All Entries in the "Reproductive Health" Category

Second-Trimester Surgical Abortion – What To Expect?

Second-trimester surgical abortion is conducted for voluntary abortion, for management of a miscarriage and in terminating pregnancy because of fetal abnormalities and existent health conditions of the mother. During the course of the second trimester (i.e., 15-23 weeks) subsequent to the last menstrual cycle occurred, abortions are usually conducted over a span of two days and do not need all-night hospital stay. This form of procedure is called as dilation and evacuation (D&E). During the foremost day, one would be required to visit a health educator and doctor for helping in preparation of the procedure. This appointment would take between 2-3 hours. The following day, one would be required to visit the doctor at the hospital that would take between 4-5 hours. In certain situations,  [...]

First Trimester Medical Abortion – What To Expect?

Medical abortion during the initial trimester, also called as non-surgical abortion employs medications for terminating an early pregnancy in the confines of one’s home. This is a choice that could be availed till 9 weeks from the last occurred menstrual cycle. Some populace of women opt for medical instead of surgical abortion due to the below stated reasons: Could be done at home in the initial weeks of pregnancy. Needs no surgical intervention. No requirement of anesthesia. There is likelihood of greater confidentiality. Could proffer some women with a feeling of better control over their body. Could feel more innate. There are other women who opt for surgical abortion due to the below stated aspects: Needs lesser visits to the doctor’s clinic. Requires lesser periods of time.  [...]

Ectopic Pregnancy – Part II

Ectopic Pregnancy Causes: Ectopic pregnancy occurs when the fertilized egg gets lodged on its course to the uterus. This normally takes place due to scarring, anomalous shape or damage of the fallopian tubes. In several instances, the precise reason behind this occurrence is unknown. Diagnosis & Tests: Blood Analysis – A blood test helps in detection by observing the levels of the hormone HCG or chorionic gonadotropin that is produced during pregnancy. Higher HCG levels point to normal pregnancy while a lesser than normal level is an indicator of an ectopic pregnancy. Urine Function Test – A urinalysis could detect only the presence of pregnancy and not the type of pregnancy. Ultrasound Scan – A trans-vaginal ultrasound scan could at times aid in ectopic pregnancy confirmation.  [...]

Ectopic Pregnancy – Part I

An ectopic pregnancy is a condition when the implantation of the fertilised egg takes place outside the uterus rather than the inner uterine lining. Majority of ectopic pregnancies take place in the Fallopian tubes – a condition called as tubular pregnancy. However, the fertilised egg could also be implanted in the cervix, abdominal cavity and ovary. A little over one percent of all pregnancies detected are ectopic. During normal pregnancy, the fertilization of the egg by the sperm normally occurs in the fallopian tube after which it would travel into the womb (uterus) and lodges itself in the uterine lining. The embryo evolves into a fetus and stays and grows within the uterus till delivery. An untreated pregnancy could lead to maternal fatality. A ruptured fallopian tube could lead to internal  [...]