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Dr. Karishma Bhatia did her MS in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) and currently practices in Rohini, North Delhi. She also completed DNB, MNAMS and Fellowship training in Gynaecological Laparoscopy (Kiel, Germany) and Reproductive Medicine. She has over five years of experience in her field and is a lifetime member of AOGD, FOGSI, ESAG.
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It is not unusual to experience some pain and body aches in pregnancy. Hormonal fluctuations lead to these pains in early pregnancy, while in later pregnancy, the expanding uterus exerts pressure on the adjacent nerves and organs, leading to aches and pains. In addition, during pregnancy, the hormone relaxin is released, which causes musculoskeletal pain…
Ketones are produced when the human body uses fat reserves instead of glucose to produce the necessary energy to function, a metabolic state known as ketosis. But why may you find ketones in urine during pregnancy? The presence of ketones in the urine is termed ketonuria (1). The hormonal changes of pregnancy may affect the…
E. coli infection during pregnancy can cause adverse pregnancy outcomes such as preterm rupture of the membrane and preterm birth (1). E.coli bacteria most commonly cause urinary tract infections by entering the urogenital tract. It can be contracted from contaminated food and water sources or through direct contact with an infected person or animal. However,…
Hyperthermia or overheating in pregnancy can be harmful to you and your unborn baby. In a pregnant woman, a rise in base (internal) temperature to more than 39°C (102°F) (maternal fever) is regarded as dangerous to fetus growth (1). Therefore, if you develop a fever, dehydration, heatstroke, or tiredness while pregnant, you should consult a…
Although giving birth is a joyful experience, delivering a baby through C-section or cesarean takes a toll on the body. However, rehabilitation methods and activities such as yoga after a cesarean section may aid your postpartum recovery. If you are exploring this possibility, you may have many questions regarding when you can begin yoga after…