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Dr Rana Choudhary works at T.N.M.C & B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai and holds five years of experience in obstetrics & gynecology. She is also an honorary consultant obstetrician, gynecologist and reproductive medicine specialist at Wockhardt and various other hospitals in Mumbai. Previously, she worked as a clinical associate at P. D. Hinduja National Hospital & MRC, after completing her Masters in Reproductive Medicine & IVF from Homerton University Hospital, NHS, London and Diploma in ART and Reproductive Medicine from Kiel University, Germany.An active academician, Dr. Choudhary has been a research officer and consultant at the National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (NIRRH), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), and various WHO projects. In addition, she is a Certified Personal Counselor, and a Fellow of Dr. C. S. Dawn Indian College of Maternal and Child Health and Indian College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
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Motion sickness or travel sickness refers to the queasiness or dizziness associated with traveling by train, car (car sickness), boat (sea sickness), or plane (air sickness). This pregnancy sickness may be caused due to the hormonal changes that occur during this period. And for those who generally encounter motion sickness, pregnancy may aggravate the condition. Keep reading this post as we tell you the causes, risk factors, symptoms, and diagnosis of motion sickness in pregnant women. We also share some tips to prevent or alleviate unease. [mj-toc] What Causes Motion Sickness During Pregnancy? [caption id="attachment_884109" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: iStock[/caption] You are likely to have motion sickness when you travel long distances. Also, it may be aggravated by various other factors during pregnancy. like some food, any particular smell etc. Conflicting signals sent by your senses: Your brain senses movements with the help of signals sent by different parts of the body—your eyes, inner ears, muscles, and joints. During travel, it...
Postpartum rectal bleeding usually occurs due to hemorrhoids, especially common in women who have undergone a vaginal delivery rather than a cesarean delivery. Hemorrhoids or piles are referred to the inflamed or swollen veins in the areas surrounding the rectum that cause bleeding and discomfort. Some common symptoms of this condition include itching in the rectal area, pain during bowel movements accompanied by bleeding and swelling around the anal region (1). Since rectal bleeding may sometimes be confused with vaginal bleeding, it is important to be aware of this condition. Although this is a common condition, it is advised to consult your doctor and seek medical care. Read on to know more about rectal bleeding after delivery, its symptoms, treatment, and preventative methods. [mj-toc] Causes Of Postpartum Rectal Bleeding The possible causes of rectal bleeding after delivery include. Hemorrhoids (swollen veins in the rectum and anus): Hemorrhoids are common during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester and first few weeks...
Skin darkening during pregnancy is a commonly observed phenomenon. Also known as hyperpigmentation, skin darkening occurs in the form of patches or patterns on the skin. Some common places where you might notice these patches include the linea nigra (a dark line moving across the belly), melasma (patches on the face), and the darkening of the areola (1). These marks are more prominent in those with dark-colored skin. This condition may also lead to the darkening of birthmarks, freckles, or scars during pregnancy. Read on to know more about the causes, treatment, and prevention of skin darkening during pregnancy. [mj-toc] What Causes Skin Darkening During Pregnancy? The exact cause of skin darkening or skin discoloration in pregnancy is not entirely known. It is often attributed to increased levels of certain hormones during pregnancy such as [simple_tooltip text="estrogen" tooltip="A sex hormone produced by the body that facilitates sexual and reproductive development" ], [simple_tooltip text="progesterone" tooltip="An endogenous steroid sex hormone that regulates...
The female reproductive system is responsible for producing gametes called ovum or egg (1). Various organ systems in the human body carry different functions. The reproductive system consists of organs responsible for reproduction, which is a physiological process of producing offspring. Human reproduction is sexual reproduction, meaning male and female gametes are required to produce offspring. Read on to learn more about the anatomy, functions, and interesting facts about the female reproductive system. [mj-toc]Parts Of The Female Reproductive System The female reproductive system or sexual organs can be divided into external parts (parts outside the body) and internal parts (parts inside the body) (2). [caption id="attachment_670579" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Below are the external parts of the female reproductive system and their functions (3). [caption id="attachment_669493" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Vulva is the term for the collective external parts of the female reproductive system. The parts found in the vulva include the mons pubis, the labia, clitoris, and glands, such...