What is Anomaly Scan? An anomaly scan, also known as mid-pregnancy scan, is a detailed scan usually carried out between 19 and 22 weeks of pregnancy. The anomaly scan checks the physical development of the baby- however, it cannot detect every condition. Anomaly Scan Weeks An anomaly scan is also known as 20th week scan, and […]
In pregnancy, the due date (or estimated due date) is when onset of labor is expected to happen spontaneously. The due date can be estimated by adding 9 months and 7 days (280 days) to the first day of your last menstrual period. Human babies take around 38 weeks (266 days) to fully develop inside […]
While the most efficient way of pregnancy confirmation is a pregnancy test, there are several early signs of pregnancy that might point toward the possibility. As every woman is different, so are the signs and symptoms of pregnancy. On one hand, everyone woman would have different early signs of pregnancy, and on the other hand, […]
Genital warts are one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, that affect majority of sexually active population at some point in their lives. Genital warts occur in moist tissues of genital area, and they look like flesh-colored, small bumps. They are usually too small to be visible, but sometimes they have cauliflower-like appearance. Genital […]
Pregnancy calculator provides an estimated pregnancy schedule using the last period date, due date, conception date, ultrasound date or the IVF transfer date. The pregnancy calculator works by addition 40 weeks (280 days) to the first day of last menstrual period- the period and the ovulation phase are counted as initial 2 weeks of pregnancy. […]
An ovulation calculator helps in finding out your most fertile days. In addition, it also provides an estimate about: your next period, when you should take a pregnancy test and your estimated due date if you are pregnant. Knowing more about your body and your menstrual cycle can increase your chances of conception. Hence ovulation […]
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis, also known as ‘degenerative joint disease’ or ‘wear and tear arthritis’, is the most common type of arthritis. It generally occurs in knees, hands, spine, and hips. Osteoarthritis causes the cartilage within joint to break down, hence changing the underlying bone. These alterations slowly develop and get worse over time. Osteoarthritis […]
Dermatitis is a common term used to describe skin irritation. It is several types and causes, and results in dry, itchy skin with rashes. It can also cause blisters, crusting, oozing or flaking-off of skin. Dermatitis is not contagious, but it can make the patient feel self-conscious and uncomfortable. For early diagnosis and efficient treatment […]
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory and autoimmune disease, in which the immune system of the body starts attacking healthy cells by mistake, causing painful swelling (inflammation) in certain parts of the body- usually joints. Several joints can be affected by rheumatoid arthritis at once, especially in wrists, hands, and knees. The lining of joints […]
Melasma is a skin condition known for causing spots and patches on skin, that are darker than the natural skin tone. Melasma on face is more common, as compared to other parts of body. Although it is a common skin condition, melasma can sometimes be mistaken for other skin conditions as well. For accurate diagnosis […]
