Obstetrician & Gynecologist
Fortis Malar Hospital , Chennai, India42 Years of experience
Speaks: English
Listed below are some of the conditions that a gynecologist R V Thenmozhi treats:
Ovarian cysts, pelvic pain, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids are common gynecological conditions. Treatment of ovarian cyst depends on the age, type, size of the cyst, and symptoms. The doctor might suggest medication or surgery. Treatment of endometriosis includes hormonal contraceptives, patches, birth control pills, and vaginal rings. Uterine fibroids are treated through uterine artery embolization in which small particles are inserted into the arteries in the uterus.
If you have any of the below-listed symptoms, your primary care doctor may refer you to a gynecologist:
Gynecological conditions produce symptoms that may vary and might be mild or severe. Also, they can be an indication of some minor disorders and symptoms of more serious conditions. You must not ignore any symptom which lasts for a while or recurs even if it is not linked to any pain. Speak with your doctor if you experience painful cramps, abdominal pain, and heavy bleeding between periods as these could indicate more serious health issues.
The gynecologist works for 40-50 hours every week. They work five days a week and also attend emergency calls. The gynecologist sees approximately 20-25 patients in a day.
Some of the popular procedures that Dr R V Thenmozhi performs are:
The doctor uses a holistic approach to perform the procedures. The condition of the patient is accessed completely by the doctor before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. The specialist is popular for their high success rate and patient-centric approach which helps fast recovery of the patient. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety. The doctor also consults with other specialists to design the best treatment plan.
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Gynecologists are medical professionals who specialize in women’s reproductive health. They handle a wide range of problems, including pregnancy, obstetrics, and childbirth, fertility issues, menstruation, and sexually transmitted diseases, hormone disorders, and others. A gynecologist also monitors some medical conditions that her general practitioner takes care of. They also diagnose problems that women might be having with the reproductive organs, like polycystic ovarian syndrome and cervical cancer. They also check vaginal infections or urinary tract infections in women. Gynecologists even perform minor surgeries.
The tests required before and during the consultation by a gynecologist are listed below:
Different gynecological disorders produce different symptoms. It is important to discuss your symptoms with your doctor so that they can evaluate the symptoms and recommend a few tests to find out the underlying condition causing the symptoms. The doctor then designs your treatment based on the test report.
Health experts recommend that women should start visiting a gynecologist between the ages of 14 and 16. Around the age of 21, it is seen that women start having a pelvic exam a year. Besides your annual screening, you may need to visit a gynecologist when you experience any of the following symptoms:
Menstrual disorders affect a woman’s monthly menstrual cycle. Women are referred by a primary care doctor or by their gynecologists. Patients also struggle with menstrual issues before they find diagnostic tests and treatments.