ObGyn Care of Oklahoma: Shaurin Patel, M.D.

06/26/2019

Why You Need a Transvaginal Ultrasound During Pregnancy
http://ow.ly/pfFW30oJwtv

Ultrasounds during early pregnancy are an important part of your routine prenatal care. These ultrasounds can confirm a viable pregnancy, confirm that the pregnancy is not ectopic, and help confirm the estimated due date. During these scans, a transvaginal ultrasound is best for getting the necessary images. Like a transabdominal ultrasound, these too are painless.

Ultrasounds are available at OBGYN Care of Oklahoma for your convenience.

06/25/2019

Should You Reschedule Your Pap Smear If Your Period Arrives?
(http://ow.ly/SUq730oJwu4)

Rescheduling your Pap smear might be wise and this is why: if you're bleeding, your Pap smear results may not be accurate. Postponing your test would prevent the potential ordeal of having to retest after an unclear result.

Note: This doesn't apply to pelvic exams for other reasons like abnormal bleeding.

06/24/2019

Longer days and warmer temperatures mean more opportunities to get outside and get active! Try running, biking, swimming, or hiking. And yes, gardening or walking the dog counts as exercise!

06/21/2019

It gets more and more challenging to keep track of what's happening in the medical world. Here are a few medical paradoxes that you've probably never heard before, but won't soon forget:
- Drinking something hot helps your body cool down
- More than half of your bones are not in the most prominent parts; they're in your hands and feet
- Cholesterol-free labels can be harmful to your cholesterol levels
- If you are tired, exercise will help

If you want to dig deeper into these facts and learn more, click here: http://ow.ly/LxNz30oJwte

06/20/2019

When Will You Go Through Menopause?
(http://ow.ly/802O30oJwu1)

Just like with puberty, there is no way to tell when you'll enter the next phase of your life. While the average age of women entering menopause is 51, the reality is that menopause can happen anywhere from the late 30's to the 60's. Menopause won't happen without your body first giving you a few clues like hot flashes, mood swings, or irregular periods.

06/19/2019

Making Your Birth Plan When You're Pregnant with Twins
http://ow.ly/hZ7e30oJwtt

When you're pregnant with twins, you'll have extra monitoring to make sure you and your babies stay healthy. Even though many multiples are delivered via a scheduled C-section, it's still helpful to write your birth plan. Thinking about breastfeeding your babies? Include that on your birth plan too!

If you have questions about your delivery plans or need to schedule your next prenatal appointment, contact us via the link provided.

06/18/2019

Simple Little Tips to Keep Yourself Healthy
(http://ow.ly/E1xF30oJwta)

Now more than ever, more women are working full-time jobs, and some are juggling that along with marriage and parenting. It can get so easy to neglect your health when you want to make sure everyone around you is healthy. Not skipping breakfast is one way to keep yourself healthy. Here are other simple tips you can do to keep yourself healthy.

Ready to improve your life big time? Check out these 23 easy eays to feel better and live longer from one of TV's most famous docs

06/17/2019

Should You Consider Genetic Counseling?
(http://ow.ly/R5kq30oJwu0)

Are you thinking about starting a family? Genetic counseling can give you helpful information to prepare you for potential conditions that your baby can inherit. According to the National Partnership for Women & Families, genetic counseling is an important family planning service that allows you to make informed decisions for your family.

Childbirth Connection promotes safe, effective and satisfying evidence-based maternity care and is a voice for the needs and interests of childbearing families. Learn more: childbirthconnection.org and .

06/14/2019

Do You Take St. John's Wort? This Is Why Your Gynecologist Needs to Know What Supplements You Take
(http://ow.ly/2M2z30oJwtW)

St. John's Wort is an herbal supplement used to promote good moods, but this supplement can affect certain types of birth control. In fact, St. John's Wort can affect your hormone levels to the point of allowing breakthrough bleeding!

Certain meds do interfere with birth control—not most antibiotics, though.

06/13/2019

Tips to Reduce Your Risk of Skin Cancer
(http://ow.ly/6qpN30oJwt9)

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. And now that summer has arrived, it's more important than ever to make sure you take proper care of your skin. Understanding what your potential risks are is the first step to making sure you live a healthy and skin cancer-free life.

Understanding the risks is the first step in making informed lifestyle changes that may help you lower your chances of developing skin cancer. Read more.

06/12/2019

Choosing Birth Control When You Have an Erratic Schedule
http://ow.ly/KWZg30oJwtp

There are over 15 different types of birth control including multiple types of barrier methods, several pills, IUDs, implants, and injections. This variety of options means that you're likely to find the perfect method for your needs -- and your schedule. Birth control pills may not be the best solution for women who have erratic or constantly changing schedules. Instead, you might be better suited for something that doesn't require any maintenance on your part such as the IUD or implant.

When you're ready to discuss your options, contact us via the link provided.

06/11/2019

Just a Friendly Reminder to Perform Your Monthly Self Breast Exam!
(http://ow.ly/SWW930oJwtS)

While lumps are the most obvious change to monitor for, it's also important to look for any changes in your breast skin, your ni**le, and near your armpit. If you forget to perform your exam, try adding a reminder to the calendar on your phone.

Tip: Always pick the same day in your cycle.