Gynaecology is the medical practice dealing with the health of the female reproductive system. Aware yourself about the female health conditions and get brief information related to it.

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Understanding”

2. Gynaecology
– It is the medical practice which
deals with the health of the
female reproductive systems
– Derived from Greek words:
gyne "woman" and logia,
"study“
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J. Marion Sims
Father of Modern gynaecology
American physician
(January 25, 1813-November 13, 1883)

3. Do you know the health
conditions, which comes under
Gynaecology?
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4. Infertility
– Inability of a person to reproduce by natural means
– Inability of a sexually active, non-contracepting couple to
achieve pregnancy in one year*
• 20-30% due to male infertility
• 20-35% due to female infertility
• 25-40% due to combined problems in both parts
• 10-20% of cases, undefined cause
– Causes
• Ovulation problem
• Age related factors
• Uterine deformities
• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Genetically factors
• Low sperm count
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5. Amenorrhea
– Absence of a menstrual period in a woman
– Types
• Primary amenorrhea
– Absence of menstrual cycle
• Secondary amenorrhea
– Cessation of the menstruation cycle
– Cause
• Low body weight
• Drug-side effects
• Breastfeeding
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6. Dysmenorrhea
– Also known as painful periods, or menstrual cramps
– Types
• Primary dysmenorrhea
– Painful menstruation is not associated with lower abdominal
disease
• Secondary dysmenorrhea
– Painful menstruation caused by lower abdominal disease
– Causes
• Lower abdominal infection
• Intrauterine devices
• Vaginal abnormalities
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7. Vaginitis
– Also known as Vaginal infection
– Inflammation of the vagina, which cause pain &
itching
– Causes
• 90 % due to bacterial Infection
• Hormonal imbalance
• Allergic reaction
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8. Cervical Cancer
– It is the cancer of female
reproductive organ
– Abnormal growth of cells in
lower part of uterus, which
spread to other part of the
body
– Common causes
• 90 % due to Human Papilloma
Virus
• Oral contraceptives
• Multiple pregnancies
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9. When to consult with Gynecologist?
–Consult your Gynecologist if you have any
of the following symptoms:
• Heavy bleeding
• Sensation of burning during urination
• Pain at the time of intercourse
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding during or after
intercourse
• Itching, swelling, or redness in the vaginal area
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