.
• Remove all unhealthy food from your diet and add healthy foods.
• Have probiotics for a few months pre-pregnancy.
• Have warm foods like lentil soup, stir-fried veggies and brown rice.
• Do yoga that will open, nourish and relax reproductive organs.
• Manage your stress by practising yoga, meditate, sleep, and exercise.
• Add fertility food such as yams, eggs, almonds, salmon, leafy greens to your diet.

If you experience any of the below symptoms, then consult your gynaecologist immediately:
• One-sided abdominal pain with or without bleeding
• Severe headaches
• Shortness of breath
• Leg cramps
• Constant itching
• Decreased fetal movement
• Heavy bleeding

Unless you have been identified with any complications, it is perfectly safe to travel during pregnancy. Most women find the second trimester the most ideal time to travel as you are done with the morning sickness of the first trimester and won’t get as easily tired as one does in their third trimester. Indian airline carriers allow women to travel up to 32 weeks of their pregnancy.

The objectives of treatment of pre-eclampsia are to stabilize the increased blood pressure and prevent eclampsia. Depending on your healthcare provider, you may be asked to be admittedbased on your health status. If you are showing signs toward the end your pregnancy, then delivery is the best course of action for the health of the baby and mother. However, if the delivery is too risky to the health of the baby, your doctor may prescribe absolute bed rest, anti-hypertensives, anti-convulsants and corticosteroids(These may also be given prior to delivery to help develop the baby’s lungs)