It’s a medical specialty focusing on women’s health, including pregnancy (obstetrics) and the female reproductive system (gynaecology).

OB-GYNs provide a wide range, from routine checkups and preventive care to pregnancy care, childbirth, minimally invasive surgery, and treatment for various gynaecological conditions.

Schedule your first well-woman exam at 13-15 and regularly throughout your life. See an OB-GYN for any concerns about reproductive health, menstruation, or pregnancy planning.

These include irregular periods, pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, vaginal discharge, and difficulty with urination or intercourse.

Depending on your needs, OB-GYNs use tests like Pap smears, pelvic exams, ultrasounds, blood tests, and biopsies.

Symptoms may include fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, irritability, and tongue changes.

Treatment involves folic acid supplementation through oral tablets or injections, depending on the severity of the deficiency.

Yes, diets low in leafy greens, fruits, and fortified cereals may lead to folic acid deficiency.

Frequency depends on individual risk factors and health conditions. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.

The test involves a simple blood draw with minimal risks, such as slight bruising at the puncture site.

The PTT Test measures the time it takes for blood to clot, assessing the functionality of various clotting factors.

The PTT Test is necessary to diagnose bleeding or clotting disorders, monitor anticoagulant therapy, and evaluate overall clotting function.

No special preparation, such as fasting, is required for the PTT Test. However, inform your doctor about any medications you are taking.

A blood sample is taken from a vein in your arm and analyzed in a laboratory to measure the clotting time.

PTT Test results are usually available within a few hours to 24 hours, depending on the laboratory’s workload.