Dr. Rajni Kukerja

Hi yes it's possible to detect some minor pregnancy changes in the body before missed periods but you have to be very vigilant to recognize them. These are nauseated feeling, aversion to some foods, swollen tender breasts, tiredness, fatigue, mood swings, dizziness, constipation, increased urination, headache, backache & lower abdomen cramps like in periods, sometime slight spotting can also occur.

It becomes positive by 6th day if in doubt ,get beta hcg test in blood which gets positive before periods are due, just after conception.

Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away?

How often have you heard the aphorism "An apple a day keeps the doctor away" and wondered if it is any close to the truth? Well, studies reveal that eating this delicious fruit everyday day may not cut the number of visits you make to the doctor. However, it definitely helps in keeping your pharmacy bills at bay due to its numerous health benefits. Read on to find how apples are true to the modified saying 'An apple a day keeps the pharmacist away'.

1. Fights type 2 diabetes: Apples are known to alter circulating glucose levels to a minimum amount. This helps in controlling your blood sugar level. What more, researchers have reached the conclusion that biting into an apple everyday results in one third less chances of developing type 2 diabetes among women.

2. Provides protection against cancer: Apple is rich in natural pigments known as anthocyanins, flavonoids including quercetin and rutin, phenolic acids like ellagic and ferulic acids and the antioxidant glutathione. These components are very beneficial in preventing cancer. Moreover, apple peel contains triterpenoids, which prevents the growth of cancer cells in liver, breast and colon.

3. Reduces risk of cardiovascular diseases: A recent study reveals that inclusion of ample amounts of soluble fibre into your diet slows down cholesterol-rich plaque build up in your arteries. Plaque build-up in arteries are one of the causative agents of coronary artery disease. Apple, being rich in soluble fibre and containing quercetin (which protects lining of the blood vessels), diminishes the chances of cardiovascular diseases.

4. Prevents cataracts: Apples are good sources of antioxidants. Long term research on peoples’ food habits show that satisfying your appetite with this ripe fruit can make you 10 to 15 per cent less prone to developing cataracts.

5. Helps to maintain your weight: Tired of being overweight? Then you should definitely switch to apple bites everyday as they keep your weight on check. The high fibre content of apples is responsible for this as they serve as a filling food option without being loaded with calories.

6. Aids liver detoxification: Horrified of the toxins that get into your body daily with the intake of any kind of food? Just relax, as doctors say that the best liver detox diets for your body comprise different types of fruits including apples.

7. Reduces cholesterol levels: A medium apple is known to contribute five grams of fibre to your daily diet, which exceeds most cereals. Besides, apples contain the cholesterol reducing soluble fibre pectin in abundant amount. Cholesterol build up in the lining of blood vessel walls is prevented by pectin which lessens the likelihood of getting atherosclerosis and heat diseases.

8. Gives you better immunity: The presence of an antioxidant named quercetin has been proven to be effective in heightening the efficiency and strengthening your immune system. Also, biting into a succulent apple regularly frees your body from various infections.

So, you age old myth did not become so popular without reason. Now that you known apples can be major contributors to your good health, go get a basket of them quickly for you and your family!


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It could be due to PCOD, poor diet, sedentary life, obesity etc. Go for an USG of lower abdomen if there is any cyst in ovaries.

Sex of the fetus can be diagnosed only on ultrasound after 16 weeks, but is banned in india and you should refrain from perusing this as it has legal punishment and heavy fine for both patient and doctor also. There is no symptom by which you can make out the sex of the fetus.

Cu-t do not have problem regarding sexual activity. But after few months or year you may face more bleeding during menses. Condom is best solution or you can go for safe period method I e. From day 5 to 10 & from day 18 to day 28. Do not go for pills.

Yes. Cap immugain cap calrich cap omegarich cap greenrich syp ashokarist syp menohelp cap gynocare tab aarogyavardhini vati no substitute for above medicines follow all for a month then review back

Do a pregnancy test of morning sample of urine 10 days after the missed period to confirm pregnancy.

You can have ovulation study by ultrasonography. Usually ultrasonography for ovulation study should be started on 10th day of period but as your cycle is prolonged, you can start serial ultrasonography for ovulation study from around 14th day or so. Ultrasonography will tell you exactly the time of ovulation and so for intercourse accordingly.

Hello, You should try for at least 1 year of trying to conceive naturally. If you are still not able to conceive then visit an infertility specialist for further evaluation. You can visit clinic International Fertility Centre for further evaluation.

Some lucky women don't get any symptoms of pregnancy, typical nausea, vomiting etc. so long as ultrasound is normal, you don't have to worry movements are felt around 20 weeks though they are seen on ultrasound around 14 plus. for first pregnancy woman feels a bit later enjoy every moment of being a mother

By and large there is hardly any chance unless you have ejaculated at Vagina or very near to Vagina. Still if you are worried directly consult with an expert nearby and get guidance after giving complete details. Also in future be careful and learn some basic discipline for sexual relationships in safe way.

As you have not mentioned your age its difficult to comment, but if uou are below 40 yrs, you should get a both breast sonogram done

All natural but be mentally prepared for more first time experiences like 10- 15 days + or _ in 270 .labor pain/ bag of waters / ,read more and be prepared.

hELLO, The pain over stitches can be due to emotional stimulus directed uterine contraction and stretch. The wound usually heals and remodels in 6-9 months, so you need not worry.

Hello, This is completely normal and you should be worried much as long as you are getting regular menses.

Ideally NO. Why do you have such doubts. Learn about safe period and Fertile periods and you would be safe and tension free.

Home pregnancy tests are now very sensitive and can confirm pregnancy even after 1 day of missed period. Hence I would recommend doing a urine test at home. If you want to be very sure, Do q blood test for beta hcg which would b confirmatory.

The problem can be from your partner side also. You could get your partner for test such as semen analysis which could reveal if there are any issues such as low sperm count, motility etc.