Women have unique health issues as compared to men – pregnancy complications, menopause and problems related to the female organs being some of them. Efficient prenatal care is the first step towards a healthy pregnancy. Women are also advised to get breast cancer and cervical cancer screening done from time to time, especially considering the incidence and mortality rates of women’s cancers in India.
Fertility is the natural capability to produce offspring. There are various reasons that could hinder fertility/chances of getting pregnant, but the good news is that in most cases, this can be effectively tackled. Equipped with the power of knowing, you can explore your options and experience the joys of motherhood.
Preeclampsia is a common complication that occurs during pregnancy. It is a condition characterised by a rise in blood pressure and protein in the urine. The condition develops after the 20th week of pregnancy. Preeclampsia sometimes develops without any symptoms and hence regular check-ups with the doctor are important to detect and manage preeclampsia effectively for the safety of mother and child.
Breast cancer affects millions of women every year. Typically, the cancer forms in either the lobules or the ducts of the breast. Lobules are the glands that produce milk and ducts are the pathways that bring the milk from the glands to the nipple. Every patient with breast cancer needs to be treated differently depending on the type of cancer and its severity. Timely awareness of cancer will help get the appropriate treatment.
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the cervix, the lower part of a woman's uterus. It is one of the most common cancers found in women; India reporting one of the highest number of deaths from the disease globally. It occurs when abnormal cells on the cervix grow rapidly. Various strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection, play a role in causing cervical cancers. Screening and vaccination can prevent the development of cancer itself.
Ovarian cancer is when abnormal cells in the ovaries begin to multiply to form a tumor. If left untreated, the tumor can spread to other parts of the body. Ovarian cancer is responsible for the death of more than half the women who are affected. Ovarian cancer does not have any prominent symptoms, hence, it is even more important to be aware of the subtle signs, so that it can be treated soon.