Health Information FAQ

Woman Health

Woman Health

  1. Should I screen for breast cancer?
  2. When and how often do I need a cervical cancer screening?
  3. What are Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the HPV vaccine?
  4. The mammography shows some calcifications, are they related to cancer?
  5. When does menopause usually take place?
  6. What is a uterine fibroid?

Antenatal

  1. How can I handle edema during pregnancy?
  2. What can a pregnant woman do about itchy skin and rashes?
  3. I often have leg cramps. Is that because of not enough calcium? What should I do?
  4. When can I feel my baby move?

Postnatal

  1. Why do I lose my temper and cry easily after giving birth?
  2. When will lochia be cleared after delivery?
  3. When will menses return after pregnancy?
  4. Sexual life and contraception after delivery
  5. When can I have next pregnancy after Caesarean section?

Family Planning

  1. How can I prevent pregnancies? What are the contraceptive methods?
  2. Are oral contraceptive pills suitable for me?
  3. If I accidentally get pregnant while taking the pills, will it be harmful to my baby?
  4. What are the side effects of intrauterine devices?
  5. What are the side effects of contraceptive injectables?

Sexual & Reproductive Health

  1. What will my sex life be like after menopause?
  2. Do I need to use contraception after menopause?
  3. Does infrequent sexual intercourse help minimize the chance of pregnancy?
  4. I felt intense pain after having sex. Is it normal?