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Recent Articles by Dr. Sheila Sedicias

Abdominal Pain During Pregnancy: What It Means

Abdominal pain during pregnancy may be linked to normal changes like uterine growth, constipation, or gas, but it can also signal ectopic pregnancy, pre-eclampsia, placental abruption, or miscarriage, especially with bleeding, swelling, or discharge.

Men's Health

Gynecomastia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Gynecomastia is the enlargement of male breast tissue caused by hormone imbalance, obesity, medications, or certain health conditions. This article covers symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment options, and the main types of gynecomastia.

Menstruation

Heavy Periods: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Heavy periods, or menorrhagia, involve excessive menstrual bleeding that can lead to iron loss and anemia. Symptoms include heavy flow, clots, and fatigue. This condition may signal underlying issues like fibroids or hormonal imbalances, which can be managed with medication or surgical options.

Symptoms

Vaginal Itching: Common Causes & How to Treat It

Vaginal itching is commonly caused by irritation or infection, and may signal conditions like a yeast infection, an STI, bacterial vaginosis, or even cancer. It can occur externally from synthetic fabrics or internally from fungi or bacteria, often with discharge, swelling, or redness.

Endometriosis

Bowel Endometriosis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Bowel endometriosis occurs when uterine lining tissue implants in the intestines, causing bowel habit changes, bloating, gas, and abdominal pain that may worsen during periods. Covers symptoms, diagnosis tests, and treatment options.

Cancer

Vaginal Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Tests, Causes & Treatment

Vaginal cancer is a rare malignancy often characterized by abnormal bleeding, discharge, and pelvic pain. Risk factors include HPV infection and age. Diagnosis involves specialized gynecological exams, while treatment options range from surgery and radiotherapy to advanced targeted therapies.

Healthy Pregnancy

Anatomy Scan: When It's Done & What It Checks

Anatomy scan ultrasound checks fetal growth, organs, placenta, and amniotic fluid, usually at 18–22 weeks. Covers what it’s for, prep, how it’s done, and how results are measured.

Women's Health

Brown Discharge: 11 Possible Causes & When to Worry

Brown discharge is often normal, representing oxidized blood at the start or end of a period. It can also result from birth control changes or cervical irritation. However, persistent flow with pain or odor may signal conditions like PCOS, cysts, or STIs that require a medical evaluation.

Menstruation

What to Do When Periods Are Late: Causes & Next Steps

What to do when periods are late includes an OTC pregnancy test after unprotected sex; if no period for 3+ months, a gynecologist can assess. Late periods may also be linked to stress, hormonal shifts, intense exercise, restrictive diets, caffeine, alcohol, or birth control.

Yeast Infection

Yeast Infection on Breast: Symptoms, Risk Factors & Treatment

Yeast infection on breast (breast candidiasis) can cause nipple pain, redness, itching, slow-healing sores, and skin cracks. Diagnosis is usually clinical; treatment may include topical antifungals or oral fluconazole.

Pregnancy

When Did I Conceive? Calculate Your Conception Date in Seconds

when did i conceive is a common pregnancy question. Learn how conception dates are estimated using last menstrual period, due date, gestational age, and ultrasound accuracy, including guidance for irregular cycles and why conception may differ from the day of intercourse based on medical guidelines.

Yeast Infection

Yeast Infection Home Remedies for Natural Relief

Yeast infection home remedies include chamomile or barbatimão sitz baths, coconut oil, tea tree oil, and boric acid to support symptom relief. Candidiasis is Candida albicans overgrowth; home options should be used only with medical guidance.

Beauty & Cosmetics

Postpartum Hair Loss: 12 Tips to Reduce Shedding & Support New Growth

Postpartum hair loss often starts 3 to 6 months after delivery and usually improves within a year. Includes 12 tips: protein, iron, zinc, vitamin A, postnatal supplements, scalp massage, gentle washing, and when to see a dermatologist.

Nutrition During Pregnancy

Magnesium During Pregnancy: 11 Benefits (Diet + Supplements)

Magnesium during pregnancy helps prevent pre-eclampsia, preterm labor, and leg cramps while supporting fetal bone and nervous system development. Daily intake of 350 to 400 mg can be met through magnesium-rich foods or physician-guided supplements like magnesium sulfate and magnesium hydroxide.

Medications

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Medication (Your Doctor May Prescribe)

Pelvic inflammatory disease medication focuses on antibiotic combinations such as ceftriaxone and doxycycline to treat infections within the reproductive tract. Prompt medical intervention is necessary to avoid serious complications like infertility or ectopic pregnancy.