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Dr. Arpita Chakraborty practices at Bombay Hospital, Mumbai and has eight years of experience in the field of ob/gyn. She has passed her medical training with distinction and bagged gold medals in various subjects. Dr. Chakraborty trained in advanced laparoscopy at Bombay Hospital and did FOGSI Certified Course in Obstetrics Ultrasonography.
She has various publications to her credit and has attended conferences across India. She was awarded the first prize in State Conference for best Paper Presentation at Rajgynaecon 2017.
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Propranolol is a beta-blocker drug prescribed for the treatment of cardiac issues such as irregular heart rate and hypertension. Propranolol during pregnancy is seldom prescribed since beta-blockersiXA class of drugs that help protect the heart by blocking some hormone effects and reducing heart activity. may pose a risk to the developing fetus. The drug may…
A homemade soap pregnancy test is done at home with the help of regular bathing soap. The DIY pregnancy test is inexpensive and simple to perform. However, it is unreliable and not backed by any research studies. But is the test worth the try, and does it provide some rough estimation of pregnancy? Keep reading…
Stomach tightening is the feeling of tightness in the abdomen. You might have sharp, shooting pain on the sides of the lower belly when the uterus grows and the skin stretches with the progressing pregnancy. An expectant mother’s stomach may tighten at irregular intervals and relax within minutes. The tightening of the stomach is usually…
Continuous exposure to loud noises during pregnancy can pose health hazards to mothers and growing babies. This may cause maternal stress and hearing problems. Babies can hear even normal levels of sounds from the early second trimester. Fetuses who have exposure to high noise levels, such as noise from rock concerts or jackhammers, have an…
Hydronephrosis refers to the swelling of the kidney due to the accumulation of urine, and the condition is known to affect 90% of pregnant women (1). In this condition, the kidney swells up as the urine is unable to pass through it and reach the bladder due to urinary tract obstruction or blockage. You must…
The hormonal changes and functioning of the immune system make women more susceptible to eye infections while pregnant (1). The common infections that affect the eye during this time are either conjunctivitis or puffiness. The increased blood flow also contributes to this cause. Although these infections are not a cause for concern and will go…
Many women crave pickles during pregnancy. However, they remain unsure whether eating them would be healthy for their baby or not. Pickles are low in nutritional value and high in sodium. When eaten in small quantities, they do not harm the growing fetus in any way. However, if taken in excess, they may cause health…
Some women experience tongue sores during pregnancy. Under normal conditions, tongue sores indicate vitamin deficiencies. But sometimes, they could be due to other benign or serious underlying conditions. Either way, expectant mothers should not neglect tongue sores. If you have had persistent tongue sores, contact your doctor to know the causes. We bring you some…
One of the most common advice you may have heard from well-wishers is to drink plenty of water daily to stay healthy throughout pregnancy. Drinking enough water keeps you hydrated and aids in detoxification. However, you might be wondering if drinking hot water during pregnancy is healthy or not. While drinking water is essential for…