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How to Use a Pregnancy Test Kit at Home

How to Use a Pregnancy Test Kit at Home

“The wait for those two lines can feel longer than anything else.” For many women, those few minutes spent staring at a pregnancy test strip can feel like an eternity — filled with hope, anxiety, or curiosity.Yet, in that small moment, accuracy matters most. “Ho…

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What is Blue Waffle? (Myth vs Reality)

What is Blue Waffle? (Myth vs Reality)

“Is Blue Waffle a Real Disease?” Every few months, social media buzzes with frightening images or posts claiming that a so-called “Blue Waffle Disease” is spreading among women.Patients come to me anxious, sometimes whispering, “Doctor, is this real? Do I have it?”…

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What is the Best Age for Pregnancy for Women with PCOS?

What is the Best Age for Pregnancy for Women with PCOS?

“Does having Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) mean I can’t get pregnant?”That’s a question I hear often, says Dr. Deepika Doshi, one of the best gynecologists in Borivali.“The truth is — PCOS doesn’t make you infertile. It just means your body needs a litt…

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Managing Autoimmune Conditions During Pregnancy

Managing Autoimmune Conditions During Pregnancy

Can women with autoimmune conditions safely have a baby?It’s one of the most common — and most emotional — questions women ask in my clinic. The answer is yes. With expert planning, ongoing support, and a strong partnership between patient and doctor, a healthy…

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What is Bartholin Cyst?

What is Bartholin Cyst?

This might sound like a new word, but it isn’t. A Bartholin cyst is more common than you might think, affecting many women worldwide. Despite its prevalence, awareness about this condition is relatively low. Understanding what a Bartholin cyst is, how it develops, and…

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What is Laparoscopy?

What is Laparoscopy?

This is a keyhole endoscopic procedure that enables a thorough examination of female pelvic organs such as the uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. Dye is injected into the uterine cavity to detect leakage into the pelvic cavity through the fallopian tubes….

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Your Guide To The – Third Trimester Of Pregnancy

Your Guide To The – Third Trimester Of Pregnancy

What is the third trimester? A pregnancy lasts for about 40 weeks. The weeks are grouped into three trimesters. The third trimester includes weeks 28 through 40 of pregnancy. The third trimester can be both physically and emotionally challenging for a pregnant woman. Th…

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Your Guide To Second Trimester Of Pregnancy

Your Guide To Second Trimester Of Pregnancy

What is the second trimester?    A pregnancy lasts for about 40 weeks. The weeks are grouped into three trimesters. The second trimester includes weeks 13 through 27 of pregnancy. In the second trimester, the baby grows larger and stronger and many women …

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First Trimester Of Pregnancy – What Should You Know

First Trimester Of Pregnancy – What Should You Know

1. How is pregnancy calculated and the definition of weeks in pregnancy? The unborn baby spends around 38 weeks in the womb, but the average length of pregnancy (gestation) is counted as 40 weeks. This is because pregnancy is counted from the first day of the woman’s…

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