VAGINAL INFECTIONS & FACTS

Vaginal Discharge Is a common presenting symptoms with a lot of girls and women of various age groups. it can be either

  • Physiological (or)
  • Pathological

Physiological Vaginal Discharge:
It is white, clear, non offensive discharge which varies in amount and consistency with menstrual cycle.

Pathological Vaginal Discharge :
It can be due to various reasons like

  • Non infective causes
  • Non sexually transmitted infections
  • Sexually transmitted infections

So when do u meet a gynecology for vaginal discharge?
Meet the gynecologist when u have symptoms like mentioned below:

  • Heavier discharge than usual
  • Discharge that is thicker
  • Pus like discharge
  • White curd like discharge
  • Foul smelling discharge
  • Greenish / yellowish / blood tinged discharge
  • Discharge that is associated with itching / burning / rashes

How can we prevent vaginal infections?

  • Practise basic personal hygiene
  • Do not use perfumed douches
  • Avoid perfumed artificial lubricants
  • Avoid wearing tight / synthetic underpants
  • Change your napkins during periods frequently
  • Avoid oil fried foods/ spicy foods/ foods high on salt
  • Hydrate yourself well always
  • Treatment of sexual partners
  • If you are a diabetic, keep your blood sugar levels under good control
  • Always do a routinue cervical cancer screening- pap smear every once in 2 years [ for women between 25 yrs to 65 yrs]

For more clarifications ,
Book an appointment
Our senior gyneacologist / laproscopic surgeon,
Dr.sunitha sivakumar MD(og), DRM, D.Mas( Germany)
Contact : (0416)2253400, 2252114
www.drsivakumarhospital.com

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Vaginismus

Vaginismus Definition:

Vaginal tightness, discomfort, burning, pain, penetration problems, inability to have intercourse… sound familiar?

Your not alone!

Symptoms:
1) Burning or stinging with tightness during sex
2) Difficult/impossible penetration, entry pain, uncomfortable insertion of penis
3 ) Unconsummated marriage, not by the couple’s choice
4) Ongoing sexual discomfort or pain following childbirth, yeast/urinary infections, STDs, IC, hysterectomy, cancer and surgeries, rape, menopause, or other issues.
5) Ongoing sexual pain of unknown origin, with no apparent cause
6) Difficulty inserting tampons or undergoing a pelvic/gynecological exam
7) Spasms in other body muscle groups (legs, lower back, etc.) and/or halted breathing during attempts at intercourse.
8) Avoidance of sex due to pain/or tightness.

For further clarifications,
visit our senior Gyneacologist & Laproscopic surgeon,
DR.SUNITHA SIVAKUMAR Md( Og), DRM( Reproductive medicine, Germany),
D.Mas( Laproscopy, Germany)
For appointments, contact – 0416- 2253400, 0416- 2252114, 0416-2909192

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Lower Abdominal pain in women

Lots of women get pelvic pain and cramping, but your period isn’t always to blame. Cysts,Urine infection, constipation,Irritable bowel disease( IBS), Ectopic pregnancy are just a few reasons a woman can experience crampy pain when there is NO PERIODS.

In case you are experiencing crampy pain during periods, it’s called Dysmenorrhea.
Causes for Pain during periods are many

For more clarifications:
DR.SUNITHA SIVAKUMAR MD(og), DRM, D.Mas( Germany)
Consultation Timings :
10 am to 6pm( mon to fri)
10 am to 1pm ( sat)
For appointments and enquiries – contact 0416 – 2253400, 0416 – 2252114, 0416-2909192

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கருப்பை பாலிப்கள் என்றால் என்ன ?

கருப்பை பாலிப்கள், எண்டோமெட்ரியல் பாலிப்ஸ் என்றும் அழைக்கப்படுகின்றன, இது ஒரு பெண்ணின் கருப்பை அல்லது கருப்பையில் உட்புறத்தில் சிறிய, மென்மையான வளர்ச்சியாகும் அவை கருப்பையை எண்டோமெட்ரியம் என்று அழைக்கும் திசுக்களிலிருந்து வருகின்றன .

பெரும்பாலான கருப்பை பாலிப்கள் புற்றுநோய் அல்ல. பல பெண்களுக்கு அறிகுறிகள் இல்லை, சிலருக்கு சிகிச்சை தேவையில்லை. ஆனால் அவற்றை கண்டுபிடித்து அகற்ற மருத்துவர்களுக்கு பல வழிகள் உள்ளன.

கருப்பை பாலிப்களின் அறிகுறிகள் :

உங்களுக்கு எந்த அறிகுறிகளும் இல்லாமல் இருக்கலாம், குறிப்பாக உங்களிடம் சிறிய பாலிப்கள் அல்லது ஒன்று இருந்தால் மட்டுமே. நீங்கள் கவனித்தால் உங்கள் மருத்துவரிடம் பேசுங்கள்:

1) ஒழுங்கற்ற மாதவிடாய் காலங்கள் , அவற்றின் நேரம், நீளம் அல்லது கனத்தை நீங்கள் கணிக்க முடியாதபோது
2) கனமான மாதவிடாய் காலங்கள்,
3) காலங்களுக்கு இடையில் இரத்தப்போக்கு அல்லது புள்ளிகள்
4) மாதவிடாய் நின்ற பிறகு யோனி இரத்தப்போக்கு
5) கர்ப்பம் தரிப்பதில் சிக்கல்

For more information about heavy menstrual bleeding you can book an appointment with
DR.SUNITHA SIVAKUMAR MD(og), DRM, D.Mas( Germany)
Consultation Timings :
10 am to 5pm( mon to fri)
10 am to 1pm ( sat)
For appointments and enquiries – contact 0416 – 2253400, 0416 – 2252114, 0416-2909192

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Harmonal imbalance and peri menopause

Perimenopause is the transition into menopause. It occurs when your ovaries gradually begin to produce less of the hormone estrogen. Since the hormonal balance of your body is changing, it’s normal to experience symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats. You may also notice your metabolism slowing down and have bloated sensation of abdomen often.You might be experiencing frequent mood swings and restlessness which may not be your true nature. Feel free to discuss your peri menopausal symptoms which occur usually after 40 years with our Team of expert gynecologists headed by DR.SUNITHA SIVAKUMAR MD(og), DRM, D.Mas( Germany)

Consultation timings :
10 am to 5pm( mon to fri)
10 am to 1pm ( sat)

For appointments and enquiries – contact 0416 – 2253400, 0416 – 2252114

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Severe pain during periods? Why?

Many young girls above 14 yrs and women in middle age below 50 yrs can experience severe abdominal pain and low back pain during periods.

We live in the MYTH- increased pain is common during periods.
FACT : Mild tiredness and minimal cramps are common. If the pain disturbs your regular work then you need to consult a gyneac asap.

# Causes are different #Evaluation is a must # Right Diagnosis # Endometriosis # Regular exercise # Healthy diet # Keep a pad count always # Ideal weight maintenance #Your health Is your PRIORITY.

For further clarifications on this – Please visit our expert team of gynecologists – Headed by

Dr.Sunitha Sivakumar
MD( og), DRM (reproductive medicine), D.MAS( Laproscopy , Germany).
Senior Consultant Gyneacologist & Laproscopic surgeon.

Timings :
10 am to 6pm ( mon to fri)
10 am to 2pm ( saturday)

For Appointments :
Contact – 0416 2253400, 0416 – 2252114
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Dr.Sunitha Sivakumar MD.,(OG).,
D.MAS (Germany)., DRM (Germany)
Gynaecology & Laproscopic surgeon / Fertility specialist.

HEAVY MENSTRUAL BLEEDING IN MIDDLE AGED WOMEN

Your flow is heavy it:

  • Your flow soaks through tampons or pads every hour for a few hours in a row
  • You need to change pads or tampons during the night
  • You fully soak six or more regular (or three or more maxi) pads/ tampons.
  • You collect more than 30 ml of blood in your menstrual cup

Your flow is medium if:

  • You use between two and five regular (two or more maxi) pads or tampons (fully soaked).
  • You collect between ten and 25 ml of blood in your menstrual cup

Your flow is light if:

  • You use between one and two regular pads/ tampons (fully soaked).
  • You collect between ten and 5 ml and 10 ml of blood in your menstrual cup

Your flow is very light if:

  • Pantiliners are sufficient for preventing leakage
  • You collect less than 5 ml of blood in your menstrual cup.

If you or your dear ones experience increased menstrual flow or intermitted spotting in vagina or increased pain abdomen during periods . Please feel free to consult our experienced Gynecologist team for clarifying your doubts.

FOR APPOINTMENTS , 0416 – 2252114, 0416 – 2253400.
Appointment time : Mon to Fri 10 am to 6pm
Saturday 10 am to 2pm
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Well women health check up & Master health check up

A women’s health is her family’s Capital.

  • Well women basic health check up @ Rs.1500(Tests worth Rs.2500)
  • Well women complete health check up & cervical cancer screening @ Rs.4000( Tests worth Rs.6000)
  • Gynecologist consultation @ Rs.200

Offer Period :

Dec 17th to Dec 25th only.
For Further Details :
Call : +91 6379090031
Please come for these tests in fasting between 6 am to 8 am in the morning.

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What is a Colposcopy?

A Colposcopy is the exam of the vulva, the vagina and / or the cervix with an instrument called colposcope. The colposcpoe is like a pair of binoculars placed on a pole to the floor.

When is it done?

A Colposcopy is performed after an abnormal pap smear test, to determine if the abnormal cells are the result of a vaginal infection or due to inflammation or something else serious.

#SKMH GYNEACOLOGY # Cervical Cancer screening done#
Mandatory for patient having repeated white discharge in vagina for many times in a year

  • Patients who are diabetic
  • hypertensive
  • obese
  • Family history of cancer in uterus or cervix
  • Early age at marriage
  • Early childbirth are all at high risk.

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Harmful use of Alcohol Causes

  • Alcohol – occasional drinking can become social drinking – once a week to thrice a week as stress increases
  • Find a healthier option to bond with friends and family.
  • Alcohol looks like fun but can affect every cell of ur body gradually and leaves it irreplacable.
  • Want to stop this habit ? Want a better future with a healthier version of u?
  • Have a appoinment with our counselling team of expert doctors who can revamp ur alcohol habit gradually.
  • Every wednesday – 2pm to 4pm on prior appointment only

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FIBROID CLINIC

  • #Fibroids in uterus are also called Leiyomyomas.
  • #Position of fibroids matter a lot in treatment decision
  • # symptoms of fibroids can be ranging from lower abdominal pain,increased flow in menstrual cycles, spotting
  • persistently after menstrual cycles, pain during or after intercourse, irregular menstrual cycles ( once in 15 to 18 days) etc,
  • ## Meet our expert Gyneacologist team to BUST THE MYTHS ON FIBROIDS IF U HAVE ANY ONE OF THE ABOVE SYMPTOMS.
  • ## FIBROID CLINIC – EVERY WEDNESDAY 10AM TO 2PM
  • ## Say NO to FEAR and unnecessary mental trauma in selecting the right method of TREATMENT PROTOCOL

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ENDOMETRIOSIS & SYMPTOMS

Living with endometriosis is painful – during, after & before periods
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Endometriosis is a condition in a women’s body in age group 15 to 50 , where the lady menstruates regularly yet its painful. Endometriosis patients will have regular or irregular , mostly accompanied by any one of the following associated symptoms:

  • Severe to moderate pain during periods
  • Pain while passing motion during periods( in case of bowel involvement)
  • Pain while having intercourse and a few mins after intercourse
  • Spotting bleed in vagina a few days prior to periods or a few days post periods.
  • Difficulty in conceiving for a child ( reduced fertility)

Endometriosis though a chronic painful condition, women can approach the experienced gynecologist team to alleviate their sufferings through proper mode of treatment.

## Endometriosis## Not a Taboo any more##
# Meet our expert Gynecologist team #
Contact : 0416 – 2252114, 0416- 2253400.
Mon to Sat : 10 am to 3pm

Non Communicable Diseases – NCDs

  • Tobacco
  • Alcohol
  • Air Pollution
  • Unhealthy diet
  • Physical inactivity

These are the main risk factors for noncommunicable diseases like heart disease, stroke, cancer or diabetes.
Here’s what you can do for a healthier life.

## STAY HEALTHY, EAT HEALTHY ## ## MASTER HEALTH CHECK UP ## CARDIO HEALTH CHECK UP## WELL WOMEN HEALTH CHECK UP ## CANCER SCREENING FOR MEN & WOMEN ##

For further details contact – FRONT DESK @ 0416 2253400, 0416- 2252114

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OBESITY AND CANCER

Why do women of reproductive and peri menopausal age need to maintain an ideal body weight ?
Find out the Bonding between OBESITY AND CANCER !

  • Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with ideal body weight ( BMI 18 to 24) with weekly 4 times of 1hr of moderate physical activity( cardio) is beneficial.
  • Ladies in between 30 to 55 yrs ( reproductive age) need a cancer screening for cervix and breast atleast once in 2 years.
  • Cancer cervix – can be screened by a non invasive LBC PAP SMEAR test with HPV DNA detection by a gyneacologist
  • Breast Cancer screening – women needs to know the steps for breast self examination and annual once examination by a gynaecologist with once in 3 years MAMMOGRAM is essential.
  • If u have a positive family history of cancer in breast/ uterus / cervix – get urself screened once a year by a gyneacologist.

## CANCER AWARNESS MONTH##

$#$ PREVENTION AND SCREENING FOR CANCER$#$

*DEAR LADIES , STAY HEALTHY & BE AWARE *

Meet our team of doctors in gynecology to know more about Cancer screening in women and be benefitted.

Monday to friday 10 am to 5 pm

Sat 10am to 2pm

For further clarifications / appointment – please contact 0416 – 2252114, 0416- 2253400.

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CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING – PAP SMEAR

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Cervical Cancer is the second most common form of cancer in women, which is why every sexually active woman age 25 or older must complete this test.

How is a PAP Test?

  • The Doctor introduces a speculum (Metal or plastic instrumnet) to separate the walls of the vagina.
  • The Doctor take the cells of the cervix using a spatula (a stick) or a cytobrush (special brush)
  • The Doctor spreads the cells taken from a glass slide.
  • The Doctorexamines the uterus and ovaries to detect abnormalities.

Women do not hesitate to carry out your PAP Test there is nothing wizard especially since the PAP Test is a prevention go in a crowd

Facts About FIBROIDS IN UTERUS

  • Not all Fibroids need surgery.
  • size and location of fibroids decide the treatment type.
  • If women is suffering from increased periods flow or increased pain during periods – checking for presence of fibroids is essential.
  • Fibroids generally reduce in size after menopause but need monitoring.
  • Fibroids can produce Infertility if its near the cavity.
  • Laproscopic surgery or open surgery for fibroids have been effective in women when surgery is needed.

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