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05/06/2024

Dear ladies, why have you not gone for cervical cancer screening?

Despite the awareness about cervical cancer on various media platforms, why have you still not done the screening.

Don't assume that only older women have cervical cancer. I have seen 27 year old with cancer of the cervix and its such a sad one.

One good side of cervical cancer is that the major organism implicated, the human papilloma virus (HPV) leaves 'enough' room for intervention before it undergoes transformation into cancer.

Regardless of when you first start having s*x, if you are aged 21 and above, please go for cervical cancer screening.

30/05/2024

Untreated or poorly treated s*xually transmitted infections (STIs) that spread upward from the va**na and cervix are one of the most common causes of tubal blockage in women.

Specifically, STIs can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) if left untreated. PID is an infection of the upper reproductive organs like the fallopian tubes, ovaries, and uterus.

When PID occurs, the infection and inflammation can scar and damage the fallopian tubes. This scarring can partially or completely block the tubes, preventing the passage of the egg from the o***y to the uterus for fertilization.

Tubal blockage from previous untreated STIs is a leading cause of infertility in women. Even a single episode of PID can create scar tissue in the tubes.

That's why it's so important to consult your doctor to receive prompt treatment if you have infection. This can prevent the infection from ascending and causing PID and tubal damage.

There are other causes of tubal blockage but untreated STI that progresses to PID is one of the most prevalent risk factors.
Untreated or poorly treated s*xually transmitted infections (STIs) that spread upward from the va**na and cervix are one of the most common causes of tubal blockage in women.

Specifically, STIs can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) if left untreated. PID is an infection of the upper reproductive organs like the fallopian tubes, ovaries, and uterus.

When PID occurs, the infection and inflammation can scar and damage the fallopian tubes. This scarring can partially or completely block the tubes, preventing the passage of the egg from the o***y to the uterus for fertilization.

Tubal blockage from previous untreated STIs is a leading cause of infertility in women. Even a single episode of PID can create scar tissue in the tubes.

That's why it's so important to consult your doctor to receive prompt treatment if you have infection. This can prevent the infection from ascending and causing PID and tubal damage.

There are other causes of tubal blockage but untreated STI that progresses to PID is one of the most prevalent risk factors.

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23/05/2024

Missed Period but negative pregnancy test?

There are several causes of irregular periods.

Irregular period can get ladies worried, whether they are trying to get pregnant now or not.

A client once walked into the consulting room with complaints of irregular period. She had gone two months without menstruating, yet she wasn't pregnant

She came with results of investigations she had carried out on her own. The results of the 'tests' were essentially normal.

After asking series of questions, it was discovered her issue was that of s*xually transmitted infections.

Sexually transmitted infections can sometimes cause irregular periods in women. STIs can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) if left untreated.

PID can scar the reproductive organs and disrupt the normal menstrual cycle, leading to irregular or missed periods.

The client above was treated and her me**es resumed, normally.

Some ladies could experience irregular periods from time to time, especially when just starting periods as a teenager or approaching menopausal years.

However, if irregular periods persist, it's a good idea to see a doctor, not go to a lab to do tests yourself.

Your doctor will make the right diagnosis, he or she knows the right investigations to order.

The messages here are clear. You could miss your period for several reasons and you are not pregnant. But the laboratory is not the first point of call, your doctor should be the first.

22/05/2024

It’s a misconception to think that family planning is just for people who already have kids.

Couples who don't have children yet can do family planning if they are not ready to have a baby right away.

Using birth control methods allows you to avoid an unplanned pregnancy before you are ready emotionally, financially, and in your relationships to have a child.

It gives you control over when you become parents. There are many safe and effective ways for you to prevent pregnancy until you feel ready to start a family.

In addition, don’t listen to anyone who tells you that first-time mothers cannot do family planning. That’s from a place of ignorance.

Ladies, stop leaving things to chance, if you have unprotected s*x, you can get pregnant. Do family planning today!

11/05/2024

𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐱 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝?

Yes, it is possible to get pregnant any time you have unprotected s*x irrespective of any day in your cycle. If you do not want to get pregnant, it’s always best to use birth control methods e.g condoms, IUDs etc.

The day you have s*x does not matter. As long as the s*x is unprotected and you are not on any birth control method, pregnancy can happen.

09/05/2024

𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 “𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐮𝐛𝐞𝐬”

Bilateral tubal ligation (BTL), commonly known as "tying your tubes” is a is a form of birth control that permanently prevents pregnancy in women.

This procedure is for women who have decided that they do not want to have any more children in the future. It is an option for those who have completed their family size and want a permanent form of contraception.

The fallopian tubes, which are the tubes that carry the eggs from the ovaries to the uterus are sealed. Once the fallopian tubes are blocked or sealed, the eggs released by the ovaries can no longer travel to the uterus, and s***m cannot reach the eggs. This effectively prevents fertilization and pregnancy.

BTL is a safe and effective form of permanent birth control for women who are certain they do not want any more children. You “cannot change your mind” after the procedure is done. That is why it is important to carefully consider the decision and discuss all options with a healthcare provider before undergoing the procedure.

09/05/2024

𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐢𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫?

When a woman is breastfeeding her baby, it's very common for her monthly period (also called menstrual cycle) to either not come back for a while or to be irregular. This is completely normal and nothing to worry about.

The reason for this is that breastfeeding causes hormonal changes in the mother's body. One of the hormones, called prolactin, remains at higher levels during breastfeeding. This high prolactin level can suppress the release of other hormones that are necessary for the menstrual cycle.

As long as a mother is exclusively breastfeeding her baby (meaning the baby is receiving only breast milk and no other food or liquids), her period is likely to stay away or come irregularly. This is nature's way of delaying fertility and preventing another pregnancy too soon after giving birth.

Please note that every woman's experience is different. For some, their periods may return within a few months of giving birth, while for others, it may take much longer, especially if they are breastfeeding exclusively.

09/05/2024

𝐔𝐍𝐔𝐒𝐔𝐀𝐋 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐊 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐆𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐀𝐔𝐒𝐄 𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐘 𝐈𝐍 𝐆𝐄𝐓𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐓

Ngozi had always dreamed of becoming a mother. At 28 years old, she felt ready to start trying for a baby with her husband. They were both excited to begin this new chapter in their lives, eagerly looking forward to the day they would welcome their first child.

However, a few months after they started trying to conceive, Ngozi noticed something unusual. She was experiencing a milky discharge from both of her breasts, even though she wasn't breastfeeding a baby. At first, she thought it was just a temporary irregularity, so she didn't pay much attention to it.

Weeks turned into months, and the milky discharge persisted. Ngozi began to worry, but she didn't know if this was something she should be concerned about. She never imagined it could be a potential barrier to getting pregnant.

After four months of dealing with the discharge, Ngozi finally mustered up the courage to visit the hospital. That's when she learned that the condition she was experiencing could interfere with her menstrual cycle and make it more difficult to conceive.

The inappropriate production of breast milk, known as galactorrhea, could be caused by various factors, including hormonal imbalances, medications, or other causes. In Ngozi's case, a slight hormonal imbalance was suspected as the culprit.

With the help of her doctor, Ngozi was able to address the issue and receive appropriate treatment. It took a few months of monitoring and adjustments, but eventually, the milky discharge subsided, and her menstrual cycles became more regular.

Finally, after nearly a year of trying, Ngozi and her husband received the joyous news they had been hoping for – she was pregnant! They were grateful they sought medical help when they did.

Milky discharge from your breasts when you are not breastfeeding is not normal. Whether you are trying to get pregnant or not, you should seek medical attention if you notice any unusual discharge from your breast as a lady.

08/05/2024

𝐇𝐎𝐖 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐘 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐃𝐎𝐄𝐒 𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐎𝐑-𝟐 𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐃𝐘?

Postinor-2 is an emergency contraceptive pill that you can take to prevent pregnancy after having unprotected s*x. It contains a hormone called levonorgestrel, which is the main ingredient that helps prevent pregnancy.

After taking Postinor-2, the levonorgestrel hormone remains effective in preventing pregnancy for up to 72 hours (3 days) after you had unprotected s*xual in*******se. This means that if you take the pill within 3 days of having unprotected s*x, it can help prevent you from getting pregnant.

However, even though the pill's effectiveness in preventing pregnancy lasts for around 3 days, traces of the hormone and its break down byproducts can still be found in your body for a longer period, typically up to a week or slightly more.

In simple terms, while Postinor-2 itself works to prevent pregnancy for up to 3 days after taking it, some remnants of the hormone and its byproducts may remain in your body for up to a week or more after taking the pill.

08/05/2024

𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐘 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐄𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐃𝐒?

When we talk about family planning, the first thing that usually comes to people's minds is female contraceptive methods like birth control pills, intrauterine devices (IUDs), or female sterilization. While these methods are effective and widely used, it's important to remember that family planning is a shared responsibility between man and woman.

Male contraceptive options, although not as widely discussed or promoted, play a crucial role in preventing unintended pregnancies and ensuring reproductive health.

Here are currently available male contraceptive methods:

1. Condoms (Male Condoms)

Condoms are the most widely used and accessible male birth control method. Condoms are effective in preventing pregnancies and protecting against s*xually transmitted infections (STIs) when used correctly and consistently.

However, if you do not wear a condom properly or do not use it every time you have in*******se, the risk of unwanted pregnancy can be as high as nearly 1 in 5 couples.

For condoms to be effective, you must put on the condom before any ge***al contact and use a new condom for every act of in*******se.

2. Vasectomy

A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting or blocking the vas deferens, the tubes that carry s***m from the testicles to the urethra.

This permanent method of male sterilization prevents the release of s***m during ej*******on, effectively preventing pregnancies. It is very effective, however, not a reversible method.

It is important to know that choosing a birth control method is a personal decision. It's always advisable to consult with your healthcare professional to discuss the best option for your individual needs and lifestyle.

07/05/2024

𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐗 𝐒𝐓𝐘𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐘?

There is this popular belief that people pass around about s*x positions and pregnancy. They believe that some s*x positions are better than others for avoiding pregnancy.

For instance, some believe that doing it while standing up or only going in partially can prevent the s***m from getting all the way up there to meet an egg and fertilize it.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐨, there are no particular s*xual positions or techniques that prevent pregnancy."

The reality is that anytime s***m is ej******ed into the va**na, there's a risk of pregnancy. It doesn't matter what position or depth, - the s***m can still swim up through the cervix to potentially fertilize an egg.

The reliable ways to prevent pregnancy are barrier methods like condoms, hormonal birth control like the pill, IUDs, or getting one partner permanently sterilized.

So, if you are not ready for a baby yet, make sure to use real birth control method and not just believe those kinds of myths.

07/05/2024

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