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  Folic Acid is used by the human body to create new cells. Thus it is a vital ingredient before and during pregnancy . When a fetus is developing inside the womb, folic acid helps in preventing major birth defects like anencephaly (brain defect) and spina bifida (spinal defect). With such an important element needed for the development of a baby, there are several questions like when to start taking folic acid, what is the standard dose amount, can it be started without a doctor’s recommendation etc. To find answers to these and many other such questions, we had a discussion with Dr Suyesha Khanijao,  from Angel’s Hope Clinic, Saket. Q) What is folic acid used for? Folic Acid is a vital ingredient required during the development of a fetus in a woman. Folic acid helps in creating new cells, thus is equally important for growing kids too. Q) When must the females start taking folic acid? As soon as a woman starts thinking about conceiving, she must start taking folic acid. Q) ...

  Discussing a very less spoken about topic, Vaginoplasty , Dr Suyesha Khanijao, gynaecologist and obstetrician at Angel’s Hope Clinic, New Delhi, answered a few basic questions on one of the most needed kinds of genitoplasty among women. Q) What is Vaginoplasty? A) Vaginoplasty is the procedure of recreating the female genital parts . A woman’s vagina goes through several changes throughout her life. Several hormonal changes can sometimes make it feel tighter than the other days, especially during menstruation. Vaginoplasty entails several surgeries to improve the shape, size, and/or function of the vaginal area among females. Q) Who needs to undergo vaginoplasty? A) Vaginoplasty or Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery is recommended for any woman who suffers from discomfort and embarrassment due to excess vaginal tissues. Also, several transgender and nonbinary people who are looking for getting gender confirmation can contact a gynaecologist to get constructed a vaginal cavity betwe...

Dr Suyesha Khanijao, a famous gynaecologist and obstetrician, from Angel’s Hope Clinic, New Delhi, had been vocal not only on all kinds of female problems but also on different topics related to Covid-19. Recently, she shared how cycling, one of the easiest sports, can help women not only in maintaining their weight issues, but also help to ease pain in different problems. Here is an excerpt from the conversation. We are quite aware of the numerous benefits of cycling. But are there certain specific benefits from cycling for women? Cycling is a sport that is very easy for everyone to learn and use continuously. Riding on a bicycle when you roam around going to the local stores, parks, or schools and or to work, you gradually improve your health in a tireless way. Cycling is a fun and low impact form of exercise for people of all ages and gender. Regular cycling helps increase blood flow and helps protect your body against several dangerous diseases like depression, obesity, arthritis...

 Every female has her menses starting from her early teen years, lasting till up to for next 35-40 years. The stopping of periods or menses is known as menopause. If the menstruation process has been stopped for more than 12 months, the woman is said to be in menopause. This is a natural process and happens in every female. Some of the females can face early menopause due to some underlying conditions or due to any sorts of pelvic or ovarian damage. However, several females may face certain complications before and after menopause. During such times, one might need to contact their doctor. Symptoms: ·         Hot Flashes ·         Night Sweats ·         Vaginal Dryness ·         Sleep disturbances ·         Anxiety ·         Depression Treatment: Menopause is not a curable state of the human body. However, the above mentioned symptoms...

 Menstruation has been a word regarded more as a taboo in our society. Not until very recently women couldn’t talk about their periods to anyone but their mothers. The situation, however, is changing now.   Recent studies show that more and more women have started talking about their periods openly with their family members. While earlier they were restrained from even entering the kitchen during their periods, today, the families are more concerned about their well being than such customs. With the change in perception at the family levels, changes have been observed gradually on a higher level too. While earlier the advertisements on menstrual products were made using hidden messages, today they are more vocal and straight. Several organizations have taken the initiative of granting periodic leave to their female staff. While in several others, the females can openly discuss their menses problems and ask for sick leave. Topics on menstrual health and hygiene have gradually ...

  A large number of people have been lately complaining about excessive running nose along with swelling and pain in the eyes and of blurred vision post-Covid-19 treatment. Several have been complaining about dark spots and even loss of eyesight. These have been some of the most common symptoms of once rare but now becoming prevalent Black fungal Disease or Mucormycosis. To know more about this disease we discussed with Dr Suyesha Khanijao of Angel’s Hope Clinic in New Delhi. She is one of the best gynecologists in Delhi . Her treatment for pregnant women who are also Covid positive has brought great relief to these patients. When asked about Black Fungus she said,   “This disease is caused by a group of moulds known as mucormycetes present naturally in the environment. It mainly affects people who are on medication for health problems that reduce their ability to fight environmental pathogens, a trait very common in post-Covid-19 patients. Once it enters the human body ...

 Often women, across the globe, go through painful cramps during their periods. While there are several reasons that add on to these problems, we have quite as many solutions too.   Usually the regular pain cramps can be relieved with the help of a few homely measures. Let’s talk about a few here:   1) Take over-the-counter medicines such as ibuprofen. 2) Anti-inflammatory medicines are a better option than any aspirin, go for them. 3) Whichever medicine you prefer to take, take it before the pain becomes unbearable. 4) These medicines can be taken as long as you are having the cramps. 5) Read and follow the instructions mentioned on the medicines. 6) Prefer drinking luke warm water instead of cold or chilled water. 7) Use of pads is preferred over tampons if the pain is vaginal. 8) Lie down and place a pillow under the knees. 9) You may also lie on your side and bring your knees up to your chest. 10) Place heating pads on the lower abdomen.   How...