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Ovarian cysts may sound scary, but they are actually very common in women who are ovulating. In fact, most women have at least one ovarian cyst in a month. Majority of these cysts are harmless, but some of them may affect your fertility. Let us help you to get a better understanding of ovarian cysts […]

So you’re pregnant or have decided to start a family with your significant other — whichever it is, congratulations! Pregnancy in Singapore is a beautiful journey, and while you should definitely enjoy every moment of it, there are a few measures to be mindful of to ensure you and your baby remain healthy. As a gynaecologist […]

At my clinic, one of the more common conditions I treat across my female patients aged 25-35 is endometriosis, a condition in which tissue similar to the make-up of the inner lining of the womb (endometrium) grows outside the womb. Endometriosis is a fairly common condition that’s thought to affect around 10-20% of women of childbearing […]

Going through a miscarriage at any stage is devastating, and the fear of it happening again may hold some back from trying to conceive again. But don’t worry — if you’ve miscarried before, the odds of you having a successful pregnancy isn’t different from anybody else’s. You must have some questions on how soon to try again, […]

Many think visits to the gynaecologist are necessary only if you’re planning to get pregnant, are pregnant or wanting to do the annual Pap smear. But that’s not all a gynaecologist does! By definition, a gynaecologist is a certified doctor who specialises in female reproductive health. Like any doctor, we go through medical school followed by a residency. For […]

Raising children is a whole feat by itself. For parents of daughters, the question of when their teenage girl needs to start seeing a gynaecologist would eventually surface. While there’s no set age on when a teen girl should officially see a gynaecologist, I recommend between 13 to 15 years of age, regardless of whether she’s sexually […]

As a practicing gynaecologist in Singapore for over 10 years, I’ve connected with many patients from all over Asia — some who have been with me since their young adult days, and some whom I worked with for the first time. For those in the latter category, many were overwhelmed at first as they did not even […]

Pregnant women can choose between two methods to deliver their baby: a vaginal delivery or caesarean delivery. Regardless of choice, our goal is to ultimately ensure the mother gives birth to the baby in the safest way possible. Are there differences between the two delivery methods, and is one better than the other? Let’s find out. […]

When it comes to sexual and reproductive health, do you find yourself going back and forth with what’s “normal” or not? Sure, women display signs of hormonal changes now and then, but if you spot anything that might be signs of a potential health problem, it’s best to raise it to your gynaecologist as soon as possible. […]

Talk to your baby in your belly daily? Drink herbal tea? By now, you must have heard every tip possible from friends and family to set the stage for a pleasant and easy childbirth experience. While knowledge and prep work are certainly beneficial, it’s important to avoid overwhelming yourself and feeling like you have to […]