Gynaecology Obstretics & Reproductive Medicine

Gynecology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the health of the female reproductive system (non-pregnant women).

✅ Main Areas:

Menstrual problems

Fertility issues

Contraception

Hormonal disorders

Infections (e.g., yeast infections, STDs)

Diseases of the uterus, ovaries, and cervix (like fibroids, cysts, cancers)

👩‍⚕️ Doctor: Gynecologist

🧪 Common Procedures/Tests:

Pap smear

Pelvic exam

Ultrasound

Laparoscopy

Hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus)

🤰 Obstetrics (OB):

Obstetrics deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.

✅ Main Areas:

Prenatal care (care during pregnancy)

Monitoring fetal development

Labor and delivery

Postpartum care (after birth)

Managing high-risk pregnancies and complications

👩‍⚕️ Doctor: Obstetrician

🛑 Common Conditions Treated:

Ectopic pregnancy

Pre-eclampsia

Gestational diabetes

Preterm labor

Cesarean delivery (C-section)

🔄 Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB-GYN):

Many doctors are trained in both obstetrics and gynecology, and are called OB-GYNs. They care for women throughout all stages of life — from adolescence to pregnancy to menopause.