What is meant by reproductive health?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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Reproductive health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, in all matters relating to the reproductive system and to its functions and processes.

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My right ovary has a 7.5 cm endometriosis chocolate cyst and a 1 cm uterine fibroid. Is there any way to treat the hemorrhagic cyst without laparoscopic surgery? I've heard about GnRH agonist drugs to shrink endometriosis before surgery. My periods are regular, and I don't have pain except for frequent urination. I really want to conceive soon what are my options?

For a 7.5 cm endometriosis cyst, GnRH agonist drugs may help shrink it before surgery, but if you want to conceive soon, laparoscopic surgery might still be necessary. Discuss your options with a fertility specialist.

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I'm 9 weeks into my pregnancy and I've come down with a cough. I started taking Zedex cough syrup for it, but I'm a bit concerned. Is it safe to use Zedex while I'm pregnant?

No this medicine is not safe during pregnancy

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