Obstetrics and Gynecology

Obstetrics and gynecology is the branch of medicine that comprises two subspecialties i.e. obstetrics and gynecology. Obstetrics involves the care and treatment of medical conditions, complications, and diseases during the period of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Gynecology is its branch that covers the general health of the female reproductive system (vagina, ovaries, uterus, and breasts), and associated diseases such as PCOS, uterine fibroids, endometriosis, abnormal or heavy menstrual bleeding, etc.

The female reproductive system is a complex organ system capable of growing a new life. Maintaining its health is imperative, not only for reproductive purposes but also for the overall health of the female body. The human body is an interlinked system, with each unit affecting the entire performance of the body. Hormones produced by the female reproductive system not only play a vital role in the cycle of reproduction and development of female sex characteristics during puberty but also perform other key functions such as retaining calcium in bones and promoting hair growth.