A pregnancy ultrasound can be used to confirm the dates of pregnancy and general wellbeing of the fetus (baby), and also to detect any structural anomalies and growth of the fetus. It can be done during the initial visit and is usually part of pregnancy routine health screenings throughout the pregnancy period. Ultrasounds are not invasive, so it brings no risk to you or your baby. It provides an image of the baby in the womb. During an ultrasound, gel is applied on your abdomen area to allow sound waves from the ultrasound probe to pass into your uterus. The ultrasound probe is then moved over your abdomen to produce an ultrasound image via the reflection of the sound waves off the baby. There are several different types of ultrasound like 2D ultrasound, 3D ultrasound, 5D ultrasound, and Doppler ultrasound.

Both obstetricians and gynaecologists specialize in women health, focusing on the female reproductive system. Obstetricians do specialized practice in pregnancy and childbirth, why gynaecologists specialize in women reproductive health conditions. If you have a health condition or a pregnancy that you wish to get medical advice for, you can consult an obstetrician or gynaecologist (women specialist).

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A pregnancy test can help us determine if a woman is pregnant or not. There are several methods or procedures that can be used to test for pregnancy, including urine test, blood test and ultrasound.

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Caesarean Delivery, also known as C-section, is a surgical procedure performed through an incision or a cut of the abdomen in order to deliver the baby out from the mother's uterus. C-section can be done electively according to the mother's preference, or as an emergency measure in cases where natural vaginal delivery has failed. You can discuss with your doctor to see which childbirth procedure is the most suitable for you.

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Both obstetricians and gynaecologists specialize in women health, focusing on the female reproductive system. Obstetricians do specialized practice in pregnancy and childbirth, why gynaecologists specialize in women reproductive health conditions. If you have a health condition or a pregnancy that you wish to get medical advice for, you can consult an obstetrician or gynaecologist (women specialist).

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Menstrual cycles often bring about a variety of uncomfortable symptoms leading up to your period. Some of them are:Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS)Heavy periodsAbsent periodsPeriod painFunctional medicine aims to treat the disease naturally, using an approach to treat the root cause and focusing on the person itself. Your functional medicine doctor may suggest some treatments:Clean up your diet: refined flour, sugar, processed food, caffeine, alcoholTake supplementExerciseDestressAcupunctureHerbal formulasThere are still a lot of treatment which can only be prescribed by looking at your condition. Despite the list, the right treatment depends on consultation with your doctor to determine the best treatment for you.

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Menopause is a normal condition that all women will experience, typically around the age of 45 to 55. Menopause happens when the ovaries gradually make less estrogen.Menopause syndrome:Period cycle become irregularHot flashes and night sweatsHormonal imbalance: moodyPhysical changes, etc.These changes happen naturally and functional medicine also suggest that women that is undergoing menopause to change their lifestyle naturally. Natural treatments for menopause and perimenopause work much differently than prescription drugs because they work with your body to naturally prevent or reduce the severity of those symptoms, rather than providing mere temporary relief. By consulting with your doctor, you may be prescribed:Natural herbal remediesOmega-3 fatsHigh-fiber foodsProbiotic foodsThere are still a lot of treatment which can only be prescribed by looking at your condition. Despite the list, the right treatment depends on consultation with your doctor to determine the best treatment for you.

Both obstetricians and gynaecologists specialize in women health, focusing on the female reproductive system. Obstetricians do specialized practice in pregnancy and childbirth, why gynaecologists specialize in women reproductive health conditions. If you have a health condition or a pregnancy that you wish to get medical advice for, you can consult an obstetrician or gynaecologist (women specialist).

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Infertility in women can be caused by endometriosis, PCOS, etc. One can know that they are infertile when: Has had one or more miscarriage Woman under 35 and haven't gotten pregnant after 12 months of trying Woman over 35 and haven't gotten pregnant after 6 months of trying In men, they have poor semen analysis Infertility in women is treated with fertility drugs, hormones, even surgery. In another case, infertility can also be treated using technology such as IUI, IVF (in vitro fertilization), GIFT or ZIFT. Functional medicine aims to treat the disease naturally, using an approach to treat the root cause and focusing on the person itself. Your functional medicine doctor may suggest you to cut down sugar and processed food, take supplements, fix your gut, exercise, control stress, and get sufficient sleep. However, not all these apply to everyone. Consultation is the most important because your doctor will customize your treatment according to your condition.

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To check whether you are having problems with infertility, you can have a fertility test at a women specialist clinic. A fertility test usually includes blood tests, semen analysis, genetic testing, ultrasound and other screening tests.

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Menstrual cycles often bring about a variety of uncomfortable symptoms leading up to your period. Some of them are:Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS)Heavy periodsAbsent periodsPeriod painFunctional medicine aims to treat the disease naturally, using an approach to treat the root cause and focusing on the person itself. Your functional medicine doctor may suggest some treatments:Clean up your diet: refined flour, sugar, processed food, caffeine, alcoholTake supplementExerciseDestressAcupunctureHerbal formulasThere are still a lot of treatment which can only be prescribed by looking at your condition. Despite the list, the right treatment depends on consultation with your doctor to determine the best treatment for you.

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The medical definition of infertility is failure to conceive a child after regular unprotected sexual intercourse for one year. For couples above the age of 35, this is reduced to six months. Many factors can affect fertility, including age, stress, body weight, smoking and alcohol intake. There are several different procedures for infertility treatment, including IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) and IUI (Intrauterine Insemination). To check whether you are having problems with infertility, you can have a fertility test at a women specialist clinic. A fertility test usually includes blood tests, semen analysis, genetic testing, ultrasound and other screening tests.

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Tubal ligation, also known as tubectomy, is the contraception procedure for women. During the procedure, your fallopian tubes are cut, tied, or blocked to permanently prevent pregnancy.

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A contraceptive implant, also known as Implanon, is a contraceptive implantation device about the size of a match that is inserted into the inner side of a woman’s upper arm.

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A contraceptive injection uses hormone injected into your body to prevent pregnancies. The hormone pregestogen is released into your bloodstream and can prevent pregnancy for about 8 to 13 weeks. Reminder: Any contraceptive injection has to be administered and done by a verified medical doctor.

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Birth control is the procedure to prevent any future pregnancies. There are several methods towards contraception, including condoms, oral contraceptive pills, tubal ligation, and vasectomy. You should discuss with your doctor to decide on which contraceptive method is the best for you.

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Both obstetricians and gynaecologists specialize in women health, focusing on the female reproductive system. Obstetricians do specialized practice in pregnancy and childbirth, why gynaecologists specialize in women reproductive health conditions. If you have a health condition or a pregnancy that you wish to get medical advice for, you can consult an obstetrician or gynaecologist (women specialist).

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Cervical infection can cause inflammation on the cervix and vagina, with symptoms like vaginal discharge, vaginal itching and vaginal pain during urination and sexual intercourse. Cervical infection can be caused by bacteria, virus, or in some cases maybe a sign of cervical cancer. Therefore, you should consult a women specialist doctor immediately to diagnose the problem.

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Hysterectomy is the surgical procedure to remove the uterus. Some factors that lead to hysterectomy are uterine fibroids, endometriosis, pelvic organ prolapse, or cancer. There are 3 types of hysterectomy: -Total hysterectomy: removal of the entire uterus including the cervix -Partial hysterectomy: removal of upper part of the uterus -Radical hysterectomy: removal of uterus and structures around the uterus Based on the condition requiring hysterectomy, the procedures may differ. You should discuss with your doctor in detail regarding any surgical decisions made.

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Both obstetricians and gynaecologists specialize in women health, focusing on the female reproductive system. Obstetricians do specialized practice in pregnancy and childbirth, why gynaecologists specialize in women reproductive health conditions. If you have a health condition or a pregnancy that you wish to get medical advice for, you can consult an obstetrician or gynaecologist (women specialist).

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Endometriosis is a female reproductive disorder caused by the growth of the endometrium (tissue lining the inside of the uterus) growing outside of the uterus. In a normal condition, the endometrium thickens, breaks down and bleeds during each menstrual cycle. However, having endometriosis means that the endometrium is trapped and cannot be released when it breaks down. Endometriosis can cause painful periods and infertility. There are treatments available for endometriosis and it is best to get medical treatments early.
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After a women specialist doctor has tested and diagnosed that you have endometriosis, treatments to help you relieve your pain and help treat the condition can be planned.

Pain medications can be administered to help relieve pain, while a hormone therapy can help to regulate your hormones and treat the endometriosis condition.

In some cases, a surgery to remove the endometriosis implants or to remove the utarus and ovaries completely (for severe cases) may be required. However, it is always advisable to get a 2nd opinion before any major surgery.

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If you have a cyst on your ovary, the doctor will first check the type of the cyst to see if it is fluid filled, solid, or mixed. Treatment to remove the cyst depends on the type of the cyst and the health impact the cyst brings. Some of the treatments include hormonal pills or surgery.

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If you have a cyst on your ovary, the doctor will first check the type of the cyst to see if it is fluid filled, solid, or mixed. If the doctor determines that the cyst needs to be removed surgicallly, a laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy can be done. Treatment duration: 1-2 hours

If you have a cyst on your ovary, the doctor will first check the type of the cyst to see if it is fluid filled, solid, or mixed. If the doctor determines that the cyst needs to be removed surgicallly, a laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy can be done. Treatment duration: 1-2 hours

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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are diseases that are gotten as a result of sexual habits, practices or preferences. Some common STDs are gonorrhea, syphilis, and Herpes viruses. STDs are usually curable apart from HIV/AIDS.

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Omentectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the omentum. The omentum is a thin fold of abdominal tissue over the stomach, large intestine, and other abdominal organs. Removal of the omentum is usually related to a speard of cancer cells in the area, or when the omentum is causing a problem for the functioning of other organs.

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A removal of ovaries is a surgical procedure to remove either one or both of your ovaries due to health conditions. Some of the causes of removal of ovaries are: -a tubo-ovarian abscess (pus-filled growth the the fallopian tube and ovary) -ovarian cancer -endometriosis -benign ovarian tumours or cysts -reduce the risk of ovarian cancer or breast cancer if you are in the high risk group -ovarian torsion (twisted ovary)

Myomectomy is the removal of fibroids, a common type of benign growths in the uterus. During the procedure, the surgeon will remove the fibroids and reconstruct the uterus to its original shape and function.

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Urinary incontinence is the condition where a person cannot control the release of urine. Urinary incontinence can affect daily life in the simplest of activities. Simple reactions like laughter and coughs can also cause involuntary urination. Urinary incontinence patients may drink less water to avoid urination, or avoid going out due to the anxiety of their conditions being noticed by others. In some cases, involuntary urination could also occur during sexual intercourse. Urinary incontinence treatment depends on the type of incontinence and also the underlying causes. Consult with your doctor to find out what kind of treatemnt is suitable for your condition.

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Vaginitis is the inflammation of the vagina that can be caused by bacteria infection, yeast infection, or trichomoniasis (a parasite-caused disease transmitted by sexual intercourse). Some symptoms of vaginitis are change in colour, odour or discharge amount from your vagina, vaginal itching, and pain during urination or sexual intercourse. The treatment of vaginitis depends on the cause of the condition. You can consult a women specialist doctor to see what treatment is the most suitable for you.

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Dysfunctional uterine bleeding, or abnormal uterine bleeding, is vaginal bleeding outside of menstrual cycles. This can be spotting, heavy bleeding, or bleeding after sexual intercourse. Dysfunctional uterine bleeding can be caused by hormonal problems or physical organ problems. You can get your condition diagnosed by a women specialist doctor to have an accurate treatment.

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that can happen to women who are at the reproductive age. Some symptoms of PCOS are irregular periods, increase in male hormones and characteristics, acne problems, and ovaries functioning problems.
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PCOS affects 20% of women, and most women don't know about it. It is a condition that can lead to heart problems, diabetes or difficulty to conceive.

PCOS can be caused by different factors and may also lead to complications. An accurate diagnosis by a women specialist doctor is needed to treat the condition.

Vaginal bleeding is any bleeding from the vaginal outside of your usual menstrual cycles. This can be spotting, heavy bleeding, or bleeding after sexual intercourse. Vaginal bleeding can be a symptom of several differenct diseases, from endometriosis to hormonal problems and reproductive organ injuries. You should get your condition diagnosed by a women specialist doctor to receive an accurate treatment.

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Chronic pelvic pain is the pain that you feel in the area between your belly button and your hips, that lasts for six months or longer. These pains can be sharp and acute, or chronic over long periods of time. You may also feel heavy pressure in your pelvis, pain during intercourse, and pain when going to the toilet. The causes of chronic pelvic pain can be wide, as different factors ranging from endometriosis to fibroids and inflammatory diseases can all cause pelvic pain. You should get your condition diagnosed by a doctor to receive an accurate treatment.

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If you have a cyst on your ovary, the doctor will first check the type of the cyst to see if it is fluid filled, solid, or mixed. Treatment to remove the cyst depends on the type of the cyst and the health impact the cyst brings. Some of the treatments include hormonal pills or surgery.

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The cervix is the lower part of the uterus which extends slightly into the top of vagina. It is also called as the neck of the womb (uterus). It is covered by a thin layer of tissue made of cells. Healthy cells grow, divide and replaced as needed. Cancer of the cervix happens when these cells change, grow out of control rapidly into deeper layers or spread to other organs. The cancer cells form a mass of tissue called a cancerous (malignant) tumour. A regular Pap smear test can detect abnormal cells before they become a cancer. Abnormal cells and tissues can be treated by simple procedures such as colposcopy* and large loop excision of the cervix (LLETZ)*. These procedures can completely remove abnormal tissue before becoming cancer. If the cancer is only confined to the cervix, surgical operations like the Wertheim’s hysterectomy* can remove the cancerous tumour completely. Cervical cancer at the early stage is curable if treated appropriately by trained Gynae-Oncologists. However, patients still need to have follow up for surveillance. If cervical cancer is at the late stages, surgical procedures to remove the uterus and cervix like hysterectomy may be required.

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Uterine cancer is also known as endometrial cancer or uterus cancer. It affects the uterus and can spread to other parts of the female reproductive organ. Uterine cancer is usually able to be detected early due to its obvious symptoms, and early treatment with surgery can usually cure the cancer. The symptoms of uterine cancer include: -vaginal bleeding outside of menstrual periods -abnormal vaginal discharge with or without blood -pelvic pain Treatment for cancer involves the removal of the uterus, either a part or the whole, to get rid of the cancer affected area.

Myomectomy is the removal of fibroids, a common type of benign growths in the uterus. During the procedure, the surgeon will remove the fibroids and reconstruct the uterus to its original shape and function.

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Omentectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the omentum. The omentum is a thin fold of abdominal tissue over the stomach, large intestine, and other abdominal organs. Removal of the omentum is usually related to a speard of cancer cells in the area, or when the omentum is causing a problem for the functioning of other organs.

• Ovarian Cancer

Both obstetricians and gynaecologists specialize in women health, focusing on the female reproductive system. Obstetricians do specialized practice in pregnancy and childbirth, why gynaecologists specialize in women reproductive health conditions. If you have a health condition or a pregnancy that you wish to get medical advice for, you can consult an obstetrician or gynaecologist (women specialist).

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A mammogram is a screening for the breast to look for any abnormalities or changes to the breast tissue, usually done to screen for any presence of cancer. Mammograms take x-ray images of the breast and is able to show any lumps or presence of cancer cells.

To get a doctor started on listing your symptoms, disease, and treatments you need, you will go through a set of interviews and tests, including blood test, urine test, and stool test. Urine test, or also known as urine analysis (UA), or urinalysis is a series of tests on your pee. They can detect diseases such as kidney disease, liver disease, and diabetes in their early stages. Medical professionals use urine test to detect: Urine pH Protein in urine White blood cells/leukocytes in urine Glucose in urine Blood in urine, etc. Consultation is the essence of functional medicine. Consult with your doctor and find out whether you need a urine test in your set of treatments.

A pregnancy ultrasound can be used to confirm the dates of pregnancy and general wellbeing of the fetus (baby), and also to detect any structural anomalies and growth of the fetus. It can be done during the initial visit and is usually part of pregnancy routine health screenings throughout the pregnancy period. Ultrasounds are not invasive, so it brings no risk to you or your baby. It provides an image of the baby in the womb. During an ultrasound, gel is applied on your abdomen area to allow sound waves from the ultrasound probe to pass into your uterus. The ultrasound probe is then moved over your abdomen to produce an ultrasound image via the reflection of the sound waves off the baby. There are several different types of ultrasound like 2D ultrasound, 3D ultrasound, 5D ultrasound, and Doppler ultrasound.

Chromosomal abnormalities screening is usually done as part of health screening during the first trimester. This screening checks for any risks of chromosomal abnormalities like Down Syndrome. During the test, the doctor will do an ultrasound examination and also take a blood test from the mother to screen for any chromosomal abnormalities.

A hysterocopy is a screening procedure to examine the inside of the uterus (womb). During the procedure, a hysteroscope is used. This is a narrow telescope with a light and a camera to take images of the inside of your uterus for examination. Hysteroscopy is done to detect and examine problems related to vaginal bleeding, infertility, fibroids and cancer.

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Colposcopy is a screening procedure to examine your cervix, vagina and vulva for any signs of disease or health conditions. During the procedure, a colposcope is inserted into your vagina for the doctor to have a clear view of the inside of your reproductive organ. Colposcopy is done to detect and examine problems related to genital warts, inflammation of cervix, and any changes to the cervix, vagina and vulva. A colposcopy is also done following an abnormal Pap test (cervical cancer test) result.

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A breast examination is done via a mammogram. A mammogram is a screening for the breast to look for any abnormalities or changes to the breast tissue, usually done to screen for any presence of cancer. Mammograms take x-ray images of the breast and is able to show any lumps or presence of cancer cells.

A diagnostic laparoscopy is a surgical diagnostic procedure to examine a woman's reproductive organs. During the procedure, a small incision is made in the abdomen for a thin viewing tube like a telescope to pass throught and show images of the inside of the reproductive organ. A laparoscopy is done to check for any abnormalities in the reproductive organ.

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A Pap smear test, also known as the pap test, is a screening procedure to detect any potential risks of cervical cancer. During the procedure, cells from your cervix (the opening of your uterus) are gently scraped away to be examined for any abnormalities. Cervical cancer screening or pap smear is recommended every 3 years for women aged 21-65.

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As part of health screening, a blood test can give you your blood type and Rhesus (Rh) factor analysis. The Rh factor is a protein found in your blood. If you have the protein, you are Rh positive, and if you don't, you are Rh negative. Before pregnancy, this test is done because if you are Rh negative and your husband is Rh positive, your baby may be Rh positive and that might pose a health risk for you.

As part of health screening, blood anaemia testing can give you an analysis of whether or not you have sufficient red blood cells to carry oxygen to your body's tissues.

Before your pregnancy, it is an important step to check if you have any disease carrier that may not affect you but can be passed down to the baby. This screening is usually done by a women specialist doctor as part of pre-pregnancy consultation to ensure a healthy and comfortable pregnancy journey.

Haematocrit screening is done to examine the volume of red blood cells in the blood. It is sometimes done as part of a health screening.

Glucose tolerance test is a test to see how well your body can absorb glucose and sugar. It is a method to test for diabetes. During the procedure, your blood sample will be taken both before and after you are given glucose to drink.

A diabetes screening is a simple test to measure blood sugar levels after 8 hours of fassting. Diabetes is a disease that is difficult to cure and can only be managed. Early detection of diabetes is important to manage the disease well.

Pelvic organ prolapse is a condition where an organ in the pelvis slips down from their normal position and bulge into the womb (uterus), bowel, bladder, or vagina. Some of the symptoms you will experience if you have a pelvic organ prolapse are: -heavy feeling around your pelvis -discomfort and feeling like there is something in your vagina -a bulge or lump in your vagina -urinary incontinence (problem controlling urination) or a feeling like your bladder is never empty Mild pelvic organ prolapse may not require treatment, but if you feel discomfort, you can consult a women specialist doctor to see if you may require a treatment or surgery, depending on the type and severity of the prolapse.

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Urinary incontinence is the condition where a person cannot control the release of urine. Urinary incontinence can affect daily life in the simplest of activities. Simple reactions like laughter and coughs can also cause involuntary urination. Urinary incontinence patients may drink less water to avoid urination, or avoid going out due to the anxiety of their conditions being noticed by others. In some cases, involuntary urination could also occur during sexual intercourse. Urinary incontinence treatment depends on the type of incontinence and also the underlying causes. Consult with your doctor to find out what kind of treatemnt is suitable for your condition.

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