By Niki | September 30, 2011
GTT Test For Pregnant Women
Diabetes is a condition that affects millions of people across the globe. Diabetes is a condition where the patient’s body is unable to manage its blood sugar levels properly. This may be due to improper absorption of sugar from the blood or due to excessive absorption of sugar from the blood. [...]
Genital warts are a rather common infection that most women are infected by and is caused due to numerous types of human papillomavirus virus (HPV). The virus spreads through direct contact and is extremely dangerous as it can lead to cervical cancer or cause changes in the cervix which eventually lead to cancer. Genital warts [...]
An antisperm antibody test is used to detect special types of proteins or antibodies in the blood that attack a man’s sperms. The test is conducted by collecting a sample of the sperm and adding a substance to it which binds only to the sperm that is affected. The immune system feels threatened by the [...]
Amniocentesis is a type of prenatal diagnosis wherein a needle is introduced into the uterus of the woman to remove a small quantity of amniotic fluid, for the purpose of screening. The withdrawn amniotic fluid is generally used to test certain health conditions or screen for genetic defects in the baby.
However, examining for birth defects [...]
Vagina Self Exam
A vaginal self-exam is a technique used to identify abnormalities in the vagina, cervix, and vaginal secretions. It helps women detect abnormalities in their sexual organs. However, a vaginal self-exam must be performed using caution.
Procedure to Conduct Vagina Self Exam
The amenities required to perform a vaginal self-exam are a speculum, a mirror, an [...]
Uterosalpingography - Procedure to Conduct and Side Effects of Uterosalpingography
An uterosalpingography or a hysterosalpingography is a procedure that is performed on a woman’s reproductive system to ensure that the uterus and fallopian tubes of a woman are in a good shape. The method fundamentally uses the oldest imaging technique known to medical science – x-rays. [...]
