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Dr.Abosede Lewu

1 year

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome PCOS affects up to 1 in 10 women, causing irregular periods, weight gain, fertility problems etc. Don't suffer in silence, reach out for consultation. Send me a direct message. #PCOS #PCOSAwareness #ConsultationAvailable #ORBWomensclinic

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

1 year

FIVE TESTS YOU MUST DO AS A WOMAN 1. Know your breasts: regular breast self examination and knowing how your breasts look and feel will help you stay alert to sudden unfamiliar changes. 2. Cervical Screening Tests: If you are 21 years and above, sexually active or have

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

A pregnant woman that safely delivers through cesarean section immediately becomes a what after? A pregnant woman that safely delivers through the vagina immediately becomes a what after? Both have SAFELY become MOTHERS That is all that counts @aproko_doctor #safemotherhood

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

Dear woman living with Fibroids, You are not alone, millions of women are living with it. You can still get pregnant You can still have vaginal delivery Not all women with fibroids have challenges getting pregnant & not all require Ceserean section to deliver their babies.

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Doctor I have been 'MENSTRUATING' in this pregnancy. You can't menstruate while pregnant. What you are experiencing is 'BLEEDING' in pregnancy. Few reasons you may be bleeding in early pregnancy(First Trimester) 1 Implantation bleeding 2. Miscarriage @aproko_doctor

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

LIFESPAN OF PREGNANCY Pregnancy is meant to last for 280 days which is 40 weeks in humans Some babies can still survive two additional weeks. After 42 weeks, the placenta starts aging rapidly & the water that provides food for them also starts drying up. #Notobabyscam RT

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

ABRUPTION OF PLACENTA My wife went to the market yesterda The bike she took had an accident but luckily she wasn't injured She however said the baby was not moving as usual I rushed to bring her to hospital this morning Doctor, I did not have any injury she said @aproko_doctor

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

1 year

Welcome to June. You see this image down here 👇🏽is often misinterpreted. I have heard many say if a man with genotype AS marries a woman with genotype AS, their 1st child will be AA, the 2nd & 3rd will be AS & the fourth will be SS. This belief has led to many couples with

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE JOURNEY At birth- confirm she is a female with normal outer organs, hopefully she is the desired gender Birth-Puberty; check for proper growth; if breasts/menses arrives too early or too late, fear, threat & panic Teens; menstrual pain, heavy menses,

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

FIBROIDS July is Fibroid Awareness Month Few facts They are abnormal growths of the muscles of the womb The exact cause is unknown They are not cancers They are common, in 50-70% of women Less than half of women with fibroids have symptoms Can be huge @aproko_doctor

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

@aproko_doctor Let me add gynae twist Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) have also been implicated in INFERTILITY They prevent ovulation & lower progesterone levels in young women. It prevents follicle from breaking to release egg so there is nothing to fertilise by the sperm

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

PREPARING FOR FIBROID SURGERY Some women with fibroid have no other choice; they MUST have surgery to improve their quality of life, relief their symptoms, or achieve fertility. Here are some few tips if you are preparing for Fibroid removal surgery( Myomectomy) A THREAD

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Antenatal Care Schedule Antenatal care should start IMMEDIATELY your pregnancy test is Positive (not 3 or 4 months after). A good antenatal care should have at least 8 visits This is a guide, your visits can be more depending on your overall health & needs @aproko_doctor

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

HELP! MY PREGNANT WIFE KEEPS EATING DIFFERENT CONCOCTIONS 'Help me doc! my wife has been eating all sorts since we did scan at 7 month and they said the baby's buttocks is down instead of head. My wife said she must eat concoctions if not, baby will not turn.'

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

PCOS Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome This is one of most troublesome conditions that women have resulting from Hormonal problems They may have abnormally high levels of male hormones leading to excess hair/beard/pimples/deep voice/balding @aproko_doctor @DrZobo @TheTalkDoctor_

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

STRETCH MARK OF PREGNANCY One of the most remarkable skin changes seen among women in pregnancy & it's called Straie gravidarum It affects about 55-90% of pregnant women It is from scarring of connective tissues of the body More in women who’s skin are inelastic

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) It constitutes all procedures which involves the partial & total removal of external female genitalia or any injury to female genital organ whether for cultural or any other non therapeutic reason There are four types let's focus on type 4.

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

GETTING PREGNANT IN YOUR 40s A lot of women are delaying starting or completing their family sizes for different reasons Are you 40years & above & trying to get pregnant? Here are some tips Getting pregnant in your 40s may not be as fast & easy as it was when you were younger

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

I saw a thread of someone that saw a young girl with contraceptive pills and assumed she was using it to prevent pregnancy. Contraceptive pills have many other none contraceptive benefits and uses like: Regulation of menstrual cycle

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Good morning & happy weekend. Remember 'you are getting fat', 'your arms are too big', 'your boobs are sagging', 'you are getting dark' are not healthy ways to greet nursing/new mothers Be kind and sensitive please They are going through a lot Happy weekend 😇 @aproko_doctor

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

WHERE IS TH PLACENTA PLEASE? It is always interesting how families ask for baby's placenta after birth. It is almost as important as the baby Do you know why placenta is collected after birth, please share? @aproko_doctor @DrZobo @janemichfitness #April Image from google

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

TEN BASIC TESTS FOR PREGNANT WOMEN & WHY This list is not exhaustive, there may be more depending on the woman & her needs 1. Blood PT 2. Ultrasound Scan to confirm location & viability of pregnancy 3. Blood Group & Rhesus status, to known what to do if you need blood

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Smoking Away the Babies Cigarette contains many harmful chemicals that can affect fertility in both men & women negatively In men Can reduce sperm count Can affect ability of sperm to move Cause abnormal sperm with damaged DNA Can reduce volume of semen #fertilityfriday

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

Facts about Normal Vaginal Discharge 1. The pH of vaginal discharge is ~ 3.8 & 4.5 2. Mainly composed of water, electrolytes, microorganisms, fatty acids, proteins, carbohydrates & epithelial cells. 3. Estrogen & pH are two important factors that influence the type of bacteria

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

If you are one of those women that get pregnant easily and carry it uneventfully, be thankful and know that you are extremely blessed and lucky. To women who struggle to conceive and those who have difficult pregnancies, I am sending you love, light and strength to push through

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

ABUSE OF OVULATION INDUCTION DRUGS I've met a lot of women self-.medicate these drugs without knowing the state of their ovaries or if its the best option they are using Not all fertility issues need ovulation stimulation, some are simply from wrong timing #fertilityfriday

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

CARE AFTER REPAIR OF PERINEAL TEAR Please refer back to Tweet from 15/06/2020 Episiotomy; A surgical incision made at the vagina entrance to allow the delivery of the baby Repair of episiotomy is Episiorrhaphy Care Tips DO’S Complete your antibiotics/multivitamins/pain relief

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

TEAR AT DELIVERY Vaginal delivery is popular, can we talk about PERINEAL TEAR TOO! Tear aka perineal tear is associated with vaginal delivery. It happen on its own to allow baby to pass through at delivery It can be a serious complication @aproko_doctor

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

HEAT & SPERM Are you OVER HEATING your FACTORY? Nature put the testes outside the body in the scrotum because sperm production requires lower temperature than the body. Sperm production occurs at around (34ºC) which is (2.5-3ºC) below normal body temperature @aproko_doctor

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

ALL ABOUT TWINS There are two main types of twins. 1. (IDENTICAL TWINS) The woman ovulates ONE EGG which is joined by ONE SPERM & becomes ONE ZYGOTE. This now splits into 2 babies This type of twins are usually so similar you can barely tell them apart They are same sex.

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

From doctor to patient and then back to doctor BEFORE AFTER #BeforeAndAfterFitness

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

WHAT NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT STIs/STDs Sexually transmitted infections/diseases are more common than you think. 1. There are many sexually transmitted diseases 2. Condoms do not protect against all types of STIS/STDS 3. Some may not show obvious symptoms @aproko_doctor

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

As we round up PCOS awareness month Here are a few tips 1. Do not self diagnose PCOS 2. Not all women with PCOS will experience delay in getting pregnant. 3. PCOS is beyond menstrual irregularities 4. If you are diagnosed, you should have comprehensive tests done #PCOSaware

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Listening to relationship advice & attempting exact same thing on your partner is like trying to cook food exactly as someone else's does without knowing if they use gas, stove, fire wood or electric cooker. Listen to counsel but be discerning! Assess your own relationship.

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

BLOCKED/DAMAGED FALLOPIAN TUBE(S) Women have 2 fallopian tubes One good fallopian tube is enough to get pregnant Blocked/damaged tubes can cause Infertility Can be from sexually transmitted infections, surgeries, endometriosis, adhesions, ectopic pregnancies etc.

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

Dear Couple in waiting, You are both waiting together You are both trying to make a baby It's not just the woman that should be tested The man must also be checked This saves a lot of time & heartache Wishing all couples in waiting positive & double blessings (Twins👍)

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

1Fertility Friday Couple testing for infertility. Husband "Sperm Test" result is out You both saw result & you are just seeing million million sperm count. Please look well, there are other important parts of that sperm test. @aproko_doctor #NaijaOBGYNdoctor A THREAD

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

The five Cs of STI Sexually Transmitted Infections. These Infections are dangerous and sometimes life threatening. E.g. HIV, Hepatitis, Gonorrhoea, Chlamydia, Trachomona, syphilis etc. Contact tracing: contact everyone you have had sex with. Please

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Congratulations to all expectant mums and new mums out there. If you are on any medication for any medical condition in pregnancy, Please don't stop on your own. If you have any complaints about it, go to the hospital. Wishing you all a safe experience

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

FIBROIDS & TIME Fibroids are more common than you think. For a lot of women who have fibroids, they do not have symptoms For my dear women who have fibroids with symptoms, seek out a gynecologist early. Just like fibroids have various symptoms,there are many options of treatment

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

Dear HIV positive Parents The power to break the cycle of infection lies with you Unlike an adult that gets infected, children born with HIV have a low survival rate. A lot of them die by 2 years, majority by 5th year.

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

KEGEL/PELVIC FLOOR EXERCISES We all have a pelvic floor, It supports our bladder, intestine, womb & vagina Pregnancy, childbirth, aging, surgery, weight gain, coughing for long, straining from constipation can weaken this floor. BENEFITS Helps tighten vagina #athread

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Yorghut & Vaginal Health So you heard from some women that yorghut is good for vaginal health? It is true! When you eat/ drink yorghut, it keeps your vagina ACIDIC, which keeps its protected. Keep it moderate though, too much of everything is not good 😇👌 #gynaeclinic

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

HOW IVF & other Assisted Reproductive Technology(ART) have saved our generation STRESS & HEART BREAK. 1. Saved Relationships:In the past, there was no way some men & women would have had children together leading to divorce, now some of such cases are now treatable #MedTwitter

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

1 year

Dear couples in waiting(women), please stop taking self prescribed ovulation induction drugs. When it doesn’t work, some even increase the dose on their own. This can be dangerous, sometimes what you need is not an increase in dosage rather a modification or @aproko_doctor

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Happy Sunday Now that all of us are in the front line, here is a list of items you need to have in your 'Frontline Starter Pack' Face mask Face shield Hand sanitizer Home thermometer Soap and water (wash wash wash) Bleach for floor and surfaces in your house @aproko_doctor

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

1 year

PID Pelvic Inflammatory Disease( PID) This is the inflammation of a Woman’s upper reproductive organs involving the Uterus, Tubes & Ovaries. It is often caused by sexually transmitted infections. Symptoms may be absent or mild, the symptoms may include some/all of these:

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

5. An annual comprehensive health check-up: This offers a detailed view of your overall wellness. These tests check your heart, kidneys, liver, etc, and also screens you for Diabetes Mellitus, cholesterol disorders, etc. Prioritize your health NOW!! #checkup

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

One day, we will talk about how parents think that their young sons & daughters can access internet & social media where they can literally learn every and anything but think it’s wrong for them to learn about sexual and reproductive health especially contraception and STIs.

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

Dear beautiful lady, If you are trying to get pregnant & you have a diagnosis of symptomatic uterine fibroids located in a place preventing pregnancy & can only be treated by myomectomy surgery,please do the surgery on time while you still have good ovarian reserve(healthy eggs)

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER CESEREAN SECTION (VBAC). Women often ask if they can still have vaginal delivery after a CS. My answer is YES, in a carefully selected group of women who meet the safety check list. @aproko_doctor Images from google

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

'Doctor, the scan says our baby is not normal' This is one of the most disheartening experiences for any intending parent What to do if SCAN shows the baby has abnormalities 1.Take a deep breath 2.Take result to tertiary hospitals 3. Seek 2nd/3rd opinion @aproko_doctor

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

What is genotype and blood grouping about ? Do you know your genotype ? Do you know your blood group? Do you know your Rhesus status ? Do you know the difference between genotype and blood group ? Information about your genotype, blood group & Rhesus status

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

3 years

Hello ladies If you had fibroid removal surgery as part of work up to achieve pregnancy, please wait the recommended time as prescribed by your Gynaecologist before attempting to get pregnant. I know you are anxious but proper healing of the womb critical to help

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@NaijaObgyn

3 years

I pray for every parent or intending parent on my timeline. May death not snatch you away. May poverty not take you away from your kids. May poverty not force our kids off our hands. May our kids not be forced to live in terror or horror while with us or others. 🙏

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week(August 1-7 2020) Theme "Support breast feeding for a healthier planet” The focus this year is on skilled breastfeeding counselling as a critical support to effective breastfeeding @aproko_doctor Let's recap on the goodness of breastmilk

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

IMPORTANT TIPS FOR WOMEN IN THEIR 40s TRYING TO GET PREGNANT. If you already have preexisting health conditions: fibroids, hypertension, diabetes, hormonal disorders, mental health issues etc, once you are back from honeymoon, book a session with a specialist.

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

2 years

Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy remains a leading cause of complications and death among our women We must raise awareness so that our women at risk get early optimal care. If you, your loved one or acquittance have experienced Eclampsia, Pre-eclampsia, HELLP syndrome etc

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

NUMBERS IN WOMEN'S HEALTH Your blood pressure Your heart rate Your weight Your body mass index Your menstrual pattern Your sugar level Your cholesterol level Your date for breast examination Your date for cervical cancer screening Your age😇 Add more numbers @aproko_doctor

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Infertility explained Well done Tech Dibia😂😂

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

Certain medical conditions should be treated/controlled before pregnancy to ensure a healthy journey. Diabetes Mellitus Hypertension Thyroid Disorders Overweight/Obesity Anaemia Hyperprolactinaemia, PCOS Mental health disorders Infections: Hepatitis B &C, HIV

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

STRESS We don’t talk enough about the emotional & mental stress that people with difficult/chronic conditions like PCOS, Endometriosis, Infertility, Miscarriages,Thyroid dysfunction, challenging menopausal symptoms, symptomatic fibroids, anaemia etc. live with @aproko_doctor

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Other things that can cause this separation includes high blood pressure, smoking, drug abuse etc. Please if any pregnant woman has any form of physical trauma/accident, go to the hospital immediately, this may save the lives of both mother &/child. #pregnancy #Health

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

DEXAMETHASONE PLEASE DON'T READ the headlines only Summary of role☝️in COVID19 1. NO benefit was seen in milder cases. 2. In critically ill patients on ventilator, it reduces death by 33% 3. In critically ill patients requiring only oxygen, it reduces deaths by 20%

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

Dear couples in waiting, having an unpredictable menstrual cycle can make it difficult to time when you are likely to get pregnant. If you are trying to conceive, it is important to keep record of your menstrual pattern especially the first day of your period. There are apps

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

Been in the past, factor this into your schedule ( there are multiple ways to do this: self-test, Pap smear, HPV DNA sampling etc) 3. Know your genotype, blood group, and rhesus status: all these help you when dating or choosing a life partner #healthcheck #HPV

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

TEN BASIC TESTS FOR PREGNANT WOMEN & WHY This list is not exhaustive, there may be more depending on the woman & her needs 1. Blood PT 2. Ultrasound Scan to confirm location & viability of pregnancy 3. Blood Group & Rhesus status, to known what to do if you need blood

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

Menstrual irregularities is only one of the symptoms/manifestations of PCOS. PCOS is a multi-systemic disorder that extends beyond the reproductive system While the exact cause remains unknown, the interplay of the hormones involved predisposes to diabetes mellitus, elevated

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Herpes Simplex Virus(HSV) Has 2 types HSV 1 & HSV 2 HSV 1 is oral herpes but can affect genital area HSV 2 is genital herpes- STI It is a life long infection No vaccine or cure for herpes. Transmissible through kisses & tooth brush sharing. A THREAD @aproko_doctor

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@NaijaObgyn

11 months

Dear ladies, Here are a few ways to stop the spread of HIV infection 1. Know your status, get tested 2. If negative, stay that way by abstinence, mutually monogamous sexual relationships, use of barrier method of contraception 3. If positive, commence treatment so that your

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

Reproductive Health Tips for Sickle Cell Warriors. You may start your period later than non warriors around you. You may get to menopause earlier. Do not underestimate heavy menstrual bleeding, that is a symptom you must attend to immediately.

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Ectopic is a life threatening complication especially if it ruptures. Once your pregnancy test is positive, do a scan as early as possible.

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4 years

ECTOPIC PREGNANCY: What You Need to Know A pregnancy is ectopic when the embryo fails to attach inside the womb. It can cause life-threatening complications. But you can save a life by helping educate women on your timeline with this. A thread 🧵

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Hypertension is a BIG DEAL It is even worse because it is usually silent until it causes life changing complications. It is dangerous in pregnancy & outside pregnancy It is one of leading causes of maternal deaths. Young people can have hypertension. Image from google

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4 years

FERTILITY FRIDAY FATHERS IN WAITING Women get more attention in infertility-cause, effect & support MEN SUFFER TOO Feeling of inadequacy, threatened masculinity & virility Denial, guilt,disbelief,social ridicule & selfdoubt Anxiety/depression- Impotence @aproko_doctor

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Are you getting baby fever with this rain😁🤰🤱? Which will you want to have; Girl or Boy and Why? Happy Sunday #sundayvibes #NaijaOBGYNdoctor

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Hi Doc, I have been trying to get pregnant for nearly a year after stopping my contraceptive but nothing is happening. I asked, which one she was using, she answered the one her friend used. Do you know the Return to Fertility after stopping contraception? No, she said

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@NaijaObgyn

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50s- menopause, prolapse, risk of different types of cancers Check up must be regular 60s/70s- Living with all of these but must still do 'omuguo' for the next generation; travel all over the country/world May our journeys be smooth & healthy Add more to the journey #Tuesday

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I have called almost 100 women in the last 24 hours. I have the highest respect for customer care services staff. Having to say thesame thing over and over again is not easy. Whew😰😰 Welldone to customer service team everywhere 👏👏

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Contraception is one of the most discussion a couple must have. You should talk about what you want to achieve with it, duration and take responsibility for it. The next step is to speak to a reproductive health expert on available options to safely decide #contraception

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4 years

FOUR SPECIALISTS THAT CAN SAVE YOU & YOUR BABY'S LIFE Pregnancy is a dynamic state and time, you must be in care of those who know what to do These 4 specialists are a MUST in the hospital you choose for antenatal care & delivery 1& 2. Obstetrician & an experienced Midwife

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@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Fertility Friday Delay in achieving pregnancy Is the challenge from the man or woman? WOMEN Some female factors that can cause delay 1. Ovulation issues; PCOS, ovarian failure, elevated prolactin levels, thyroid, stress & this may show in her menses pattern ATHREAD

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Dear New Mums, Congratulations on your safe delivery🎊🎉 Incase you haven’t gone for your postnatal visit as scheduled, make time for it. Post partum period/puerperium is considered the fourth trimester. A full medical review after delivery is important in reducing maternal

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Effective ways to stop the spread of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Abstinence Being faithful Condom use This is the standard ABC of prevention of spread of HIV through sexual activities. HIV & other sexually transmitted infections require even more proactive

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May 28th is dedicated to Menstrual health. We still post today 😂💐🎈 The start of menstruation in a girl’s life is called MENARCHE & the end of menstruation in a woman’s life is MENOPAUSE. In btw these two life events are many health related challenges, here are a few of them

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@NaijaObgyn

1 year

4. STI panel: This is important for sexually active women. Know your status(HIV, hepatitis, Chlamydia etc), this will help you care properly for yourself, preserve your reproductive health, and protect your loved ones. @DrZobo @aproko_doctor @CancerAwareNG @ORBWomensClinic

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

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Hello ladies If your only reason for not using contraceptives or family planning is because you don't want to add weight/fat, please the weight gain in pregnancy is much more. If you are sexually active & you are not ready to get pregnant, use suitable form of contraceptives

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

ANTENATAL MONDAY Before you get pregnant, know your Blood pressure When you are pregnant, check your it regularly Make sure at each visit, Urinalysis is done for you This way you can know your baseline and know if anything is changing Check it after you deliver too

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

FERTILITY FRIDAY Doctor! My husband's sperm always flows after sex I have lost count of times that women have said this A lot of women who are trying to get pregnant also assume this is the cause of their delay. This is a MYTH with many names @aproko_doctor #aThread

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

PROTECT YOUR BABY These infections can be transmitted from a pregnant mother to her baby HIV Hepatitis B Gonorrhea Syphilis Genital Herpes Chlamydia Cytomegalovirus Malaria If you have any of these, inform your care provider so they help you plan & protect your baby RT

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Eating these items can lead to other deficiencies, blockage of intestines & infections etc. Pica can also happen in children, men & in non pregnant women. Don't sit on it,go to the specialist to find out if your craving is actually a warning sign. @aproko_doctor #MedTwitter

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Dr.Abosede Lewu

@NaijaObgyn

4 years

Hello Doctor, I THINK I WAS DUPED I and my wife did all the tests relating to fertility before getting married & we saw no problems. Now we have been trying for 2 years, yet no baby. Did we miss a test? There is a phenomenon known as UNEXPLAINED INFERTILITY(UI)

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