2025: The Year to Tackle Common Women's Health Issues with Minimally Invasive Surgery
Dr. Swati Chitnis Dr. Swati Chitnis

2025: The Year to Tackle Common Women's Health Issues with Minimally Invasive Surgery

2025 is the perfect year to prioritize women’s health. Minimally invasive procedures like laparoscopic surgery are revolutionizing gynecology, offering faster recovery, less pain, and precise treatments for conditions like fibroids, endometriosis, and ovarian cysts. Discover why this year is ideal to take charge of your health and find expert gynecological care.

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The bladder workout: Tame Overactive Bladder without Surgery
Dr. Swati Chitnis Dr. Swati Chitnis

The bladder workout: Tame Overactive Bladder without Surgery

Most people take bladder and bowel control for granted — until something goes wrong. The unintended loss of urine is significant enough to make it difficult for them to maintain good hygiene and carry on ordinary social and work lives. The good news is that treatments are becoming more effective and less invasive.

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“Brain Rot” Alert: 5 Surprising Ways It’s Hurting Women’s Health
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“Brain Rot” Alert: 5 Surprising Ways It’s Hurting Women’s Health

Are your online habits secretly harming your health? "Brain rot"—a term for mental overload caused by excessive screen time—can impact women’s physical and reproductive health in surprising ways. From irregular cycles to stress-induced fertility challenges, learn how to protect your well-being with actionable tips from a gynecologist's perspective.

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Chocolate Cysts 101: When Surgery Might Be the Answer

Chocolate Cysts 101: When Surgery Might Be the Answer

Ovarian endometriomas, often called "chocolate cysts," can cause pain, fertility issues, and other challenges for women. This guide covers everything you need to know about ovarian endometriomas, from how they're diagnosed to why surgery might be recommended and what recovery looks like. If you're experiencing symptoms or considering treatment, here's what to expect and how surgery could improve your quality of life.

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Ultrasound in Pregnancy: Common Misconceptions Explained!
Dr. Swati Chitnis Dr. Swati Chitnis

Ultrasound in Pregnancy: Common Misconceptions Explained!

Ultrasounds are a key part of prenatal care, yet many misconceptions surround their use. Are they safe for the baby? How many do you actually need? Can they detect every issue or reveal the baby’s gender? In this blog, gynaecologist and laparoscopic surgeon, Dr. Swati Chitnis debunks five common myths about ultrasounds, shedding light on what’s true and what isn’t. Understanding these facts will help you feel more informed and at ease during your pregnancy journey.

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 FAQs

 
  • The answer to all these questiions is YES. Government of India has authorized use of COVISHIELD & COVAXIN in preconceptional, pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Consult your gynaecologist for vaccination advice

  • No. You can safely continue to breastfeed. wear a mask, practice hand hygiene and allow another healthy adult take care of your child when not feeding. If you are very sick/hospitalized, you can still pump and send BM for baby.

  • Not needed. You can carry on all your routine activity while planning to conceive. Once you come to know that you are pregnant, ask your gynaecologist for guidance.

  • You will not go into menopause immediately after hysterectomy if your ovaries have been conserved. If you have undergone oophorectomy as well (ovaries removed), you will have immediate menopause.

    Weight gain after any surgery is more related to restricted physical activity. You can resume it after 6-8 weeks (as per doctors advice) and get rid of it.

  • Ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves to image the foetus (unborn baby). It is safe and radiation free. In addition, MRI is also radiation free and safe

5 Tips to manage Dysmenorrhoea

Dysmenorrhoea or menstrual pain so so common, yet we do not talk about it. Millions of women miss school, work and suffer everyday due to period pain. Watch this video to know how you can manage dysmenorrhoea on the go.

Laparoscopic excision of Ectopic pregnancy

Laparoscopy and high definition ultrasound have revolutionized the treatment of ectopic pregnancy. Ectopic pregnancy can now be diagnosed early and managed with laparoscopy, resulting in less blood loss, minimal post op discomfort and fast recovery. In this video, the surgery is done using bipolar cautery and scissors