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By Neha Goel September 14, 2021 Blog , , ,

How to Know If Your IUD is Out of Place: Signs and Symptoms

How to Know If Your IUD is Out of Place: Signs and Symptoms

IUD, or intrauterine device, is a birth control device shaped like a ‘T’. It is either made with plastic or copper and medically inserted into the womb by a trained medical professional. IUDs usually stay functional for 10 to 15 years and can be reversed at any time with the help of an obstetrician or a gynaecologist.

While it is uncommon, the IUD can get out of its place. It is important to get medically checked at the earliest if you feel like your IUD has been misplaced. The misplacement of the IUD can cause a lot of trouble if it is not treated. Hence, you should not ignore the IUD out of place symptoms.

Before we discuss the IUD Displacement in detail, let’s talk about how it functions. This will help you better understand displacement and steps you can take to prevent it.

 

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By Neha Goel August 31, 2021 Blog

PCOS Diet Plan: What Foods to Eat and Avoid on PCOS [Infographic]

What Foods to Eat and Avoid on PCOS

As a hormonal disorder that is quite common among women of reproductive age, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can cause irregular periods or prolonged periods due to the presence of excess male hormones (androgens). This makes it harder for the ovaries to release mature eggs, impacting the ovulation process. Plus, the collection of follicles in the ovaries might turn into cysts.

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By Neha Goel August 25, 2021 Blog , ,

IUD & Periods: How Does an Intrauterine Device Affect Periods?

How Does an Intrauterine Device Affect Periods?

One of the effective birth control methods, Intrauterine Device (IUD) can last up to 10 years depending on the type of IUD you use. As a tiny device, it is easy to insert into the uterus and does not involve any complicated procedure.

Choosing a suitable IUD majorly depends on your period flow, and the two types of IUDs available are – hormonal IUD and copper IUD. Both IUDs have different effects on your periods. For instance, bleeding with Mirena coil is lighter while copper coil bleeding tends to be heavier.

We offer private coil insertion and removal services in London. For this read, let’s look at IUDs and periods i.e. how different IUDs affect your periods.

 

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By Neha Goel July 8, 2021 Blog ,

10 Important Symptoms That Women Should Never Ignore Says Gynaecologist

10 Important Symptoms That Women Should Never Ignore Says Gynaecologist

Most women tend to ignore their health, which causes health issues in the long run. As a woman, you take care of your family, work, and home, and it is equally important to place yourself on the health pedestal first.

You might ignore signs like vaginal discharge or fatigue. But if ignored for too long, it can cause dire consequences. You should keep a tab on your health and get your check-up done after every three months as that is the right way to stay healthy. There are many symptoms that a woman ignores. However, while some may be mild and go away with time, some may be red flags that you should never ignore.

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By Neha Goel July 8, 2021 Blog , ,

What You Need to Know About Dyspareunia (Painful Intercourse): Causes and Treatments

What You Need to Know About Dyspareunia (Painful Intercourse): Causes and Treatments

Dyspareunia is a recurrent pain that can happen during sexual intercourse. You can experience pain in the genital area or near the pelvis. The pain can be sharp for some, and most others experience mild pain. It may occur before you start with the intercourse or during the act, which can be uncomfortable for you and your partner. Causes may vary and lead to relationship issues in the future.

 

 

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By Neha Goel June 9, 2021 Blog , , , ,

PCOS And It’s Impact On Fertility: Treatment & Outcome

Treatment & Outcome

A polycystic ovarian syndrome is a condition wherein the ovaries don’t release an egg at the end of the menstrual cycle. It is linked to the hormonal imbalance in the body and has become a common condition affecting one in every five women. If you have PCOS, your ovaries may be slightly larger than normal in size and may have a large number of mostly harmless follicles. Most women face infertility due to PCOS, which can make getting pregnant difficult.

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By Neha Goel May 9, 2021 Blog , ,

Why Should You Have An Early Reassurance Scan

Early Reassurance Scan

Pregnancy is a blissful time in a woman’s life. But sadly, not all pregnancies are safe or problem-free. Pandemic has also contributed to anxiety, and as a result, most women are not able to enjoy the process.

Early pregnancy can be an exciting time for some and nerve-racking for others. A new mom may experience pregnancy complications and get apprehensive about the process. At times, it is natural to feel worried about the pregnancy and health of your unborn child. And that is the reason why most women prefer to have an early pregnancy check (reassurance pregnancy scan).

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By Neha Goel March 9, 2021 Blog ,

What Causes Vaginal Swelling and How Is It Treated?

Causes Vaginal Swelling

For some women, the vagina is the most ignored part of the body and only in the case of an infection do they really start taking care of it. You must have read about vaginal health and its implications on the body. If you don’t take proper care, the chances of infection, redness, and swelling increases.

There might be other reasons your vaginal health suffers, and one of the common problems many women face is Vaginal swelling. Are you aware of its causes? If not, then continue reading below to know what vaginal swelling is, its causes, and likely treatments.

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By Neha Goel February 23, 2021 Blog , , ,

Vaginal Pain: Causes and Treatment

Vaginal Pain

While most women ignore vaginal problems because of embarrassment, it is important to understand the reason why your vagina hurts.

A vagina is medically-defined as a passage from the cervix to the vulva. Any discomfort or pain is often a result of psychological or medical issue. Normal vaginal pain could also be a possible cause of infection.

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By Neha Goel February 17, 2021 Blog , , ,

Vaginal Discharge: All You Need to Know

Vaginal discharge

As a fluid that is secreted from the tiny glands in the vagina and cervix, vaginal discharge serves various purposes, the primary among them being cleaning & moistening your vagina. The fluid keeps your vagina and the reproductive tract clean and healthy. It also helps prevent infections. The colour of the vaginal discharge, consistency, and smell may vary from person-to-person. Likewise, the amount also varies from day-to-day (depending on your menstrual cycle).

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