Archive for September, 2009

Tubal Sterilization – TS – And Menstrual Bleeding Patterns – Is There A Link?

Tubal Sterilization (TS) is the widely prevalent contraception method that seems to dominate nearly 76% of the existent contraceptive occurrence. Currently employed TS practices comprise of minilaparotomy, laparoscopic sterilization and PPS or Post Partum Sterilization – procedure carried out within six weeks of child birth. The TS procedure could be carried out either during the interval time period or as post delivery or post abortion procedure. Recent studies have revealed two viewpoints – an increased risk or no risk on the links between menstrual bleeding patterns and TS. Menstruation irregularities could be decreased/infrequent, repeated/ long-lasting or the absence of menstrual cycle bleeding. Frequent or extended bleeding could endanger the physical health condition of women due  [...]

SSRIs To The Rescue For Postpartum Depression – Part II

The role of certain antidepressants taken during the course of breast-feeding has sparked quite a furore. Certain types of SSRI’s like fluoxetine and citalopram are noted to be passed on during the course of breast-feeding more than other antidepressants. Every woman has a different rate of metabolizing and passing on the medicine in varying quantities to the child. The extent of medicine noted in the breast milk would be partly dependent on when one takes one’s daily dosage. It is crucial to speak to the doctor when medicine concentrations are the least in breast milk. Scientists are still analysing cases of infants that were breast-fed when their mothers were taking SSRIs. As yet, there have been no indicators of any problems in those children up to their pre-schooling years. The U.S.  [...]

SSRIs To The Rescue For Postpartum Depression – Part I

Postpartum Depression (PPD) is the most common forms of depression that needs to be treated promptly for the healthy well-being of both the mother and the baby. If untreated, PPD could have dire effects on the child’s development. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are widely been used as the preliminary line of treatment for tackling depression as they have proven efficacy in majority of individuals and negligible associated side effects. Sertraline (Zoloft) and paroxetine (Paxil) are generally recommended for those women that are breast-feeding. SSRI’s are additionally employed for relief from extreme anxiety and depression in pregnant women and in averting PPD in those women in high risk of developing PPD. SSRIs function as mood enhancers by raising the brain’s usage of  [...]

PMDD

PMDD or Premenstrual dysphoric disorder is a chronic kind of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). PMDD has analogous symptoms to those of PMS, but are severe enough to cause major hindrance in personal relationships, social behaviour and work. PMDD is known to occur in two to twenty percent of women that menstruate. Those women that have a personal or family past of depressive tendencies or postpartum depression are more prone to developing PMDD. PMDD Causes: The precise reason for developing PMDD is still vague much alike PMS. However, many scientists are of the thought process that the hormonal variation associated with the menstrual cycle is the probable reason behind developing PMDD. Latest research have revealed that there is a strong link between PMDD and depleted levels of the feel-good hormone,  [...]

Deciphering Three Forms of Fatal Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a grave illness that could crop up in the initial few months subsequent to child delivery, miscarriage and still birth. Postpartum depression could lead to undesirable feelings of worthlessness, desperation and sadness that could cause major hindrance in caring for and developing a bond with the baby. Postpartum blues – This form of PPD is known to heighten near the fourth day following childbirth and settles in fewer than two weeks when hormonal fluctuations have subsided. There are more than half of the women populace that face transitory mild versions of depressive tendencies coalesced with happy feelings following the birth of a child. It is a usual occurrence in the initial few days after delivery for postpartum women to experience some degree of sleeplessness,  [...]

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – PCOS

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is a medical condition in women caused due to hormonal unbalance leading to difficulties in menstruation and conception. The ovaries produce human eggs or ovules on a monthly basis. A mature ova is passed via a follicle into the uterus by the ovaries. However, in the case of PCOS there is an abnormal development of at least twelve or more follicles in the ovaries. These follicles are also known as cysts, hence disease has been named Poly(many) Cystic(follicles) Ovary Syndrome. In women with PCOS, the cysts in the ovary are fluid-inundated sacs and wholly benign, however grave complications could arise if it is left untreated. In PCOS, there are several under-developed follicles in the ovaries. The eggs present in these follicles do not attain maturity hence their release  [...]

Intrauterine Device – IUD – The Effectual Birth Control Coil – Part III

The copper IUD is recommended for usage till ten years while the LNg IUD is accepted for up to five years of use. Reasons behind opting for IUD One might be an appropriate entrant for an IUD if one: Doesn’t have any signs of infection in the pelvis during the time of IUD insertion. Keeping relations with one sex mate who is also monogamous and free of infection. This would mean that one is not at heightened risk of developing sexually transmitted diseases or STD’s or Pelvic Inflammatory diseases (PID), or when both partners are consensual regarding condom usage. Those who desire for an effectual, long lasting contraception means that needs minimal effort and can be reversed without any difficulty. Those women that for certain reasons cannot or don’t desire to take birth control pills  [...]

Intrauterine Device – IUD – The Effectual Birth Control Coil – Part II

Insertion procedure The IUD could be inserted during any time except when one is pregnant. The IUD is inserted into the uterus by the doctor that is procedure that lasts merely few minutes and could be performed in the doctor’s office. At times, the doctor would inject local anesthesia into the area just around the cervix, though this is not required on most occasions. The IUD is easily inserted in those women that have previously undergone normal delivery. The doctor might request the patient to feel the IUD thread following its insertion so that the patient comprehends how it feels like. An antibiotics course might be recommended to avert any kind of infection. Following the insertion procedure, one might need assistance to reach home as one might experience a certain degree of dizziness,  [...]

Intrauterine Device – IUD – The Effectual Birth Control Coil – Part I

The intrauterine device (IUD) is a long-standing birth control means that has high effectiveness and safety quotient. The currently available IUD’s are quite a contrast to those there were employed during the 1970’s. An IUD is a miniature plastic device resembling the letter ‘T’, swathed in copper or could contain hormones. The insertion of the IUD is a procedure carried out by a doctor who inserts it into the uterus. The IUD has a plastic string that is attached to the IUD end that dangles down through the cervix into the vagina. The IUD could be checked for its correct placement by feeling for the presence of the string. This string is additionally employed by the doctor during the removal procedure of the IUD. IUD Types LNg or Levonorgestrel IUD - This type of IUD is additionally  [...]

3-D Mammography – A Novel Dimension In Breast Cancer Detection

A set of scientists are carrying out a study to explore the application of stereographic imaging technology and three dimensional outputs in screening potential breast tumour growths, thus unravelling a potent means for early identification and treatment alongside lowering the number of false-positive outcomes and the need for follow-up testing. Stereo mammography offers radiologists with a 3-D view of the breast’s internal composition by capturing two mammography images from slightly varying angles and displaying them on two Planar high –resolution systems (2,500 x 2,000 pixels) – LCD monitors that are connected one above the other at a 110degree inclination that are separated by glass partition that has a special coating. Through the specially layered glass the radiologist views the  [...]