Teenage pregnancy is defined as a pregnancy which ends when the female is still under the age of 20 years. It is important to realize that girls are capable of becoming pregnant as soon as they get to puberty. Some 12 to 13 year olds have become pregnant even before their first period! The rates of teenage pregnancies vary in different countries, but over 90 percent occur in developing countries.
Read more ..... Permanent contraception is also referred to as sterilization. As the name implies, it is a permanent form of birth control. It is suitable for couples who harbor no future desires for more children, and is also recommended in individuals with certain medical conditions where pregnancy is ill advised
Read more ..... OBGYN stands for Obstetrician and Gynecologists, specialized in the care of women (and sometimes men) in matters of reproductive health. When women become unwell, there is an almost inevitable predilection to consult an OBGYN. This sometimes happens even when the apparent problem is very remote from reproductive health. Even though OBGYNs still retain general medical knowledge, their specialization means that they are best skilled to handle reproductive health issues.
Read more ..... The New Year is almost upon us. We can anticipate some changes in several aspects of our lives in 2015 and beyond. Women’s healthcare will not be left behind, you will notice plenty of new stuff in matters related to your health. For starters, you will play an increasing role in managing your own health. You will decide when to see your healthcare provider, and when not to bother. It’s all very well to be advised about routine visits to check on your health, but you alone will decide which appointments to honor.
Read more ..... Disease prevention is a strategy that aims to provide interventions that limit the chances of specific diseases ever occurring. Some gynecological problems can be prevented with lifestyle modifications or screening tests.
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