Why are Obstetricians and Gynaecologists the most sued doctors? This is because most of the cases in this feild require active management and intervention. The doctor is always faced with time constraints in deciding the type of intervention required.Inability of the doctors to agree on the guidelines of management of certain cases and inability of [...]

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What are Sexual Offences? Sexual offences include the following: i) Rape ii)Grave sexual abuse iii)Sexual exploitation of children iv)Incest v)Unnatural offenses like gross indecency between persons and intercourse against the nature with man, woman or animal. What is Rape? It must be emphasized that rape is a legal concept and not a medical diagnosis. The [...]

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Definition of sexual transmitted diseases: The sexually transmitted diseases (STD) are a group of communicable diseases which are transmitted predominantly by sexual contact and caused by a wide range of bacterial,viral, protozoal, fungal and ectoparasites. Individuals at high risk of Sexually Transmitted Diseases: Prostitues and their clients Homosexual men Person’s involved in the use of [...]

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Teenage mothers constitute a high risk group. Teenage pregnancies are easily complicated as they are often unplanned. Teenage mothers are also more likely to be single and unsupported. Pregnancy may also be concealed for a few weeks or months. There is a greater risk of pre-eclampsia, pre-mature labour and low birth weight among teenage mothers. [...]

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Infertility is the inability to conceive. Infertility is also known ordinarily as childlessness Definition of Infertility: It is defined as the inability of a couple to conceive after 1 year of normal sexual activity , without contraceptives. What is the difference between infertility and sterility? Sterility is an absolute or finite state of inability to [...]

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Weight gain in pregnancy: Weight gain in pregnancy should be 20-40 lb (pounds). The total weight gain ,includes the weight of the fetus, placenta, amniotic fluid,maternal reproductive tissues,fluid,increased fat stores, blood and increased lean body mass. Weight restriction/ weight loss in pregnancy should be avoided ,  because it may affect the development of the other [...]

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What is High Risk Pregnancy? High risk pregnancy is defined as a pregnancy that has an increased risk of mortality (Death) and/ or morbidity (illness) in the mother and/or fetus (unborn baby), compared to the average mortality/ morbidity of pregnant women in the same environment. What is Bad Obstetric History? A woman is said to [...]

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A) Prenatal Visits: These visits should begin early. Women who are planning to conceive should also visit the pre-pregnancy (Pre- Conception) clinic. Prenatal visits should be regular: 0-28 Weeks: Every 4 weeks 28-36 Weeks: Every 2 weeks. after 36 weeks: weekly ,till delivery B Medications: Do not take any medications unless prescribed by your doctor/health [...]

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Is commercial flying safe in pregnancy? Yes, but not always. Commercial flying is safe for normal low risk pregnancies. The safest period to travel is between the 18th and 32nd week of gestation. Please note that it can be dangerous to travel with a high risk pregnancy (high risk pregnancy will be a topic of [...]

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In each visit i) Weight ii) Blood Pressure iii) Fundal height iv) Fetal heart rate v) Urine for protein and glucose Review any other problems/concerns the patient may have related to pregnancy or general well being, including nutrition. 6-12 Weeks i) Confirmation of the uterine size and growth by pelvic examination. ii) Doppler scan for [...]

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