Maternity leave is a right entitling women to 16 weeks of leave with full wages - as prescribed by the Bangladesh Labour Act 2006. Employers are legally bound to grant workers this time of leave, which can be enjoyed twice in a worker’s lifetime, provided the company has employed them for six months. The law does not cover management level workers or freelance workers, who … [Read more...] about Taking Maternity Leave When You are Self-Employed
Gynaecology
Caffeine in Pregnancy: Safe or Unsafe?
Last Updated: May 17, 2017 at 10:52 pm
Coffee consumption in Asia is expected to grow by about five to ten percent annually, driven by the westernization of societies. Once not a significant issue, caffeine intake is now becoming a real health concern for this region, and indeed globally. Studies have been conducted worldwide into the effects of caffeine on the body, with a particular focus on pregnancy. Whilst … [Read more...] about Caffeine in Pregnancy: Safe or Unsafe?
PCOs and Its Effect On You
Last Updated: March 1, 2016 at 6:56 pm
What is PCO? PCO (polycystic ovary syndrome) is basically a syndrome where there is a hormonal imbalance in a woman. It affects a woman in many ways. She does not have a regular period and often cannot conceive a baby. PCO is named such because women with the condition grow multiple cysts on their ovaries however this condition does not always have to be present. How do you … [Read more...] about PCOs and Its Effect On You
Ultrasound of Obstetrics and Gynecology Question DMU
Last Updated: March 12, 2015 at 9:01 pm
DMU (Diploma in Medical Ultrasound) 2nd Semester Exam was held on last 27-28 February in Bangladesh. This DMU is under the BTEB (Bangladesh Technical Education Board). During the preparation of DMU, I faced difficulty to get the old year question. So now I decided to upload the DMU Question of Second Semester of 2014 here. Ultrasound of Obstetrics and Gynecology Question … [Read more...] about Ultrasound of Obstetrics and Gynecology Question DMU
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Last Updated: December 12, 2015 at 12:19 am
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Lecture From: Dr. Shilpi, Rajshahi Medical College, Bangladesh Normal uterine bleeding is defined as cyclic menstruation every 21-35 days that lasts fewer than 8days with 20-80ml of blood loss. For practical purposes, any patient who complains of a change in her previously established menstrual pattern may be considered to have abnormal uterine … [Read more...] about Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Fibroid Uterus – Sign Symptoms Complications and Treatment
Last Updated: October 11, 2014 at 6:48 amFibroid Uterus: Fibroid Uterus is the Commonest benign tumor of the uterus. Histologically this tumor is composed of smooth muscle and fibrous tissue – Leiomyoma / Myoma / Fibromyoma. Incidence Of Fibroid Uterus: Very rare before 20 Black women – More common in nulliparous or having one child infertility. Highest between 35-45 years. Types of Fibroid Uterus Fibroid … [Read more...] about Fibroid Uterus – Sign Symptoms Complications and Treatment
Vomiting in Pregnancy (Part 1)
Last Updated: November 9, 2014 at 7:36 pmVomiting is a symptom which may be related to pregnancy or may be manifestation of some medical, surgical, gynaecological condition. Vomiting in Pregnancy is very common. To know the Actual cause of Vomiting in Pregnancy is various. Some Cause of Vomiting in Pregnancy is given below. Cause Of Vomiting : A) Related to pregnancy – 1) Morning sickness 2) Hyperemesis gravidarum B) … [Read more...] about Vomiting in Pregnancy (Part 1)
After Menopause Vitamin D And Calcium Essential or not?
Last Updated: October 1, 2014 at 6:48 amIt is commonly suggested that females "especially as they get older" should take calcium and vitamin D extras to help strengthen bones and protect against upcoming fractures. However, the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recently decided that there is not enough proof that taking these complements before or after menopause stops fractures in women who never … [Read more...] about After Menopause Vitamin D And Calcium Essential or not?
Emergency Contraception: Need to know
Last Updated: August 24, 2015 at 2:31 am
Emergency Contraception Need to know Emergency Contraception is that method which is used as a method to prevent pregnancy after few days of intercourse. It is called emergency contraception because the parents have some accidents with intercourse. There may be a contraceptive failure, tearing of condoms, forget to take the Oral contraceptive pills etc. There are two … [Read more...] about Emergency Contraception: Need to know
Retained Placenta
Last Updated: August 5, 2015 at 1:04 pmRetained Placenta Definition of Retained Placenta: When placenta is not expelled out 30 minutes after birth of the baby. Symptoms of retained placenta are described below. Causes of Retained Placenta: Poor voluntary expulsive effort after prolonged labour Atonic uterus Hour glass contraction Morbid adherent placenta Diagnosis of Retained Placenta: Time spent … [Read more...] about Retained Placenta